Membership Magazine
Volume 1, 2019
SHAVINGS
Support CWB
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES William Gartz, President
Governance Committee Chair Board Nominated 2014
Elsie Hulsizer, Vice President
Strategic Planning Committee Chair Board Nominated 2009
Lee Bjorklund, Vice President Programs Committee Chair Board Nominated 2015
Emil Anderson, Treasurer Finance Committee Chair Board Nominated 2017
Walter Plimpton, Secretary Collections Committee Chair Board Nominated 2005
Ros Bond
Board Nominated 2011
Johnny Ohta
Board Nominated 2015
Rebecca Wittman
Board Nominated 2017
Clay Gustaves
Development Committee Member Board Nominated 2018
Raz Barnea
Board Nominated 2018
Interested in joining the board at CWB? Contact: Brandt Faatz, Executive Director bfaatz@cwb.org
SUPPORT THE CENTER VOLUNTEER
Since 1979, The Center for Wooden Boats has been volunteer powered. Today, over 800 volunteers contribute on a regular basis to support hands-on learning and access to the water. Volunteers help with virtually every aspect of CWB’s operations and lead many of its most mission-centric programs. Become a volunteer! Contact: volunteer@cwb.org
JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Members at The Center for Wooden Boats enjoy the satisfaction of knowing they are supporting a community-based organization running valuable programming such as our youth programs, skills workshops and historical boat restoration projects. Members also enjoy significant discounts on boat rentals, CWB classes, and purchases at the CWB gift shops. For more information about membership benefits see page 32. Questions about membership? Email membership@cwb.org.
MAKE A DONATION
Your contribution to The Center for Wooden Boats allows us to serve the community with hands-on learning opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds. As a direct-experience museum, we believe in providing programs that engage, inspire and educate. Looking for information on ways to give? Email development@cwb.org.
VISIT THE CENTER
Admission to The Center for Wooden Boats is always free! Some programs, such as boat rentals, have associated fees, and others have suggested donations. Walking the docks, exploring the boats, and browsing the exhibits is always free of charge. We look forward to seeing you here soon!
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Neil Rabinowitz Photography Exhibit
NEIL RABINOWITZ
Neil Rabinowitz has been photographing wooden boats throughout a career which has included over 1,200 magazine covers. He began working in boatyards as a teenager and - in his early years - apprenticed at Hinckley and later for famed builder George Stadel restoring Nina, Bounding Home, and the Lawley designed, Valiant. He sailed the Pete Culler designed 120’ schooner Sea Star and cruised and raced across the Pacific, South Seas and Atlantic several times. The boats varied from maxi racers to wooden classics and included Ballyhoo, Ondine, Windward Passage, an Alden 57, Charisma, and a variety of vessels from 500+’ superyachts to simpler days on an H-28. He earned a 100 Ton Coast Guard license, survived many boat deliveries, and published some tales in the Yacht Bum Chronicles. Since completing a journalism degree, he has published hundreds of features about adventure travel, lifestyle and the marine industry. He was the Seattle Times Boating Writer and provided the first 360 covers (30 years) of the regional Northwest Yachting Magazine. He has been a consistent outspoken voice promoting the prowess and regional benefits of Northwest’s pioneering big boat industry to the publishing world since the early 80’s. Some photo assignments include the Olympics, the Indy 500, the America’s Cup, numerous wilderness expeditions, many of the planet’s wildest whitewater rafting descents, as well as images from the cockpit air to air in aviation’s most exciting aircraft. In addition to his magazine and book covers, his portfolio includes work for Sports Illustrated, National Geographic, Men’s Journal, Forbes, Fortune, Town & Country, Outside, Rolex, Nike, Volvo, numerous books, calendars and nearly every boating and travel publication. His assignments have taken him around the globe for advertising and editorial clients, photographing the architecture of palatial superyacht interiors to ultra-high-end hotels and rustic remote resorts to adrenaline sports. While he still travels extensively to photograph new builds, regattas, charters and superyachts, above all else, he enjoys photographing the pace, artful craft, and simple grace and integrity of wooden boats. Neil works from his studio on a sunny five acre spread on the south end of Bainbridge Island where he has raised a family and his library of ten million photographs comprises one of the largest marine collections in the world. He is proud to be a supporter of The Center for Wooden Boats. neilrabinowitz.com Currently on display in the J.R. Duncan Exhibit Hall
Photo provided by: Neil Rabinowitz
Neil Rabinowitz Photography Exhibit 10
Boathouse Updates 12
BOATHOUSE UPDATE With the launch of our new Wagner Education Center, we’re keeping our existing floating Boathouse and Boatshop right where they are. The Center for Wooden Boats will continue to offer waterfront programs and exhibits for viewing at the existing Boathouses and floats. Now, the experience will be even better, because with some activity moving onshore in the Wagner Education Center, there will be more room inside the Boathouse for visitors to explore and program participants to gather. Routine boat maintenance will move to the onshore Boatshop, leaving the floating Boatshop available for skills workshops, boatbuilding programs and working exhibits. We are beginning the restoration their former glory with much-needed maintenance and improvements. We will also be restoring the top floor of the Boathouse to the beloved library that once was.
13 Events and Happenings
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
43 YEARS OF THE ANNUAL LAKE UNION WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL
SAVE THE DATE: MARCH 13
2019 SAVE THE DATE: SEPTEMBER 28 + 29
3RD FRIDAY SPEAKER SERIES
OUR 43RD GALA & AUCTION
Most 3rd Fridays of the month, experience exciting talks specially curated by CWB.
FEBRUARY 23
THE 15TH NORM BLANCHARD W.O.O.D. REGATTA SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 20 - 21 LAKE UNION ROTARY CLUB HAPPY HOUR 4 GOOD SAVE THE DATE: MAY 16th
Family Activities 14
FAMILY ACTIVITIES POND BOAT SAILING
Sail a Pirate Pond Boat on Lake Union Park’s Model Boat Pond. These 39-inch pond boats are scale models of the R-Boat Pirate, which is on exhibit on our docks at South Lake Union. Sailing these miniature racing yachts is a great way to learn the basic concepts of sailing while enjoying time at the park. DATES: JUNE - LATE SEPTEMBER, 11 am - 2 pm, All ages welcome! SUGGESTED DONATION: $5
TUGBOAT STORYTIME
Join Sue aboard the historic Arthur Foss Tug and be enchanted by her irrepressible wit and storytelling charm. Let your imagination soar and your inner child take flight – you and your child will both enjoy a romp down “Story Time Lane” that is a must see! Tugboat Storytime takes place aboard the historic Tugboat Arthur Foss, managed by Northwest Seaport. The vessel is located on the Historic Ships Wharf, just West of CWB’s floating Boathouse and North of MOHAI. DATES: 2ND & 4TH THURSDAYS, STORYTIME: 11 - 11:30 am, OPEN SHIP: 11:30 - 12 pm, SUGGESTED DONATION: $5
FIRST THURSDAYS
Choose a hull and sail, drill a step for a mast, and build your very own toy boat! Younger children may need help using our hand drills and hammers, but everyone will have a great time decorating their boat with bottle caps, corks and crayons. Join us for toy boat building year-round every first Thursday of the month from 3 - 5 pm! SUGGESTED DONATION: $2
STEAMSHIP SATURDAYS
CWB has partnered with the Virginia V to get more folks out on the water! Join us for a narrated cruise on Lake Union aboard the 125’ steamship Virginia V. You’ll learn about the sights, sounds, and history of Lake Union while cruising aboard a National Historic Landmark vessel with a fully operational steam engine. Cruises are one hour long. Beer, wine, soda, and snacks available for purchase. REGISTER ONLINE AT CWB.ORG/EVENTS/STEAMSHIP-SATURDAYS/
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SUNDAY PUBLIC SAIL A Seattle tradition for more than 25 years! Our volunteer skippers and crew take passengers out on Lake Union for unforgettable voyages. Sprit boats, steamboats, electric boats, schooners, ketches, yawls, and yachts: come every Sunday to sail them all, year-round, rain or shine for free. Sign-ups start at 10 am, show up early to get a seat!
SailNOW! This is the signature CWB learn-to-sail program for adults and families. Students learn basic boat handling skills that are the foundation for a lifetime of sailing. Lessons are taught by dedicated, trained sailing instructors in CWB’s fleet of classic Blanchard Junior Knockabouts. The course begins with a classroom session from 12:30 - 2:30 pm the first day of each session. Following the shore-side class, 12 hours of on-the-water lessons are scheduled according to the student’s schedule. On-the-water lessons are available Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am - 12 pm and 12:30 - 2:30 pm year-round, and weekday evenings from mid-April through August. Each student signs up for six 2-hour lessons, and will be sailing with 2-3 students per instructor.
SMALLER BOAT SAILING Take this class to get comfortable sailing CWBs fleet of smaller center board boat! During this class you will get the opportunity to take out smaller boats and get tips and tricks on how to sail them safely while having fun! You will sail the boats while the instructor coaches from a chase boat. Please note that you must already have a CWB Livery Checkout to be able to take this class.
SPRING SAILING REFRESHER
U.S. SAILING BASIC KEELBOAT CONVERSION CLASS
Touch up on your sailing skills to be ready for a great summer of sailing! During this class you will get a rigging refresher then head out on the water with an instructor coaching from a chase boat. Please note that you must have a current CWB Livery Checkout to take this class.
Expand your sailing horizons beyond CWB. Take this class to earn the US Sailing Association Basic Keelboat Certification. This nationally recognized certification will help you get your foot in the door at other sailing and rental organizations. Please note that you must have a current CWB Livery Checkout to take this class.
Adult & Family Sailing: Classes and Programs 16
MARITIME ESSENTIALS SERIES CWB’s Maritime Essentials Series covers a variety of topics that every smart boater should know. These short classes are offered throughout the year and include topics such as basic navigation, weather, engine maintenance & necessary knots. Classes are added often and regularly, so check the website: cwb.org/class-categories/adult-sailing/
DROP-IN SHORE SCHOOL This 1.5 hour class will introduce you to the basics of sailing. Topics will include terminology for parts of the boat and points of sail, as well as the basic theory of sailing. With the class you will receive the CWB Sailing Primer!
NAVIGATION ESSENTIALS MARINERS ADVANCED FIRST AID In partnership with Ana-
cortes-based Shearwater University, CWB is excited to offer The course is presented by the US Sailing/US Powerboating Northwest Response & CWB. Coastal Navigation Certification. This class provides a thorough This course is approved by The United States Coast Guard for foundation in the skills and OUPV – Master Mariner. knowledge you need to start Additional Approvals; Washingplanning safe and enjoyable voyages through the Salish Sea ton State L&I, and OSHA. This course is not intended for those – by sail, power or paddle. seeking STCW First Aid Certification.
TRADITIONAL RIGS Become comfortable rigging and sailing the traditionally rigged boats in our fleet – including the Beetlecat, Pelican and Sprit Boat. In this 3-hour course, you’ll learn a bit about the history, tips for sailing these boats most effectively, and then you can skip the BJK-line on busy days and get out on the water sooner!
CAPTAIN’S CLASS If you have always wanted to get your captain’s license this is the class for you. Captain Jeff Sanders teaches what you need to know, administers tests in class, and walks you through the official paperwork. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to go to the Coast Guard and get your license. Classes are at night, 3 times a week for 8 weeks.
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SAILING CLASS SCHEDULE Adults and families can have fun learning together on the water through our signature sailing programs. With options for private lessons, flexible scheduling, and a range of courses from beginner to intermediate, sailing at The Center for Wooden Boats is fun and accessible for people of all ages and abilities.
NOTE: This schedule may change, please always check CWB.ORG for the most current schedule.
SailNOW! Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Jan 5 - Feb 16
Feb 16 - Mar 30
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 8
Jun 15 - Jul 20
Jul 20 - Aug 24
Aug 24 - Oct 19
Oct 19 - Dec 1
Mar 30 - May 11 May 11 - Jun 15
Drop-In Shore School: 12 - 2 pm January 12
Februrary 9
March 16
Smaller Boat Sailing: 1 - 4 pm January 20
February 17
March 17
Spring Sailing: 12:30 - 5:30 pm March 22
April 12
May 3
Private Lessons: WORK ONE ON ONE with an instructor to identify skills to focus on and improve your sailing. Private lessons are perfect for new sailors with busy schedules, experienced sailors wanting a refresher, or anyone who wants tips for sailing wooden boats on Lake Union. Become a member and save on Private Sailing Lessons! Membership starts at $50 a year for an individual and offers many other benefits. More information: cwb.org/classes/private-lessons/
US Sailing Basic Keelboat: 12:30 - 5:30 pm February 24
March 23
Session 4
April 13
Youth Programs 18
The Center for Wooden Boats supports youth as they develop the skills, abilities and attitudes necessary to enjoy life and contribute to the community. Programs target age-appropriate skill sets and are designed to build on each other so youth can come back summer after summer to play, learn and grow.
YOUTH PROGRAMS TOY BOAT BUILDING & FIELD TRIPS
CANOE BUILDING
grade 4
TIPPECANOE
Young kids learn how to use hand tools and discover the joys of being out on the water. Field trips support state standards in history, social studies, math, science, and fitness. Pre-K -
BOATBUILDING & SAILING CAMPS
Youth Sailing and Boatbuilding programs are designed to instill skills in leadership, observation, and decision-making while exploring maritime heritage in a dynamic hands-on environment. Ages 8 - 16
QUICK & DARING
Design, build, and try out a boat of your own imagination. Students will work in teams to design and build a boat that will carry their team across the waters of Lake Union on Launch Day. In addition to basic woodworking skills, students will learn principles of boat design, how to create scale drawings and models, and basic principles of boat construction. Ages 10-16
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM ASSISTANT
You’ll have the opportunity to work with many different boats and people. Participants choose from 4 assignment areas – Youth Sailing, Livery, Field Trips, or Visitor Services – to gain professional skills and service learning hours through meaningful engagement in program delivery. Ages 14 - 17
Build your own 14’ “Six hour canoe” that can hold up to 300 pounds, allowing two kids or one adult and one child to paddle together! Ages 11 - 16
INTERMEDIATE SAILING
This is the next step for those who know the basics of sailing and are ready to sail an El Toro solo; Intermediate Sailing refines observation and problem-solving skills while continuing to build confidence and independence.
Tippecanoe 37 is a wooden, radio-controlled, one-design sloop. The finished boat is 37 inches long, 5 feet high and weighs only 5 pounds. Instructors will lead parent/ youth teams or individual adults through the build process. Students will leave at the end of the class with a fully finished and functioning boat, except for the final varnishing or painting which can easily be done at home. Ages 10+
Ages 10 - 14
BEGINNER SAILING
DESIGN & BUILD
In this introduction to sailing, new sailors learn basic theory and terminology to build a foundation of skills. Learn and practice tacking, jibing, sail trim, weight balance and capsize recovery, as well as teamwork, communication, observation and patience. Youth sail in teams of two in our 8’ El Toros. Ages 8 - 14
DEVELOPMENT & SERIVCE LEARNING
Youth development and service learning programs focus on leadership, teamwork and communication skills. Ages 14 - 19
ADVANCED SAILING
Learn the basics of sailing a bigger, faster boat. During this class youth will explore the different rigs we have in our livery: gaff-rigged Beetle Cat, marconi-rigged Lightning, spritsail and lug-rigged sloops. Boat handling skills include steering with the two sails, roll tacking, jibing, advanced upwind and downwind sailing. Ages 12 - 15
This woodworking class gives students the opportunity to explore creating objects from their own imagination, while learning how to use hand tools effectively. Students will learn how to move from an idea to a drawing in order to build something out of wood.
Ages 10 - 16
WOODWORKING FOR KIDS
Students will learn how to use hand tools such as drills and saws to build a tool/storage box that they can keep for themselves or give to a friend or family member. Ages 8 - 16
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SCHOLARSHIPS PAY WHAT YOU CAN – Providing Access Without Barrier
CWB is able to offer Youth Programs on a Pay What You Can (PWYC) basis due to the generosity of CWB supporters. PWYC funding gives CWB the ability to award discounts to the suggested program cost, making hands-on maritime experiences available to youth who would not otherwise have access.
Pay What You Can scholarships are available to families facing financial barriers, youth service organizations, schools and underserved youth. CWB defines underserved youth as low income students, ethnic and racial minorities or students who need guidance in navigating their educational pathsw.
Field Trips for schools and organizations who work with underserved youth are welcome to request PWYC scholarships for any field trip program offered by CWB. To get started, please schedule a field trip; we will follow up with you regarding PWYC. For more information as well as applications contact: PWYC@CWB.ORG If you are in a position to pay more than the suggested price for a youth program, additional funds will contribute directly to making youth programs more widely accessible. If you are interested in supporting our PWYC Scholarships, please email development@cwb.org
UPCOMING WINTER/SPRING BREAK CAMPS US SAILING REACH STEM
Reach, a national education initiative connecting you to STEM education and innovation through the sport of sailing. Providing youth with hands-on integrated learning opportunities that inspire interest in innovative fields of study like physics, marine biology, robotics, technology and more.
WINTER BREAK: February 18-22, 9 am - 4 pm $430
SPRING BREAK:
April 8-12, 9 am-4 pm $430
DESIGN & BUILD
This woodworking class gives students the opportunity to explore creating objects from their own imagination, while learning how to use hand tools effectively. Students will learn how to move from an idea to a drawing in order to build something out of wood.
WINTER BREAK: February 18-22, 9 am - 4 pm $430
SPRING BREAK:
April 8-12, 9 am-4 pm $430
Youth Programs Calendar: Summer 20
SUMMER CAMPS SCHEDULE Use this table to quickly find out when each camp is offered. Combine a morning half-day sailing camp with an afternoon half-day woodworking camp to create your own full-day camp! Lunch from 12 pm - 1 pm is always supervised. NOTE: This schedule may change, please always check CWB.ORG for the most current schedule. HALF DAY AM 9 am - 12 pm
HALF DAY PM 1 - 4 pm
FULL DAY PM 9 - 4 pm
FEB 18 - 22
Woodworking for Kids
Design & Build
STEM Sailing
APRIL 8 - 12
Woodworking for Kids
Design & Build
STEM Sailing
MAY 11, 18, 25
Beginner/Intermediate Sailing
Beginner/Intermediate Sailing
JUNE 1 + 8
Beginner/Intermediate Sailing
Beginner/Intermediate Sailing
AUGUST
JULY
JUNE - MAY - APRIL- FEBRUARY
DATE
Design & Build Beginner Sailing
JUNE 24 - 28 JULY 1, 2, 3 & 5
Intermediate Sailing
Woodworking for Kids
JULY 8 - 12
Advanced Sailing
JULY 15 - 19
Advanced Sailing
JULY 22 - 26
Intermediate Sailing
JULY 29 - AUG 2
Intermediate Sailing
AUG 5 - 9
Advanced Sailing
AUG 12 - 16
Advanced Sailing
AUG 19 - 23
Intermediate Sailing
Quick & Daring
AUG 26 - 30
Advanced Sailing
Beginner Sailing Design & Build
Beginner Sailing Quick & Daring Beginner Sailing
Woodworking for Kids
Beginner Sailing Design & Build
Woodworking for Kids Beginner Sailing Canoe Building Woodworking for Kids
Beginner Sailing
21 Youth Partner Programs
PARTNER PROGRAMS FROG PRINTS E!
FROG PRINTS E! UNDERWATER ROBOTICS AND SAILING FOR GIRLS
PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER SCIENCE OF SAILING
Girls ages 10-14 learn how to apply displacement, buoyancy, trim, ballast, and the forces of wind and current when sailing and during the design/build of their robot. The program uses US Sailing Reach modules as a foundation for hands-on-experiments on sailboat and robotic design as well as ocean exploration. ALL REGISTRATION IS DONE THROUGH: frogprintse.org
2019 CAMPS April 27 - June 8 (Saturdays) August 12-23 (Monday - Friday)
SCIENCE OF SAILING WITH THE PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER
We’ve teamed up with the Pacific Science Center to create a week of fun, science-filled sailing! Delve into the math and physics behind sailing and boat design by spending the mornings at the Science Center building model boats and conducting experiments. In the afternoons, we’ll walk to the Center for Wooden Boats to spend the rest of the day sailing on Lake Union in our El Toro fleet. Registration through Pacific Science Center.
Ages 9 - 11 ALL REGISTRATION IS DONE THROUGH THE PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER. CWB MEMBERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A DISCOUNT.
2019 SESSIONS:
Session 1: July 22 - 26 Session 2: July 29 - August 2 Session 3: August 19 - 23
SEAFARING ADVENTURE CAMP WITH MOHAI
MOHAI SEAFARING ADVENTURE CAMP
Welcome aboard for an action-packed week at Lake Union Park with MOHAI, The Center for Wooden Boats, SS VIRGINIA V, and Northwest Seaport. This week-long camp takes place on land and in boats on the waters of Lake Union. Campers explore life on board a ship, and plunge into the science of steam powered engines, navigation, and model sailboat building. Don’t miss the fun! Grades 3 - 5 ALL REGISTRATION IS DONE THROUGH MOHAI: mohai.org
2019 CAMP (Monday - Friday) August 12 - 16
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FIELD TRIPS
Our Field Trips use the marine environment and classic wooden boats to engage students in the Pacific
Northwest’s unique culture, history, and environment. We provide hands-on educational opportunities year-round for students from pre-school through high school. Programs support state standards in history, social studies, math, science, and fitness.
UMIAQ ADVENTURE
Umiaqs have been built by Arctic civilizations for over 5,000 years. Students will work together as a team to paddle one of these traditional skin-boats. Students also learn to use hand tools and build their own wooden toy boats. For groups of 31 - 45 students
please choose Jumbo Field Trip, Ages 5+
TOOLS & TALES
A great way to get younger children excited about boats! Explore The Center for Wooden Boats’ docks and listen to stories about boats, maritime culture and the environment. After story time, children get hands-on experience with traditional hand tools by building their own wooden toy boats to take home.
For groups of 31 - 45 students please choose Jumbo Field Trip, Ages 3 - 8
MODEL BOAT DESIGN
Come learn how sailboats are designed and how they work. Then build your own model boat and sail it on Lake Union Park’s model boat pond! Emphasis is placed on basic math, physics and boat design concepts. Supports 5th grade National Science Foundation Kit: “Models & Designs”
For groups of 31 - 45 students please choose Jumbo Field Trip, Grades 4 - 8 For more information go to: cwb.org/fieldtrips
WHAT FLOATS YOUR BOAT?
Learn all about how boats float by exploring the concepts of buoyancy and displacement. Each student will build their own wooden toy boat and have a chance to float it, raise it and lower it in our model dry dock (a floating dock used to pull boats out of the water for maintenance). Then we’ll travel by boat on Lake Union to see full-sized boats in action and the real, working dry dock at Lake Union Dry Dock. Founded in 1916, it is one of the oldest businesses in Seattle. Supports National Science Foundation Kits: “Balancing & Weighing” and “Liquids & Solids”. This field trip is part of the Lake Union History Afloat
program. Grades 2 - 3
NATIVE SEATTLE
Students will explore elements of Coast Salish art and design through hands-on activities and crafts, learn Salish names for sites of historical significance in Seattle and travel by Umiaq to some of these sites on Lake Union. Grades 4 - 8
JUMBO FIELD TRIP
Bring your group of up to 45 students to CWB where they’ll learn to use traditional hand tools and construct a toy boat that they can take home with them. 25 students at a time will build toy boats while the other 25 students enjoy a self-guided tour of Lake Union Park and the Historic Ships Wharf. Please note that Jumbo Fields Trips do not include
Umiaq boat rides.
PAY WHAT YOU CAN SCHOLARSHIP
Our Field Trips are eligible for Pay-What-You-Can youth scholarships. Suggested prices are listed for each field trip, but schools and organizations who work with underserved youth are welcome to request discounted program fees. To get started, please schedule your field trip, and we will follow up with you regarding PWYC. For more information, please email pwyc@cwb.org.
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CAMA BEACH STATE PARK The Center for Wooden Boats at Cama Beach State Park is set in a spectacular, 433-acre waterfront location against a forested backdrop. It is connected by a mile-long trail to Camano Island State Park, a 134-acre camping park. Both parks are open for day use or overnight stays year round. Admission to The Center for Wooden Boats is always free! Some programs, such as boat rentals, have associated fees, and others have suggested donations. Walking the beach, exploring the boats and browsing the exhibits is always free of charge. While at Cama Beach, you can explore the expansive shoreline, gaze at beautiful sunsets, view an array of wildlife, hike or bike the area’s 15 miles of trail and take in a workshop with The Center for Wooden Boats. Or just relax in a cozy historic cabin that offers the best of both worlds – the feel of earlier times and the ease of modern conveniences.
RENT A CABIN CWB members enjoy exclusive access to the Boatman’s Cabin, a deluxe waterfront cabin that sleeps seven. Take a relaxing beach vacation, spend time crabbing, or explore Camano Island.
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WYATT HOREJSI CAMA BEACH’S NEW OPERATIONS MANAGER Wyatt Horejsi is the new operations manager at Cama Beach. Originally from Minnesota, he grew up around small boats and learned to sail on Lake Superior. Moving to Seattle 5 years ago, his professional background includes field service, CNC machining, and programming in the manufacturing industry as well as event and facilities management in the restaurant industry. He served as a volunteer at the CWB South Lake Union Livery and Boatshop prior to finding a permanent position, and you may recognize him from the 2018 festival. Those familiar with Cama Beach will be happy to know that there will continue to be a boathouse dog, although Wyatt’s husky mix Kesha is slightly smaller than the previous mascot. Kesha also enjoys boating and is just happy to jump in to a rowboat or a Pelican, although she will miss the ducks and geese of SLU. As CWB grows in South Lake Union, Wyatt hopes the increased visibility can help raise awareness of CWB at Cama Beach. He’s looking forward to launching new and exciting projects and programs forward while preserving the quirky history of the park. Wyatt is enthusiastic about working with Cama Beach’s boats, volunteers, local community, and park visitors to keep the Boat House operating as an icon and memorial to the wooden small boat history of Puget Sound.
25 Facilities Rentals
BOATHOUSE GALLERY & DECK Located on the south point of Seattle’s Lake Union, our floating Boathouse Gallery and Deck offer exceptional views year-round. The event space is set among our notable collection of vessels, with a marina to the East, the Space Needle and historic Naval Reserve Building to the West, and the full activity of the lake to the North. Each rental includes both indoor and open outdoor spaces. More information: gallery@cwb.org
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WAGNER EDUCATION CENTER Located on shore in Lake Union Park, the newly opened Wagner Education Center features stunning Olson Kundig architecture. Exposed iron, cedar and concrete create a modern, open feel. Floor to ceiling windows reveal Lake Union, the park, and peek into the working Boatshop. Various rental options include the upstairs Sail Loft & Classroom, or the entire space featuring a second story interior balcony and stairway Crow’s Nest overlooking Lake Union. Our spaces are ideal for a number of events, including: • • • • • • •
Rehearsal dinners and small weddings Holiday Parties Birthday parties and social celebrations Family gatherings Fundraisers Corporate holiday parties Meetings and staff retreats
27 Rent a Boat
RENT A BOAT
CWB IS A LIVING MUSEUM – a place where you are encouraged to touch, build, sail, and learn. We offer
boats for rent because we believe the experience gained through learning traditional skills, especially on historic boats, is of the utmost importance. Our fleet of rental boats includes classic wooden sail and row boats. Our collection varies throughout the year as we work on boats in our boat shop and add new vessels to our collection.
WITH LIVERY SEASON PASSES you can enjoy UNLIMITED rentals of sail, row, pedal, and paddle boats
both on Lake Union and at CWB’s saltwater site at Cama Beach (motorboat rentals not included). Sneak down for a lunchtime paddle, enjoy a summer row on Saratoga Passage or spend your Sundays sampling sailboats, all with one great pass! Please note that livery passes are only available to CWB members. Here are the passes that we offer:
WEEKDAY PASS “AFTER WORK BOATING” $350
FAIRWEATHER PASS “WARM WEATHER BOATING” $550
DIE-HARD PASS “YEAR-ROUND BOATING” $650
HOUSEHOLD PASS “YEAR-ROUND BOATING FOR TWO” $950
Unlimited boat use (except motorboats) on weekdays during Livery’s Summer and Late Summer Hours (midApril through September)
Unlimited boat use (except motorboats) during Livery’s Summer and Late Summer Hours (mid-April through September)
Unlimited boat use (except motorboats) for 365 days from date of purchase.
Unlimited boat use (except motorboats) for two members of a household; valid for 365 days from date of purhccase. Pass holders may rent 2 boats at the same time.
QUESTIONS? Email: boatrentals@cwb.org
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LIVERY
OUR SOUTH LAKE UNION BOAT RENTAL LIVERY continues a tradition of providing public access to Seattle’s
waterways. Our classic wooden boats are the best way to explore Lake Union: see houseboats and floating homes, seaplanes, working shipyards, and more boats than you can shake an oar at. One hour minimum rental required. No experience is needed to rent a rowboat. Renting a canoe or kayak requires previous experience in those types of boats. Renting a sailboat requires a sailing checkout. Visit cwb.org/sailing-checkout for more information.
BOATS FOR RENT LARGE SAILBOATS SLOOP-RIGGED CAPACITY: 1 - 6 adults
HOURLY RATES: $50 members $65 general
SMALL SAILBOATS GAFF, SPRIT, & LUG-RIGGED
CLASSIC CANOES
CAPACITY:
1 - 2 adults
1 - 4 adults
HOURLY RATES: $35 members $40 general
TRADITIONAL LAUNCHES
ROWBOATS
CANOES
CAPACITY: HOURLY RATES: $25 members $35 general
DOUBLE KAYAKS PLYWOOD STITCHAND-GLUE KAYAKS FOR TWO CAPACITY: 2 adults
HOURLY RATES: $25 members $35 general
CAPACITY: 1 - 4 adults
HOURLY RATES: $30 members $40 general
All passes and boats for rent prices are subject to change. Please note that we have Livery policies in place for your safety and the safety of our boats. We ask that you follow these rules. You can view them here: cwb.org/rent/livery-policies
29 The CWB Gift Shop
Visit Our Expanded Gift Shop in the Wagner Education Center! CWB MEMBERS GET 10% OFF GIFT SHOP PURCHASES Featuring authentic toy and model boats, hats and clothing with our classic "Gillnetter" logo, and the Northwest's largest selection of boatbuilding and woodworking books.
Partnership with Captain's Supplies LLC. CWB has partnered with Seattle institution Captains Supplies LLC to operate the Gift Shop and online store. Founded in 1897, Captain's has supplied nautical charts and navigation instruments to generations of sailors in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Captain's inventory now includes travel gear, field guides, local art, thoughtful gifts, and much more.
Their Mission: To be a global premium marine outfitter providing reliable equipment and expertise for mariners, adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts.
NEW ONLINE STORE Check out our new online store! Browse old favorites and new arrivals, automatically receive member discounts, and take advantage of the new free local pickup option to receive your orders. Shop now at store.cwb.org
LOCATIONS: • 1120 NW Ballard Way Seattle, WA 98107 • Wagner Education Center: 1002 Valley Street Seattle, WA 98109
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Donate a Boat or an Automobile
BUY A BOAT & SUPPORT MARITIME HERITAGE The Center for Wooden Boats fre-
quently accepts boat donations. These boats are sometimes added to our collection of classic wooden boats, but more often they are sold to help us support our hands-on, onthe-water programs for kids of all ages. You can be a part of this tradition by donating or purchasing a boat at CWB!
BOATS FOR SALE
are stored at our Seattle location, either on the docks or in off-site storage. Boats on our docks may be viewed anytime during CWB open hours. Simply ask for the vessel at our Front Desk to receive the keys. Boats that are located at off-site storage may be viewed by appointment.
FOR OFF-SITE APPOINTMENTS, BOAT SALES, AND BOAT DONATIONS PLEASE CONTACT: Steve Greaves Email: boatsforsale@cwb.org 206-371-0486
DONATE AN AUTOMOBILE The Center for Wooden Boats accepts automobile donations
through the nonprofit CARS (Charitable Adult Rides and Services). To donate an automobile go to careasy.org and select The Center for Wooden Boats.
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MEMBERSHIP AT CWB
WHY BECOME A CWB MEMBER?
Since CWB’s founding in 1979, members have been the backbone of our hands-on maritime museum. CWB is your organization, and we couldn’t exist without you. Members provide invaluable support of our youth and adult programming and allow CWB to be a leader in the preservation and interpretation of Pacific Northwest maritime heritage. CWB memberships can be purchased online at www.cwb.org/membership, or by calling us at 206-328-2628. Gift memberships can be purchased year-round. You are also invited to visit in person and purchase a membership at our front desk in the Wagner Education Center. Membership benefits are valid at both CWB in South Lake Union and in Cama Beach State Park. Questions? Email: membership@cwb.org
MEMBER BENEFITS
As a CWB member, you receive many benefits, including discounts on boats rentals, workshops, and purchases in the gift shop. We also offer exclusive members-only events including sneak peeks of new exhibits and an annual member day.
BENEFITS INCLUDE: • • • • • •
An annual copy of CWB’s membership magazine, SHAVINGS Enrollment in CWB’s eNewsletter Up to 25% off on CWB’s award-winning classes and workshops Early registration for some CWB programs, including youth sailing camps 20 to 40% off boat rentals at CWB in South Lake Union 20 to 40% off boat rentals and crab pots at CWB at Cama Beach State Park
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS: Household: $75 • • • •
2 adults at the same mailing address Up to 4 children All member benefits Full amount is tax-deductible
Contributing: $150 • • • • • •
2 adults at the same mailing address Up to 4 children All member benefits One hat or tee-shirt from the CWB gift shop One complimentary sail checkout $35 is not tax-deductible
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10% off purchases in the CWB store Ability to rent the Boatman’s Cabin at CWB at Cama Beach Ability to reserve seats during CastOFF! Sunday Public Sail subject to availability)” Ability to purchase a Livery Season Pass for unlimited boat rentals (does not incl. Cama Beach motorboat rentals) Seasonal discounts of up to 50% on CWB facility rentals, including the Wagner Education Center and the floating Boathouse
Captain’s Circle: $1,000 • • • • • • •
2 adults at the same address Up to 4 children All member benefits One hat or tee-shirt from the CWB gift shop One complimentary sail checkout A periodic organization update from the Executive Director $35 is not tax-deductible
DISCOUNT MEMBERSHIPS: Student: $25 • • • •
1 student Must have proof of valid student I.D. All member benefits Full amount is tax-deductible
Senior: $25 • • •
1 adult 62 and older All member benefits Full amount is taxdeductible
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33 Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival 2018 Recap
On September 29 & 30, The 42nd Annual Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival brought Lake Union Park alive in a celebration of maritime heritage.
The Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival is CWB’s signature event. Last year, CWB hosted dozens of historic boats ranging from small rowboats to 100-foot pleasure boats and work boats. The 2018 festival offered plenty of fun and informative experiences for people of all ages and abilities. There were activities such as youth toy boat building and pond boat sailing, traditional boatbuilding demonstrations for curious adults, and free public sail and boat rides. Boat owners opened up their vessels to attendees, and the docks were filled with community members throughout the weekend. This was also the first public event to use the newly-completed Wagner Education Center. CWB provides access to the water without barriers, and the festival marked the end of the summer season with a fun, inclusive event in the heart of Seattle.
THE EVENT IN NUMBERS 5,200
ATTENDEES
165
WOODEN BOATS
2 DAYS
OF FESTIVAL
700+
PUBLIC SAIL PARTICIPANTS
2,000
YOUTH SERVED
852
WOODEN TOY BOATS BUILT
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GALA & AUCTION 2019 FEBRUARY 23, 2019
RECEPTION & SILENT AUCTION: 5:30 to 7:00 PM Wagner Education Center DINNER & LIVE AUCTION: 7:00 to 9:30 pm The Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI)
Tickets for Auction 2019 are Available! The Center for Wooden Boats’ Gala & Auction is our largest fundraiser of the year. Your generous support will: • Welcome over 4000 youth to our docks for hands-on experiences. • Preserve a fleet of heritage small craft for all to sail & appreciate. • Ensure access to the water for our entire community- for free! • Change lives one boat at a time
WAGNER EDUCATION CENTER GRAND OPENING! We’re so excited to finally be able to share a dream come true that has been years in the making. The Wagner Education Center will have a formal grand opening celebration in the Spring of 2019 and we hope to see you all there! Be on the lookout for save-the-date announcements in our e-Newsletter and invitation correspondences in the coming months. Thank you all for promoting and preserving this small craft heritage that is wooden boats! We couldn’t have done it without you.
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