Shavings Volume 25 Number 2 (March-April 2004)

Volume XXV Number 2ISSN 0734-0680 1992 CWB

The Center forThe Center forThe Center forThe Center forThe Center forWooden BoatsWooden BoatsWooden BoatsWooden BoatsWooden Boats

Shavings is published bimonthly byThe Center for Wooden Boats,1010 Valley Street, Seattle, WA 98109

phone 206.382.2628 fax 206.382.2699

To learn more about CWB, please visitour Web site at www.cwb.org

OOOOOur ur ur ur ur MMMMMissionissionissionissionissionTo provide a community center wheremaritime history comes alive and oursmall craft heritage is preserved andpassed along to future generations.

CWB StaffCWB StaffCWB StaffCWB StaffCWB StaffDick WagnerFounding DirectorBetsy DavisExecutive DirectorJulie Mae MuidermanDevelopment ManagerJoan WeissFacility Rental CoordinatorJake BeattieYouth & Sailing Program DirectorDavid KennedyInformation Systems ManagerLauren KuehneVolunteer CoordinatorLaurie LeakOffice ManagerPatrick GouldDockmasterNancy RiesVisitor Services ManagerDoug WeeksFacility and Workshop Manager

Board of TrusteesBoard of TrusteesBoard of TrusteesBoard of TrusteesBoard of TrusteesAlex Bennett Mindy KoblenzerCaren Crandell Lori O'ToolDavid Dolson Janet MartinBrandt Faatz Pike PowersGeorge Galpin Denise SnowKen Greff Eric SorensenGary Hammons Bill Van VlackAndrea Kinnaman Trip ZabriskieStephen Kinnaman Kate Holmes, Intern

Design and production of Shavings byCWB volunteer Heidi Hackler of DolphinDesign, www.dolphindesignstudio.com.Printed by Olympus Press, www.olypress.com.

MARCMARCMARCMARCMARCHHHHH /APRIL 2004/APRIL 2004/APRIL 2004/APRIL 2004/APRIL 2004

History was truly created last at the 28th AnnualFundraising Auction & Celebration held Feb-ruary 28th. We net over $75,000 - more moneythan we have ever raised at an auction – with$13,000 of that going directly to our youth pro-grams. Area businesses and individuals do-nated over 375 auction items, more than 220guests attended and over 75 volunteers helpedorganize and run the auction. Several represen-tatives from the state and city government werethere and spoke about the exciting partnershipsbeing created with CWB. It was truly a com-munity event!

2004 Auction Grosses over 95K!2004 Auction Grosses over 95K!2004 Auction Grosses over 95K!2004 Auction Grosses over 95K!2004 Auction Grosses over 95K!

Bids came fast and furious as peopledonated money directly to youthprograms. Over 13k was raised in 5minutes just for kids! Photo by ShawnMurphy.

Check out this summer’sCheck out this summer’sCheck out this summer’sCheck out this summer’sCheck out this summer’snew line-up of youthnew line-up of youthnew line-up of youthnew line-up of youthnew line-up of youthprograms on page 5!programs on page 5!programs on page 5!programs on page 5!programs on page 5!

2 Shavings March 2004

Lauren KuehneLake City Floral

Lake Union Yacht CenterLaurie Leak

Pat LittleKathleen Lockwood

George MalayPaul Marlow

Marine SanitationAnna MarshallLen Marklund

Matt’s In The MarketRichard McCullough

John McCartneyTeri McGuinn

MilfoilmanMoonShyne Design

Nicole MorganKathleen Morris

Mosquito Enterprises Inc.Julie Mae Muiderman

Shawn MurphyMuseum of History and Industry

NICBFIT Fitness & MassageDan Norton

Northwest Chamber OrchestraNorthwest Outdoor Center

Barbara OdeMark O’Malley

Mary Kay O’NeillTom Olsen

OrvisPacific Northwest BalletPacific Science Center

PEMCO InsurancePike Powers and Scott BenefieldPirate Crew & Syndicate MembersPoint Defiance Zoo and Aquarium

Quantum SailsNancy Ries

Scott RohrerRos Bond and Jill Marsden

Royalty NailsArlene Rubin

Sail Classics Inc.Sam’s SteakhouseSammamish Club

Schattauer Sails, Inc.Schooner Martha Foundation

Judy SchwanSealth Horse Carriages

Seattle Athletic ClubSeattle City Council President,

Jan DragoSeattle Fire Department, # 5

Seattle Police Canine UnitSenator Jeanne Kohl-Welles

Silver Cloud Inn at Lake UnionSmith Tower

Sound Rigging & Yacht ServicesAnn Spun

Starbucks Westlake D/TStarpath School of Navigation

Stephenson CellarsStoneway HardwareStumbling Goat BistroSweet Basil Design

The Big PictureThe Children’s Museum

Chyna Sea VenturesAndy Collins

Columbia Tower ClubConsolidated Works

Caren CrandellCSR Marine

CWBDale Chihuly

Daly’s Home Decorating CentersBetsy DavisDonna Dean

Dexter Limousine, IncDimitriou’s Jazz Alley

Diva EspressoDoggone Best Biscuit Bakery

Daniel DolsonDavid & Lee Dolson

David DolsonTom Douglas

Duke’s Chowder HouseEmpty Space Theater

Erskine Service & RepairVictor Eskenazi

Essential Life TherapyRobin & Brandt Faatz

False Bay BoxesBob Farrell

Martin FeldmanCindylynn Fenbert

Flounder Bay Boat Lumber Co.Fremont Classic Pizzeria and

TrattoriaFrye Art MuseumWilliam Galvani

Gasworks Park Kite ShopCasey Gellerman

Seaton GrasKaye GreffKen Greff

Gretchen, J.B., Jake, and AbbeyElizabeth Halfacre

Gary HammonsMadeline Hartman

Hasse and Company/PortTownsend Sails, Inc.

Helicopters Northwest Inc.Helly Hansen

Holland America Cruise LineIcon Grill

IMAXIvar’s

Jeff ’s Custom FramingJo Strong Personal Fitness Trainer

Jeff JohnsonSam JohnsonKemp Jones

Kandahar – The Lodge at BigMountain

Kenmore AirKent Valley Ice Centre

Steve KesslerAndrea KinnamanMindy Koblenzer

Richard Kolin

Auction Thank Yous!Auction Thank Yous!Auction Thank Yous!Auction Thank Yous!Auction Thank Yous!A special thank you to the many wonderful business andindividuals who donated auction items:

Rex Derr, Director ofWashington State Parksand Recreation Commissionaddressing the Auctionattendees with inspirationalwords about the Parks/CWBpartnership in Cama BeachState Park. Other supportiveremarks were made by KenBounds, Superintendent ofSeattle Parks andRecreation, and David Della,Seattle City Councilman.Photo by Shawn Murphy.

Auction Volunteers:Auction Volunteers:Auction Volunteers:Auction Volunteers:Auction Volunteers:Janet BerkowAnna Butler

Nita ChambersDeb Cibene

Wenda CollinsDevony Fitch

Joe FriesSeaton GrasTaran Grove

Dennis GroveAndrea KinnamanMindy Koblenzer

Teri McGuinnJake McKown

Charles MickelsonLori O’Tool

Frances PoselMark ShermanGeri VenturaKim Vielma

Heather WalekPaula WeirJoan Weiss

B u s i n e s s e sB u s i n e s s e sB u s i n e s s e sB u s i n e s s e sB u s i n e s s e sAudio Visual Solutions

Balabuste CateringChandler’s Crabhouse

Daniel’s BroilerDolphin Design

Freeman Decorating Co.Liberty Bell PrintersMoonShyne DesignNorth Sails Seattle

PNTA Event ServicesScottish Rite Masonic Center

Starbucks, Westlake D/TThe Port of Seattlewendaworks.com

D o n o r sD o n o r sD o n o r sD o n o r sD o n o r s48 Degrees NorthA Layered Cake

ACBS Antique & Classic Boat SocietyAriél Media, Inc.

Air CombatBob Allen

AnonymousArchie McPhee

Asset Management StrategiesBalabuste Catering

Bay Café at Fisherman’s TerminalBellevue Way CleanersBenham Studio Gallery

Bill BiddleBlue C SushiBonefish GrillBottle Works

Bothell Integrated HealthBrand Unity! Inc.

Brandt and Robin FaatzSuzy BrunzellNita Chambers

City Cellars Fine Wines

The Don McCune LibraryTiffany Events & Services

Trader JoesTraverse Bay Confections

Luke TornatzkyUniversity Inn

UtilikiltsVern VelezCarol Wade

Waddell & Reed, Inc.Dick WagnerJohn Watkins

Paula WeirRon & Nancy Walken

Doug WeeksJeff & Laurie Wheeler

Laurie WheelerTiara WhitneyWild Ginger

Rob WilkinsonWings Aloft

Wohlman & Toschi, Inc.Woodland Park Zoo

Trip ZabriskieLiesl ZapplerJorge Zorro

See the auction throughSee the auction throughSee the auction throughSee the auction throughSee the auction throughthe eyes of a photographer!the eyes of a photographer!the eyes of a photographer!the eyes of a photographer!the eyes of a photographer!Shawn Murphy, CWB’svolunteer photographer, hasposted a number of photosfrom the auction at http://www.byshawnmurphy.com/cwb. Prints are also available!Buying a print enables you tocapture your auction memories,in addition to supporting CWBand a local artist.

March 2004 Shavings 3

News from Cama BeachNews from Cama BeachNews from Cama BeachNews from Cama BeachNews from Cama BeachBy Dick Wagner

Budget is not a happy word. It is synonymous with counting beans, foreclosing grandma’s houseor not having enough money for the Maserati you deserve. State Parks has discovered theirbudget for Cama Beach is not enough. State parks doesn’t want a Maserati. They want stuff likethe dining hall, cabins, Ranger’s house. There is still enough in the 03-04 budget to complete theinfrastructure and some portions of facilities. The balance will be included in the state’s 05-06Budget (says this eternal optimist and many state legislators). Opening Day is yet to be determined,but it will be in the range of 12-15 months after the funding is secured. Likely late summer 2006.We can get the Maserati now, but the wheels won’t come till 06.

Business Plan is usually a happy expression. It is an educated projection of how a developmentcan be a financial success. A Cama Beach Business Plan was commissioned. The first ever for aWashington State Park. The plan identifies CWB as one of the reasons the park will be profitable.It assumes Cama Beach will earn its costs in 6 years.

Meanwhile, no moss is growing on CWB. On February 20, CWB participated in the first ArtDay of Utsalady Elementary School, Camano Island. Art Day was a show and tell of the artscommunity of the region, at the school. Lead by volunteers Suzy Brunzell, Tom Eisenberg, andRich Kolin, 30 students diligently and artfully built toy boats.

Coming up will be our 5th Annual Camano Island Mother’s Day Sail. This includes free rides formoms and their best friends in classic sailing vessels. It will be held at Camano Island State ParksSunday May 9, 10am-4pm. There will be no parking fee that day, courtesy of Camano Island Park’sManager, Jeff Wheeler.

A recent CWB Boatbuilding Workshop, taught by Rich Kolin, completed a classic 10’6” lap-strake sailing catboat Scout. It rows well, too. This boat will be added to our growing Cama fleet.We envision more of the Scout class will be added through workshops as part of our Cama liveryand sailing instruction programs. When the wheels come.

News from South Lake Union ParkNews from South Lake Union ParkNews from South Lake Union ParkNews from South Lake Union ParkNews from South Lake Union ParkBy Dick Wagner

The wharf is coming! This is the quay at the north side of the Park’s Armory Building. The oldwharf was dismantled because the 1939 pilings were sinking and leaning away from the building.The new wharf will sit on technology’s best steel pilings and will be completed in time for ourBoat Festival. It is 40’ wide, 240’ long pre-stressed concrete panel decking. Fireproof, bullet proofand dry rot proof.

CWB is planning a lot of events on and alongside the wharf. Don’t miss our 2nd Annual ClassicTrawler Yacht Rendezvous April 3 and 4 (Saturday and Sunday). This will include vessels built inNorway, Scotland, Portugul, and Ireland and features tours of the boats and talks by the ownersand designers.

Planning for the new improved South Lake Union neighborhood is progressing. CWB is amember of South Lake Union Friends and Neighbors (SLUFAN), the neighborhood planningstewardship group. The 2004 priorities of SLUFAN are development of the South Lake Unionpark including maritime heritage presence; transportation issues in the Mercer-Valley corridor,including pedestrian access to adjacent neighborhoods (Mercer-Valley is just south of CWB, is thebusiest road complex in Washington State); mixed use housing and continuance of the historiccommercial and light industrial uses; development of Cascade Park and the related Eco-Center.

Housing for a diverse workforce is critical in South Lake Union. As we add more housing weshould also add the necessary amenities. I can imagine a bakery, hardware store, bank, library,lumberyard, movie theater, police station. These are my childhood memories of a neighborhood.I’m sure we won’t get the full nostalgia package, but I bet a bakery and hardware store will trumpa Gucci and Banana Republic Store.

Scout #1 at Cama Beach. This new boatfor our livery was designed by Rich Kolinand built at a CWB workshop by SamKrogstad of Anchorage, Alaska, under thedirection of Rich Kolin. Photo by Rich Kolin

Foss 300 placing pre-cast concrete panelsfor the new dock at South Lake Union Park.Foss 300 is a WWII era barge mountedsteam crane, and is the largest marinecrane in the Pacific Northwest. The newdock is at the north end of the old NavalReserve building and is expected to beready for use in time for this year’s WoodenBoat Festival. Photo by Doug Weeks.


Only the BeginningOnly the BeginningOnly the BeginningOnly the BeginningOnly the BeginningBy Dick Wagner

It looked like a monster centipede marching down the beach to thedark wind swept waters of Puget Sound. About 100 kids from 5-15and their parents and their teachers from Alternative School #1 wereunder the 40’ carved cedar canoe or lifting the gunwales on each side.

It was early afternoon, February 24 at Golden Gardens Park inSeattle. The occasion was the launching of a Haida canoe. It wasprobably the first Northwest Native American canoe built by kinder-garten through 8th graders. It is also quite likely the first Haida canoewho touched the waters of Puget Sound for reasons other thanhostility to its inhabitants.

There was every emotion except hostility concerning this canoe OceanSpirit. Her head carver, Robert Peele, who the students call Saaduuts,his Haida name, told the crowd at the launching that this was all abouthealing Mother Earth. During three school years of construction,Saaduuts focused the kids on the spirit within the 750 year old threeton red cedar log that wanted to be a canoe. With Haida stories, songs and drumming they grew to realize they were not building a boat, but connectingthemselves with the world’s infinite space/time dimensions. Building the canoe as a community became a spiritual journey for Saaduuts and the students.

Saaduuts sees the launch of Ocean Spirit not as the conclusion of the project, but only the beginning of countless journeys. Ocean Spirit will be giftedthis spring to the Haida people of Hydaburg, Alaska. This was the home of Saaduuts father. He will next complete the 36’ Spirit of Peace at the Centerfor Wooden Boats and offer it to the Tlingit people of Klawok, Alaska, his mother’s home, 40 miles north of Hydaburg. Saaduuts believes thesecanoes will heal past differences between the clans of his father and mother and the tribes because the canoes and the cultural memories they invokewill remind them how much they share.

The Alternative School #1 students will be invited to help complete Spirit of Peace when Saaduuts returns. They know what to do and why to do it.

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A group of 75 CWB members and volunteersmet for a full day Town Meeting on February7th to discuss CWB’s present and future vision.The Town Meeting concept was developed byCWB’s Business Planning Committee as ameans to gather information from a wide rangeof CWB constituencies. The BusinessPlanning Committee will use informationcollected to assist in developing short term aswell as longer term business planning. “Themeeting met our objectives of gathering adiverse group of CWB volunteers, staff, andtrustees to share their experiences and visionof CWB” said Brandt Faatz, CWB Trusteesand Business Planning Chair. “We were verypleased with the level of participation andexpect it to substantially impact the ongoingbusiness planning work.”

2004 Volunteer of the Year Nomination2004 Volunteer of the Year Nomination2004 Volunteer of the Year Nomination2004 Volunteer of the Year Nomination2004 Volunteer of the Year NominationEach year The Center for Wooden Boats asks its members to nominate a volunteer who fits thedescription on the permanent trophy in our library:

In recognition of the highest qualities of volunteerism: Dedication, enthusiasm,leadership and commitment to the goals of The Center for Wooden Boats.”

The Volunteer of the Year is the volunteer who receives the most nominations for this award.In the event two or more people receive the same number of nominations, the previous Volun-teers of the Year will decide which person is most deserving of the honor. All nominees will beannounced and all volunteers will be honored at the Spring Cruise. The 2004 Spring Cruise will beSunday, April 25.

Deadline for nomination is April 20, 2004.

Introducing New Youth Programs!Introducing New Youth Programs!Introducing New Youth Programs!Introducing New Youth Programs!Introducing New Youth Programs!We wanted to know what youth programs to offer this summer, so we decided to ask . . .the kids!On November 15th The Center for Wooden Boats hosted 20 youth participants from a variety oflocal schools and organizations. The event included a hands-on experience in four areas (pondboats, sailing, paddling, boat building) followed by pizza and a cafe discussion to collect theinput. Thank you to everybody who participated in this process, and to Tom Alberg and JudiBeck who sponsored the lunch. See photos of the event to the right (page 5), and read about ournew program offerings for the Summer of 2004!

Ocean Spirit’s first trip, paddled by the students, parents, andteachers who built her. Photo by Sarah Howell.


SAILING IN THE CITYSAILING IN THE CITYSAILING IN THE CITYSAILING IN THE CITYSAILING IN THE CITYHalf-day Sailing Camps

CWB – Lake UnionAges: 9-11, 12-18 Limited to eight students

Sailing in the City is a five-day camp that focuses on learning to sail on our fleetof El Toro dinghies. We offer one to three weeks of classes that build sailingskills and confidence on the water. These classes can be taken separately orconsecutively as a continuous curriculum. Our Intermediate and Advancedclasses can be repeated to enhance skills. Participants of Sailing in the City areeligible to join us for our full day sailing camp, CWB Sailing Team August 16-20.

Offered throughout this summer: call or see web site for dateswww.cwb.org/summer.htmTime: Two sessions daily: 10am -1pm and 2 – 5pmCost: $150 Beginning Sailing, $140 Intermediate and Advanced Sailing

Full-Day Camps: Youth ApprenticeshipsCWB – Lake UnionAges: 13 -18 Limited to eight students

Have you ever wanted to builda boat and sail away? Spendthe week with us and we’llteach you about boats from theinside out. Once you’re hereyou’ll learn how to sail boatsor refine your sailing skills.You’ll learn about boat buildingfrom different cultures andeven how to build boatsyourself. You’ll use the skills

you’ve learned to be an important part of re-building one of the Center’sboats: the Umiak. We’ll teach you how we make these exciting boats, how tosail them, and after the week of classes you’ll have a chance to take anovernight trip on the Puget Sound in the boat you built and using the sailingskills you’ve learned.

Offered twice this summer: June 28th -July 2nd, July 26th – 30th

Time: 10am -5pm, plus optional overnight tripCost: $220

CWB Youth Sailing TeamCWB – Lake UnionAges: 12-18 Limited to eight students

So you already know how to sail, what’s next? Come to CWB and hone yourskills as a part of our new CWB Youth Sailing Team. You’ll learn racing rulesand tactics, and improve your sailing skills. Since sailboat racing is as muchabout working as a team as it is about individuals, we’ll spend time learningabout teamwork on the water too. The week culminates in a mini-regatta.

Offered once this summer: August 16th-20th

Time: 10am -5pmCost: $220

OVERNIGHTPROGRAMS

Adventure Bound - Umiak AdventureAges: 14-18

Get out of the city and on to openwaters! Come with us as we travelthrough the Ballard Locks on ourway out of Lake Union to spend 5days on an expedition; sailing,paddling, and exploring PugetSound in a new version of anancient boat design: The Umiak.

The Umiak is a wood and skinvoyaging boat native to the Arcticwaters of Alaska. Some theorizethat its ancient design broughtsome of the first peoples to NorthAmerica from Asia. Traditionally itwas built out of a wood framelashed together, then covered in sealion or walrus skin.

Today, Umiaks are still made outof wood framework but, themodern versions are covered inballistic nylon and coated withurethane resin; the same durablematerials found in bullet-proof vests and skateboard wheels. It’s a big safeboat that sails well, and it will take us and our gear to various campsites as welearn about sailing, navigation, natural history, and living in the elements.

Offered twice this summer: August 2nd -6th, August 23rd-27th

Time: all day, overnightCost: $525 scholarships available Limited to 12 students per session

Summer Youth Programs!The Center for Wooden Boats is offering a multitude of half-day, full-day and overnight courses that get kids to actively learn about sailing, racing,and boat building. Our hands-on activities are designed for ages 9-18. Our instructors are experienced youth sailing instructors with US Sailingcertifications, advanced first aid training, are US Coast Guard licensed captains, and are screened by the Washington State Patrol. At CWB, we believethat experience on the water teaches self-confidence, teamwork, patience, responsibility, and is more fun than sitting on your couch.

For more info or to register for classes, please contact: Jake Beattie, Youth Program Director, at 206.382.2628 or [email protected]

Kids participating inseveral CWB activities.Photos by RebeccaBohlman


M a r i t i m e S k i l l sM a r i t i m e S k i l l sM a r i t i m e S k i l l sM a r i t i m e S k i l l sM a r i t i m e S k i l l sThis is a partial listing of workshops scheduled in the next few months. We are constantly adding new workshops to our program. Please checkour website at www.cwb.org for the latest workshop listings and information, or call us at 206.382.2628 to request a printed copy.

Oarmaking WorkshopOarmaking WorkshopOarmaking WorkshopOarmaking WorkshopOarmaking WorkshopSite: Marysville BoatshopApril 3 & 4, 2004 (Saturday & Sunday)9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Fee: $140 members, $150 nonmembersInstructor: Rich Kolin

Students will learn the design elements of goodoars and will lay out and build oars for our newCama Beach campus on Camano Island. This courseteaches the sharpening and use of planes,spokeshaves, and draw knives. The skills used hereare basic to all boat building, and this is therecommended course for those considering takinga boat building class. Limit: 6 students.

Half Model WorkshopHalf Model WorkshopHalf Model WorkshopHalf Model WorkshopHalf Model WorkshopSite: Marysville BoatshopApril 10 & 11, 2004 (Saturday & Sunday)9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Fee: $140 members, $150 nonmembersInstructor: Rich Kolin

The old way of designing a boat or ship was toshape a half model of a hull and, from thoselines, scale up and build a boat. Countlessschooners, skiffs, smacks and others were thuscrafted. For this class the students will take thelines off of a plan and carve a half model whichwill be mounted on a board ready to hang on yourwall. This class is important to new boat buildersas it teaches how a two dimensional plan can beconverted into a three dimensional boat. Studentswill learn how to read a boat plan. In addition thestudents will learn to sharpen and use chisels,knives, spokeshaves and small planes. This is agood introduction to the lofting and marinecarving classes. Limit: 6 students.

Loft a Carvel PlankedLoft a Carvel PlankedLoft a Carvel PlankedLoft a Carvel PlankedLoft a Carvel PlankedBoatBoatBoatBoatBoat

Site: Marysville BoatshopApril 17, 18, 19, 2004 (Sat-Mon)9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Fee: $210 members, $225 nonmembersInstructor: Rich Kolin

Students will loft the 13 foot Swift Class sailboatdesigned especially for the Center for WoodenBoats by Rich Kolin. They will learn the mysteriesof waterlines, buttock lines, and diagonals. Thenthey will learn how to develop the patterns forthe boat’s key parts and how to set up a boatusing the lofting as a guide. This is a key class forthose who want to learn boat building andrecommended for those who wish to take thecarvel boat building class. Limit: 6 students.

Build a Carvel PlankedBuild a Carvel PlankedBuild a Carvel PlankedBuild a Carvel PlankedBuild a Carvel PlankedBoatBoatBoatBoatBoat

Site: Marysville BoatshopMay 3 - 7, 10 - 14, 2004 (Monday - Friday)9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Fee: $975 members, $1000 nonmembersInstructor: Rich Kolin

Rich Kolin, an experienced designer, builder andinstructor will lead the class in building the 13foot sailing boat, “Swift”. This boat will be oneof two new sailing classes at the CWB designedby Rich Kolin. It will be used for sail training atour new campus at Cama Beach State Park. Thecarvel planked boat is one of the toughestchallenge to new boat builders. Students will learnto steam frames, spile planks, shape them to thehull, fit the edges of the planks, and finish outthe boat. Limit: 6 students.

Building a Sail RigBuilding a Sail RigBuilding a Sail RigBuilding a Sail RigBuilding a Sail RigSite: Marysville BoatshopMay 22 - 25, 2004 (Sunday - Tuesday)9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Fee: $210 members, $235 nonmembersInstructor: Rich Kolin

In this class, students will build the sailing rig forthe carvel planked sail boat built in the CarvelPlanked Boat workshop. This will include buildingspars, rudder and dagger board. Limit: 6 students.

Marine CarvingMarine CarvingMarine CarvingMarine CarvingMarine Carving(Nameboards, Banners & Nautical Details)Site: TBAJune 5, 6, 12 &13 2004(Saturdays & Sundays)9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Fee: $260 members, $280 nonmembersInstructor: Rich Kolin

Under the guidance of instructor Rich Kolin,students will learn to design, layout, and carvenameboards, banners or seat rests for a boat orhome. Before the class, students will receive atool list. Tools will be available for those withoutthem. Limit: 8 students.

The Eight Knot ClassesThe Eight Knot ClassesThe Eight Knot ClassesThe Eight Knot ClassesThe Eight Knot ClassesThis is a progressive series that providescomprehensive know-how in basic & ornamentalknot work and marlinspike seamanship.

The classes vary from 2-6 hours. Some classes have3-4 sessions. The series will provide over 40 hoursof instruction. Cost of the series is $200 members,$250 non members. Individual classes cost variesdepending on the time. All are on Saturdays.

Class 2 Rigging Basics April 10Class 3 Monkey Fist May 15

Class 4 Boarding Mat June 12Class 5 Hitching & Covers Sept. 18Class 6 Ditty Bag on Canvas Bucket Oct. 9Class 7 Rope Fenders Nov. 13

Class 8 Sea Chest Beckets Dec. 11

Knot 2: Rigging BasicsKnot 2: Rigging BasicsKnot 2: Rigging BasicsKnot 2: Rigging BasicsKnot 2: Rigging BasicsCWB Lake UnionApril 10, 2004 (Saturday)10:30am-2:30pmFee if not prepaid for the series of 8: $30 members, $35 non membersInstructor: Dennis Armstrong

Dennis, a master knot-tyer will take you back to thedays when all ships were sail powered and all riggingwas fiber strands. This class will deal with thedifferent traditional working knots and their uses.

Cedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakWorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshop

CWB, Lake UnionApril 17-25, 2004 (Sat.-Sun., 9 days)9 a.m.- 5 p.m.Fee: $900 members, $1000 nonmembersInstructor: Eric Lazo

In this nine day course students work with theinstructor to build a cedar strip kayak. Throughhands-on experience students actively participatein all aspects of construction including: kayakelements and design, wood selection, strongbackassembly, hulls/deck construction, hardwoodlaminating, fiberglass/epoxy application and hatchand cockpit installation. Please note: studentswork together in the construction of 1 kayakwhich may be purchased for cost of materials byone of the students. For more info, visitwww.actionfish.com. Limit: 10 students.

Historic Navigation –Historic Navigation –Historic Navigation –Historic Navigation –Historic Navigation –Make A QuadrantMake A QuadrantMake A QuadrantMake A QuadrantMake A Quadrant

CWB, Lake UnionApril 24 (Saturday)6 p.m. – 9 p.m.Fee: $35 members, $40 nonmembersInstructor: Seaton Gras

Build a quadrant, an early navigational tool formeasuring the altitude of celestial objects. Thequadrant is easy to build and easy to use. Learnsimple ideas and tricks of navigation using yourquadrant. Limit: 10 students.


W o r k s h o p sW o r k s h o p sW o r k s h o p sW o r k s h o p sW o r k s h o p s

Class locations are listed directly beneath the classheading. The CWB Boathouse, Library andWorkshop are all located at the South Lake UnionCWB site.

Until Cama Beach State Park opens, some CamaBeach workshops will be held at the Tulalip Bayshop of Rich Kolin, on the Tulalip IndianReservation in Marysville. This location isapproximately 40 minutes from Lake Union CWB.A map to the site will be sent to students afterthey register.

NOTE: A $100 non-refundable deposit isrequired to register for all boatbuilding workshops;the balance is due no later than two weeks priorto the workshop. For all other workshops, pre-payment in full reserves your place. Classes withfewer than four students will be canceled orpostponed..

Ikyak (Aleutian Kayak)Ikyak (Aleutian Kayak)Ikyak (Aleutian Kayak)Ikyak (Aleutian Kayak)Ikyak (Aleutian Kayak)WorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshop

CWB, Lake Union, PavilionMay 1-9, 2004 (Saturday – Sunday)9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Fee: $ 1100 members, $1250 nonmembersInstructor: Corey Freedman

The ikyak, most commonly known as the baidarka, isarguably the best long range, open water kayak everdesigned. It is fast, seaworthy, and carries a fair load. Theclass uses few tools and lots of handwork. Students willreceive paddling instruction in ikyaks during the class. Theinstructor is renowned for his knowledge of ikyak designand construction, and his teaching style. Each studentleaves with their own ikyak. For more information visitwww.skinboats.com/tradition.html. Limit: 5 students.

Knot 3: Monkey’s FistKnot 3: Monkey’s FistKnot 3: Monkey’s FistKnot 3: Monkey’s FistKnot 3: Monkey’s FistCWB, Lake UnionMay 15, 2004 (Saturday)10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Fee: If not pre paid for the series of 8, $20member, $25 nonmembersInstructor: Dennis Armstrong

An introduction to three-dimensional knots & theintroduction of seizing. Students will build andtake home a heaving line weight. Limit: 20 students.

Cedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakCedar Strip KayakWorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshop

CWB, Lake UnionMay 15-23, 2004 (Saturday- Sunday)9 a.m.- 5 p.m.Fee: $900 members, $1000 nonmembersInstructor: Eric Lazo

In this nine day course students work with theinstructor to build a cedar strip kayak. Throughhands-on experience students actively participatein all aspects of construction including: kayakelements and design, wood selection, strongbackassembly, hulls/deck construction, hardwoodlaminating, fiberglass/epoxy application and hatchand cockpit installation. Please note: studentswork together in the construction of 1 kayakwhich may be purchased for cost of materials byone of the students. For more info, visitwww.actionfish.com. Limit: 10 students.

Chip CarvingChip CarvingChip CarvingChip CarvingChip CarvingCWB, Lake UnionMay 24 (Saturday)6 p.m. – 9 p.m.Fee: $25 members, $30 nonmembersInstructor: Seaton Gras

Learn a simple carving technique used to decoratewooden objects. Designs are reduced to trianglesand the triangles are removed with a single edgerazor blade. Limit: 10 students.

Toolmaking WorkshopToolmaking WorkshopToolmaking WorkshopToolmaking WorkshopToolmaking WorkshopSite: TBAJune 19 & 20, 2004 (Saturday – Sunday)9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Fee: $140 members, $150 nonmembersInstructor: Rich Kolin

Under the guidance of a master boatwright,students will build their own smoothing planeand a carving knife that will provide a lifetime ofuse. Students will shape & heat-treat a piece oftool steel into a blade that will hold a razor edge.They also will learn to sharpen, use and maintaintheir masterpieces. Limit: 6 students.

Knot 4: Boarding MatsKnot 4: Boarding MatsKnot 4: Boarding MatsKnot 4: Boarding MatsKnot 4: Boarding MatsCWB, Lake UnionJune 12, 2004 (Saturday)10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Fee: If not pre paid for the series of 8, $20member, $25 nonmembersInstructor: Dennis Armstrong

Students will learn mat making which has manyuses aboard vessels, such as chafing gear, bootscraping & decorative elements. This class willintroduce whipping and sewing down. Studentswill take home their mat project. Limited to 10.


CWB, Lake Union, PavilionJune 12-20, 2004 (Sat.-Sun., 9 days)9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Fee: $ 1100 members, $1250 nonmembersInstructor: Corey Freedman

The ikyak, most commonly known as the baidarka,is arguably the best long range, open water kayakever designed. It is fast, seaworthy, and carries afair load. The class uses few tools and lots ofhandwork. Students will receive paddlinginstruction in ikyaks during the class. The instructoris renowned for his knowledge of ikyak designand construction, and his teaching style. Eachstudent leaves with their own ikyak. For moreinformation visit www.skinboats.com/tradition.html. Limited to 5.

Family BoatBuildingFamily BoatBuildingFamily BoatBuildingFamily BoatBuildingFamily BoatBuildingCWB, Lake UnionJuly 2, 3, 4 & 5, 2004 (Friday, Saturday,Sunday & Monday)9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Fee: $800 members, $850 nonmembers (priceis per boat/family)

Families will build the Union Bay Skiff, a simplebut great plywood sailboat designed by localboatwright Brad Rice. The boat is capable ofcarrying two adults or an adult with 2 children.Participating families will build their boats

together over the course of 2 weekends at TheCenter for Wooden Boats, under the guidance ofa professional boatwright and assisted by CWB’svolunteers. We’ll supply everything needed tobuild the boat and we’ll launch all the boats atthe end of the event! Limited to 5 families.


CWB, Lake Union, PavilionJuly 17 - 25, 2004 (Sat.-Sun., 9 days)9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Fee: $ 1100 members, $1250 nonmembersInstructor: Corey Freedman

The ikyak, most commonly known as the baidarka,is arguably the best long range, open water kayakever designed. It is fast, seaworthy, and carries afair load. The class uses few tools and lots ofhandwork. Students will receive paddlinginstruction in ikyaks during the class. Theinstructor is renowned for his knowledge of ikyakdesign and construction, and his teaching style.Each student leaves with their own ikyak. Formore information visit www.skinboats.com/tradition.html. Limit: 5 students.

Sandcasting AndSandcasting AndSandcasting AndSandcasting AndSandcasting AndFoundry TechniquesFoundry TechniquesFoundry TechniquesFoundry TechniquesFoundry Techniques

CWB, Lake UnionOctober 16 & 17, 2004 (Sat.- Sun.)10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Fee: $100 members, $120 nonmembersInstructor: Samuel Johnson

Basic foundry know-how will be covered in thefirst day. Students will set up the furnace & castsimple forms. The second day will involve morecomplex casting. Students will learn to build a simplebut effective foundry & go home with their ownsounding lead and bronze cleat. Limit: 6 students.


Sailing ProgramsSailing ProgramsSailing ProgramsSailing ProgramsSailing ProgramsSAIL NOW!SAIL NOW!SAIL NOW!SAIL NOW!SAIL NOW!

Year Round, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Saturday &Sunday6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday (April-August)Instructors: CWB Volunteers

Fee: $300 per person (includes a one-year CWB membership, Student LogBook,the textbook The Complete Sailor, and practice line for knot-tying)

The SailNOW! Program offers adults a six-week (eight lesson) basic sailingcourse to learn seamanship and the craft of sail in a variety of classic boats.After successful completion of the course, you are welcome to sail and rentboats year round in the CWB Livery. Each course starts with a SaturdayShore School from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. After a morning classroom, ShoreSchool includes an afternoon group sail in one of our larger keelboats.

Two hour HANDS ON lessons are then available Saturday and Sunday at 11am and 1:30 pm year-round, plus weekdays at 6 pm from April-August.These lessons are reserved at the time of registration. There are no more thantwo students per boat for HANDS ON lessons. Missed lessons may only bemade up by sailing stand by during the course for which you are registered.

All of our instructors are volunteers, committed to teaching the art of sailingand instilling confidence in a positive environment. Their experiences rangefrom ocean cruising and racing to lake sailing and former graduates of SailNOW!Over 20 of our volunteers are US SAILING certified instructors.

Available SailNOW! Course dates forAvailable SailNOW! Course dates forAvailable SailNOW! Course dates forAvailable SailNOW! Course dates forAvailable SailNOW! Course dates for2004:2004:2004:2004:2004:

January 31- March 6March 6- April 10April 10- May 15May 15- June 19*June 19-July 24*July 24- August 28*August 28- October 2October 2-November 6November 6-December 11

*Evening lessons are available during these course dates.

ONE-on-ONEONE-on-ONEONE-on-ONEONE-on-ONEONE-on-ONEYear RoundMonday-Friday (excluding Tuesday during Fall, Winter & Spring)Instructors: CWB VolunteersFee: $20 members, $30 nonmember

One-on-One sailing is one-hour instruction sessions offered for peoplewho know how to sail, but need some practice, particularly with classicboats. We provide this program at a very reasonable price to ensure no onegoes out sailing if they are not ready. Livery checkouts may also be scheduledwith One-on-One instructors during these hours. The fee for a Liverycheckout is $5.

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Boathouse & Livery:Boathouse & Livery:Boathouse & Livery:Boathouse & Livery:Boathouse & Livery:

Spring HoursSpring HoursSpring HoursSpring HoursSpring HoursApril 5th to May 2nd

Boathouse: 11:00am-6:00pm dailyLivery: 12:00pm-6:00pm last boat out at 4:45 back at 5:45

Summer HoursSummer HoursSummer HoursSummer HoursSummer HoursMay 3rd to Sept 6th


Fall HoursFall HoursFall HoursFall HoursFall HoursSeptember 7th to September 28thBoathouse: 11:00am-6:00pm daily

Livery: 12:00pm-6:00pm last boat out at 4:45 back at 5:45

Winter HoursWinter HoursWinter HoursWinter HoursWinter HoursSeptember 29th to April 4th


CWB Boathouse and Livery.


CCCCCLASSIFIEDSLASSIFIEDSLASSIFIEDSLASSIFIEDSLASSIFIEDS40' Mahogany planked ketch with, copperclad bottom, new legal head, nice mahoganyinterior, wheel steering. This boat wasdamaged in a storm at the dock. There is damageto the rig and the starboard side bulwarks. Itappears to be a very well built boat with noneof the classic signs of pending rot. It’s a greatdeal for someone who wants a project, andcould even be an investment with restored 40'boats going for $20,000-80,000. For sale by

CWB. For more information contact Patrick Gould at 206.382.2628.

1950 Lyman “Islander” 18' runabout utility 4-91 Graymarine “Sea Scout” inboard gas (original)good condition all around. Runs sweetly. $5900. 206.362.8610.

Cruise the San Juans in a 1957 Alden Design Catboat – 90% restored – Gaff Rig – 2 CYL.Universal Engine. Sleeps two. Galley, Head. Call for info. $5,000/OBO 360.202.7214.

For Sale: 16' Swampscott Dory built by David Jackson, Freya Boatworks, Anacortes, 1978. Verygood condition. Prizewinner. Clear, full-length fir planking on steamed white oak ribs. Sprit rig: mainw/ reef points, jib and storm jib. Pivoting centerboard. Two sets spruce sweeps (9' and 8 1/2').Anchor, fenders, lines, etc. ShoreLand’r trailer. $4500 obo. David Levine 360-876-1493, Port Orchard.

The Catherine, 14' Whitehall type lapstrake rowing andsailing boat. Built in 1997 by Rich Kolin, cedar on oak. Thisboat was featured in Rich’s book: Traditional Boat Building MadeEasy: Building the Catherine. The Catherine has a carved backrest, lugsail, spruce custom built oars, galvanized trailer, and weighs 150pounds. Excellent condition. $6500. Contact Rich Kolin,[email protected] or 360.659.5591

Classified ads are available free of charge to CWB members. Fornonmembers, the fee is $10/month. Ads will appear space permitting. Ifyou would like an ad to appear in Shavings e-mail it to [email protected] Shavings Classifieds, or fax it to 206.382.2699. Make checkspayable to The Center for Wooden Boats, andmail to 1010 Valley St., Seattle, WA 98109.

A CouncilmanA CouncilmanA CouncilmanA CouncilmanA CouncilmanSpeaksSpeaksSpeaksSpeaksSpeaks

David Della, Seattle City Councilman and Chairof its Parks Committee made these remarks atthe CWB Auction on February 28th, 2004.

“Thanks for inviting me to attend and speakthe 28th Annual Auction and Celebration of theCenter for Wooden Boats.

It is a pleasure, honor and delight to be herewith you under the theme of “Celebrating Friend-ships, Creating History” – I ran for office to con-tinue to foster this theme and use it as a mantrato continue to build stronger communities and astronger city.

The Center contributes greatly to our vitalityas a city because of your commitment to history,tradition, community building and diversitythrough your efforts at:

Creating a space for 150 wooden boats of his-torical significance

Educating our community about our richmaritime heritage,

Being a vital and living museum where throughprogramming for youth and adults we learn im-portant maritime skills and information.

Our city and region has a rich maritime historyand heritage that needs to be preserved and high-lighted.

I grew up working in the fishing industry as aworker in the Alaska Salmon Canneries and rep-resenting workers in the Maritime industrythrough my previous work as a union represen-tative with the Inlandboatman’s Union of thePacific.

Over the last many years, you have given im-portant credence to the work and lives of manythousands of individuals and families that haveboth worked in and benefited from our mari-time legacy.

As our city goes into the next phase of cel-ebrating our maritime heritage with the develop-ment of the South Lake Union Park and eventualredevelopment on our central waterfront, thework of the Center for Wooden Boats becomesan important institution to memorialize thatstrong history and presence.

So as your newly elected member of the Se-attle City Council, I am proud to be here with youtonight to remember, honor, and celebrate ourmaritime past.

Thank you.

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COMMUNITYCOMMUNITYCOMMUNITYCOMMUNITYCOMMUNITYSUPPORTSUPPORTSUPPORTSUPPORTSUPPORT

The Center for Wooden Boats appreciates thebroad range of support it receives from somany businesses in the burgeoning South LakeUnion neighborhood. An important need foroffsite storage was recently fullfilled via agenerous in-kind grant from Vulcan, whichis helping us preserve historic boats andorganize our site. A newer neighbor, theBonefish Grill is rapidly becoming a favoritehang-out, and bidding was fierce at the auctionfor the “dinner for 10” provided by ownerJohn Aemmer. Other key support for theauction came from the local SchwartzBrothers Resturants - Chandler’s Cove andDaniel’s Broiler. Many other South LakeUnion businesses also supported the auction:Trammell Crow, PEMCO, Silver CloudInn at Lake Union, Consolidated Works,and Starbucks Westlake. Friends from LakeUnion’s maritime businesses are also pitchingin. Donations for the CWB auction came infrom Lake Union Yacht Center and CSRMarine, while representatives of JensenMotorboat Company attended. FisheriesSupply has made several generous in-kinddonations recently and they also sponsoredRebecca Wittman’s book signing at CWB. Manythanks to these businesses for their continuedsupport of CWB!

Open to CWB volunteers onlyOpen to CWB volunteers onlyOpen to CWB volunteers onlyOpen to CWB volunteers onlyOpen to CWB volunteers onlyRequires a commitment of 40 hours as a livery volunteer to be completed by Sept 31 2004.

In an effort to increase safety and strengthen our on the water coverage we are offering ourvolunteers the opportunity to become certified safety boat operators. Volunteers who completethe class successfully will be eligible to receive prestigious US Sailing safety boat operator certifica-tion and will also qualify as Center for Wooden Boats Safety boat operators. These volunteers willbe qualified to operate our Tug Boat, Work Garvey, Whaler and Inflatable boat.

The class is primarily on the water with a small classroom component. It’s structured to meetthe needs of beginning powerboat operators as well as more experienced power boaters who wantto learn more precision boat handling and safety boat operation.

Rebecca Wittman EventRebecca Wittman EventRebecca Wittman EventRebecca Wittman EventRebecca Wittman EventTo much fan fare, local brightwork legend Rebecca Wittman held a release party at The Center forWooden Boats for her new book, “The Brightwork Companion: Tried-and-true methods andstrongly held opinions in thirteen and one-half chapters.” The standing-room only crowd atJanuary’s party savored select readings both from original book, “Brightwork: The Art of FinishingWood” and also the new one, and many glasses were raised in celebration of her efforts. Rebeccadedicated the evening to The Center for Wooden Boats and spoke eloquently about the Center’simportance to the community, and generously donated proceeds from the evening’s book salesto CWB. A huge thank you also goes to Fisheries Supply who hosted the evening. Rebecca spokeof the importance of preserving local maritime treasures, and included Fisheries, as the onlyremaining locally-owned chandlery. It was an evening to remember, and a tribute to all three localinstitutions — Fisheries, The Center for Wooden Boats, and Rebecca Wittman.

CWB In-kindCWB In-kindCWB In-kindCWB In-kindCWB In-kindDonationsDonationsDonationsDonationsDonations

CWB is in need of the following items, ifyou can help, please call 206.382.2628• Planer• C-Clamps• Small brightly colored rug/carpet for

the library• Small low shelf for the library• El Toros• Adobe software: Acrobat Pro,

Photoshop, In Design• Macromedia Dreamweaver• Blanchard Juniors• Geary 18s• Refrigerator (for the Auditorium)

Thank You!Thank You!Thank You!Thank You!Thank You!

Wooden Boat ShowWooden Boat ShowWooden Boat ShowWooden Boat ShowWooden Boat Show at the Fieldstone Resort at the Fieldstone Resort at the Fieldstone Resort at the Fieldstone Resort at the Fieldstone ResortApril 29, 30th and May 1, 2

The Fieldstone is a resort & conference center on a lake in the north Georgia mountains. Forinformation: 706.896.9707, for reservations: 888.834.4409.

28th Annual Lake Union28th Annual Lake Union28th Annual Lake Union28th Annual Lake Union28th Annual Lake UnionWooden Boat FestivalWooden Boat FestivalWooden Boat FestivalWooden Boat FestivalWooden Boat FestivalJuly 3, 4 & 5, 2004 (Saturday- Monday)

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. each dayBoats, boats, and more boats. All types, all sizes, all wood. Visitors will be welcomed aboard boats toview, ask the owners questions, and take rides. Interaction with wooden boats and maritime skills is thequintessential element of the Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival. Participate in several marine skillsdemonstrations, watch the Quick and Daring boatbuilding contest. Watch exciting classic sailboatsparticipate in the Ed Clark Classic Yacht Race. See the future boatbuilders of America build toy boats.It’s fun, educational, and if you dare, adventurous. The site of the festival is Seattle’s latest waterfrontpark, the former Naval Reserve Base jutting into Lake Union. Join us for food, beverages, great folkmusic, and a terrific view of the lake. Hope to see you there.


Building The Building The Building The Building The Building The SwiftSwiftSwiftSwiftSwiftApril 17 (Saturday) 12:30-3:30pmInstructor: Harvey NobeCost: $70

The early 19th century Virginia Pilot Boat Swift isa kit model. The Swift modelers meet everymonth to share construction problems andsolutions, and to show off their progress.Help can also be provided by Harvey for otherunfinished models, $5 per session.

How to Make a Ship ModelHow to Make a Ship ModelHow to Make a Ship ModelHow to Make a Ship ModelHow to Make a Ship ModelApril 3 (Saturday) 10am-NoonInstructor: Dave ParrishCost: $10 for DMEC members, $15 for non-members

What you need to know to get started. Helpfulhints on kits, tools, techniques, plans and supplies.

Chesapeake Bay FlattieChesapeake Bay FlattieChesapeake Bay FlattieChesapeake Bay FlattieChesapeake Bay FlattieWorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshop

April 10, 24 and May 8 (Saturdays) 9:00am –Noon each dayInstructor: Harvey NobeCost: $70

In the three workshop sessions students will buildthe kit model of a classic crabbing vessel.

Build a Model in 3HoursBuild a Model in 3HoursBuild a Model in 3HoursBuild a Model in 3HoursBuild a Model in 3HoursApril 24 (Saturday) 1:00-4:00pmCost: $15

This class is for kids of all ages. Your choice ofkits and supplies

Reservations are suggested for all classes.

Discovery Modelers Education Center

The Discovery Modelers Education Center(DMEC) offers Ship Model Workshops &Programs for those interested in developingskills in the craftsmanship of ship models. Classes,workshops and demonstrations are available forchildren, young adults and up. All types of shipmodels can be studied and made, including kits,scratch built, radio controlled, pond models andships in bottles.

All classes are held at:Discovery Modelers Education CenterRoom 239, Armory Bldg, South Lake UnionMaritime Heritage Center860 Terry Ave N, Seattle WA 93109

For more information or to register for a class,contact Colleen Wagner at (206) 282-0985,e-mail [email protected].

Our 20' gig Dan began in the Central Tavern atPort Townsend about 1980. A couple ofNorthwest School of Wooden Boatbuildinginstructors were having some brews afterschool and discussing a lapstrake constructioncurriculum. Before closing, they had a plan,drawn on a bar napkin.

It would be a 20' rowing boat. The classwould set-up the backbone on its molds, withstem and keel rabbets, the students would lineoff, spile and hang the strakes and install asmany frames as possible before time was up.Gradually, a bunch of incomplete hulls werestacked up and the school offered them to re-lated organizations.

About that time, one of CWB’s chartermembers Dan Dygert passed away. Dan Dygertwas about 10 stories in one body: he droppedout of school at 12; apprenticed in a boatshop,sleeping under a workbench; crewed on the codschooner John A; fished for salmon in BristolBay under sail; received a B.A. in English fromReed College on a scholarship, built and re-

stored boats at his Swamp Creek boatshop.Dan was admired for his skills and stories.Many offered contributions in honor of Dan.

Dan in action. From bow to stern: Andrea Parrish, Jake Beattie, Walter Weinberg,Trip Zabriskie and Carl Brownstein, coxswain. Photo by Sarah Howell.

TheTheTheTheThe Dan Dan Dan Dan DanWith the donated money and labor ofboatwright Andy Wichert, we attained one ofthe boats and finished it, as the Dan.

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March/April Shavings Contributors:March/April Shavings Contributors:March/April Shavings Contributors:March/April Shavings Contributors:March/April Shavings Contributors:Jake BeattieBetsy DavisDavid DellaLaurie Leak

C e n t e r f o r W o o d e n B o a t s E v e n t sC e n t e r f o r W o o d e n B o a t s E v e n t sC e n t e r f o r W o o d e n B o a t s E v e n t sC e n t e r f o r W o o d e n B o a t s E v e n t sC e n t e r f o r W o o d e n B o a t s E v e n t sCast Off!Cast Off!Cast Off!Cast Off!Cast Off!

Free Public SailEvery Sunday at 2 p.m.

Enjoy free half-hour sails on one of our classicsailboats or a ride on our 1906 Steam Launch Puffin.Our Cast Off ! program allows visitors the chance tosail in boats that are too large or too complex to bea part of our regular livery program. Currently, we’resailing on Colleen Wagner, our new Sharpie. You mightalso have the chance to find out what it’s like to sailAdmirable, our Bristol Bay gillnetter and logo boat,Betsy D, another classic sharpie or Amie, a Friendshipsloop. Come down and join us any Sunday (weatherpermitting) for a free afternoon sail or steamboatride on Lake Union. Please feel free to call us aroundnoon on Sunday to check weather conditions.

Classic Trawler YachtClassic Trawler YachtClassic Trawler YachtClassic Trawler YachtClassic Trawler YachtRendezvousRendezvousRendezvousRendezvousRendezvous

April 3 & 4, 2004 (Saturday & Sunday)CWB/Lake UnionNoon-6 p.m. Saturday / Noon-4 p.m. Sunday

The Center for Wooden Boats is proud to host the2nd annual Classic Trawler Yacht Rendezvous. Comeaboard and see these classic wooden hull Malahideand Romsdal trawler yachts from the Puget Soundregion. Learn about these boats and their colorfulhistory in seminars presented throughout theRendezvous. Free Admission. For more informationcontact V. Joyce Gauthier, [email protected]

Pond yacht regattaPond yacht regattaPond yacht regattaPond yacht regattaPond yacht regattaCWB, Lake UnionJune 8, 2004 (Tuesday)Noon – 3 P.m.

Models of the R Class sloop Pirate, made by 7th and8th grade students of Alternative School #1, willconduct a series of races at CWB. The originalPirate, now a part of the CWB collection, wasdesigned by the legendary Ted Geary and built byLake Union Drydock in 1926. Lines of the Piratemodel can be purchased from CWB.

Third FridayThird FridayThird FridayThird FridayThird FridaySpeaker SeriesSpeaker SeriesSpeaker SeriesSpeaker SeriesSpeaker Series

Every 3rd Friday, 7 p.m. CWB Boathouse

Each month CWB finds a speaker of wit andexperience to talk about his or her specialknowledge. It is also an opportunity for CWBmembers to meet one another and the staff.Admission is free and refreshments are served(donations to cover costs are appreciated).

April 16, 2004April 16, 2004April 16, 2004April 16, 2004April 16, 2004The S.S. Central America Project7 p.m. CWB Boathouse

Alan Scott will give a talk on his participation infinding and recovering one of the richest treasuresfrom America’s past. During a hurricane in 1857the S.S. Central America sank off Charleston, SouthCarolina, claiming a loss of 425 lives and over 3tons of California gold. In 1987 the ColumbusAmerica Discovery Group found and identifiedthe S.S. Central America resting a mile and a halfbelow the surface. Scott, an underwater acousticsengineer with the Columbus America DiscoveryGroup has been involved in the design, integrationand operation of sensor systems for industrial andmedical use and deep ocean submersibles. He hasdone a side scan sonar search of approximately1400 sq. miles of the Atlantic.

May 21, 2004May 21, 2004May 21, 2004May 21, 2004May 21, 2004Sailing Around the World7:00pm CWB Boathouse

To some of us, circumnavigating Bainbridge Island isa big deal. John McVea will give a slide talk on his SanFrancisco to San Francisco sailing circumnavigationin 1995-1997. Many scenic stops, many uniquewooden boats, many interesting people encountered.This trip was chronicled in a book, Nightwatch: Memoirsof a Circumnavigation by Suzanne Knecht.

June 18, 2004June 18, 2004June 18, 2004June 18, 2004June 18, 2004Big Trees and Big Lumber7:00pm CWB Boathouse

Eric Erickson, logging historian, will show andtell the stories of logging in the Northwest: fellingand bucking, yarding and skidding, and haulingthese monster logs of our past. He will deal withthe mills and people who made this area the sawmill center of the world in the late 19th Century.Eric will have some of his logging books for sale.All proceeds will be donated to the IssaquahHistorical Society.

Spring cruiseSpring cruiseSpring cruiseSpring cruiseSpring cruiseApril 25, 2004 (Sunday)CWB/Lake Union12:00p.m.

The spring cruise is an opportunity to embark in atime capsule back to the past. We choose a differenthistoric period for each cruise. Spring of 1954 hasjust sprung. The participants and CWB visitorswill hear someone from the period telling us aboutthe current events and plan for the future. Then allwho wish can embark on one of our boats, orboats of visitors, with a current 1954 chart ofLake Union. We circle the lake in a leisurely fashionand then return for a potluck dinner. Awards willbe given for the best chili, judged by premiergourmands of CWB. Anyone can compete or bringbread, beverage, salad or another main course ordessert. Awards for best 1954 costumes will alsobe given, judged by CWB’s Dress-for Successcommittee. We will also announce the Volunteerof the Year Award. If you’re planning on using aCWB boat, arrive early to clean the inside andoutside, or come down the weekend before andscrub away. There will be no fee for boat use ifyou do this. Otherwise registration for one of ourboats will be $5.00.

Julie Mae MuidermanDick WagnerDoug WeeksJoan Weiss

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Shavings Volume 25 Number 2 (March-April 2004)