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Oar Making Workshop

The weekend of July 16th & 17th, the Gig Harbor BoatShop will feature an Oar Making Workshop.  Over this two day period learn the skills and techniques of traditional oar construction with a shipwright.

The first day will be focused on understanding oar design, milling stock, and lamination. On day two, the class will focus on hand tools, sharpening, and shaping an oar. Students will come away with one finished and one ready to be shaped oar blank.

Class size is 4-6 students max.  

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Fees for this weekend workshop is $175.00 for GHB Members and $235.00 for Non-Members.  Save on class fees by becoming an annual member of the Gig Harbor Boatshop at $50.00 for individual and $75.00 family membership.

Class fees or memberships may be paid by mailing a check to PO Box 1187, GH 98335, or using a credit or debit card at www.gigharborboatshop.org.

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For questions or to register call (253) 857-9344 or email gigharborboatshop@gmail.com


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