Canoecraft

Author: Ted Moores
Publisher: Firefly Books Limited
ISBN: 9781552093429
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 207

Book Description
Back in print: A revised second edition of a classic how-to book on canoe building. The new edition is updated to include advances in glues and techniques since the original was published, as well as five new canoe plans, builder tips and paddle carving.

Illustrated Guide to Wood Strip Canoe Building

Author: Susan Van Leuven
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780764305375
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Now anyone can make their own, custom-built canoe guaranteed to draw raves on land and water alike. This comprehensive, detailed guide to the process of contructing a high-quality wood strip canoe is written especially for the novice boat builder. All phases of construction are extensively illustrated with color photos and line drawings.

Kayakcraft

Author: Ted Moores
Publisher: WoodenBoat Books
ISBN: 9780937822562
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 198

Book Description
KayakCraft is the culmination of years of teaching, boatbuilding, and writing experience. Book jacket.

Bark Canoes and Skin Boats of North America

Author: Edwin Tappan Adney
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1602390711
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
The bark canoes of the North American Indians, particularly those of birchbark, were among the most highly developed manually propelled primitive watercraft. Built with Stone Age tools from available materials, their design, size, and appearance were varied to suit the many requirements of their users. Even today, canoes are based on these ancient designs, and this fascinating guide combines historical background with instructions for constructing one. Author Edwin Tappan Adney, born in 1868, devoted his life to studying canoes and was practically the sole scholar in his field. His papers and research have been assembled by a curator at the Smithsonian Institution.

Kayaks You Can Build

Author: Ted Moores
Publisher: Buffalo, N.Y. ; Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books
ISBN: 9781552978610
Category : Kayaks
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A step-by-illustrated-step guide through the entire construction cycle of building a plywood kayak from a stitch and glue kit. Includes a history of kayaks, choosing a kayak, setting up a work area, tools, tricks, safety and troubleshooting.

Canoe Paddles

Author: Graham Warren
Publisher: Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books
ISBN: 9781552095256
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
Detailed plans and instructions on making, finishing and repairing wooden canoe paddles.

Building the Maine Guide Canoe

Author: Jerry Stelmok
Publisher: Globe Pequot
ISBN: 9781585745906
Category : Boatbuilding
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The definitive guide to building this classic watercraft. (SEE QUOTE.)

Building Strip-Planked Boats

Author: Nick Schade
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071643370
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description
The first comprehensive book on stripbuilding almost any type of small boat Strip-planking is a popular method of amateur boat construction, but until now there has never been a book that showed how to use it for more than one type of boat. Author Nick Schade presents complete plans for three boats of different types (canoe, kayak, and a dinghy) and shows you step-by-step how to build them. Written for all amateur builders, the book covers materials, tools, and safety issues.

Building Your Kevlar Canoe

Author: James Moran
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 9780070430365
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Plans and instructions for building canoes using the strongest, lightest miracle fibre - Kevlar.

Woodstrip Rowing Craft

Author: Susan Van Leuven
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780764325533
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Over 835 clear color photos and detailed text take the reader through every step required to create two wood strip rowing craft for both sport fishing and sculling. The wooden parts are made with ordinary woodshop tools, materials, and standard working techniques. Fiberglass and epoxy can be applied successfully by the first-time user. Finishing methods are provided to show off each boat to its best advantage.