Today I start the repair and restoration of the Dudley Dix design Cape Henry 21. Back in 2011 I bought a study plan of this vessel (Cape Henry 21) and at that time after doing the materials take off along with calculating the cost of a trailer, motor, sails and rigging I opted to build a smaller sloop. But,…
Category: Wooden Boats
Exciting Few Weeks
This last few weeks have been full of exciting events! First, the “Vanessa” the Devlin Eider sailboat was won by a local guy that lives in Hillsboro, Or. 100% of the proceeds went to “The Coffee Trust” a great nonprofit that helps coffee farming families! A super, super organization!! This last winter I took a beekeeping class put…
20′ Banks Fishing Dory, USCG – Electronics
Today I finished up the electronics on the 20′ Banks Dory! She is now ready to launch as she sits on her new wooden trailer.
20′ Banks Fishing Dory, USCG – On the Trailer
Yesterday I lifted the 20′ Banks Dory and placed it on its new wooden trailer. It fits perfectly. I now can have the bow stop made.
Pelicano Ready for Chinook and Steelhead
Today the “Rachel” 19′ Devlin design Pelicano is prep’ed for the 2016 Chinook and Steelhead fishing. I’ll launch tomorrow and she’ll remain in the water till the end of September.
20′ Banks Fishing Dory, USCG – Trailer Sealed
Wooden trailer after applying sealer! Next post will show it with the 20′ Dory!
20′ Banks Fishing Dory, USCG – Trailer Fenders and Lights
Today the fender supports and the tail lights were wired in. Work most of the morning was in the rain! I got a chance to take a couple photos when the sun came out for a few minutes.
20′ Banks Fishing Dory, USCG – Wooden Trailer Pt. 2
Do you think it going to rain, all day?! Today the wood trailer that will carry the 20′ Dory is nearly complete. Tomorrow I will install the lights.
20′ Banks Fishing Dory, USCG – Wooden Trailer
Thursday. The last couple of day I’ve been building a wooden trailer for the 20′ Banks Dory. I’ll keep you all posted as it progresses.
Harry Bryan’s Ladybug Wheelbarrow Boat – Complete With Oars
Saturday. Today the Wheelbarrow project is compete with the building of the set of oars. Just a quick reminder that this boat and oars were built 100% with wood that came from logs reclaimed and milled that were floating down the Columbia a River!