Woodworking, Youth
Summer Youth: Make a Wooden SUP Paddle (Ages 12-16)
Make a stand-up paddle that's strong but lightweight and customized for your height.
Meeting Times
- Mon, 8/5/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Tue, 8/6/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Wed, 8/7/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Thur, 8/8/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon, 8/5/2024 - Thur, 8/8/2024
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About
Learn a construction method pioneered by boat builders in need of strong masts for sailboats. The shaft of your stand-up paddleboard paddle will consist of eight thin pieces connected using interlocking "birdsmouth" joinery, which leaves the center of the shaft hollow to reduce weight but takes advantage of the strength in vertical wood grain. After you cut, glue up, and do final shaping of your paddle, you'll coat it with fiberglass and epoxy, and then with marine varnish to make it waterproof and durable.
Day 1: Discuss design, determine best length. Cut and glue the shaft, blade, and handle parts.
Day 2: Use a block plane to round over the outside of the shaft, and calipers to ensure an even thickness. Use a bandsaw and sander to shape the paddle. Mark and cut the connection between the blade and the shaft, and glue them together.
Day 3: Apply fiberglass and epoxy to the blade. Shape and fine-tune the handle.
Day 4: Apply fiberglass to the shaft, and epoxy the handle. Discuss marine varnishes.
Note: The epoxy must cure for several days before you apply marine varnish. The class will meet again at 1 PM on Sunday, Aug. 11, so you can apply a first coat of marine varnish and learn techniques to help ensure an even coat. You'll go home with a small container of varnish so you can apply additional coats on your own. If you can't attend the Aug. 11 session, you'll get written information and a small amount of marine varnish to apply on your own.
Details
- Ages 12-16.
- Skill level: Beginner.
- You must wear safety glasses and closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, and avoid loose-fitting clothing and jewelry.
- We recommend bringing your own safety glasses.
- Bring water and a snack.
- Registration closes Monday, July 29.
Registering Youth
- New registrants: When you register, select Others Only in the "Who Are You Registering?" section. On the next page, Add New Registrant. Create an account for your youth.
- Next time you register: You will be able to Search Registrants to select your youth.
- You may register your youth for an optional supervised lunch hour from noon-1 pm for the duration of this activity.
- Make sure to fill out your youth's emergency contact information and other details when creating their account.
- Questions? Email registrar@bainbridgebarn.org.
Materials
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- BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available - fill out this simple application before registering for a class.
- Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy, cluttered, have strong odors, and bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- For those who might need assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.
Instructors or Guides
Wayne Chang