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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A 12 ft. outboard-powered multipurpose jonboat.
Swansea Pilot Schooner, flush-decked cruiser, based on the earliest type (late 18th/early 19th century). This vessel is intended for open ocean cruising.
A refinement of the traditional Swampscott working dory for recreational use.
Plans include nine different rigs.
Construction: Glued lapstrake plywood over sawn frames.
Alternative construction: Traditional dory construction.
No lofting required.
The idea was a boat that handles like a good racing dinghy, but is much easier to store and transport. Rooftop.
‘Volare’ comes in two versions. This is the console version, the utility version is available as a separate set of plans. They’re both 15′4″ long and 5′ wide.Her length is that of two sheets of 8′ plywood and she’s built in two halves (bow end and stern end).
18′ double ended, auxiliary daysailer. Gaff rigged sloop with large cockpit and small cudy forward. Traditional carvel construction with outboard rudder and ballast keel. Many boat built to this design over the years including some by amateur builder. Bronze hardware for 22 fitttings available fr
The i550 is a very popular 18 foot stitch and glue design. Simple construction and avid builder blogs and websites add a sense of community and support for the builder.
This double-ended sloop combines genuine tradition and modern performance.
Construction: Glued-lapstrake plywood over laminated frames.
Lofting is required.
Plans include 4 sheets.
Flat-bottomed rowing skiff elegant enough for a yacht tender.
Construction: Cross-planked bottom, lapstrake sides
No lofting is required
Plans include 1 sheet.
Classic wooden model with recent refit worth >$75,000.
Eleanor is for sale. Howard Hughes’ personal yacht.
WoodenBoat School student build 2024. All construction and fiberglass work completed.
