tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42338946077927194612024-03-12T20:19:35.156-07:00Boat Building by the BaySeason Two: 30 youth take on construction of Chesapeake Light Craft's Northeaster Dory!Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-335390260988725302010-01-16T18:34:00.001-08:002010-01-16T19:15:58.409-08:00Construction of the Northeaster Dory Begins<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkCaPh55FoOkH0hyphenhyphenM6F-ICmqAvcRVHgdh7eZXrWdYx0ZxJocnmsaQ0ezUY54x2EGrBWdgEU7gI_MjIXQV-3gSexawvmnqaJubyHNRDOItKt5dlyfS9HuBt-mClPMFBlWarts5-BCQSrDY/s1600-h/IMG_8256.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkCaPh55FoOkH0hyphenhyphenM6F-ICmqAvcRVHgdh7eZXrWdYx0ZxJocnmsaQ0ezUY54x2EGrBWdgEU7gI_MjIXQV-3gSexawvmnqaJubyHNRDOItKt5dlyfS9HuBt-mClPMFBlWarts5-BCQSrDY/s200/IMG_8256.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427531963593970242" /></a>January 9th and 16th, marked the start of construction for this year's boat: Chesapeake Light Craft's <i>Northeaster Dory. </i>The complexity of this boat is much greater than last year's 2 Peace Canoes, but under the direction of George Smith and armed <img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjau0OqtWZBZ00Q6H5nxOWoO8ZjlyMMHbnNapIoDR9hEzc4JhxbeaSkgo3X2dUetTOyn5tTI3463F9jOwtUd_-U6X9NUeRGnHpAB9QzatPrk0ZBzS2x79iYwC7RZX1kfL-hI1k61dAVvDM/s200/IMG_8275.JPG" style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427539680606184866" />with great participants and volunteers, all are ready to meet the challenge of this boat. First, we must give thanks to John Harris over at Chesapeake Light Craft for donating the kit, as he truly believes in this project. We have about 1/3 of builders returning from last year as well as a majority of returning volunteers. Joining our volunteers are a number of new, energetic individuals ready to offer assistance and mentoring to our participants.<div><div> </div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB0medeL15iaSnSSQrh1rqbH49KjnZ7KP7eFLTKWjOW-qL1EktCpBOqMOqQjlnxtWeCG9IJHTbpjOAcuAyZ8oFPHje5lw_3pG49ocohGdg22z8PgJI7UnC3NrmXdUhOSH2XtxZVPsUKqk/s200/IMG_8264.JPG" style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427533773797023218" /><div>Both the 1st timers and veteran boat builders, as well as, the volunteers had many interesting things to say as they set foot into the Barge House for the first time this January.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Mr. Joe and Samantha work on tightening</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">the copper wires</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Nayya: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I am interested in building a boat, because I have never done it before. I am looking forward to the new experience. I want to keep using the saw, because it is fun.</span></div><div><br /></div></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Tasia: </b>This is much harder than I expected. It is difficult to thread the wires through the holes for stitching.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Maurice: </b>This year is definitely going to be different, because we did not have to do any stitching last year. Judging by the picture of the boat the dory is going to look "TIGHT!" It is going to be another fun year, the stitching hurts your fingers, but "no pain, no gain."</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Peco: </b>Being involved again this year, with a fun project, is much better than sitting at home.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>MJ: </b>I had fun the first time, I liked painting the best, so I look forward to when we get to paint again. (Brother) <b>Perry </b>agreed it was a fun project, I just think it is fun to build a boat and I look forward to getting to row this one.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Crystal: </b>I think building boats is interesting. I had fun building the Peace Canoe and I was so glad that it did not sink.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Enner: </b>Call me the "Re-Enforcer" I like making sure everything is done right.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Samantha: </b>I like working together and think everyone involved is nice, that is why I came to experience what it is like to build a boat.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFGAx00WY5ZZeQedb1-AAn1m1II8PpFd0x4X1HqPqmTjKEOonwcPiAvuaZnOPqPXg0_MnyJ5h6BL32TwVqvopD1N27W8x7ZEjI-eeuE9Hlj4qwg631tm6hjetawlEsUTr_PoF5DKSdiiE/s200/IMG_8269.JPG" /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Tavon works with the Japanese saw.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">When speaking with the volunteers the joy of working with the kids was the number one reason they came back or got involved with the project for the firs time this year. They were also excited to learn along side the kids a new skill. Being in the Barge House, a closer setting, makes for it easier to focus and get to know the participants better. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div><br /></div>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-47402337272997150132009-10-21T19:32:00.000-07:002009-10-22T19:40:19.779-07:00The Group sets Sail on the Stanley Norman<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjckB0MMtbkO4AkLIkarPnDWAmiOy0XAtNZgC5l4Fw8tj6AF2hu_YDXLl-WlMTIuzzgbv9CiW8Whqq8e5B7ccgCrKcdOH1IXUEnGmo0oG9lzpI0MILUsaXwaHKOtbZvIWadNA8NIM2NKR4/s1600-h/stanley+norman.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjckB0MMtbkO4AkLIkarPnDWAmiOy0XAtNZgC5l4Fw8tj6AF2hu_YDXLl-WlMTIuzzgbv9CiW8Whqq8e5B7ccgCrKcdOH1IXUEnGmo0oG9lzpI0MILUsaXwaHKOtbZvIWadNA8NIM2NKR4/s320/stanley+norman.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395619157700744658" border="0" /></a>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-78453157671361985442009-05-17T11:51:00.000-07:002009-05-24T12:08:35.910-07:00The Peace Canoes Make Their Maiden Voyage<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg75l2gWd8ccORD-VSvweVgrHlmOOZNjy_D7xhTtiH4UpwSan8vMg3LhA6NHeEK_yptZZ_Kv-qAmXfex3IkizUZ_c2jtfHb6OT9J1nlY-wK6c_gMdxArT5lg12mV54vTg3LMqrRm9WXmI0/s1600-h/IMG_4293.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg75l2gWd8ccORD-VSvweVgrHlmOOZNjy_D7xhTtiH4UpwSan8vMg3LhA6NHeEK_yptZZ_Kv-qAmXfex3IkizUZ_c2jtfHb6OT9J1nlY-wK6c_gMdxArT5lg12mV54vTg3LMqrRm9WXmI0/s320/IMG_4293.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339466293162177074" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy0yKifZODUVgJUzNgJOeoCNcahnysQ1jUlqgI5tTK7guYqjpNpczeRnINXDZagtlNxuaGZa9cw5i8RWYmqzjZYyP-PxKCRU_mTECUsHgcKazExCsOVN8c-4zd3oDqKD3Qk5-L0fA9140/s1600-h/IMG_4213.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy0yKifZODUVgJUzNgJOeoCNcahnysQ1jUlqgI5tTK7guYqjpNpczeRnINXDZagtlNxuaGZa9cw5i8RWYmqzjZYyP-PxKCRU_mTECUsHgcKazExCsOVN8c-4zd3oDqKD3Qk5-L0fA9140/s320/IMG_4213.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339465795669861890" border="0" /></a><br /> Peace canoes go out for the first paddle! Preparing for the blessing of the fleet!<br /><br />Members of the first Boat Building by the Bay Program gathered along with project sponsors, volunteers, family, and community members to celebrate the completion of an amazing project.<br />The ceremony began inside the Bay Room at the recently renovated <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">McNasby</span> Building. Members from the Box of Rain, Annapolis Maritime Museum, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Eastport</span> Yacht Club Foundation, Annapolis Yacht Club Foundation, Junior League of Annapolis, Chesapeake Light Craft, as well as the boat building Leader, George Smith all spoke to the merits of the program just completing its first year. Awards were given to all participants before joining around the canoes and placing their signature inside the boat for posterity. Following the signing each participant grabbed hold of their canoe and marched it proudly out to the maritime beach.<br /><br />As the boats laid at the tip of the water George gave a blessing and asked Maurice and Alicia (each responsible for one of the canoes designs) to toss a gold coin in the water so that as long as they sail they have good fortune. Then the first three participants took to their canoe and made a beautiful paddle around, gliding across the water for all to see. Each subsequent voyage was just as successful as all who participated in the program were able to take the canoe they built with their own hands for a beautiful ride along the water. Volunteers and community members then followed as all who were <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">interested</span> took they sturdy boats out for a small voyage.<br /><br />The event ended with a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">bbq</span> and cake, it was a celebration worthy of all the hard work that went into this project. The first year could not have been successful without the help from sponsors, volunteers, support from the community, and the dedication by the participants. We are excited for this project to continue on, stay tuned to see what shape the boat will take next year and how you can become involved. The boats will be making a stop at the National Hall of Fame, where they will be on display for about 2 weeks and then finding their final home at <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Sarles</span> Marina in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Eastport</span>, so that the participants and community may have access to these wonderful boats.Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-24703925052328437472009-05-03T11:36:00.000-07:002009-05-24T11:48:45.212-07:00A Weekend of Painting Peace Canoes<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz1a0z0Y1KWOaLwiKjvPCWllzYhTb0qTCfJbWV4v549xL0Tf7lOwJkKt24oHKDpJA0lILUR9e7rJw-CQ1-GVmZNUn6sKTKk5Um8iIQdzffrBDHsGMakAK0x0mnf9KQD84U70XhUvB7Xzo/s1600-h/IMG_3924.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz1a0z0Y1KWOaLwiKjvPCWllzYhTb0qTCfJbWV4v549xL0Tf7lOwJkKt24oHKDpJA0lILUR9e7rJw-CQ1-GVmZNUn6sKTKk5Um8iIQdzffrBDHsGMakAK0x0mnf9KQD84U70XhUvB7Xzo/s320/IMG_3924.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339462364015686898" border="0" /></a><br />Group two works meticulously on Maurice's design<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUnJIVY0ZRDunAnELTeVgwrJ0TSqtHUm7yjcIxmoHxtsijTVWZ8Xk6kyZIpaV1Ehn9pQDw6sQsR3uDou8fp95oZSG4xVYCjH8vqZ2ChSQuCrZPi9VrPP6kUKXWKHJjYDdNyq0pjJRP3Jc/s1600-h/IMG_3909.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUnJIVY0ZRDunAnELTeVgwrJ0TSqtHUm7yjcIxmoHxtsijTVWZ8Xk6kyZIpaV1Ehn9pQDw6sQsR3uDou8fp95oZSG4xVYCjH8vqZ2ChSQuCrZPi9VrPP6kUKXWKHJjYDdNyq0pjJRP3Jc/s320/IMG_3909.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339461618751843202" border="0" /></a><br />Group one paints the canoe as designed by Alicia<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">It's always good to have a back up plan! Painting of the two completed Peace Canoes were set to take place during the Maryland Maritime Heritage Festival on May 2<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">nd</span> and 3rd. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate for what was needed to paint outdoors. So the kids and volunteers, went back to the original place of construction the Annapolis Maritime Museum. Group one completed their painting on Saturday afternoon. A vibrant, rainbow like pattern was chosen and the kids did a great job working together to put the final touches on their Canoe.<br /><br />Sunday afternoon, the second group of canoe builders came in and they had a more intricate design to carry out. Designer, Maurice, sketched out the Maryland flag, a Grateful Dead Dancing Bear, and Box of Rain logo, as group members filled in the paint. The kids had a great time and really paid attention to detail to produce a professional looking final project.<br /><br />Both canoes are now ready for the launch celebration to take place at 1pm on Sunday, May 17<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">th</span>. The event which will be held at the Annapolis Maritime Museum, welcomes all members of the community.<br /></div><br /><br /></div>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-59050333248459313382009-04-18T06:30:00.000-07:002009-04-22T06:49:23.510-07:00<div style="text-align: right;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ36H1E1NGyRGPLI98lauyPyexv_aLox7Ep5opSGlrAgpxGmkmgIejfk6ZaPQTnYuaNDa72Evn5DhF_0jKz0R-e_n3Ni766ialAesRTkeJkMWxd-JmHwj5O7VHthjTp7Mh0RT1XyO8kd4/s1600-h/IMG_3802.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ36H1E1NGyRGPLI98lauyPyexv_aLox7Ep5opSGlrAgpxGmkmgIejfk6ZaPQTnYuaNDa72Evn5DhF_0jKz0R-e_n3Ni766ialAesRTkeJkMWxd-JmHwj5O7VHthjTp7Mh0RT1XyO8kd4/s320/IMG_3802.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327508064007056498" border="0" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;">George sands alongside Akeem(left) and MJ (right)</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMz62gCIspql_Xs-OvhWhvmMdvQIBQpTk_yY6JxXSZP-A1VnMuNLkS1YgTLzppiVQH1s-jgksRhLn5xDcn3I7dhSkw9pL9nu-CmnlJl7XzGd-6md-a4I7kxDeTfWY0FWG5tAyrRR32x5s/s1600-h/IMG_3825.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMz62gCIspql_Xs-OvhWhvmMdvQIBQpTk_yY6JxXSZP-A1VnMuNLkS1YgTLzppiVQH1s-jgksRhLn5xDcn3I7dhSkw9pL9nu-CmnlJl7XzGd-6md-a4I7kxDeTfWY0FWG5tAyrRR32x5s/s320/IMG_3825.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327508657948560242" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:85%;">Many hands make for smooth painting.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:100%;">On Saturday, April 18th, Group #2 took their canoe outside to do the final sanding in preparation for priming the boat. It was a beautiful day and by the end of the session the canoe was glistening as well. As the kids arrived you could see the pride they had in the work they had done thus far. Following the work segments the following participants had these things to say:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Perry: </span>Today was fun, because we got to sand the boat and we are getting ready to paint the boat. It's hard to believe we are so close to finishing our canoe for launch day.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tammy: </span>We worked outside and it is hot. We are almost finished with the canoe, which is great. Now people can say, "Wow! What a great job they did on the boat," and that will make us feel special.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tryna: </span>We got the boat sanded and then we primed the boat. I liked painting better, because it was easier.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Keyshawn: </span>It was a good day, because we got to paint, sand, and do it all outside. We finally put our paint on the canoe, so it is almost finished.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mauricus: </span>I helped srape the boat to make it smooth. The sanding part was hard and then the painting part was easy.<br /><br />Next, stop for the canoes....<br />One of the canoes will be on display at the KidWalk 5K to benefit Box of Rain and 5 other Annapolis Charities on May 2nd from 7:30am-11am at the Naval Academy Stadium. To register for the walk visit: www.FriendsLHS.org<br />Following the walk both canoes will be down at City Dock for the Maryland Maritime Heritage Festival the afternoons of May 2nd and 3rd. While at City Dock they will get their design coat of paint in anticipation for launch day on May 17th at 1pm from th</span><span style="font-size:100%;">e Annapolis Maritime Museum.<br />The Annapolis Maritime Museum, Box of Rain, and Eastport Yacht Club Foundation will host a special celebration for the participants, sponsors, and community.<br /></span></div><br /><br /></div>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-84121886253480865432009-04-04T18:43:00.000-07:002009-04-08T19:00:20.921-07:00Group #1 Completes Finishing Touches Before Paint Design BeginsToday Group #1 met to complete the sanding process before putting on the 3 coats of primer, so that painting can take place when they meet back up the first weekend of May.<br />The group started by creating sanding blocks that would help to smooth the canoe. The participants used a rasp to sculpt the stem point, they were planing the edges, and then sanded down the canoe to have a smooth finish.<br />The participants had a few brief comments about what happened:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Michael</span> - I was shaving the canoe with a spoke sander.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tykiara </span>- I planed the center pieces on the bottom of the boat.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Jaquan</span> - I had fun sanding!<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tariq </span>- I learned how to shave wood, used a planer, and did some sanding. I am very excited about getting to paint our canoe next time.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lamont</span> - I did lots of sanding with the sandpaper.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Crystal</span> - I was able to help by brushing down the wood with the sandpaper.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">David</span> - My job was to saw some stuff and then sand parts of the canoe with the sanding blocks we made.Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-62719807750350173342009-03-14T17:49:00.000-07:002009-03-18T18:14:52.412-07:00Group #2 Fits Together Their Peace Canoe<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdf71zTSkDoMcWrAHKTBDnTB8wJCW3j2moVr0MwB5wlxuFnoagFzEV4BYmI86aPjuexhQ8WxQhh3Q3wwRCEJecwqjwCwXrVyNw87MI5Wk3m42W9HxlrFcNta-W2Q1aSyA-JnuN0aDmg8Y/s1600-h/IMG_3152.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdf71zTSkDoMcWrAHKTBDnTB8wJCW3j2moVr0MwB5wlxuFnoagFzEV4BYmI86aPjuexhQ8WxQhh3Q3wwRCEJecwqjwCwXrVyNw87MI5Wk3m42W9HxlrFcNta-W2Q1aSyA-JnuN0aDmg8Y/s320/IMG_3152.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5314695124253317426" border="0" /></a>Akeem looks on as George leads the group in attaching the sides of the canoe.<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Nine members of Group 2 were on hand Saturday, March 14th to construct their canoe into looking like a boat. The group followed the same steps as Group #1 the week before and here is what they had to say:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Keshawn</span>- Today we put together the boat using 5200 glue and drilled together the pieces.We also sanded the support boards for the seats.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">MJ- </span>Sanding was fun, we made a mess, while we were smoothing the pieces.<br />on the other hand<span style="font-weight: bold;"> Akeem</span> agreed that sanding was messy, but found it to be hard work.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Anthony</span>- It was exciting putting the boats together and sanding the boards. I like drilling the screws into the boat.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Perry</span>- I liked putting the boat together with the screws and glue. There wasn't anything about the day that I didn't like.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mauricus</span>- We connected the boats and saw how they bend together.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">T. Graham</span>- We got to do more than we usually do. I liked it when the boat crackled.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Maurice</span>- I learned something new today. The plane is used like a chisel, it shaved off pieces of wood and made the boat smooth.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tammy</span>- I had a fun time and am optimistic about the completion of the project.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-52519761584367303152009-03-07T12:41:00.000-08:002009-03-18T18:15:23.730-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3vGbBbdnx-8MsaouyhIdQClJflD_UMtXT1YbALeEfyqcYsYo43MZPLWbnjeSGPWSQ2Iv836LOtEhERLzHuRmsBG04pepYwq-4kj__kBxpGd-gTzlxClXMzLjgCAN5oheBocAL7DUAfHo/s1600-h/New+Image.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3vGbBbdnx-8MsaouyhIdQClJflD_UMtXT1YbALeEfyqcYsYo43MZPLWbnjeSGPWSQ2Iv836LOtEhERLzHuRmsBG04pepYwq-4kj__kBxpGd-gTzlxClXMzLjgCAN5oheBocAL7DUAfHo/s320/New+Image.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5312017791506258130" border="0" />Group #1 works on piecing together <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">their</span> Peace Canoe</a><br />Today the group of 12 participants worked on attaching the sides of the canoe to the bottom piece, so it would take shape. First, task was to put the seats onto the sides of the canoe. This is where our group met with their first challenge: the side of the canoe do not pleasantly fit into each other due to the bending of the wood. Thus, the kids had to work as problem solvers. They learned through trial and error, that they needed to find a way to angle the screws to fit the sides.<br /><br />The next task the group faced was shortening the legs of the saw horses so that they would be able to work on the boat and be able to look inside it, while atop the saw horse. After our volunteer Greg measured the bottom of the saw horses the kids used the Japanese saw to cut off the necessary length of the legs.<br /><br />Comments from the day:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Jalyn</span> and Alicia</span> - We put the seats on, screwed them in, and put on the glue, so they would stay.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Jaquan</span> </span>- I also helped put the seats on, glued, and nailed them in.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">David</span>- I sawed the legs off the horse so we could see into the boat.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Mekhi</span> and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Tariq</span></span>- We learned how to saw and then helped saw off the legs so that the horses where short and short people can see inside the boats.<br /><br />The group ended the day by creating designs that <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">wil</span>l be voted on the next time. The winning design will be painted on the canoe, May 2<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">nd</span> during the Maryland Maritime Heritage Festival.Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-62789691935831874932009-02-14T13:40:00.000-08:002009-02-16T16:42:06.536-08:00February 7th and 14th Boat Building Sessions<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqiqy5vO63RXIbuu1d4-AhrhhCZRtZ8PXlMcneYXtXWSz19uISpgDcHmqel_qrWOx1gAwpJJIzk_vP3vLBQWi4OWw6_f4ce4Jb5xpgHSNoAoAtR4v38cBr1_X3Ru7FLZp0G-4MILv5KJc/s1600-h/IMG_2632.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqiqy5vO63RXIbuu1d4-AhrhhCZRtZ8PXlMcneYXtXWSz19uISpgDcHmqel_qrWOx1gAwpJJIzk_vP3vLBQWi4OWw6_f4ce4Jb5xpgHSNoAoAtR4v38cBr1_X3Ru7FLZp0G-4MILv5KJc/s320/IMG_2632.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5303514817094049874" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdgQoa3-J6bmEofJxjBNX9Vhy3GlDeL12bvEiIEaKo57iabH804dTpAHXgT_dMeIZWHPNfbSizTGdjrBE3ZZR8z2yrIBqs1IXOHZizuvi1BfE5zUmP0BsnqrqP0Kzk1TJGToSNcJ_Aic0/s1600-h/IMG_2631.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdgQoa3-J6bmEofJxjBNX9Vhy3GlDeL12bvEiIEaKo57iabH804dTpAHXgT_dMeIZWHPNfbSizTGdjrBE3ZZR8z2yrIBqs1IXOHZizuvi1BfE5zUmP0BsnqrqP0Kzk1TJGToSNcJ_Aic0/s320/IMG_2631.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5303513944544972322" border="0" /></a>Tammy is able to hammer nails into place (top) after Maurice has drilled preparation holes (bottom).<br /><br />During the February sessions each group worked on getting the chine logs adhered to their canoes. From their original groups they were broken down into 3 task groups. One group had the task of getting the seats ready, while the other two groups each took one side of the canoe to work on. They had to begin by measuring off equidistant spots as to where the holes would be placed in preparation for the hammering of many nails. During this activity many participants were able to use a power drill for the first time. The kids really felt empowered given the use of this tool. The progress they are making will allow for their canoes to take an actual shape during the March sessions.<br />Looking forward, the public is always invited to our session at the McNasby Building. Our next building dates are Saturdays March 7th and 14th. Also, if you are downtown the first weekend of May for the Annapolis Maritime Heritage Festival, keep an eye out for the participants painting their canoes as part of the Annapolis Maritime Museum booth.Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-40118757984245067622009-01-17T13:20:00.000-08:002009-01-18T13:41:19.669-08:00Group #2 Meets to Begin Boat Building<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCgwr-OUMhN3m9InnBye2l8BTe7A8ziIRFeIbuX24K7WaDpPA1tYTLMiaMpNLh2_w8b7-l-RZqNqbOjrArpOehppvCUGp8EdWBkafS58z7qFsBxF_YSdZVO3bm6SzLL_0qfKD0HyvoGPc/s1600-h/IMG_2228.JPG"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCgwr-OUMhN3m9InnBye2l8BTe7A8ziIRFeIbuX24K7WaDpPA1tYTLMiaMpNLh2_w8b7-l-RZqNqbOjrArpOehppvCUGp8EdWBkafS58z7qFsBxF_YSdZVO3bm6SzLL_0qfKD0HyvoGPc/s320/IMG_2228.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5292747602722364674" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Akeem does some finishing work (top). One group works together to mix the apoxy in order to glue the scarf joints (bottom).</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrIv2qwi88ObtdPgV-aUV8c8nHzk8zxHDVr7DvuaVeK6RJONZQ-Nfvby4DF6gFPspCm385K387liI1TMGjboreBvYB1UvqzIPDP9iA56LoYz9-zCxY5hj6423oWMa3J0Vtz4RBmw_QHrM/s1600-h/IMG_2211.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrIv2qwi88ObtdPgV-aUV8c8nHzk8zxHDVr7DvuaVeK6RJONZQ-Nfvby4DF6gFPspCm385K387liI1TMGjboreBvYB1UvqzIPDP9iA56LoYz9-zCxY5hj6423oWMa3J0Vtz4RBmw_QHrM/s320/IMG_2211.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5292747286217022754" border="0" /></a><br />The very cold air did not deter our 12 participants and 10 volunteers from arriving ready for work. Today group 2 was to replicate what the first group started on their canoe last weekend.<br />The following comments were made by participants in the second group after their first day at work on Peace Canoe #2:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">MJ (age 11) </span><span>It's fun! I get to help make a boat. My part today was working on the hull and one side of the boat, it is a fun project.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">T. Graham (age 14) </span>I like to build with legos, so getting to build something like a canoe is very interesting.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Maurice (age 15) </span>It was exhilarating! We had to lift cinder blocks to brace the scarf joints.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tammy (age 10) </span>It was fun, because we are treated like an adult. We got to use many tools and supplies that we could not use at home. It was exquisite!<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Deion (age 13) </span>It was fun! I got to experience something I never did and never thought I'd do. I feel proud to be a part of Boat Building by the Bay.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Keyshawn (age 11) </span>I helped put together the sides of the canoe by nailing. I liked working with the other kids, because we made a good team.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dalontay (age 9) </span>My group marked the lines for cutting and then we used the glue gun to glue the sides.<br />Today was another successful day at the McNasby "Boat Shop," we meet again on February 7th and 14th if you are around Eastport, we welcome you to stop in and see our progress between 9am and 1pm.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-90236764224396570492009-01-10T13:10:00.000-08:002009-01-18T13:42:48.537-08:00Group #1 Meets to begin Boat Building<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLvfN7NblNCt1-q4f3WPrbapD2HOC6VeZtX3e7CC0Iq6kRLPOlBOqRJtwzQWKluPppFM0-0SjOJYzU6vur6IL0LcU3myCVRtNWkc0XRksJ2FUixy4L9xW3P1CEw6oGQYjDCmpATSeCjzE/s1600-h/IMG_1675.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLvfN7NblNCt1-q4f3WPrbapD2HOC6VeZtX3e7CC0Iq6kRLPOlBOqRJtwzQWKluPppFM0-0SjOJYzU6vur6IL0LcU3myCVRtNWkc0XRksJ2FUixy4L9xW3P1CEw6oGQYjDCmpATSeCjzE/s320/IMG_1675.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5292746174280749714" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">One of the groups learns how to use the glue gun from volunteer Jake (Photo taken by Chris Holmes)</span><br />10 volunteers and 12 participants were on hand this morning to begin construction of the first Peace Canoe. Three groups each worked on an important task during this first day of construction.<br />One group was responsible for gluing the scarf joints, the second group had to nail the hull, and the third group worked on one of the sides. The participants were excited as this was the first project of the kind that these kids have all been involved with. The kids enjoyment and momentum of the volunteers kept the project going and all was completed by noon when the pizza arrived.<br />All the kids agreed that this was a fun experience and they are excited to come back on February 7th to continue construction.Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-23909803680355024182009-01-03T16:35:00.000-08:002009-01-04T09:24:40.690-08:00Saw Horse Construction<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9R2uPcIeNtT3IWAKzOLPb5EQt1k4fteLT7wyouXe9DVyk4kiC1NEcngch_rvvVPaHXro-_FFZtJ1A9P2tb7LiLTMWgg3m2sgauHeFw8YQB8cJ99zt-FbRit6r073c4dtsfuqLPcuF_LU/s1600-h/IMG_2138.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9R2uPcIeNtT3IWAKzOLPb5EQt1k4fteLT7wyouXe9DVyk4kiC1NEcngch_rvvVPaHXro-_FFZtJ1A9P2tb7LiLTMWgg3m2sgauHeFw8YQB8cJ99zt-FbRit6r073c4dtsfuqLPcuF_LU/s320/IMG_2138.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287490565778422690" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLse0EUltneI8cygpZuMF0gGmKeDuRRHwi97-fxT8xAWQCBp4yNGOU2kdAEPA-czMaAoUNNtDcFKN23kr-CbL7lZMSMIfZI5ABA_6KS5O3Xjakw7EqOu-Pefl0CAtyJtYa2i4Jab9v2Vo/s1600-h/IMG_2135.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLse0EUltneI8cygpZuMF0gGmKeDuRRHwi97-fxT8xAWQCBp4yNGOU2kdAEPA-czMaAoUNNtDcFKN23kr-CbL7lZMSMIfZI5ABA_6KS5O3Xjakw7EqOu-Pefl0CAtyJtYa2i4Jab9v2Vo/s320/IMG_2135.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287182942900507202" border="0" /></a><br /> The "McNasby Workshop" was a buzz this afternoon with 28 participants and 13 volunteers. Everyone came excited to learn and more importantly work on the saw horses. In just 2 short hours the group constructed 4 saw horses that will make great boat supports for the Peace Canoe building that begins next Saturday. To get a real feel for the project, some of the participants have shared their thoughts on the day and what is to come.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Jaylyn</span> (age 14) I learned how to screw the nails inside the wood and at what angle to do this. I'm really excited to get started on building the boats.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Michael</span> (age 9) I've helped my grandfather fix the car before, so I am used to working with tools. It is exciting to do the boat building project, because it is something new.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Marshan</span> (age13) I learned that all of your measurements have to be exact or things will not work right.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tariq</span> (age 11) I learned there is an easier way to get screws in and that is by using a power drill.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Josh</span> (age 11) Buiding a boat will be so exciting. Before I got here today I was on my street tossing gum in the air and trying to catch it, because I was bored. Now I am excited to begin building the Peace canoe because I know it will have a pointy front and back.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Paul </span>(age 9) I like going to the water and it will be cool to go out on the water in a boat we build ourselves. I am an "Eastport Detective" and we compare old trucks to new trucks, we've been on a trolley ride, and gone crabbing. Now, I am excited to be back at the Annapolis Maritime Museum building a boat.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Jaquan</span> (age 12) Today, I built a boat support. I did measurements. You had to measure where the boards went, so it would be a perfect support and not wobbly. I got to use a power drill for the first time, it made me feel POWERFUL!<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tiant</span> (age 12) I learned what <span style="font-style: italic;">flush </span>means. It means that the wood must all be even so it is all perfect.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tykiara</span> (age 9) I learned how to put the powerdrill straight. It is important, so the screws go in evenly. This was the first time I used a powerdrill and I wasn't even scared. I'm excited for when we get to paint our Peace Canoe.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lamont</span> (age 16) It was a wonderful experience. I drilled a couple of holes for the boat holder.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Guy</span> (age 12) I used the Japanese saw for fun, so I'll be ready when we need it to build the boat. I helped drill the nails in the wood for boat support.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Destiny</span> (age 13) I used a hammer to hit the nail on the head to build a saw horse. I am happy to be involved in the boat building, because it seems like it will be fun.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Anita </span>(age 13) I used a Japanese saw so I could saw the wood and it was easy to use. I'm excited to build a boat for the first time to see how it all works.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Crystal </span>(age 10) I used a measuring tape to see how long the wood was and to know where to put the wood pieces together. I'm excited to see if we can actually make a boat.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Morgan</span> (age 11) I used a measuring tool and pencil to see where to place the wood. I also used a powerdrill, that was fun.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Michelle-Volunteer</span>, We helped to put the saw horses together and the kids worked really well at completing the tasks they were given.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Craig - Volunteer, </span>In order to engage the kids, I told them the more you pay attention and the more you know the more they will pay you for what you know, later in life. Sometimes a real-life analogy is just what a group of teenagers needs to stay actively engaged.Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-88584810426580354312008-11-10T19:30:00.000-08:002008-11-14T10:54:30.160-08:00An Afternoon at Sarles Marina and Annapolis Classic Watercraft<div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIrAsI9TB6vI6bv3X_UCAxqPt6uG2QoNDl5LwZAKD5Q9SaKyRF0S73zcy3yXRmzKpl9IgUEGF6d4HjM3bnFAwqkrJdJe8r-sUZtOFCQ_6j5Ez7bfK0nyVVQucWj8tPAHag7Hn87M8RM24/s1600-h/IMG_1436.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIrAsI9TB6vI6bv3X_UCAxqPt6uG2QoNDl5LwZAKD5Q9SaKyRF0S73zcy3yXRmzKpl9IgUEGF6d4HjM3bnFAwqkrJdJe8r-sUZtOFCQ_6j5Ez7bfK0nyVVQucWj8tPAHag7Hn87M8RM24/s320/IMG_1436.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5268515573145100482" border="0" /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Inside the wooden boat shop at Annapolis Classic Watercraft the participants view the latest restoration project</span></a><br /></div><a style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm-7_4iJFXuj-LM2ZfLbUYsx50FXFiEuxsgr2rS9DFBWHXw_E3nql-tVO7pY5tUMMIFjibpFerMJfjgFFK5jPUOE543V0rVolKS66XwcILlQ4sqNbrsPnUNvewEDsy9UEU28ZSp2lU9z0/s1600-h/IMG_1428.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm-7_4iJFXuj-LM2ZfLbUYsx50FXFiEuxsgr2rS9DFBWHXw_E3nql-tVO7pY5tUMMIFjibpFerMJfjgFFK5jPUOE543V0rVolKS66XwcILlQ4sqNbrsPnUNvewEDsy9UEU28ZSp2lU9z0/s320/IMG_1428.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5268515561254604050" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Mr. George instr1ucts Jaquan on the proper use of a Japanese saw. A tool that will be used often in the construction of the Peace Canoe.</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGtbcklu4cb3tb4rbRnUOXd6R0xCwGfvz9B7UHhU5X4JoiLIduFGPrNNYvD-BiUvTNV0-uPefYHnM60p6jtGDuSv8SikVLGQ2qtaqFaU5pWUVRLSqP6V_tkseDJBSJMBRCcjoHsf6YMi4/s1600-h/IMG_1432.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGtbcklu4cb3tb4rbRnUOXd6R0xCwGfvz9B7UHhU5X4JoiLIduFGPrNNYvD-BiUvTNV0-uPefYHnM60p6jtGDuSv8SikVLGQ2qtaqFaU5pWUVRLSqP6V_tkseDJBSJMBRCcjoHsf6YMi4/s320/IMG_1432.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5268515558110421026" border="0" /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Viewing for the first time, a Peace Canoe from Chesapeake Lightcraft</span></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><span style="font-family: courier new;">A cool afternoon was spent at Sarles Marina where Mr. George introduce 5 of the participants in the boat building project to the Peace Canoe and many tools they will use through construction.</span><br /><span style="font-family: courier new;">He specified the need for safety and then let all interested try out the Japanese saw. Finally, it was time to go into the wooden boat shop and warm up. While inside, owner Bill Donahue, showed the kids around and talked greatly about the restoration process from beginning to end.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: courier new;">This is what Jaquan thought about the afternoon, " I think it was very educational, because we learned about the tools we'll be using to build our Peace Canoe. I got to use the Japanese saw and I found it easy."<br /><br />"We had so much fun as we were part of a demonstration that showed us how to use a Japanese saw," stated Maurice.<br /><br />The Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rain Foundation are thrilled to have George Smith leading this initiative. George shares a couple of his thoughts on the program. "Youth boat-building programs are about taking it to a new level. We want to see tools in our hands as we learn, build, and have fun, leading to life-tools of ingenuity and team work." George has enjoyed meeting participants of the program at both the SERC and Sarles afternoons, he believes there is a lot of potential in the group.</span></span><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;color:navy;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: navy;"></span></span> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;color:navy;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: navy;"> <br /></span></span></p><br /><span style="font-family: courier new;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;color:navy;" ><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: navy;"></span></span>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4233894607792719461.post-38940751131893577962008-11-01T18:00:00.000-07:002008-11-14T06:42:58.592-08:00A Wonderful Paddle at SERC!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPqf0ARcHE9BdCIKQRpSRO6yir22Z3lgv5q6bhVuksbGEZCKKVJ0Hr_uVcXKR1SfBuFSrwPNLKSD7EalKX-hlF3aS3Hfl6xWc3KjW5hn6wyMCcYDtJUD8fIA4LPH8KH7NCqNm2O7He2Cg/s1600-h/IMG_1388.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPqf0ARcHE9BdCIKQRpSRO6yir22Z3lgv5q6bhVuksbGEZCKKVJ0Hr_uVcXKR1SfBuFSrwPNLKSD7EalKX-hlF3aS3Hfl6xWc3KjW5hn6wyMCcYDtJUD8fIA4LPH8KH7NCqNm2O7He2Cg/s320/IMG_1388.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5268523408729471458" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-family:courier new;">On Saturday, November 1, 2008. 11 Participants in the Boat Building by the Bay project traveled over to Edgewater to visit the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center for a wonderful afternoon of canoeing on the Rhodes River. Under the leadership of Karen McDonald and George Smith the participants learned paddling/steering techniques,about the wildlife in the area, history of the canoe, and what happens at SERC.<br />The weather was picture perfect and this is what some of the participants had to say about the day:<br /><br />I learned about water animals. ~Tiant age 12<br /><br />I went canoeing and sat in the back of the boat. I had to stick my oar into the water to steer. ~ Mauricus age 13<br /><br />SERC is a water research center that studies wildlife. ~Maurice age 15<br /><br />The water appeared dirty, because it was very dirty in the Rhode River. ~ Mekhi age 10<br /><br />I had fun learning how to canoe. ~ Kenan age 9<br /><br />I love going canoeing. I'm excited to go to Sarles to learn how to build a boat. ~Jaquan age12<br /><br /><br /></span>Annapolis Maritime Museum and Box of Rainhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02370143972960569409noreply@blogger.com0