The Art of Boat Building Courses

Strip Planking a Boat - Some Tips You'll Need

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Expert tips for strip planking a boat, covering essential techniques, tools, and materials for building a 9' sailing dinghy tender with cedar planks.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tips on Attaching a Kayak Coaming - S4-E17

Master essential coaming attachment techniques for the Wood Duck 12 kayak to ensure watertight cockpit sealing and proper spray skirt installation with expert tips.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Applying a Flawless Epoxy Fill Coat to a Kayak - S4-E19

Master epoxy fill coat application on fiberglass kayaks with proper mixing, sanding techniques, and professional finishing tips for a smooth, durable surface.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Installing a Kayak Hatch on the Wood Duck 12 - S4-E18

Master the essential techniques for installing a hatch on your Wood Duck 12 kayak with expert boat builder Bob Emser's step-by-step guidance and professional tips.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tips and Tricks to Mastering Marine Varnish - S4-E22

Master marine varnish techniques with award-winning boat builder Bob Emser, covering surface prep, brush methods, and achieving a flawless high-gloss finish that lasts.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Practical Tips on Getting a Durable Painted Finish for Wood Duck 12 Kayak

Master professional marine painting techniques for wooden kayaks, from surface prep and masking to applying durable coats and creating textured non-skid surfaces for safety.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Quick and Easy Boat Builder Bevel - Traditional Boatbuilding Hand Tool Tutorial

Master the art of creating a traditional boatbuilder's bevel, an essential hand tool for accurately transferring angles when shaping wooden boat components in just 18 minutes.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Easy to Make Wood Mallet - Beginner-Friendly Woodworking Project

Master woodworking fundamentals by crafting a beginner-friendly wood mallet using ready-made parts and easy-to-source materials with step-by-step guidance from expert boat builder Bob Emser.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Finishing and Launching a Wood Duck 12 Kayak - S4-E24

Discover the final steps of crafting a Wood Duck 12 kayak, from finishing touches and pin striping to the thrilling maiden launch that showcases months of meticulous woodworking.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Install Deck Fittings - S4-E21

Master 5 deck line fitting options for kayaks with expert Bob Emser, covering selection, installation process, and proper line routing for safety and gear management.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sanding and Foot Braces for Wood Duck Kayak - S4-E20

Master proper epoxy sanding techniques and foot brace installation for wooden kayaks with expert boat builder Bob Emser's meditative approach to craftsmanship.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sculpting a Bronze Skylark Masthead - The Art of Boat Building - Episode 69

Learn to sculpt a bronze skylark masthead, from fitting the mast cone to welding techniques. Explore the symbolism behind the skylark and create a beautiful, meaningful boat ornament.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What Is a Table of Offsets and Lofting? Designing a Boat

Comprehensive guide to developing and using a Table of Offsets for boat lofting, essential for accurate full-size boat construction. Learn key techniques from expert boat builder Bob Emser.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Start Modeling - The Basic Half Hull Modeling Process

Learn the art of half-hull modeling with boat builder Bob Emser. Master basic techniques, tools, and processes to create a beautiful tender model using Honduras Mahogany in this beginner-friendly tutorial.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Design a Half-Hull Model

Learn to design a half-hull model for a sailing tender, from creating line drawings to carving mahogany, with expert boat builder Bob Emser in this detailed tutorial.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video