The Carpenter's Boat Shop

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.

THIS SATURDAY, August 8th from 9 am to 2 pm! Our annual tool sale! Come shop used tools, handmade items, boats, and skif...
08/06/2026

THIS SATURDAY, August 8th from 9 am to 2 pm! Our annual tool sale! Come shop used tools, handmade items, boats, and skiffs. All proceeds support The Carpenter's Boat Shop!

Last Friday, The Carpenter’s Boat Shop crew took a field trip to The Apprenticeshop in Rockland Apprenticeshop. We were ...
08/03/2026

Last Friday, The Carpenter’s Boat Shop crew took a field trip to The Apprenticeshop in Rockland Apprenticeshop. We were given a tour by a familiar face and previous boat building instructor Matthew Dirr! After our tour, we enjoyed a shared meal with The Apprenticeshop crew and enjoyed an afternoon sail with the crew. Thank you Apprenticeshop for hosting us and to Matthew for showing us around!

The apprentices are back in the shop after a two week summer break! They are starting a build of a nutshell pram, primar...
07/29/2026

The apprentices are back in the shop after a two week summer break! They are starting a build of a nutshell pram, primarily focusing on building the jig this week.

Come take part in Community Cares Day with CHIP. September 12, 2026 from 7:15 to 4 pm. Register on their website!
07/28/2026

Come take part in Community Cares Day with CHIP. September 12, 2026 from 7:15 to 4 pm. Register on their website!

Last week, Maryah Smith taught a week long Q***r Woodworking Course! By the end of the week participants took home their...
07/27/2026

Last week, Maryah Smith taught a week long Q***r Woodworking Course! By the end of the week participants took home their very own side table. Thank you Maryah for teaching your skills and for those who participated!

A little afternoon sail with staff members, Sozo and Dan! ⛵️ With 15 knot winds, Sozo took the helm with precision, bac...
07/24/2026

A little afternoon sail with staff members, Sozo and Dan! ⛵️ With 15 knot winds, Sozo took the helm with precision, backed by great teaching from Dan.

Last week, we held our second Young Carpenter’s Program for the summer. Taught by previous apprentice, Jonas Rimkunas. T...
07/17/2026

Last week, we held our second Young Carpenter’s Program for the summer. Taught by previous apprentice, Jonas Rimkunas. This awesome crew learned how to build scrap-box turbo racers. On Friday, they got to test them out for an audience of parents and Boat Shop crew. Thank you Jonas for teaching the course and for the young carpenters who joined!

Last week, the apprentices were in the shop learning how to build our Adirondack chairs. Board Members and Volunteers, M...
07/15/2026

Last week, the apprentices were in the shop learning how to build our Adirondack chairs. Board Members and Volunteers, Matt Filler and Todd Azadian taught the one week long course. In the end, 8 new chairs were made! They have been selling fast this summer, and it’s easy to see why! Nice work apprentices and thanks again to Matt and Todd for teaching their skills.

The last weekend in June we hosted a two day BIPOC milk stool course with Charles Thompson Charles Thompson. All partici...
07/06/2026

The last weekend in June we hosted a two day BIPOC milk stool course with Charles Thompson Charles Thompson. All participants left with a beautiful milk stool, some new skills and new friends. We are grateful to all who participated and Charles for teaching this course.

Last Friday, we hosted our Driftwood Workshop with George Ingram assisted by Sammy Loper (Boat Building Instructor) and ...
06/30/2026

Last Friday, we hosted our Driftwood Workshop with George Ingram assisted by Sammy Loper (Boat Building Instructor) and Marisa Rain (Apprentice). We had a group full of creative minds who left with unique driftwood pieces. We offer this free workshop twice a year in the summer. We are sold out for August but keep an eye out for next year. We are grateful to George, Sammy, and Marisa for leading the way and all our participants who brought great energy!

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

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