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Graduates Launch Atkin

Graduates Launch Atkin

Graduates of the 2009-2010 class proudly stand by the Atkin Launch after graduation. more>

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CM20

CM20

With its sole in place the CM20 heads down to Charlevoix for her final painting and rigging. more>

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Atkin Launch

Atkin Launch

The Atkin Launch is finished the week before graduation. more>

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Van Dam Boat

Van Dam Boat

Still under construction the interior components for the Van Dam boat are positioned in the boat in preparation for installation. more>

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Atkin Launch

Atkin Launch

This diesel powered 19’ Atkin Launch was finished by the students and launched on graduation day. more>

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Graduation Ceremonies

Graduation Ceremonies

Graduate Chris Eastman gives a presentation during graduation ceremonies in June. more>

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Under Construction

Under Construction

The second-year program boat under construction. The windshield frame, forward hatch, seats, engine box and other interior components are being finished in other areas of the… more>

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Heading Out

Heading Out

Heading out for a day on the water. more>

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Zimmer

Zimmer

The electrically powered Zimmer Launch on Cedarville Bay. more>

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Zimmer Launch

Zimmer Launch

The back deck on the Zimmer Launch during a photo shoot for WoodenBoat magazine. more>

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Lapstrake

Lapstrake

One of the lapstrake skiffs being sailed on Little Traverse Bay. more>

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Josh Walker

Josh Walker

Second year student Josh Walker installs the stringers on the 27’ project boat. more>

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27 Footer On Side

27 Footer On Side

With the planks and bottom installed the 27 footer is turned right side up so construction can begin on her interior. more>

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Challenge Mountain

Challenge Mountain

The Challenge Mountain CM20 in the boat shop for the installation of its sole. more>

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Lapstrake

Lapstrake

The first boat building project of the program is the construction of two 12’ lapstrake rowing skiffs. more>

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Van Dam

Van Dam

Bow of the 27’ Van Dam designed powerboat under construction during the Career Boat Building program. more>

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Students install ribands.

Students install ribands.

Students install the ribbands on the 19’ Cutter during the Traditional Boat Building section of the program. more>

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The Great Lakes Boat Building School, located in the beautiful Les Cheneaux Islands of northern Michigan, offers a quality educational program designed to "teach quality wooden boat building skills and preserve craftsmanship." The only licensed proprietary school of its kind in the state, the GLBBS is housed in a 12,000 square foot facility designed and built specifically for the teaching of woodworking, basic design, traditional and modern boat building, and yacht joinery. Combine this state of the art facility with our seasoned instructors and professional curriculum and you have the perfect place to learn the art and craft of boat building.

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Challenge Mountain CM20

Irish CM20 Boat Display

Thanks to Irish Boat Shop the Challenge Mountain CM20 adaptive sailboat built by our students was prominently displayed in Harbor Springs last night at the "Ugotta Regatta" event for the Chicago to...


Boat School News

Beer Fest Fundraiser

Aug 26, 2010

Enjoy the taste of craft Michigan brews at the Beer Fest Fundraiser, Friday, September 3rd, 5 - 8pm, to benefit the Great Lakes Boat Building School on beautiful Cedarville Bay. Bring a buddy, have a brat and kick off Labor Day weekend. ...more›

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