Boatbuilding
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Currently Scheduled Courses
Currently Scheduled Boatbuilding Courses
Most North House courses are designed for students 18+, but many welcome youth under age 18, and several allow for a young person to attend and receive our Intergenerational Discount of 25% off their tuition if they sign up with a full-paying adult.
You can find the courses with the Intergenerational Discount here. The information about specific ages allowed is in the course's description.
Building the Norse Pram: Intro to Lapstrake Construction
An old Norse saying goes, “A person without a boat is bound to land.” This class is a…
Mon, Jun 21st, 2027 - Sun, Jun 27th, 2027
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Cedar-Strip Boat Construction: Techniques & Fundamentals
Instructors:
Ken Koscik
With more than just aesthetic appeal, cedar-strip boats are known for being lightweight, strong, and…
Mon, Jun 21st, 2027 - Sun, Jun 27th, 2027
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Ken Koscik
Coracle: Weave Your Own Boat
A coracle, or currach, is an ancient boat of Irish and Welsh origin which was used in rivers to net…
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Tue, Oct 6th, 2026 - Thu, Oct 8th, 20269am-5pm each day
Laminated Canoe Paddles
Instructors:
Josh Tolkan
In this class, students will build one laminated paddle similar to the fancy wooden paddles often…
Thu, Feb 4th, 2027 - Sun, Feb 7th, 2027
Day 1: 4-7pm; Days 2-3: 9am-5pm; Day 4: 9am-noon
Day 1: 4-7pm; Days 2-3: 9am-5pm; Day 4: 9am-noon
Instructor:
Josh Tolkan