Boat Owners Series: Basics of Epoxy

Epoxy is an important part of a boatbuilder's, and a boat owner's, toolkit. It can be used as a waterproof coating, as an excellent gap filling adhesive, as a moldable repair filler and, combined with fiberglass cloth, as a structural element for repair or construction. Epoxy can be clear, tinted opaque, or a solid color. Knowing how to properly select, mix and apply epoxy can make it possible to make permanent repairs to canoes, kayaks and other small boats made of a variety of materials. It also has many land-based and artistic applications, so there's no need to be a boat owner to learn about epoxy.

In this brief evening class, learn the basics of using epoxy for marine applications from John Van Buren, who will demonstrate its properties and applications. All necessary materials will be provided. Students should wear clothes they will not be upset with possibly getting a permanent spot of epoxy on.

Dates: Thurs., May 23, 6-9 PM
Instructor: John VanBuren
Class size (max.): 16
Attendance (min.): 6*
Skill level: basic
Prerequisites: none

Registration
Household Member & Above: $50**
Individual Member: $53**
General Public: $58
Register By: May 21

*Classes that do not meet the minimum attendance number may be cancelled or rescheduled. If so, you will receive a full refund or credit regardless of the cancellation date.

**You must be a current member on the date of the event to receive your discount. Please login to activate your member discount.

Instructor: John Van Buren is a member of the Hudson Valley chapter of the Northeast Woodworker's Association (NWA). He teaches paddle carving and boatbuilding at the WBS. He also repairs canoe and kayaks for local canoe and kayak stores and individual customers.