2. TIPS
Before you purchase plans for building a
wooden boat, you'll need to decide on a boat
design. You can find boat plans for a wide
assortment of wooden boats, from small canoes,
kayaks and dinghies to larger fishing boats,
catamarans, sailboats and skiffs.
The best plans are available online and are
ready to be downloaded directly to your
computer. The hardest part about deciding on a
boat design is narrowing down the candidates.
3. TIPS
After you've decided on a boat design, look for
plans that come with complete instructions as
well as a construction guide that will take you
step-by-step through the boatbuilding process.
A good set of instructions should be written by
an expert builder and should included
information about all the skills needed to build
your boat. Helpful photos and drawings that
illustrate every step of the process are a must.
4. TIPS
A boat is only as good at the materials used to
build it. After you've obtained plans for building a
wooden boat, shop for the best tools and
supplies that your budget allows.
This is not time to cut corners. Become familiar
with the material and equipment lists that come
with your plans before you get started. While you
may be able to use some