2016 Colorado Wooden Boat Float

Colorado Wooden Boat Float is scheduled for July 16th, 2016 on the Upper Colorado River.  As we get closer to the date and talk to the part…

Started by mark hilbert in General Forum

"Will this scarf hold?" (I know, I know, but gotta ask)

I'm building a Honky Dory. At it's widest, the bottom panel of the hull is 57", so I need to scarf two small pieces to widen the 16x8 scarf…

Started by Sean Larkin in General Forum

14' Wood Rowboat for sale (Blackberry 14 Dory)

I've got too many boats and need to sell this one. I purchased this boat about 10 years ago and used it at our cabin lake.  No longer h…

Started by Mike Crouch in General Forum

Don Hill 17ff vs Baker Wood 17

Hey all, I am planning on building a drift boat this fall, and have narrowed down my two choices to either the Don Hill 17ff, or the 17 foo…

Started by Luke o in General Forum

Would anyone like 3 curved oak door/cabinet frames?

IMG_7755.JPG I acquired them from a friend who was moving.  Appear to be well-constructed. They are yours for the cost of shipping from Ind…

Started by Bob Autio in General Forum

maintenance of a wooden drift boat?

Anybody have recommendations for the maintenance of a wood drift boat? This my first season having one and would like any tips. Thank you i…

Started by Adam Beam in General Forum

Wood Boat down at the dock, need very long oars!!! (and cannon balls)

Started by Mike Thomas in General Forum

Briggs Grand Canyon Dory OAR LENGTH

Ok Wooden Boatheads.  I am about to ask a question, one that has been asked many times and appears to be as hot a topic on here as "Coolers…

Started by Josh Case in General Forum

New builder question: Glassing inside/outside of boat

First post, as I build my first boat: A Honky Dory (16' Mackenzie drift boat). Montana River Boats' plans call for 1/4" side panels and a…

Started by Sean Larkin in General Forum