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(Note: if you want to read this in sequential order, start from the bottom) I started building the Riviera in October of 2015.  I have been writing a blog from the beginning documenti … read more

"Awesome Gathering. I think it was the best ever. Great crowd and Tony is really making things really work well for us. The floating patio is such a great place for our evening dining and gatheri … read more

Latest additions to the Blog A note on the blog notes; I'm building the blog notes - latest at the top, oldest at the bottom.  So if something doesn't make sense, scroll down and pick the st … read more

I'm wrapping up the research stage prior to beginning my Malahini build.  My concerns included the size and make of the outboard motor I'll use, some motor installation issues, and some othe … read more

I was born and lived all my life by the River Nile, Cairo, Egypt. I share many of my childhood memories with the Nile. I swam, fished, rowed, and sailed on the Nile. Building my Zip will reinforce my … read more

Planning Stages: One of my "bucket list" items has always been, "Build a wooden rowboat from scratch".  However, you need many things to accomplish this task. Besides all of the tools ne … read more