Summer Workshops for Adults 2010

Information sheet & Registraton form

The Apprenticeshop will host a series of hands-on workshops available to students age 16 and older.

Traditional Wooden Boatbuilding Workshop (Two Weeks)

Learn the basics of all wood, plank-on-fram construction in this two week, intensive hands-on course. Multiple boat projects will let you try a variety of construction techniques including lofting, framing, and planking (carvel and lapstrake.) A great introduction to the fundamentals of traditional boat building! Some woodworking experience is helpful but not required.

Classes meet Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Class size limited to eight; all classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis.

Session I -- July 5-16

Session II -- July 26-Aug 6

Session III -- Aug 16-27

Fee:  $1200.00

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Traditional Sailing Workshop (One Week)

A fantasy camp for wooden boat enthusiasts! Spend a week sailing and rowing a variety of traditional wooden craft on Rockland Harbor. Learn the history behind the boats as you handle a gaff-rigged ketch, row a dory or sail a classic racing sloop. Basic sailiing skills are helpful, but not necessary.

Classes meet Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Class size limited to six; all classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis.

Session I -- July 19-23

Session II -- Aug 9-13

Fee:  $600.00

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Introduction to Woodworking for Women (One Week)

Learn the basics of woodworking and the proper use of hand and power tools in an encouraging environment. No previous experience required; all tools and materials provided.

Classes meet Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Class size limited to eight; all classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis.

Session I -- Aug 30-Sept 3

Fee:  $500.00

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