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  • “Constructing Floorboards for the Haven 12-1/2 Sloop”

    Building floorboards for the Haven 12-1/2 sloop

    The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding, located in Port Hadlock, WA, is a non-profit vocational school dedicated to the preservation of traditional maritime crafts and wooden boatbuilding. Established in 1981, the school has since been offering courses on the fine art of building boats, including traditional large craft like the Haven 12 1/2.

    This particular vessel was built by the school’s Traditional Large Craft class in 2007 under the guidance of Master Boatbuilder Jeff Hammond. Hammond oversaw the construction of the Haven 12 1/2, a design adapted by popular boat designer Joel White from Nathanael Herreshoff’s 1914 daysailor.

    Joel White is well-known in the boating world and his work has been celebrated in numerous publications. He passed away in 1997, but his legacy lives on through his designs, including the Haven 12 1/2. The boat was created as a modern adaptation of Herreshoff’s original design, with a focus on ease of use and aesthetic appeal.

    Nathanael Herreshoff is often referred to as the “Wizard of Bristol” and for good reason. He was a prolific and influential boat designer who created many iconic vessels during his career. His work continues to be celebrated today, and his contributions to the maritime industry have been recognized with numerous awards and honors.

    The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is dedicated to preserving the traditions of boatbuilding and maritime crafts. They offer a variety of courses for students of all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. In addition to boatbuilding, the school also offers courses in a variety of other disciplines, including marine systems, woodworking, and carpentry.

    If you’re interested in learning more about the school or taking a course in boatbuilding or traditional maritime crafts, you can visit their website at www.nwboatschool.org. They can also be reached by email at info@nwboatschool.org or by phone at 360-385-4948.

    Posted by Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding on 2012-12-18 06:39:13

  • PT Marine Trades Booth Showcased at Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend, WA – IMG_9257.

    IMG_9257 - Port Townsend WA - Wooden Boat Festival - PT MArine Trades Booth

    The Varnishing class recently completed the project of designing a board. This was a fun and engaging project that allowed students to showcase their creativity and attention to detail. The board has various functions such as being used in the classroom, as a gift or display. It was made with the aim of improving the skillset of the students and exploring various designs and techniques that go into varnishing.

    The size of the board determined the amount of time and materials needed to complete the project. The student was required to conduct a range of research and create a design plan before commencing work on the board. The project is a testament to the growth and development of each student’s skillset from the beginning of the course.

    Many students came up with unique designs with complex patterns and color schemes. The designs used a lot of negative space, allowing the rich colors to pop and improve the overall aesthetics of the board. The focus was on achieving the desired finish which showcased the depth and smoothness of the colors used in the designs.

    During the project, students had access to a range of tools and materials such as sandpaper, spray guns, brushes, and different types of varnishes. The class practiced a range of techniques such as blending colors, glossing, and scuffing to achieve the desired finish. They also learned about the different types of varnishes, how to apply them, and how to troubleshoot common issues that can arise during the varnishing process.

    After the boards had been completed, they were put on display for all the students to see. The class instructor provided feedback on each board, highlighting areas that could be improved, and praising the areas that were well executed. This feedback was key in helping students to refine their technique and improve their future work.

    The project was a great success, with each board showcasing the creativity and skills of each individual student. The class learnt a lot about the varnishing process and the importance of good planning and attention to detail. The finished boards were unique and stunning, and showed the amount of dedication and hard work that went into every stage of the project.

    Overall, the varnishing board project was a great success, resulting in unique and visually stunning pieces that demonstrated the skillset of the students in the class. It was an engaging and rewarding project that allowed students to explore their creativity and improve their knowledge of the varnishing process. Students gained valuable experience in designing a project, utilizing different tools, and improving their planning and attention to detail. The project also provided valuable feedback that helped to improve their technique and set them up for future success in the field.

    Posted by Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding on 2013-02-10 21:28:13

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    The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is a vocational school located in Port Hadlock, Washington. The school’s mission is to teach and preserve the skills and crafts of traditional wooden boatbuilding and maritime crafts. The school builds both commissioned and speculative boats to US Coast Guard standards while also teaching adult students the skills necessary to work in the marine trades.

    The school’s curriculum includes courses in traditional hand-tool skills, blueprint reading, lofting, and vessel construction. Students learn the skills needed to build wooden boats from scratch, including boat design, construction techniques, and how to work with wooden materials.

    The school’s most popular boats are Grandy skiffs, which are usually between 9 and 14.5 feet long. These small craft are lapstrake planked in western red cedar, with sapele stems, keels, and transoms. Frames are made of White Oak or Black Locust. The school typically builds one to two boats like this each year, and they are sold to help support the school’s operations.

    The Grandy Boat Company, which was located on Lake Union in Seattle, made many boats both large and small from the early 1920s to 1967. The school’s students build boats to the lines and documentation taken by former instructor Tim Lee from an original boat owned by The Center For Wooden Boats in Seattle, Washington.

    Overall, the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is a unique institution that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern vocational training. The school’s commitment to preserving traditional wooden boatbuilding skills is admirable, and its students are well-prepared to enter the marine trades upon graduation.

    Posted by Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding on 2014-05-01 16:10:31

  • Jacob Simmerling at Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding in Port Hadlock WA: Dressing a Port Orford Cedar Plank for a Traditional Small Craft – Rogue River Driver (IMG_3527)

    IMG_3527 - Port Hadlock WA - Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding - Traditional Small Craft - Rogue River Driver - dressing a port orford cedar plank - student Jacob Simmerling

    The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is a vocational school based in Port Hadlock, WA, with a mission to teach and preserve the fine art of wooden boatbuilding and traditional maritime crafts. The school specializes in building commissioned boats as well as speculative boats to sell. These boats are built to US Coast Guard standards, while adult students are taught traditional wood and wood composite boatbuilding skills they will need to work in the marine trades.

    One of the school’s recent commissioned projects has been to build an exact replica of a historic boat called the Rogue River Driver. This boat was originally commissioned by the novelist Zane Grey in 1903 for a trip down the Rogue River in west-central Oregon. It was built of redwood and was not intended to last for more than a few trips down the river.

    However, for reasons unknown, the boat was not taken apart after its journey down the river, and it is now a historic artifact stored under a rude open shelter deep in a wilderness area. The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding was commissioned to build an exact replica of the boat, one strong enough to make it the miles of river travel through Class III rapids necessary to get to the resting place of the original boat.

    To achieve this, the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding has used the very best wood available for boat construction, namely port orford cedar. This wood, like western red cedar, is naturally rot and insect-repellant, and its fragrance is incredibly intense.

    The wood used to build the replica of the Rogue River Driver was provided by the Metcalf Sawmill in Gold Beach, Oregon, on the southern Oregon coast. The school is currently preparing to dress a 25-foot plank of port orford cedar to offer up to the Rogue River Driver, along with other planks for the boat.

    The Rogue River Driver is a historic artifact that was probably intended to be taken apart after its journey down the river, with the redwood lumber used for another purpose. However, the fact that the boat was not dismantled has led to its current status as a fascinating piece of history.

    The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is committed to preserving the history of boats like the Rogue River Driver while also providing the training and skills necessary for the next generation of boatbuilders to carry on this important tradition.

    Posted by Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding on 2014-03-05 09:58:15

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    This content is a brief description of a piece of furniture – a shaped walnut piece with Mackintosh hardware. The mention of Mackintosh hardware suggests that this piece of furniture is inspired by the designs of Scottish architect and designer, Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

    The term “shaped walnut” suggests that the piece has been crafted from the highly prized hardwood walnut and its shape has been manipulated in a way that is aesthetically pleasing. This could be in the form of curves or angles, or perhaps a combination of both.

    The use of Mackintosh hardware indicates that the piece is likely to have a distinctive design. Mackintosh is known for his Art Nouveau designs, characterised by their flowing lines and organic forms. The hardware used on this piece could be any number of things, from handles and knobs to hinges and brackets.

    Overall, this brief description gives the reader an idea of what the piece of furniture looks like and how it might have been designed. However, it does not provide any information about the practical applications of the piece or its intended use.

    Posted by William Heistand on 2012-05-19 02:39:26