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If you’re in the market for a boat to build, this directory of Boat Plans & Kits is a fine place to start. And if your company sells plans or kits, we invite you to list your offerings here. There is no charge for listing, but the FEATURED BOATS MUST BE BUILT OF WOOD.
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Oar / Paddle
Chesapeake 18
The Chesapeake touring kayaks are icons in the sea kayaking world. Built in the thousands in dozens of countries around the world, the Chesapeakes are solid-tracking, comfortable kayaks.
Fisherman 23
The design of the Fisherman 23′ came from the request of a customer to build a sport fishing boat, fast, trailerable and also comfortable for family trips.
It’s a boat of modern design that is inspired by the American fisherman, with forms less pronounced.
Oar & Paddle
Polliwog
With the Polliwog, it is our intention to offer the amateur builder the opportunity to build a lightweight and strong dinghy or tender. Polliwog’s performance is crisp, clean and efficient – you won’t be disappointed.
Motorboats - Outboard
MIA
MIA is a 12 foot runabout, Her design is inspired by William Jackson's 1955 design for the 'Ace' which was produced by the Sande Boat Works between 1956 and 1962 (www.sandeace.com).This design differs from those of the period in that it is to be constructed i
Oar / Paddle
Wood Duck 12
The Wood Duck 12 is a beautiful, easy to use recreational kayak - Here we have beautiful little kayak designed for just about everyone to enjoy on the water.
Sailboats - Cruising
SCHEGGIA
SCHEGGIA (designed to compete in 10 Foot Class – www.diecipiedi.it) is narrow at waterline which makes it fast. Thanks to its flare sides stability increases considerably when the boat starts to hee
Sailboats - Daysailers
Chesapeake Crab Skiff
Based on traditional crabbing skiff documentation by Howard Chapelle, this has proven to be a fast and stable boat that can carry a real load.
Lumber Yard Skiffs
Rugged, simple, stable, and economical to build, the Lumber Yard skiffs are based on traditional New England flat bottom work skiffs.
Oar / Paddle
"Mighty Mouse" - 8'(2.40m) One and a Half Sheet Mini Punt
If you enjoy rowing and need a boat which can be built quickly, doesn’t cost much, and is easy for transportation and storage then this tiny vessel might be for you. “Mighty Mouse” is the adult version of our one sheet mini punt “Mickey Mouse”.
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From the Community
Boat Launchings
Boat Launchings
A new 11.6 pound canoe named Pheather2
Having made a 25lb canoe previously, I wanted to play with how light I could go for my next canoe
Boats Plans and Kits
Boats Plans and Kits
VOYAGER PUNT
My first boat building Project (not counting a couple of door-skin surfboards) was a Bolger
Classified
Classified
2013 PACIFIC COAST FISHING DORY $17,500
24' Long 8' Beam 115 HP Evinrude E-Tech 17.5 HRS
V Berth
Stove
Classified
RESCUE MINOR 2007
2007 Rescue Minor in excellent condition.
Manufactured by Schleiff Boat Works.