Archive for January, 2010

We all dream of owning a boat, but most of us just cannot afford to purchase one.  Factory built boats are very costly, and most boat dealers will charge you per foot.  Building a wooden boat is a great project to work on from your own shop or garage and will save you lots of money.  The end result is that you will have a great boat that you built with your own two hands, waiting for you to take it out on the water. If you don’t think you would be any good at wooden boat building, you… Read more

Whether you are retired or just enjoy the great outdoors, and the water in particular, building small boats is an extremely rewarding hobby.  If you have thought about purchasing a boat, even a small one, you may already be aware that it is very expensive. If you want to build your own boat and save money, building small boats is a great way to get started.  Once you have completed the initial project, you may find that you want to continue building boats, and before you know it, you… Read more

If you have ever thought about building a boat in your own backyard, you may want to learn about wooden boat plans.  It is very convenient having an internet connection these days.  The world is at your fingertips, and wood boat plans are readily available online. Buying boats can be very expensive.  Even small, simple boats can cost more than you can afford right now.  With the right set of plans, you can create your own masterpiece and end up building your own boat for a fraction… Read more

Plywood boat building is a great project for the novice wood worker who has little or no experience. If you have ever thought about building your own boat, but were too afraid to try, then building a boat with plywood is a great starter project into the world of hobbyist boat building. Why would you consider plywood boat building if you have no previous experience with boat building?  There are many reasons: · Marine plywood has the some of the best flotation capabilities and your… Read more