Jump to content

Ravenswood Launch & Maiden Voyage!


kpnick

Recommended Posts

After my dad was diagnosed with stage IV cancer, I started thinking about a good dad-daughter project for the Chicago winter to keep him/us busy and enjoy some quality time while visiting. One day I happened upon Kudzu Craft and, as a bit of an impulse buy, bought the plans for the Ravenswood. I'm a sailing instructor and avid waterswoman and he's a contractor, so I thought it would be a good mix of our water/wood passions.

 

I wasn't sure if we'd have the time to build the kayak, but here we are...some months later...launching her onto Lake Michigan - on the eve of the Harvest Moon! Not only does she float, but she rides beautifully. I am so thankful for this experience and we cannot wait for our next build. (Yep, we're hooked). 

 

I made a Greenland paddle as well, but due to the waves I was a bit hesistant to use it on the first launch. Taking advantage of the south winds this weekend, the kayak and the paddle will be making another debut. 

 

Thanks, Jeff, for your designs. 

 

post-5616-0-61509300-1474055712_thumb.png

post-5616-0-17367200-1474055714_thumb.png

post-5616-0-10937800-1474055770_thumb.jpg

post-5616-0-05674800-1474055778_thumb.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Sorry about your dad, but happy about your dad, too, you know? What a great thing to do together, what a memory to have. What a nice way to spend time together, spending time together, you know? May you build many more together...

But this. What a special boat!

Thank you for sharing the personal aspect, which makes your boat that much cooler.

Peace,

Robert

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

Loading...


×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use.