2024 Courses
From designing a flat bottom skiff, to building a scale model of one, we have a course for you. Never sailed before? We’ve got you covered. Maybe you’ve been sailing your whole life, but you never had a chance to do it on a gaff-rigged sloop? With over 95 courses, there is something for everyone here at WoodenBoat School!
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New for 2023
New Off-SiteWooden Boatbuilding in the Bronx
February 3 - February 5This event has passed Off-SiteAn Introduction to Traditional Methods and Techniques
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Boatbuilding Off-SiteBuild Your Own Northeaster Dory
April 3 - April 8This event has passedThe elegance of a traditional workboat in stitch-and-glue construction.
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Large Boat SailingSeamanship the Apprenticeshop Way
June 25 - July 1This event has passedTraditional sailing in a large open boat
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Returning for 2023
New Related CraftSurveying of Wooden Boats
June 25 - July 1This event has passedDeveloping a trained eye for boats.
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BoatbuildingConcepts of Stitch-and-Glue Design
June 25 - July 1This event has passedUsing models to learn modern plywood boatbuilding techniques suitable for small and large boats.
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Related CraftRigging
July 2 - July 8This event has passedPrinciples and practices; tools and traditional techniques.
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Boatbuilding
Build Your Own Northeaster Dory
July 2 - July 8This event has passedThe elegance of a traditional workboat in stitch-and-glue construction.
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Learn to Kayak
July 16 - July 22This event has passedA fun week introducing the basics of Sea Kayaking.
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Learn to Sail
July 16 - July 22This event has passedIntroduce your family to the sport of sailing.
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Build Your Own Points East Pram
July 16 - July 22This event has passedBuilding a fun family tender.
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New for 2023
Boatbuilding NewTaking Lines Off Small Craft
July 23 - July 29This event has passedLearn the basic skills and techniques to capture the lines off old boats
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New for 2023
New Related CraftBuilding a Ship in a Bottle
August 6 - August 12This event has passedRevealing the secrets of how to get big ships into small bottles.
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Related CraftElements of Boat Design
August 13 - August 19This event has passedLearn the principles and process—then practice on your own design.
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Boatbuilding Off-SiteBuild Your Own Annapolis Wherry
October 30 - November 4This event has passed Off-SiteExperience the ultimate in a recreational, open-water pulling boat.
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New for 2024
New Off-SiteOar Making in the Bronx
February 16 - February 18Learn the art of hand-crafting wooden oars at this one-of-a-kind non-profit
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Boatbuilding Off-SiteBuild Your Own Sassafras Canoe
March 18 - March 23LapStitch™ construction of a 12′ or 16′ lovely, featherlight double-paddle canoe.
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Returning for 2024
Boatbuilding Off-SiteBuild Your Own Jimmy Skiff II
April 8 - April 13A simple, versatile craft for rowing, motoring or sailing
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Boatbuilding Off-Site
Build Your Own Annapolis Wherry
April 15 - April 20Off-SiteExperience the ultimate in a recreational, open-water pulling boat.
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Boatbuilding Off-SiteBuild Your Own Stitch-And-Glue Kayak
May 6 - May 11Versatile, durable, easy-to-build designs for both the recreational and serious kayaker.
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Related CraftMaking Friends with Your Marine Diesel
June 2 - June 8An introduction to evaluating small marine diesels.
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BoatbuildingIntroduction to Boatbuilding: Skiffs & Dories
June 2 - June 8A one-week primer on building small boats.
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Related CraftBlacksmithing for Boatbuilders
June 9 - June 15An introduction to traditionally forged ironwork for marine projects.
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Large Boat Sailing Small Boat SailingCoastwise Navigation
June 16 - June 22Knowing where you are on the water.
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WoodworkingIntroduction to Woodworking: Tools & Techniques
June 16 - June 22Tools, Materials, Skills, and Satisfactions.
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Boatbuilding
Build Your Own Annapolis Wherry
June 16 - June 22Experience the ultimate in a recreational, open-water pulling boat.
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Small Boat SailingElements of Sailing I
June 23 - June 29Learn to sail courses that emphasize seamanship, instill confidence, and are fun.
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Boatbuilding
Build Your Own Stitch-and-Glue Kayak
June 23 - June 29Versatile, durable, easy-to-build designs for both the recreational and serious kayaker.
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Open Boats/KayakingElements of Coastal Kayaking I
June 23 - June 29Expert guidance for enjoying paddling in all types of water.
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Boatbuilding
Build Your Own Sassafras Canoe
June 30 - July 6LapStitch™ construction of a 12′ or 16′ lovely, featherlight double-paddle canoe.
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New for 2024
Boatbuilding NewBuilding the Sweetheart Skiff
June 30 - July 13Learn the basics while building a traditional flat bottom skiff.
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New for 2024
New Related CraftBuild your Own Stitch & Glue Radio-Controlled Sailboat
June 30 - July 6Build and sail the INDEPENDENCE model.
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Small Boat Sailing
Elements of Sailing I
June 30 - July 6Learn to sail courses that emphasize seamanship, instill confidence, and are fun.
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BoatbuildingBuild Your Own Eastport Pram/Passagemaker Dinghy
July 7 - July 13Choose either the 7’9” Eastport Pram or the 11’7” Passagemaker Dinghy.
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Small Boat Sailing
Elements of Sailing I
July 7 - July 13Learn to sail courses that emphasize seamanship, instill confidence, and are fun.
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New for 2024
New Related CraftIntroduction to Building Model Boats
July 7 - July 13Building the Yankee Tender Skiff
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Boatbuilding
Introduction to Boatbuilding: Skiffs & Dories
July 7 - July 13A one-week primer on building small boats.
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Returning for 2024
BoatbuildingBuild Your Own Skerry Daysailer
July 14 - July 20A beautiful lapstrake double-ender for oar or sail.
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WoodworkingIntroduction to Woodworking for Women
July 14 - July 20Understanding wood and woodworking techniques with an emphasis on hand tool usage.
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Related CraftThe Rope & Canvas Sailor
July 21 - July 27Practical marlinespike and hand-sewn canvas projects for small boats.
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New for 2024
Boatbuilding NewBuild Your Own Echo Bay Dory Skiff
July 21 - July 27A 12′ lightweight rower that’s fast and easy to build.
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WoodworkingBuilding Half Models
July 28 - August 3The practice and pleasure of carving half-hull models.
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WoodworkingCarving Name Boards
August 4 - August 10Learn how to carve letters using only one tool.
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Small Boat Sailing
Elements of Sailing I
August 4 - August 10Learn to sail courses that emphasize seamanship, instill confidence, and are fun.
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BoatbuildingStitch-and-Glue Construction
August 11 - August 17Learn introductory and advanced modern plywood boatbuilding techniques suitable for simple or heavy-duty boats.
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Related CraftBronzecasting for Boatbuilders
August 11 - August 17The process of patternmaking and casting custom hardware.
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WoodworkingIntroduction to Woodworking
August 11 - August 17Understanding wood and woodworking techniques with an emphasis on hand tool usage.
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Small Boat Sailing
Elements of Sailing I
August 18 - August 24Learn to sail courses that emphasize seamanship, instill confidence, and are fun.
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Small Boat Sailing
Elements of Sailing I
August 25 - August 31Learn to sail courses that emphasize seamanship, instill confidence, and are fun.
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Boatbuilding
Build Your Own Annapolis Wherry
September 1 - September 7Experience the ultimate in a recreational, open-water pulling boat.
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Boatbuilding
Build Your Own Stitch-and-Glue Kayak
September 8 - September 14Versatile, durable, easy-to-build designs for both the recreational and serious kayaker.
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Related CraftThe Art of Woodcuts
September 15 - September 21An intriguing woodworking project for the beginning or intermediate woodworker.
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Boatbuilding Off-SiteBuild Your Own Skerry Daysailer
September 16 - September 21A beautiful lapstrake double-ender for oar or sail.
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Boatbuilding
Introduction to Boatbuilding: Skiffs & Dories
September 22 - September 28A one-week primer on building small boats.
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Related CraftMaking Friends with Your Marine Diesel
September 22 - September 28An introduction to evaluating small marine diesels.
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Boatbuilding Off-Site
Build Your Own Eastport Pram/Passagemaker Dinghy
September 23 - September 28Choose either the 7’9” Eastport Pram or the 11’7” Passagemaker Dinghy.
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Boatbuilding Off-SiteBuild Your Own Tenderly Dinghy
October 21 - October 26A classic 10’ lapstrake daysailer.
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