When you want to go fishing on shallow waters then a Jon boat is the boat you want to be in. A Jon boat is an easy-to-build stable vessel that can carry plenty of weight.   These plans are from an old magazine. With the right dimensions you easily can build a nice plywood boat. The plans for this plywood boat are available in pdf direct download. Download the plans now » The post Easy-to-build plywood jon boat first appeared on Free plywood boat plans ..read more

If you’re looking for a unique and relatively easy boat-building project, the EuroPig pirogue plans by Lew Clayman may be just what you’re looking for. EuroPig is an anagram on pirogue. These plans were submitted as an entry in the 2001 Duckworks Magazine boat-building contest and they offer an excellent opportunity to build a traditional and functional pirogue that can be used for a variety of activities. A pirogue is a type of narrow, flat-bottomed boat that is typically propelled with a push pole or paddles. Pirogues are popular among anglers, hunters, and recreational boaters in shallow w ..read more

Transferring old boat plans from the 1940s to new-style plywood plans can be a challenging but rewarding process. Here are a few steps that can help guide you through the process:   Start by carefully reviewing the original plans. Take note of any measurements, angles, and details that will be important to replicate in the new plans. Create a rough sketch of the boat using the original plans as a guide. This will help you get a sense of the overall shape and layout of the boat. Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed, accurate drawings of the boat. This can include th ..read more

When it comes to wooden boats, paint and varnish are essential for protecting the wood from the elements and preserving its beauty. However, not all paint and varnish are created equal and it’s important to choose the right products for your specific boat. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of paint and varnish available, as well as the best practices for applying them to your wooden boat. First, let’s talk about paint. When it comes to wooden boats, the most common types of paint are oil-based and water-based. Oil-based paint is made with a combination of oil and solvents ..read more

Plywood is a popular material for building boats due to its strength, durability, and affordability. However, not all plywood is created equal and it’s important to choose the right type for your specific project. Marine plywood is the best choice for building a boat. Unlike regular plywood, marine plywood is made with waterproof glue and is constructed from durable, rot-resistant wood species. This makes it ideal for use in a marine environment, where it will be exposed to water and changing weather conditions. Another important factor to consider when choosing plywood for boat building is t ..read more

Cata, the owner of the Tales of Three boats website, reached out to me with his design The Iris Dinghy. And I must say, it’s a pretty good build.   Iris is designed to carry one adult and one child under sail and 3 to 4 lightly built adults when rowing. Her frame is wrapped around lightly built constitutions in fact, as ancient kayaking knowledge was used to dimension her (why creating a bulky boat with a lot of space needing a lot of materials when we’re small and can fit in a smaller boat with room to spare even). She superficially resembles the Argie 10 and the Walker Bay 10, but ther ..read more

Tiny sailing tender, which makes her handy in operation, and easy to build and store in the garage. You can carry her on a car’s roof rack. LOA 10ft2in Beam 4ft7in Draft 4in Hull weight 110lb 3oz A great boat that can easily be transported so you can widen your area to explore. Kids will enjoy this little sailing tender too. Go to the free boat plans » The post 10 ft 2 in plywood tender first appeared on Free plywood boat plans ..read more

This beautiful lined 14 ft skiff can be built using the lapstrake planking technique. Lapstrake planking is the classic technique of pre-finishing the ribs, which are fixed to a “building frame” and then wrapping the resulting hull in plywood and the whole with fiberglass. The ship is lying on its back. It is particularly important that the ribs and the entire frame not only be precise and symmetrical, but also conform to the shape of the hull in all respects when erected on the scaffolding. So not only the ribs need to be millimeter accurate, but also the future scaffolding. Ther ..read more

Happy Clam is a 17′ x 5′ 6″ Seabright skiff. Among the inherent advantages of this hull form are its shallow draft, great stability, and low center of gravity. Full protection for the propeller is provided by the box keel. Flow of unbroken water to the propeller is made possible by tapering the keel to the propeller post. The relatively wide, flat keel maintains the boat in a level position when beached or trailerborne. The nearly level shaft angle, which is of value in performance, is not possible to achieve in any other hull form. The skiff can be powered by an outboard motor up to 10 hp. Di ..read more

Duck skiff is a 14 ft long 5 ft wide at the shear (45 inches wide at the bottom) semi-dory hull. The additional ultimate stability of the 23° flare to the sides allows a lot of weight to be right at the sides of the boat while at the same time getting the shear lower to the water. The plans presented are a 14′ 3″ motorized version and a 14′ 1″ rowing version of the same skiff. Direct download the free boat plans here »   The post Duck Skiff first appeared on Free plywood boat plans ..read more