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Malahini Runabout by Bob Brandenstein

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Feb 15th 2013

Bob brought his Malahini to the 2012 (G6) Gathering of Boatbuilders and it was really a hit. This was Bob and his wife's first time at our event and we really enjoyed getting to know them. Ted Gaut … read more

Squirt Runabout - A Work of Art

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Feb 1st 2013

Art Atkinson's retro Squirt Runabout was a hit at last year's Gathering of Boatbuilders in Tennessee. His boat was styled to match his 1956 Mercury Mark 25 with Sarasota blue and Sand tan simila … read more

Sea Knight Builder Legacy Continues

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Oct 5th 2012

For Rory Hamilton, building a boat is more than building a great boat or having one to enjoy. It's more about re-creating memories from his childhood and being able to share those with his family. … read more

About Sheet Plywood

Posted by Glen Witt on Jul 13th 2012

Plywood is wonderful stuff. It’s lightweight, stiff, strong and readily available in most areas. However, it is limited as to the shape it can be formed. Sheet plywood requires a developable surface … read more

Building the Yukon Just a Little Bigger - II

Posted by Tom Schmidt on Jun 15th 2012

Building Form I started looking for boat plans a few years before I finally found Glen-L. I loved the hull design of the Yukon but I didn't think there was enough room to live aboard … read more

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