Cedar Strip

Cedar strip boats were produced in large numbers in the upper midwest. They are constructed from narrow strips of cedar attached to ribs of white oak. The Guide Boat was a type used by many fishing guides.

Guide Boat

This boat is new construction that we built in our shop.

Cedar strips being attached to the ribs.

Oak ribs are steamed and bent over theguide boat form.

Nearly done.

The finished boat with varnished interior and painted bottom.

Sea King

This is a 1958 Sea King 14' runabout owned by a client. It is another example of cedar strip construction.

Bottom has been stripped of old paint and repainted. Top and sides have been stripped and sanded.

new wood ribs bent and installed.

Old, rotten wood will be removed and,

The completed boat.