Campers get the unique experience of designing, building, and launching their own wooden boats, culminating in a race on Lake Union.
The Center for Wooden Boats Design & Build Camp offers middle school campers a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on boat design, construction, and launching. Participants will learn fundamental engineering principles through practical application, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills. The camp emphasizes the joy of working with wood and building maritime skills, culminating in the exciting launch and race of their self-built boats on Lake Union. Campers will gain experience with woodworking tools, understand basic boat design concepts, and develop confidence on the water. The program aims to instill leadership, observation, and decision-making abilities within a supportive and safe maritime environment.
A typical day involves a combination of dockside and workshop activities, including learning about tools and safety, designing and constructing boats, and preparing for the final launch and race.
This camp is ideal for middle school students who enjoy hands-on projects, have an interest in engineering and design, and want to experience the satisfaction of building and launching their own creation while developing teamwork and maritime skills.
1010 Valley St, Seattle, WA 98109
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