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

Take to the water with a motor. Our outboard skiffs are perfect for exploring lakes, rivers, and bays. Want the beauty of the water without the effort of sailing or rowing?

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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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A Florida vacation ends. Mostly beaching it, doing Disney, and getting into the vacation groove. Back to work kinda… https://t.co/rd8Mmx0uoL
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A Florida vacation ends. Mostly beaching it, doing Disney, and getting into the vacation groove. Back to work kinda tomorrow, but time Wednesday. Disney was really impressive but the crowding and lines were a damper. Spending time with family was awesome.

Vacation time, sunset time.

Remembering years ago sharing my favorite kids book with my son's class, Dory Story. It's a sweet one about a boy rowing out in his dory, following the food chain, while daydreaming in the bathtub. Here the kids are sitting in a 21' Alpha Beachcomber Dory that we built at @compassprojectbiddeford years ago in Portland #dorystory What's your dory story?

Design Projects in the works