Essex – The Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum is offering a kayak building course May 2-9, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Waterline Center, 66 Main St., Essex. Class size is limited to six students.
The kayak design is based on traditional skin covered kayaks used by the Inuit Eskimos. Instructor is Rick Eliot. Students will build their own kayaks, custom-designed to meet their particular interests. The finished kayak is a work of art, ultra light (30 pounds or less), durable, and beautiful.
All tools and materials are provided; no prior carpentry skills required. Tuition is $1,200, or $1,100 for students, school teachers, husband-wife twin boats, or special cases. Advance registration is required; call 978-768-7541. For information, visit www.essexshipbuildingmuseum.org .
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