Build Your Own Skin-On-Frame Solo/Tandem Canoe

07/19/2019 - 07/28/2019

Description

Guest boatbuilding instructor Hilary Russell, Director of the Berkshire Boat Building School (www.berkshireboatbuildingschool.org) will lead this unique course on building skin-on-frame double paddle canoes. Using kits designed by Russell, students will spend five days building their own tandem/solo canoe by constructing a wooden frame and stretching on a polyester "skin". These 28lb canoes are strong and can hold up to 350lbs. Easily car-topped, they are perfect for casual paddlers and beginning boatbuilders alike. Don't miss out on the opportunity to build your own beautiful, functional canoe! Price includes $700 kit. 

Dates: July 19-21 & 27-28, 2019
9:00AM to 5:00PM
(Option to come in Friday July 26 for an extra day to work on your canoe)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 10, 2019

General Registration: $1550
Individual Member Registration: $1400
Household Member & Above: $1350

Additional Person Per Canoe: $850

*Please log in for member discounts*

Need help logging in? Contact Ellie Burhans at eburhans@hrmm.org. Please note that you must be a current member the date of the event to receive your discount.

Class size: 4
Only 2 spots left!

Instructor: Hilary Russell

Location: Hudson River Maritime Museum
Wooden Boat School Shop
86 Rondout Landing
Kingston, NY 12401