Small Boat Restoration

Happenins around the Lewis Boat Works, Spring has sprung. Weve been working on the Nutshell Pram tiller, Bahamas Dinghy gunwale and Penobscot 14 hurricane damage repair. Fortunately we had our Inspector Pixy to keep an eye on us.

Find a well fit PFD and WEAR It Please :)

WEAR a PFD - Springtime Cold Water Shock WEAR a PFD - Springtime Cold Water Shock

https://youtu.be/wPYhOib5kmA?si=T9U5bxsL0DSnpo4X

Sunfish Sailboat Knots Knots for a Sunfish Sailboat. WHY KNOT book now available for purchase: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1724677632

Spring Safety Tips from Boat US Foundation
A few quick checks now can help set the tone for a safer boating season.
1. Check Safety Equipment - Confirm required gear is on board and in good condition.
2. Test Electronics - Confirm all electronics power up including the navigation lights.
3. Plan Before You Go - Review the forecast and be mindful of the water temps.
4. Review Navigation Rules - Refresh yourself with navigation rules before heading out.
5. Create a Float Plan - Be sure to tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back.

https://youtu.be/NCOX_9tkZTo?si=dp6oQ8QcaQMutim-

Copy of The Virginia State Navy and Isle of Wight County Mariners of the American Revolution The Virginia State Navy and Isle of Wight County Mariners of the American Revolution with Isle of Wight County VA Historical Society historians Kent and Audr...

The Research Assistant Pixy

Everything got rinsed off today, pollens seems to be ebbing.

What we've been working on, local history for the VA250 - American Revolution 250 Commission events:

Copy of The Virginia State Navy and Isle of Wight County Mariners of the American Revolution The Virginia State Navy and Isle of Wight County Mariners of the American Revolution with Isle of Wight County VA Historical Society historians Kent and Audr...

https://www.amazon.com/Why-Knot-Skippers-Guide-Small/dp/1724677632

Why Knot: Skipper's Guide to Small Boat Knots A little book of the 4 basic knots to get started messing about in small boats. Color photos of real knots in use on real boats, the bowline, figure 8, half hitch and square knot. Also includes chapters on the sailor's spar hitch and marlin hitch. Bonus chapters cover nautical terms, how to tie a...

Our late Winter project in 2016...