September 2019 – Classic Boats

The Katzs Marina crew yesterday received two almost identical 17 Sportsman in roughly identical condition. One as a trade in and the other a local boat house find. So they did what anyone would do in this situation. They got…

Alex Bay, The Grand Finale.

Bravo! What a performance. The artists all came together and gave us a wonderful journey of emotion. The absolute best part of this past week was being able to see how different artists see the same thing. How they work, and bring a unique…

Bob Kays Was Stuck On Land! Thankfully

Boat Shows, Classic Boats

There is a saying in Sailing, It takes a great Sailor to sail in no wind. Imagine being a photgrapher and at this event and stuck at the docks. Okay, he wasn't stuck, but while Ken Kin was out shooting pure heaven, Bob was requested to…

Oh Come On. YNOT Some More Amazing Photos Of Alex Bay.

Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats

I pray you have been tuning in and enjoying the fun that's been happening here on Woody Boater live from the Big Alex bay event. Well, its now turning into Woodstock, or better yet Woodystock! We have a thing happening with more artists…

Here Comes Some Sausage Parts! It’s Sunday After All.

Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Community/Web

As all our trusty reporters travel home today, we have a little taste of Sausage in the morning. Thanks To Steve Lapkin, the Kin of Ken-Kin for sending us some scraps to enjoy this morning. There are around 7,000 photos taken and it takes…

I, Ah, Mmmmm, Speechless. Classic Boat Magic Live-ish From The Thousand Islands

But not wordless. And we are certainly not pictureless. Dang, I think I just invented two new words in one sentence. ISH. If you are just tuning in, good lord man..woman... You are witnessing what could be the best series of stories ever…

Kent and Steve Are Having More Fun Than Any Of Us! Maybe?

This is turning out to be one of those times doing Woody Boater that pure magic is happening. I hope you are here enjoying it happen live as we are doing it as well. As an artist, and a person that loves being behind the scenes more than in…

Two Much Fun On Alex Bay! Kent-O & Steve-L Do A Photo Dance In Perfect Harmony!

If you are tuning in today, today is one of those days that reminds us all why we love this passion. Even if you are at the show only here on Woody Boater, it's great to be reminded of the magic of the cocktail of varnish and the St Lawrence.…

Meanwhile In Deltaville VA Presidential Yacht Headed To Maine

Art, Classic Boats

We have a trusty reporter on the scene of the big move of Presidential yacht SEQUOIA. She is being taken up North to Belfast Maine on a barge to be restored. This is very exciting news around our Northern Neck of the woods. She has been…

Kent, Steve And Alex! WOW!

The photos are starting to trickle in from the Alex Bay. Steve Lapkin and Kent O. Smith Jr are working their magic eyes again. This is insane, here we are getting amazing photos from two of the best in one day! AHHHHHH, all header quality.…

Do You Know Miss Washington?

Fellow Woody Boater Lee Corbin from Seattle has an obsession with Miss Washington or Miss Washington II. A younger more attractive Miss Washington? What? Oh? BOATS, Race boats to be specific. All poor Lee has is this bad Newspaper photo…

Which Way Is Right For Your Spark Plug Thumb Nuts?

Art, Classic Boats

Today we have one of those questions that may not have a correct answer. Oh on the surface it may seem simple. But you will see the logic in what you may think is wrong? Or is it right? Like the famous Gold or Blue Dress. I suppose its all…

Big Bubba Gets Cleaned! Once A Year Is Enough

The shop truck, my fun 1958 Chevy Pickup was due a good cleaning, and since it was foggy and windy, I took the time to go at it. Just music, and cleaning. It's kinda strange how something like that can be so calming. Especially with my old…

The Fine Art Of An Authentic Reproduction

The Ramsey Brothers are a treasure trove of all that's good in Woodyboaterville. I love these guys. They get the entire zipper thing and have taken it a step further. Like way beyond even my sickness.they have done an Authentic reproduction…

Time Capsule Lyman From Ohhhhhhh-io!

Barn Finds, Classic Boats

Today we are going to experience the calm power of times stillness. We can thank the great guys at Ramsey Bros in Ohio for sharing a wonderful estate purchase from a customer to gently preserve an amazing time capsule Lyman outboard. There…

When People See Your Classic Boat?

The other day, I got on one of my google search kicks. Just clicking around to find more cool stuff. I hit on some classic Sailboats, and OH GOD! Not, oh god, how cool, but man, that is some complex headache stuff. NOW, hold on, before you…

Photo Comments Are Back! Dang! That Was A Mess!

Art, Community/Web

On such a heavy day, a little good-ish news. If you think wiring a boat is a mind bender. DO NOT HAVE A WEBSITE! Good god! The good news, is I know more about DNS, SSL, and CDA, and who hosts what and why and its all related to spam and…

Bob Speltz Would Be Proud

A huge thanks to our reporters Rabbit and Dane Anderson for the fun report from the great state of Minnesota. It's no Reedville, but I suppose one mans crab skiff is another mans BearCat! Take it away gentlemen. And best yet, NO CAPTIONS,…

Early Morning Runs!

RIDES! Okay, that headline may not have been the best choice of words! But if you are a true Woody Boater, you know the feeling of an early morning RIDE! A nice cup of coffee, or ride to your favorite breakfast spot slowly riding along enjoying…

Perfect Weather, Perfect Boats, Perfect Smiles – Reedville Classic Was Perfect.

A huge thanks to all the great folks that came out and shared your hello's and good wishes at this years Reedville Classic Event. The entire town was busy, restaurants full, and the weather did not disappoint as predicted. Heck, even Dorian…

Let’s Get This Little Party Started. LIVE From Reedville VA

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Dorian is someplace out in the Atlantic up north, we are expecting a beautiful here in little Reedville. THis year the folks went all out to make it a special event involving the entire town. Since yesterday here was grey, and very windy,…

Dorian Reedville Update

Right now here in Reedville we are getting some intense wind, and grey gloomy skies. but so far she is doing as expected, in fact she has moved off the coast a little more than expected. So unless she does a U Turn the show is gonna be a…

Sorry Dorian, You Are So NOT Invited To The Reedville Show This Saturday.

We have gotten a bunch of emails from folks around the country regarding that Bee-atch Dorian and how she is thinking of crashing our little show in Reedville. For the record, she is not welcome. And our little town of Reedville is about…

The Beauty Of Lake Vermilion

A huge thanks to fellow Woody Boaters Chris and Julie Bullen for sending us a great report from Lake Vermiion. Now, you may be wondering why it's called Lake Vermilion. Okay maybe you didn't ask, but I did. I mean why would a lake be named…

How Was Your Labor Day Weekend?