Kudzu Craft

BOAT BUILDING CLASSES
When asked about their kayak, not many people can say, "I built it."
If you ever wanted to be a member of that small group this class is for you.

Using the Fuselage Frame method you can build a durable and very lightweight (32-25 lbs.) kayak. You don't have to be a woodworker either. If you can tie a knot, use a paint brush and spend the day on your feet you can build one of my boats.

We will start with one of my pre-cut kits. I will teach you how to set up the frames and stringers that define the hulls shape. Using a method that is thousands of years old you will lash all the frames together with artificial sinew. You will use no epoxy, wood glue or screws to assemble the frame. Everything is held together using the traditional method of lashings. And yes, it is very durable!

Once the frame is finished we will sew a synthetic fabric 'skin' around the frame. One the skin is sewn on, you will paint the fabric to seal and waterproof the skin. It will dry overnight and the next morning we finish up by installing the seat, backrest and boats will be ready for launching.

Oh yea, they are tough

Contrary to their delicate looks, SOF boats are very tough and durable. I have run mine upon many rocks, across submerged logs, stumps and tree limbs and I have yet to make more than a small mark on the hull.

This video shows you just how tough they really are. It takes a lot more than hitting a rock, stick or some other object in the water!

BOATS OFFERED

Before you decided on which boat you want to build I highly recommend you read my commentary on WHICH BOAT SHOULD I BUILD?. Keep in mind that all boats mentioned are not available for classes due to time constraints.

LIKE TO HOLD A CLASS IN YOUR AREA?

I prefer to partner with established organizations that have classroom space and that can help promote the class. If your organization or group is interested in holding a class contact me and we can discuss it.

SCHEDULED CLASSES

Marine Science Consortium, Wallops Island, VA * Aug 17th thru the 24th of 2014.
This is a Road Scholar class. YOU MUST Contact MSC or Road Scholar for information
and sign-up for this class.
Boats offered: Mess About 15, Ravenswood, VARDO

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