BUILD YOUR OWN ESSEX SALT MARSH DORY

TWO WEEK COURSE (10 weekdays) - 9am -2pm

October 21 - 25 2024 and

October 28 - November 1 2024

No experience? We’ve got you covered!

Join expert builder, Jeff Lane for a 10 day course and take your very own boat home with you at the end of the session!

Discover the timeless art of boatbuilding with the Essex Salt Marsh Dory. Designed by the skilled craftsman Charles A. Burnham, this capable little boat is perfect for single-handed rowing. Its compact size allows for easy storage and transportation, fitting on top of a car with roof racks. Experience the joy of building and launching your own dory in our introductory course, where you'll learn the fundamentals of boatbuilding, woodworking techniques, and the use of modern epoxy for a lightweight construction. No prior experience is required, as all tools and materials will be provided. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, join us for this immersive 10-day course and take home your very own bespoke dory.

The Brass Tacks:

Pay in Full $2800 or

Non -Refundable Deposit $500 required at registration, balance due before Oct 20th $2300.

4 boat minimum to run session. 8 boat maximum.

A capable little boat, the Essex Salt Marsh Dory is perfect for single handed rowing. Can be stacked compactly with others, fits on top of a car with some roof racks, and can be hauled in and out of the water easily by one person. 

This course is an introduction to fundamentals of boatbuilding, woodworking, common materials and techniques. Students will also be introduced to modern epoxy techniques that make this light build possible. 

No prior experience necessary, all tools and materials will be provided. Suitable for all skill levels. Children are welcome as long as they register and attend with a parent.