Shane Oh and Peter Wan, two enterprising young men, have created a high school Engineering Club. This article details a nice little PVC/tarp/ziptie kayak.

Check it out! There are also build instructions with more pictures here.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Just wishing all the mother’s out there well!

Ray Macke has build a great looking Hankinson design (check out the build log here). Last fall he had the chance to make a hurried, late season run on the Cumberland River. Ray has a great narrative/story telling style, and there’s some good humor and enjoyment in this log.

Check out his adventures. We’ve probably all been there, or will be there someday.

Glen-L has updated their store (some still on the way)… check out their new, improved look, along with easier navigation and better organization of plan details.

I know it’s not a boat, but I found it really slick, and there are probably a fair number of ideas you might could use. Small space living, on land or on the water, has a lot of similarities.

Duluth, MN, USA - July 25-29, 2013

Looks like a great event. Day sails on Lake Superior on true tall ships and on board tours.

Glen L. Witt, of Glen-L, a favorite of many for boating plans and supplies, has this article on Then and Now. Some good thoughts on the changes that many of us can remember during our lifetimes.

A brief overview of a SeaTow operator in Boston. To me, guiding a boat under tow into a slip has got to be a challenge sometimes – it’s hard enough under power :-)

(I just happened to find this, unrelated to the terrible events in Boston this week. I pray for all the people involved and hope for the best outcome possible).

… That’s how I got started, driving the golf cart and then golf got in the way.

Tall Ships are obviously a love and fascination for many people. Even if you’re not “into sail” the majesty and power of these vessels can be awe inspiring.

CNN has a nice rundown of some various Tall Ship activities that are happening during the 2013 year. Check them out, some might be near you.