Enjoy this excerpt on the Canadian Canoe Museum’s first annual Small Craft Rendezvous, written by Cobourg Kid
...Speaking of Bear Mountain Boats, (one of the major sponsors of the Rendezvous), 2013 marks their fortieth year in business. Over that period Ted Moores, Joan Barrett and their crew of craftspeople have worked tirelessly to design (with the help of Steve killing) and produce, with the help of subcontractor Ron Frenette of Canadian canoes, wooden watercraft, that combine classic lines with the most advanced epoxy strip marine technologies. With such a great team Bear Mountain has in fact become the go to source for plans, kits, how-to videos (one featuring Nick Offerman) and technical support for anyone who wants to craft his/her own, canoe, skiff or sailboat.
Please join us on Saturday June 22nd, 2013 at the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough, Ontario for a Celebration of Small Boats!
If you build, restore, own or want to learn more about small watercraft, don’t miss this opportunity to be surrounded by fellow enthusiasts. There will be live demonstrations, workshops, vendors and special guest speakers. The Canadian Canoe Museum will be open and free.
This years Rendezvous will mark the 40th anniversary of Ted Moores and Bear Mountain Boats. Nick Offerman, an accomplished woodworker, Bear Mountain canoe builder and actor will be a special guest at the event. Nick has a wicked sense of humour and currently stars on NBC’s Parks and Recreation as Ron Swanson. He will entertain you and make you laugh with his thought-provoking insights into the world of woodworking and boatbuilding. If you own or have built a small craft we hope you will bring it along. There will be awards for the best displays and stories told about your boat.