
A Perfect Day In Woodyboaterville
Art, Community/Web
As promised, yesterday was one of those days here on the Chesapeake Bay. Okay, okay, the morning was, by noon it had turned grey and gloomy. But I did get a car free morning at least.
And a quiet day to work on the Willys…

It’s November, It’s Gonna Be 80 Here. Do I?
Art, Rant
Every year around this time here in the mid Atlantic, the weather toys with me. 80 in the day 50 at night, and then wam, 30, then 70. Its a roller coaster of do I or don't I's. For those of you that live in areas like me, you know exactly…

Boo!
Community/Web
Happy Halloween. Share your scare today. Hopefully some of these will inspire you. or not, and go boating. It's gonna be around 80 here today. Crazy time of year. 75 during the day and 40 at night.
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On Golden Bob, Starring Bob Kays.
Art, Classic Boats, Community/Web, Woody Boaters
We have a wonderful short rip off of On Golden Pond today, copyrighted music and all. I am not sure how this works, so if we hear from Dave Grusin's people, or search robot, according to YOUTUBE, there was no violation, or action? Whatever…

We Have Us A Good Old Fashioned Whatizit
Classic Boats
Thanks to fellow Woody boater Tom Parsons for reaching out to the universe on The Old Boats Home for some more info, or a whatiz it on a possible 1 cylinder Mullins. We have from time to time done some old Mullins stuff, but I have yet to…

A Full Day Of Light And Dark With Roy, Wayne, And Mother Nature
Art
Well this was an interesting weekend. We disassembled Lil Rusty the donor jeep, said see you later to the kids, and had an old pal come by HQ for a photo shoot. Roy Furchgott has been a pal for close to 30 years. Yup! Crazy. It's a long…

Last Gasping Canadian Style
Art, Community/Web
Huge standing ovation to Chris and Julie Bullen for sharing this amazing last gasp up from the land of maple leafs and nice people.

The Berlin Bureau Is Off Again To Conquer The World.
Community/Web, Woody BoatersToday I am watching my son leave home again. The pain is of course now even more intense then it was on that fall day in Colorado years ago on his first day of collage. Now it's three to say goodbye to Suzy2 and Ziggy. I love all my kids and…

A New Type Of Boat Ride. Unplugged to Unplug
Art, Classic Boats
Berlin Bureau and I had an idea. Why not take folks on a boat ride, without all the editing, music, words yada yada. Just engine sounds, and a slow video of it. Now, there is a rule in this video universe. Short and keep it under 1 minute.…

The Spontaneous Roadtrip Woody Splained
Community/Web, Destinations
Yesterday we interrupted some Last Gasping with a 3Am post about a road trip I was on. Now. You may be wondering what this is all about. Remember the does anyone live near Montecello NY story? Yes this is about the Jeep, so you can just…

What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Spontaneous Road Trip
Community/Web
Okay, I didn't see this coming. I got a call from NY and with the weather, and so on being amazing, I took my window of oportunity and hopped in the truck at 11AM to hit the Catskills. Right now its 3AM in a crappy hotel room, and about…

And Here Come The Gasp’s
Art, Classic Boats
This weekend was a magical weekend here, and apparently elsewhere as well. WOW! And even more insane, John Allen was out in NORTHERN MINNESOTA on a boat ride?
Yes, BOAT RIDE. Not ice boating. But Boating. Like in a real boat. In…

SummerTimeLess A Short Film By Frances de Larminat Original Music Lucas Carpenter
Art, Woody Boaters
Today we feature a cool film shot this summer here in Reedville. Yes, its from this year. But shot in a very cool way. An old super 8 camera. Director Frances de Larminat is exploring fun new ways to capture moments. We had some great talks…

A Great Injustice Was Done Yesterday. It Was Mr B’s B-Day!
Woody Boaters
The Boatress had warned me a week ago. But my brain can't remember what was for dinner last night. So? But around 11AM yesterday it hit me. Okay the Boatress texted me. It's Mr b's B-Day. And I felt like the worst Dad EVER. Needless to say,…

Does Anyone Live Near Monticello NY? I Apologize Ahead Of Time.
Community/Web
WARNING! Today goes off the rails a bit! WARNING! Between the Facebook Marketplace Summer Urinals, and engagement rings lies a solution to some of my issues. Yup, thats a ring. and a urinal. Oh, its gets even wonkyer. Not to be confused…

Well That Escalated Quickly Jeep Date
Art
Okay, to be honest, wait, not that I am never not honest, ya, thats a dumb lead in to any thought. Any who, I got the Jeep a short time ago, and of course before I got it mechanically really strong, which is still being done, I could not…

A Little Horsepower Trading
Community/Web
Okay, trading about 75 horses. As many of you know, I have been in search for a correct Railway vehicle. I had scored an insane deal on the Toyota Truck, and I LOVED it. 5 speed, super reliable and fun. But, and this is a bit of an insight…

SHHHHHHH! No One Say A Word, Just Go To Georgia And Buy It.
Classic Boats
Do not go yappin about its a Feathercraft, or any other stuff. Just offer what you think is fair, and go get it. What is it? Well, fellow Woody Boater spotted it and thought. Mmmmm, someone done gona and customized themselves a feathercraft.…

Pea Wee Needs A New Home
Classic Boats
You may recall the stories on Pea Wee, the special 8ft dingy we got for Sweet Pea. Well, it got used once and the Boatress vetoed it. So it just hung around the railway. Literally. Anyway, in my purge of stuff to balance the books things…

Welcome Back To The Club Picnic In Michigan, It’s Okay, The Party Still’s Going On
Art
A huge thanks to Mike Flood for sharing some snaps from the Michigan Gangs Club Picnic in 1982! Ya, get out your shoulder pads and short shorts. And take a gander at some of us all back then.
…

It’s Starting To Feel A Little Last Gaspy Around Here
Art, Classic Boats
Today may be the day. Sunny, warm and perfect for a good Last Gasp. DO IT! Get out there and take full advantage of it all. Yes there will no doubt be some more magical days left, but the window of perfect boating gets smaller and smaller.…

1952 Hinkley? Launch For Sale Here On The Northern Neck. Start Your Own Yacht Club
Classic BoatsThis beautiful Launch was originally believed to be built by Hinckley and was used as the yacht club launch for Stamford Yacht Club. Around 2017 the International Yacht Restoration School in Newport, RI completed a total keel up restoration.…

Very Very Rary Chris Craft Toy On Ebayyyyy
Art
If you are into these sort of fun collectable toys, this one is a whopper. Although I have no idea as to its value, and if the condition effects that, or helps it. But it's clearly a pre war fun toy, and is listed as a Kilgore Cast Iron…

Todays Hurricane Distration – Yesterday It Was Mercury, Today Evinrude.
Art
We are in South Carolina today for a wedding of some dear friends, and of course watching the Hurricane reports. The hotel we are in is full of Florida folks that have evacuated, and so it's a 24/7 watch. But some distractions are very much…

Please Milton, Don’t Mess With Lake X In Florida, Or Rabbit Holes
Art, Classic Boats
As we all hold our breath for all our Floridian friends. Here is some stuff to help distract us all and yet keep them in our hearts and minds while we all wait for Milton to come visit. UGH. Now this may be a tad confusing, so sorry, cause…

Get Ready, Clear Out Your 401K, and Kids Collage Fund. It’s Sign Bidding Time
ArtOn October 19th there is gonna be an auction from the same folks that did the same sort of auction for the now famous Wallace Aro Marine sign that sold for a whopping 15K. And now this very rare basically New Old Stock Elto Evinrude sign. WOW.…

The Magic Moments Before Some Last Gasping, And We Need A New Name For The Berlin Bureau.
Art, Community/Web, Woody Boaters
Yesterday was "One Of Those Days" The morning light, calm waters and in the mid 70's here in Virginia. I know the weather is rather fickle this time of year, and hurricane's are reeking havoc further south. Ugh. So in a way, the magic moments…

Syd’s Surprisingly Spark Plug Stumped
RestorationsWhen Syd Marsdin from Syds Text Message Museum reaches out to ask what something is, I get excited, cause that just means that no matter how experience we all may be, the classic boat universe is infinite. Which one of the most fun parts our…

Concordia, The Film, The Epic Adventure That Took 8 Hours
Art, Classic Boats, Destinations
It took 8 hours to do, and will only take you 2 minutes to watch, and yet, even two minutes may be too long. Just loop it for 8 hours and you will really get the idea. All kidding aside, the weather was PERFECT, the company even better and…

A Spontaneous 7 Hour Rescue
Classic Boats
Yesterday was one of those perfect boating days, and with that in mind, Danny and I were able to surf the weather moment and go pick up a new project of his. A 38ft 1962 Concordia Motor Sailer. The trip, about a 2 hr boat ride to Deltaville,…

The Impact Of Your Generosity Update.
Community/WebThe impact of your generosity is mind blowing and an incredible emotional relief. I thought you may want to know the final impact numbers. I am beyond humbled, and to be honest, re energized.
The total of donations came to $16,770.53
Where…

Hey, Hey, Two Good Deals On Ebay Today, Hurray
Classic Boats
If you are in the market for a great winter project, today is your lucky day. Or, if you are looking for a fun no worries go boating boat? Guess what? Today is also your lucky day. In fact if you are reading this, it's your lucky day. I…

A Good Old Fashion Sausage Day Might Help
Community/Web
Welcome to a small taste of the Post Last Gasp type coverage. Sausage days, and the slow count down to Lake Dora. It's wants to be nice weather out there. But NOPE! And the just epic damage of Helene is heart braking. We have had several…

Forty Pines Gar Wood Flagship Update – Manny Thanks
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
Remember Manny's Gar Wood Flagship we featured being redone at Sierra Boats last year? Well. Here she is. And she is real and spectacular!
The 1941 Flagship was shown first time recently, in public, at the 2024 Tahoe Yacht Club concourse
Here…

Late Live-ish From The Finger Lakes, Okay, Really Late, Late Live-ish
Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats
Another shout out to Syd's Text Message Museum. Fellow Woody Boater Syd Marsdin sent us in this report from the late 1980's from the Finger Lakes ACBS Chapter show at the island at Emerson Park on Owasco Lake NY. Hey better late than never?…

Now That The Weather Sucks, You May Want Some Woods & Water Swag & Brag
Art, Boat Shows
Want to look like you went to the Woods and Water event of the Century? Impress all your ordinary friends with your classic boat prowess. You can strut around and blabber... "Oh ya, I had dinner with John Allen and cocktails with Lee…

Evacuating From Helene? How Aboat Missouri?
Classic Boats
Turn lemons into lemonade. ROAD TRIP...to Missouri. No Hurricane! Storm surges, wind.. You get the point. AND, this little Speedliner is for sale. At a very reasonable price. WIN WIN!
Of course it's on Facebook marketplace,…

Hurricane Helena Is Coming To Woodyboaterville
Community/Web
Are you ready? Live on the west coast of Florida? Middle of Georgia? Tennessee? This ones gonna hit us all in a different part of the country. For those of you in Georgia and Tennessee that may not be used to this kinda thing. Our Florida…

More From Syd’s Text Message Museum, With Special Guest Star, Gary Visser
Classic Boats
Okay, this happened on the same day, so one was Syd who found a brass bow light and felt compelled to polish it. Not to be confused with Polishing it. Which would require teaching it a new language. See what I did there? A spelling joke.…

WARNING: Must Be Mentally 12 Years Old To Read This. Syd’s Johnson Pics.
Art, Classic Boats
You were warned! And yes, the old Johnson joke is still alive and well. Worn out well, but well. Okay, so with all that in mind. Here we go. Last night Syd started sending me text message shot of his Johnson. FROM HIS BASEMENT! To be honest,…

Blackhawks Get Ready For The Big Show On Geneva Lake
Art, Boat Shows, Classic BoatsIf you are in the Chicago area, the Blackhawk Chapter of the ACBS is having their show this weekend. And they had a river cruise through Chicago as a fun lead up. Thanks to fellow Woody Boater Peter Medins for sending us in some nice pics of…

Perlita Too, The Riva Of Riva’s For Sale On Bring A Trailor
Art, Classic Boats
Some OG WoodyBoater readers from about 15 years ago may recall the restoration of Perlita Too. The restoration which took some time was a massive undertaking, and each minute detail was attended too. Okay, wait please, I am making sure MINUTE…

Speaking Of Donations, Segway Back To Boats. 1969 Commander for $10?
Classic Boats
To be honest I had no idea how to transition back to boat stories today, the 3 day pledge drive was insane. Over 250 of you donated close to $15,000 and we are now secure for the next year. And more importantly, the Boatress is impressed…

THANK YOU!
Community/WebI am speechless. And your generous donations have made a huge impact on the life support system it functions on. Also on an emotional impact. I didn't realize how much these donations would have hit me personally. THANK YOU for being my emotional…

Thank You Very Much To 10% Of You For Your Support.
Community/Web
I can not express this enough. Your support yesterday was both financial and very emotional. It's encouraging to know so many wonderful people see some sort of value in this effort. Your donation goes to so much more than just web hosting…

Can Woody Boater Survive?
Community/WebEver since COVID began, I had cut the cost of sponsorships in an effort to help our community grow. And that combined with inflation, and also not doing an annual fund drive, because of all the reasons stated. The Boatress and I have been covering…

Okay, Just One More Woods And Water Story
Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Destinations
It's official, Woods And Water will now be called, Woods And Milk. I gotta say, not only was this clearly the best event EVER, but the milking has been epic. Like our Royal Wedding milking. Oh sure the restoration of Zip sure was up there.…

Monday Clean Up After The Big Woods And Water Week
Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Destinations
Well, there we go. You go, it goes. I am sure there is some sort of serious anxiety hangover going on up in Minnesota, and folks around the planet are actually looking forward to my latest screwdriver pick. YA, sorry about that. I know,…

Cleaning Up Leftovers From Wood And Water II
Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats
What can one say about the epic Woods And Water event that hasn't now been said a bazillion times on ever social media platform known to mankind. I know many of you don't use all the platforms, sadly I have to for a multitude of reasons,…

Exclusive From Woods And Water Images By Steve Lapkin – HORNET II And MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Community/Web
Friday dawn, as in last evening before the big jaw dropper at John Allens little get together in his car port. We have some very exclusive images of HORNET II for all of us regular folk to drool over. Oh trust me, they are all having…

A Taylor M…ade Story Of The Ages
Art, Classic Boats, Restorations, Woody Boaters
For sure there will be and are already some of the most amazing classic boats on the planet earth at Wood and Water this week. Like never before have so many of these boats been in one place. But for a second here, I doubt any will have…

Woods And Water Hump Day
Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Destinations
If you are following all this action then you gotta know that we are about to get real with the boat SHOW part of the party. And last night was the big welcome party at Fort Mahogany. John Allens version of the Woody Boater HQ. Okay, the…

Another Shootout At The Meeting At Brainerd Lakes.
Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Woody Boaters
A huge thanks Again, to Steve Lapkin, Dane Anderson and Holly Weber for sending in some epic photos. And also giving me and all of us, the different ways artists see the same event. It's not the camera, it's the soul of the photographer.
“HANDS…

Live From Woods And Water Dane, Steve and Holly Report In.
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
It's 5Am and I am confused. Overwhelmed and WOW! I have three reports. And not quite sure how to mash them together. Steves came in needing permission, so those images will be used later. UPDATE - Images are here, so you may need to hit…

Live From Gull Lake. Steve Lapkin Reports In
Boat Shows, Community/Web
Here we go! The Big Woods And Water reports are starting to trickle in on Facebook and other areas. But here on Woody Boater we are lucky enough to have reporters and eyeball embedded on the lake and in may areas. A HUGE thanks to Steve…

The Boat Show Hangover
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
If you have ever participated in the behind the scenes of putting on a boat show/event thing. No doubt you know the feeling the day after. Kinda in a haze. Everything is quiet and calm. How the Woods and Water gang is gonna feel is going…

Try To Make The Reedville Show Today Feel Like Yesterday.
Art
First off, SORRY, I know you are getting a ton of Reedville Railway stories these days. But todays Saturday, and chances are, no one is reading. The slow day for sure here. No one has blown up, sunk, broken down, or won an award...YET! So,…

Reedville, Buffalo, Smith Mountain Lake And? Oh Ya, Woods & Water, Almost Forgot.
Art, Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Destinations
As we are getting closer to the big day. Tomorrow, folks around the country are scrambling to get ready for guests and some fun. Here in Reedville finishing touches are being done like an all nighter in school/work.. I am sure the same is…

George Sr’s Overalls
Art, Community/Web
Sometimes I feel like I am living in a painting, a work of art.. Not that Art, but Art is in it, so there is that confusion. And sorry to Mike Green today, but I am going to talk about myself. But then again, he too has a legacy he is preserving,…

Getting Ready For The Reedville Show This Saturday – Full Throttle Ahead.
Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Destinations
Believe it or not, there are other shows happening around the country still. Buffalo this weekend, and the Reedville Show. Now, the Buffalo show is a great show, and the Reedville Show is a small intimate casual event for sure. The Reedville…

Woods & Water II Preview Part 6: The Show!
Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Destinations
Well, here we are. The end of the preview. Gotta say. WOW! Rabbit has knocked it out of the park and more importantly, the entire Land O Lakes Chapter has as well. Actually, it looks like the entire sate of Minnesota has. As John Allen once…

Woods & Water II Preview Part 5: The Seminars
Art, Community/Web, Destinations
And you thought I was the king of all milking a story! Well, there is even more, and more to come. It's going to be that sort of event. Oh this isnt just some dock shot show. There are seminars. Yup, you can actually learn you some stuff.…

Woods & Water II Preview Part 4: Even MORE Pre-Events
Boat Shows, Destinations
And just when you thought Rabbit would run out of steam. There is even more moreness. One could say the event is ENmorness. Sorry Rabbit, I know, I know, that one stunk up the fist couple paragraphs. I am so sorry...;NOT!
Woods &…

Woods & Water II Preview Part 3 (Sidebar): Supper Clubs of the Northern Lakes
Boat Shows, Destinations
Director of Tourism Rabbit has given us yet another part to the event of the decade/century, SUPPER CLUBS. Not to be confused with super clubs, which of course they are. And if you show up in your Woodyboat. Well it surly becomes a super…

Woods & Water II Preview Part 2: North to the Brainerd Lakes
Boat Shows, Classic Boats, DestinationsHere we go with part 2 from Rabbit of what will be the event of the decade, if not the Century... Years, not boats, although I am sure there will some Centurys there. Boats, not years. OH sorry Rabbit. I will just step back from the keyboard…

Woods & Water II Preview Part 1: Lake Minnetonka
DestinationsA huge Thanks to longtime fellow Woody Boater Rabbit for the following series of Previews of the upcoming Woods & Water event of the decade.
Woods & Water II Preview Part 1: Lake Minnetonka
Hard to believe that ACBS International…

A Break From The Bitch’n – Gull Lake Late Live-ish Report
Boat Shows, Classic Boats, Community/Web
As the Boatress will say when I am "discussing" things, are you done? So, here we go. Back to Gull Lake and the final story from Dane Anderson of the show. Not the upcoming show BTW, this is the one from last week. Pre ACBS meltdown, so…

Well, That Was Interesting.
Community/Web
Yesterday's story certainly sparked some conversation, and brought out some insights that might or might not be helpful. As one person said in an email. " And just like that WoodyBoater is back!" And then another said, "It would have been…

BREAKING NEWS – Don Leutz Resigns As President Of The ACBS
Community/Web
Okay, there is a bit to unpack here, and I want to make sure I navigate this news correctly. We do have standards here in Woodyboaterville. They are not that high, but standards none the less. Yesterday afternoon we got news of Don's resignation,…

Scrambling Some Spontaneous Summer Slow Sunset Ride Before Supper Ride
Classic Boats
Late yesterday the air was still, and in the low 70's and some sweet light. So a spontaneous summer sunset ride was in order. These are the best kinda rides BTW. Scramble to get out there in time and then the slow rumble rumble home for…

Gull Lake This Weekend, Not To Be Confused With Gull Lake The International.
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
A HUGE shoutout to Looooooooooongtime fellow Woody Boater Dane Anderson for sending in this report from Gull Lake. Not of course to be confused with the big ACBS International there in September. Although, let's be honest with our decomposing…

A Moment In Some Time
Art, Classic Boats, Community/Web
Yesterday after a very long and crazy day, I was able to put Stinky in the drink and just take a breath. I had missed lunch and the Railway was abuzz with visitors I wanted to see and talk with so needless to say nothing got completely done,…

Is This The Most Beautiful Cleat On The Planet?
Art
Spoiler Alert! YES! And for some of our reg readers, you know I have a thing for a beautiful cleat. And here is the best part of lusting over cleats. No one judges me. I AM A CLEAT LOVER! There! I said it, and I am proud of it. I would…

Headed Back Into The Abyss
Art, Destinations
Well, I suppose the 4th time is the charm. Here we go, Danny, Ham and Myself are headed back for more. A 2 hour drive there. 2-3 hrs of digging and 2 hrs back. What will we find? My brain is swirling.. You know, like a log in the bowl swirling,…

U22 On Ebay For Under $22, Good Deal Or?
Classic Boats
On ebay today is a very nice..ish 1946 U22 for sale. Now, one may at a glance say. Oh.. egh. But when you kinda dig into it a bit. The egh, becomes an oh!
Consider this. Its a early post war model, so the interior is cedar, blond!…

Getting HQ Ready For More Bad Google Reviews
Art, Community/Web
It's that time of year when I need to start cleaning up for the big show here on Sept 7th. This year I am less involved than most years, but never the less the railway will be hosting classic boats during the show. Also, we have three pickup…

It’s Confirmed, There Was A Show In Hessel. We Have Proof!
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
Well, here we are doing our journalistic due diligence. Three different sources have confirmed that in fact there was a Hessel Show. Ya, I know, we all know there was, and has been and will always be. But I have three reports so it is official…

What’s Boating Like In Northern Michigan In Early August? It’s like Christmas Week!
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
A huge thanks to longtime Woody Boater David Irvine for sending in this wonderful report from Northern Michigan.
The Water Wonderland Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society was in the water a LOT the past week! Bob Shapton…

Breakdown In Woodyboaterville, And We Got Our First Google Review! ZERO STARS! Woohooo.
Community/Web
Last night the phone rang during dinner. Jimmy was calling, and there is only one reason Jimmy would call. Breakdown. The good news is we had taken WECATCHEM to dinner and were about 2 minutes from where Jimmy had broken down. Or as I saw…

A $600 Bag? What? WAIT, WHAT?
Art, Classic Boats
Okay I know there is this inflation thing, BUT. who would pay $600 for one of these? How does this even happen? Do people actually collect L.L. Bean bags. Have they become L.L. Cool Bean bags and are some sort of hipster thing? I mean break…

The Lake Tahoe Roar Selfie Off 2024
Art, Boat Shows
Well, here we are again. The end of another amazing Lake Tahoe show, and nothing exemplifies that more than the Roar Off. Another huge thanks to Steve Natale for sharing some clicks of the moment. And of course I get to make up the captions.…

The Pick Of The Year In Woodyboaterville
Art, Classic Boats, Community/Web
Yesterday we interrupted the Tahoe and Hessel news for some breaking news. Yes, In Woodyboaterville, certain spontaneous things can happen and take over. Such is the case on Sunday and Monday. Perfect low humidity weather and a 3 Generation…

We Interupt The Normal Monday Weekend Update
Art, Classic Boats
Sorry, today I am headed back to the worlds most amazing pick! And had to leave early. STAY TUNED! INSANE

Thunderbird Start Up – OH HELL YA!
Boat Shows
A huge thanks to fellow Woody Boater Robert Lyman who had the chance to be this close to Thunderbird when she started up. WOW. Here is Roberts note.
Found myself at a great location to video record Thunderbird’s “Roar-off” around…

Live-ish From Lake Tahoe – Steve Natale Reports In.
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
Here we go. Lots of dock shots. But mamma mia, that is some sort of amazing dock stuff. WOW. WOW WOW. The light there is amazing, and the boats are CAAARAZY! GAAAAAAAARWoods and all. Thank you so much Steve for sharing. Now everyone else,…

It’s Chris Brogna Day Here In Woodyboaterville
Classic Boats, Community/Web, Woody Boaters
From the crew at Sierra Boat Company:
Chris Brogna is retiring today after more than three decades at Sierra Boat Company. Through the years, he has had a hand in the restoration of numerous antique and classic wooden boats, in the process…

More Clayton Clicks From Holly Webber
Art, Boat Shows
As promised we have some more clicks from Holly from Clayton and the big Boat show up there last weekend at the Antique Boat Museum in the Thousand Islands. Getting these images is a true effort and we deeply appreciate the talent and time…

Woohooo! I Got A Spontaneous Sunset Ride. FINALLY!
Art
It happened. Dinner was over, and I had already slipped into my Jammies. It was raining all day and all of a sudden it all just cleared. POOF. Sunset magic. No wind, and glorious orange light. We had about 20 minutes of sunset time left.…

Chapter 3 Of 3 On Tahoe: The People Make The Place
Boat Shows
Thanks AGAIN to Steve Lapkin and the good folks on Lake Tahoe for...for... well, being amazing people. THIS WEEKEND!!!!!
Tahoe. How large is this lake? The water in Lake Tahoe is enough to cover the entire size of California to a depth…

1958 Apache And Roy Rogers Go Boating
Art, Classic Boats
Thanks to Rabbit for sending me this fun commercial for the 1959 Chevrolet Apache Truck starring Roy Rogers himself. And of course he made some sort of deal to plug his Yellow Jacket boat brand.
And now the commer…

Live-ish From Clayton – Holly Webber Reports In
Boat Shows
Fellow Woody Boater Holly Webber reports in from the slow boat in the parade from Clayton. The good news for all of us, Holly has a great camera, and even better eye. Just one of them, no idea what the other eye see's. But the one eye is…

Text Message Smiles From Alex Watson
ArtOne of the OG WoodyBoaters Alex Watson from Hessel Michigan from time to time sends me a simple text message with always some sort of insane image that just warms my heart and reminds me of the true emotional joy that a simple boat ride can…

Clayton This Weekend? Photos To Get Your Motor Running!
Art
Today is the day, the best day at the Clayton Show. The storage barn is open, and the crowds are not all that kookoo. AND the flea market is always a great thing to parooz. If you are close enough to do it all as a day trip its a great event.…

Chapter 2 On The Wooden Boat Legacy Of Lake Tahoe
Boat Shows, Classic Boats
One of these days, let’s presume, we may just run out of adjectives as opposed to good friends or our dear antique and classic wooden boats. Lord help us in holding on to colleagues, family, and boats! Veteran boats. These possessions…

Lake Hopatcong 1930 Was A Very Happening Place
Art, Classic Boats
We have a follow up report from Mr Bob "Have I Got A Calendar For you "Kays from Lake Hopatcong on the Dart story we did a little bit ago. Okay it was like 3 years ago. Yikes.. Seemed like yesterday. Then again in the grand scheme of things…

1959 Century Coronado Hardtop Top On Ebay
Classic Boats, Restorations
Are you the one person on the planet earth that has a Century Coronado that used to have a hard top but someone chucked it and now you are thinking. Where in the hell am I gonna find another top to put on my boat that used to have a top?
Well,…

Woody Boater Spare 2005 Sea Pro Ready For A New Home
Classic Boats
Since we now have a new official spare boat or tow/rescue boat, WEFETCHEM, the Boatress has given the official knod to sell the 17 ft Sea Pro. Lovingly known as Water Puss. She is used about three times a year. And just stays around ready…

Late Live-ish Butchered 1st Annual Larson Boat Show Report.
Boat Shows
A huge thanks and apology to fellow Woody Boater Tom McGowan for sending in a report from the Larson Boat Show In Nisswa Minnesota with the help of Susan Young, Roger Moberg and Lee Wangstad. BE WARNED. This report came in, in several…

Win A Boat, Station Wagon, Or A Free Subscription? Contest Ends September…… 1963
ArtYa, it's Saturday, and this is what you get for not already being out on your boat on a beautiful July morning. Never mind that I have had 2, yes 2 short boat rides this year. What the hell? Anyway, I found this fun contest by TRUE Magazine,…