traditional boatbuilding made easy

The boat “Heidi” can be planked in cedar, white pine or spruce. Same options for the bottom, although you could opt for top-quality ply, especially if you were to car-top the boat. You can build directly from this book, as there are mold patterns with detailed measurements included. She is 12′ long with a 3′ 10-3/4″ beam.

Table of Contents:

– In the Beginning
– Getting Started
– Setting Up
– Fitting the Garboards and the Chines
– The Bottom Planks
– The Remaining Side Planks, the Keel and the Skeg
– Turning Over the Boat, Fitting the Quarter Knees and Breasthook
– The Frames, Rises, Seats and Oarlock Pads
– Filling, Painting and Varnishing
– A Good Pair of Oars
– The Sailing Rig
– A Few Final Comments and Then We Launch Her

Edition: 1996