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Mini Boat School - Full Scholarship Opportunity

Build a Traditional Wooden Boat with Master Boatbuilding Instructor Patrick Mahon

Gig Harbor BoatShop is offering a unique boatbuilding experience running 3 days per week over the course of 12 weeks. More than a weekend workshop and less than a full-year boat school program, this three-day per week opportunity will sharpen your wood working skills and immerse you in the boatbuilding traditions of Gig Harbor’s historic Eddon Boatyard.

Taught by master boatbuilding instructor Patrick Mahon, the Monday through Wednesday, 12-week class might best be characterized as a ‘mini boat school.’ The hands-on traditional boatbuilding experience begins with lofting, then boat construction, including mold-making, planking, engine placement, finish work and all steps in between. Upon completion of the program, students will have the skillset to build their own traditional wooden boat. If you live locally the three-day per week class will provide time for other commitments. If you are from out of the area you’ll have time to explore the great Pacific Northwest.

Dates and Times: September 13, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Monday through Wednesday each week

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9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Cost: $3,950

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Register at gigharborboatshop.org

Class size is limited to 6 students

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