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On March 26, 2012, I set sail from George Town, Great Exuma, Bahamas, for Cape Santa Maria, the north end of Long Island, about 25 miles away as the seagull flies. I was sailing in my sharpie schooner IBIS, with Canadian Joee Sym as first mate.
Founder Jon Wilson begins the story behind the beloved WoodenBoat Publications in Brooklin, Maine, and gives us a peek inside the publication’s historic offices overlooking the islands of Penobscot Bay.
Rich Hilsinger, long-time Director of the WoodenBoat School, shows us the WoodenBoat School, in Part 2 of our Series. Click on the School button at the top of this page for course information for upcoming classes.
From the Master Builder Video Series
In this beautifully shot instructional video, Louis Sauzedde (see WB No. 239) explains the nuances and intricacies of sharpening handsaws.
Hand built, One of a kind. Hull is sound, roof and rear wall of pilot house need repair.
BOAT HAS SOLD! "Thank you, Autumn. It took some time but it was well worth it." B.
Designed and built by the late Ray DeFir and his best friend, my late Step-Father, Gary Griffiths
Classic wooden rowboat (possibly Old Town).
Approximately 12’L x 4’W.
