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Building the Maine Guide Canoe

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At a glance

Condition
New
Dimensions
6.5 x 1 x 10 in
Weight
1.4 lb
Publisher
Lyons Pr
Publication date
January 1, 2002
Edition
First Edition
Language
English

Description

The definitive guide to building this classic watercraft. (SEE QUOTE.) Read more

Specs 9

Publisher Lyons Pr
Publication date January 1, 2002
Edition First Edition
Language English
Print length 272 pages
ISBN-10 1585745901
ISBN-13 06
Item Weight 1.4 pounds

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Preserving a Rare Form of American Art
Format: Paperback
God bless Jerry Stelmok. His book covers the nearly lost art of building the white cedar Maine guide canoe and it is a welcome addition to the archives of American craftsmanship. If you've ever seen a form sitting inverted in a workshop and then looked at a finished canoe propped up on sawhorses in the front yard you've wondered how the former came from the latter. The men who make these boats are called for their craftsmanship, not their articulateness and even the best often have difficulty explaining just how the process works. I once asked Fred Reckards how he got his canoes off the Templeton mold since the tumblehome held the form in such a death grip. He said, "Lot easier with the twenty. The twelve is pretty tight. Maybelle helps me get them off." And that's all the explanation I got. Jerry Stelmok puts the complex construction process into words and conveys the prep, the fabrication, and the finishing in an articulate and accessible language. The photographs belong in the Smithsonian; they are vital to understanding the process. I'm going to carry my copy around until I cross paths with Mr. Stelmok and I look forward to shaking his hand and getting his signature on the title page. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2013 by Ralph White

Super book by the Master of traditional canoe building
Format: Hardcover
Extremely well written and illustrated. Rare that an expert is also an expert writer and illustrator.
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024 by Tequila Mockingbird

Help offered here:
Ask someone who has built many canoes for advice and you might get advice this clear! The cartoons are great as well. Good info on poling upstream. I have broken light paddles doing what should be done with a pole.
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2017 by Kirt Adams

Building the Maine Guide Canoe by Stelmok (Mr. Old Town)
Great Book for those who love the classic wooden canoes. But what you may not realize is the fact that Jerry Stelmok is really Mr. Old Town himself! Yes, i know what i speak about as he is the man that builds all the wooden Old Town canoes today in his shop! As a new member of WCHA, i have learned that Jerry is also a recognized leader of that fine organization called The Wooden Canoe Heritage Association. You can't go wrong but remember your paddle! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2012 by Robert in NH

Jerry Stelmok is one of the premier wood/canvas canoe builders!!
Format: Hardcover
Excellent guide book!! I’m preparing to restore an old (1953), wood/canvas canoe. Having a guide to the building process is more valuable than many people would think!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2021 by Erik, Tacoma, WA

Great information.
Format: Paperback
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Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2020 by dennis kearney

Great info
Format: Hardcover
Most helpful. I'm repairing, refurbishing, repainting an old canoe. Step by step info very useful.
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2017 by gwen jackson

Completely thorough book .
Format: Paperback
Book arrived in good condition. A complete technical book with lots of photographs. Glad to have the information to restore my historic wood and canvas canoe.
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2014 by Gretchen Wesenberg
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