Looking
for something worthwhile to do this summer?
Why
not build your own boat? (and learn to sail it!) PHBYC’s 3rd Family Boatbuilding
Weekend (FBW)
Yes! Bring families and groups together with a fun, achievement-oriented
project - build your own real boat in two days and start
using it on the same weekend. Family Boatbuilding is an
inexpensive introduction to boat building, beginning with
the construction of a dinghy. Develop teamwork
and friendships, enjoy quality productive time with family
and friends while building – ending with your first
outing on the water in your very own boat. Take it home
with you!
The
Philippine Home Boatbuilder’s Yacht Club (PHBYC) will
be holding the 3rd annual Family Boatbuilding
Weekend on 4 -5 April 2009 at Taal Lake Yacht Club (TLYC), in
Talisay, Batangas, on the shores of beautiful Taal Lake. View photos of past FBW events here.
Who
can join?
Families or groups are invited to join the Family Boat Building
Weekend: grandparents, parents and kids, boy and girl scout
troops, friends and neighbors, etc. All you need to build
a boat with your family or group is dedication – to
the project and to each other.
What
will I get out of it?
Develop a strong sense of achievement as each person contributes
to the construction of a real boat. From school-age kids
to grandparents, everyone can help in the building process.
At the conclusion of the event, participants launch their
new boats for their first adventure on the water! And of
course have their own boat to take home at the end of event.
As an added extra this year, we are giving participants the option to build a sailboat (complete with sails!) that they can learn to sail on the same weekend. PHBYC Instructors will be on hand to provide sailing lessons to interested participants. It's definately an activity everyone in the family can enjoy.
What
skills do I need?
Very basic carpentry skills: if you can hammer a nail, drive in a screw or use a paintbrush, You can Build
a Boat! PHBYC will provide pre-cut parts that you can assemble
in two days time. Experienced olunteers will be present
to guide you through the entire process.
What
kind of boat?
Summer Breeze, 11’ 8” foot skiff –
An award winning design by David Beede, the Summerbreeze
is a good all around dinghy that can be rowed, sailed or
motored (with a small outboard motor). PHBYC chose this
design for ease
of building, good carrying capacity and versatility.
Length:
11’ 8”
Beam:
4’ 2”
Weight:
100lbs
Capacity:
500lbs.
Video of Kuton's Sailing Summerbreeze on Taal lake
How
much?
Participation fee per family or group is Php 6,500
for the hull only kit and 8,500 for the sailboat kit, inclusive of:
Boat
Kit and materials
Pre-cut
plywood panels
Necessary
lumber
Fasteners
Epoxy
Glue
Paint
Entrance fee to the venue for 3 persons (P100 per additional
person)
Safety
gear
3
pcs. dust masks
3
pcs. dust goggles
3
pcs. knitted gloves
1
pc. chemical respirator
Quality
Instruction from PHBYC Volunteers
Sailing version includes:
Sail
Leeboard
Rudder with tiller
Bamboo Spars
Basic sailing instruction
Please
bring the following:
Essential tools:
hammer
(2 pcs. )
flat
head screw driver (1 pcs.)
Phillips
screwdriver (1 pcs.)
Power
or manual drill
2"
paint brush (2 pcs.)
Other
tools will be available during the event.
Safety gear:
disposable
rubber gloves
Work
clothing: hats or caps, sunscreen, long sleeved shirts,
pants.
For
the boating options, wooden oars or paddles can be made
during the event, or made ahead of time by the participants,
plans for oars are available here.
You
can bring your own paddles if you have any, and If you have your own life jackets, bring
them too!
Food
and Accomodation:
BYO (Bring Your Own) meals, water and family-friendly beverages (no corkage at the venue).
No meals are included in the registration fee. There are
restaurants and stores nearby where you can buy your meals.
Accommodation options:
Neighboring
resort prices range from Php1,000 - Php4,500+ per night,
subject to availability. Best to book early or let us
know if you need booking assistance.
Camping in the venue is about Php100 per tent, with clean
common Toilet & Bath. Most instructors and several
participants are bringing their own camping gear.
Talisay
is an hour away from Alabang so for some, it may be convenient
to drive home after the first day’s building and
come back the next morning.
Registration Registration for the 3rd Family Boat Building Weekend is Closed, as all slots have already been taken. If you are interested in participating in future FBWs please email us
Looking
for something worthwhile to do this summer?
