Helping people build & launch the most beautiful small boats in the world

SAILING

Gorgeous boats ranging from 12-20 feet. Some are sail-&-oar boats and others are most suitable for day sailing.

rowing

Swift and seaworthy boats for the discriminating rower from the Drakes to the St. Lawrence River Skiffs for fixed- or sliding-seat rowing.

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THE OUTBOARD SKIFFS

We are interested to hear from those that may be interested in a 12' version of the Compass Skiff. Email us if you are interested or fill out the form on the Store page for a quote.

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Easy-to-Build skiffs

Capable 10-16' skiffs for sail, oar, or motor that are designed for beginners, family boatbuilding, or seasoned builders wanting a quick build of a beautiful boat.

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Delivering complete kits, detailed instructions and unmatched personal attention.

EXPLORE

Featured Workshops & Classes

Sep 30, 2018

Intro to Boatbuilding with the Calendar Islands Yaw;

Sep 30, 2018

November 12-17th at the Chase Small Craft workshop in Saco, Maine

Spend a week with me and learn how to build a boat like a professional. We will set up the strongback, build the jig with molds, stem, transom, and bulkheads, and plank the hull of the CIY. You will learn two planking methods in one hull and all sorts of skills from hand tool use to boatbuilding skills.

Sep 30, 2018

Feb 18, 2016

Build-your-Own Echo Bay Dory Skiff

Feb 18, 2016

Build your own Echo Bay Dory Skiff in one week! We start with a pile of wood, a full week , and expert instruction. You will learn new skills, work together as a team, and leave feeling fulfilled and excited about a new boat and new adventures. You will leave with a gorgeous boat and instructions on how to paint your skiff.

Feb 18, 2016

From the Blog

Jun 7, 2018

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Launchings of Chase Small Craft

Jun 7, 2018

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Jun 7, 2018

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Brian is one of the sponsors of the #calendarislandsyawl 18-foot design project. This morning he picked up the part… https://t.co/WtSgdpVH96
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Turnover for a local #Ilur builder in Falmouth, Maine. He's doing a beautiful job. He started from a complete kit, the first Ilur complete kit sold. We are just beginning to cut the solid wood for another Ilur which will head to NY state.

Brian is one of the sponsors of the #calendarislandsyawl 18-foot design project. This morning he picked up the parts for a 1/6th scale model while I finish the full size kits. Brian will use his #CalendarIslands18 for sailing with his family and camp cruising the coast of Maine. Thanks for taking the trip up, Brian.

Also fun walking the Saco-Biddeford Riverwalk by the mighty Saco. The Mill campuses on each side of the River are just awesome #SacoBiddefordRiverwalk

Design Projects in the works