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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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Papoose

Designer

Warren Jordan

The Cradle Pram Papoose, for the newborn sailor

Motorboats - Outboard

28' Bermuda Runabout

Designer

Nelson Zimmer

The longest runabout we offer, this 28' high-speed, triple cockpit runabout will also require highly skilled builders, but oh, the rewards...

Construction: Battened-seam planking over sawn frames.

Lofting is required.

Plans include 3 sheets.

Sailboats - Cruising

11' 2" Shellback Dinghy

Designer

Joel White

This beautiful 11′ 2″ dinghy is similar in construction to the Nutshell Pram, although it is slightly larger, with a pointed bow.Construction: Glued-lapstrake plywood.Alternative construction: Traditional lapstrake.No lofting is required.Plans include 5 sheets.

All of the sail-control lines lead to the cockpit within easy reach of the sailor.

Sailboats - Daysailers

Seaclipper 10

Designer

John Marples

This 10′ long solo trainer and harbor racer is fun for the entire family. The crew sits in a secure cockpit, steering with foot pedals, with all sail controls arranged on a dashboard, close at hand. Performance is lively, with good steering control in a comfortable, forward facing, semi-reclini

Motorboats - Outboard

Almaguin 500

Designer

Matthew Marsh

A versatile, 5-metre utility runabout for cottagers, anglers and day trippers, ideal for the first-time builder.

Headwater Transport 9.9

Designer

Tracy O'Brien

Most Pram dinghies are essentially rowing or sailing boats, which limits their speed potential to a mere 3 or 4 knots.

Sailboats - Daysailers

Elfyn

Designer

Iain Oughtred

Construction - Glued lapstrake clinker plywood. No Lofting required. Plans include 7 sheets with photocopies of Classic Boat building series. Sail Area - 67 sq. ft.

Oar / Paddle

Shearwater 17

Designer

Eric Schade

The Shearwater is an eye-catching, light and fast cruiser that does many things well. It is a strong contender for the budget-minded paddler looking to answer the 'if I could only have one kayak' need