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The Carpenter's Boat Shop

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The Carpenter's Boat Shop

The Carpenter's Boat Shop is an apprenticeship program and an educational community for all people.

The Carpenter's Boat Shop is an apprenticeshop and an educational community for all people. Whether apprentices are between college and life careers, jobs and new directions, alcoholism and sobriety, or simply transitioning into retirement, the Boat Shop provides a safe harbor before setting sail on a new course in life. While considering goals and directions, apprentices live in community and lea

rn boatbuilding, carpentry, furniture making, sailing, seamanship, and perform community service. It is our hope that apprentices will gain a deeper knowledge of themselves, a clearer vision for their life's goals, and a stronger commitment in their service to others.

05/01/2026

The Carpenter’s Boat Shop is pleased to announce that Matthew Jacobs, an experienced preservationist for the National Park Service, will join the Boat Shop Team in mid-August as the nonprofit’s new Executive Director. The appointment was announced by Board President, Abby Rowe, who said, “Matt's thoughtful leadership and his many talents will make him an excellent steward” of the Boat Shop’s mission – “Building Boats, Nurturing Lives, and Helping Others.” Matt has an impressive background that includes military service during the Iraq War and working to restore the historic homes of several earlier U.S. presidents. The son of a builder who learned the art of carpentry from his father at an early age, Matt is now a pacifist, a practicing Quaker, and a devoted husband and father. Please take a moment to read the full announcement and help us offer a warm welcome to Matt and his family when they make their way to the Boat Shop in mid-August.

Read his full bio written by Michael Putzel: https://carpentersboatshop.org/new-director/

04/29/2026

The happiest sanders I’ve ever seen! Last week some apprentices and staff spent time in restoration sanding a Catspaw Dinghy. Echo really wanted to be involved in but didn’t help much! Nice work team ⛵️

04/27/2026

Last Thursday the apprentices and staff participated in the Elmer Tarr Roadside clean up! We have been participating in this service project for many years and love helping Tarrnation! Thank you Katheryn and Claire for organizing this wonderful event and Linda for bringing us snacks! We were able to pick up 32 bags of trash! 🗑️ 💪

04/22/2026

Ear and eye protection on! The apprentices and staff had their first service project of the season with CHIP (Community Housing Improvement Project) helping split and process firewood for their fuel efficiency program. This program helps provide those in need of heat during the colder months. Thank you Brittany Gill (Program Manager) and Jack Meehan (Master Wood Chipper) for all you do!

04/14/2026

Besides a campus full of apprentices and staff we have furry friends too! Meet the Boat Shop crew of canines and felines! We have Copper, Nona, Paola Clementine and Elouise, Byron, and Echo. Stop by for tea on weekdays from 10 to 10:20 to give this crew some pets! 🐈 🐕

04/07/2026

Passing the torch—and the drawknife. 🪵⚓️

For the next few weeks, we are incredibly honored to have our founder, Bobby Ives, back in the shop. He’s leading our newest class of apprentices through their very first skiff build.

There is something truly special about learning the lines of a boat from the person who laid the foundation of this shop over 40 years ago. We are so grateful to Bobby for sharing not just his world-class expertise, but the stories and spirit that make the Boat Shop what it is today.

04/03/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work! The hustle was real this week, but the shop is stocked and the vision is clear. From raw boards to Adirondack chairs ! 🪵💪

04/01/2026

Introducing our new item, Kids Toolbox 🧰! Great for your kiddo, grand-kiddo, or friends kiddo! Don’t miss this great gift for the little carpenter! $75, come grab one at The Carpenters Boat Shop!

03/20/2026

This past Tuesday, our Boat Shop Team and 2026 Apprentices gathered in the workshop to showcase their first woodworking project. A wooden toolbox customized to suit their personal needs. Congrats to their first project done! 🧰 🪵 🗜️🪚

03/19/2026

Join us for Artist Holden's .ris.ta Coastal Navigation Course at The Carpenter's Boat Shop, May 15-17th. Sign up through our website, carpentersboatshop.org

03/16/2026

Join us for our Q***r Woodworking Course with Maryah Smith and Chelsea Fisher from July 20th till 24th. Sign up on our website, all levels of experience welcome!

Address

440 Old County Road
Pemaquid, ME
04539

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12076772614

Website

http://www.carpentersboatshop.org/

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