Students will spend two evenings taking the lines off of the “Grant Skiff” from the collection. The 2023 method of lines taking will be different from last year to offer variety. The Grant Skiff is a 13’ smooth skin rowing craft with a wineglass transom. We will also discuss the various things to look for […]

Boating Education Requirements – NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation When will I need a boating safety certificate in New York State? Under a law known as Brianna’s Law, all motor boat operators: Born on or after Jan. 1, 1988 will need a boating safety certificate beginning in 2022. Born on or after Jan. 1, 1983 will need a boating […]

Students will spend two evenings learning how to draw out a boat full size. This is the first and most important step to building your own boat. June 20 & 22, 2023 | 4:30-7:00pm Class size: 8 students Cost: $50 Register today by clicking here!

Students will learn to convert 2D drawings and lofting into molds ready to be set up on a building jig. Different methods of transfer will be discussed and tried. Setup on the building jig, in addition to what information needs to be on the mold for construction of the boat will be covered as well. […]

Come and spend the day at the ABM to learn all about fishing! With the help of Save the River and the Clayton Island Fishing Guides, you will learn all the fish species that reside in the river, have the chance to paint with fish, learn to rig a fishing pole, and even go fishing […]