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Why A Man Builds a Boat

Why A Man Builds a Boat

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Jan 25th 2013

by Julie George, 2012 (for Don Fischer and Tom George) Don Fischer beginning his Cracker Box What urge rises up from the depths of his soul, to spur a sane man into building a boat? … read more
Zip Builder - Ted Gauthier

Zip Builder - Ted Gauthier

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Dec 20th 2012

I'm so excited to share with you the first of many great videos from the September Gathering of Boatbuilders in Tennessee (G6) thanks to Chris Dixon of Vineyard Productions. Today, I interview Te … read more
Building the Yukon just a little bigger.

Building the Yukon just a little bigger.

Posted by Tom Schmidt on Jun 12th 2012

Nearing Completion I'm a retired military vessel master with saltwater in my veins. I have always wanted a boat we could live aboard and enjoy our retirement. The c … read more

Sherwood Queen Builder Interview

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Feb 23rd 2012

  Kenneth Thomas built the Glen-L Sherwood Queen in his spare time and in spite of very serious health issues. This is another interview that was filmed at the 2011 Gathering of Boatbuilder … read more

Why Are Boats Named After Women?

Posted by John Brantuk on Dec 9th 2011

For centuries, mankind has braved the ocean in an effort to explore the wide-open spaces of the world. Boating is now more of a pastime than a necessity, although many of the old n … read more
Glen-L Boatbuilder Enjoys "Aqua Therapy"

Glen-L Boatbuilder Enjoys "Aqua Therapy"

Posted by John Brantuk on Oct 19th 2011

Note: This article first appeared in “The Commoner”, the official publication of Canda's House of Commons. At The Commoner, we love to share stories that showcase what our colleagues do in th … read more