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Latest Photos

Posted by Thomas Saccio on Nov 8th 2013

As you all can see, I've added the latest photos to show the progress I'm making on my Glen-L Flats Flyer at my photo gallery. At this rate it will take a long time to complete.   … read more

Why Use Cartridges?

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Nov 8th 2013

(This article is reprinted with permission from the System Three Blog) The most common errors using two-part resin systems packaged in cans or bottles involve measuring and mixing mistakes.  … read more
One Man's Fir Is Another Man's Pseudotsuga

One Man's Fir Is Another Man's Pseudotsuga

Posted by John Brantuk on Oct 24th 2013

We have tried to be very diligent, re-spelling Douglas fir to Douglas-fir wherever we have found it. Douglas-fir is properly hyphenated because it is not, in fact, a fir. It is a p … read more
"Leave Your Cares At The Dock…."

"Leave Your Cares At The Dock…."

Posted by John Brantuk on Oct 1st 2013

 Editors Note: The following is the experience of one of our boatbuilders (Michael Maddox, AKA BarnacleMike) at the 2013 Gathering of Glen-L Boatbuilders, reprinted with his permission from his person … read more
Building the Glen-L Yukon by Wayne Milner

Building the Glen-L Yukon by Wayne Milner

Posted by John Brantuk on Sep 23rd 2013

Building the Glen-L Yukon by Wayne Milner Editor's Note: This project, undertaken by a Nova Scotia backyard builder, shows what can be done with a little cash, lots of ambition, and a good-sized … read more