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Console Skiff Interview

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Oct 12th 2012

Today's interview is another one of Kevin Brown of Cape Canaveral, Florida. In 2010, we interviewed Kevin and titled the post "Warning! Boatbuilding is an Addition". That's because Kevin has so … read more

Squirt Decking Structure

Posted by Anthony Reame on Aug 6th 2012

The Squirt has been flipped and I have the bow sub-decking structure dry fitted and am in the process of epoxying it. The coamings have been epoxied and fastened into place as well. That was one pa … read more

Side Planking Complete

Posted by Anthony Reame on Jun 21st 2012

NOTE: See areame's earlier blog post about building a Glen-L Squirt in Grand Haven, Michigan here. I have epoxied and screwed both side panels into place. I then sanded down any exposed screw … read more

Building a Glen-L Squirt in Grand Haven, Michigan

Posted by Anthony Reame on May 25th 2012

I have now dry fitted the plywood and was pleased with the results. Taking my time fairing paid off as everything went together pretty well. The only trouble I had was making the bend around the tr … read more

Check out Riva Ridge! A Glen-L Squirt

Posted by kymarlee on Mar 30th 2012

I just completed "Riva Ridge" the last week of March. What a fun project! I started New Years Day and spent over 150 hours on the project over the past 3 months. I spent many evenings o … read more

Boats in the Water at G5

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Feb 2nd 2012

One of the very best parts of our annual Gathering of Boatbuilders is the privilege of riding in many different Glen-L boats! Seeing a video of them in the water may not be quite as fun, but I ho … read more