Sapperton Landing Wooden Boat Courses and Workshops
The Vancouver Wooden Boat Society offers community programming on woodworking and boatbuilding for enthusiasts of all ages at our Wooden Boat Center in New Westminster, B.C.
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Refund policy
Full refund if the program is cancelled due to lack of registration
Full refund if the written cancellation is received at least seven days before the program is scheduled to start
No refund if cancellation within one week due to the preparation and materials that go into the program.
All course fees are subject to GST and will be added on checkout.
Directions
The center is located at 60 East Columbia Street, New Westminster, B.C. Canada. Click here for Map and directions.
2026 Spring / Summer Programs
21
Mar
2-day Oar Making Workshop – Instructor: Mike Bretner
This hands-on workshop guides participants through the process of crafting a traditional wooden oar from start to finish. Participants will learn about oar design, layout, [...]
18
Apr
Greenland Paddle Making Workshop – Instructor: Rod Tait
This workshop introduces participants to the design and construction of a traditional Greenland-style kayak paddle. Using a solid wood blank, participants will learn layout, shaping, [...]
09
May
2-day course | Small Boat Repair with Fibreglass – Instructor: Rod Tait, Orca Boats
This two-day course provides practical instruction in basic fiberglass repair techniques for small boats such as canoes, kayaks, dinghies, and tenders. Participants will learn how [...]
20
Jun
2-day Introduction to Tool Training & Tool Skills – Instructor: Rod Tait, Orca Boats
This introductory workshop is designed for anyone new to woodworking or looking to build confidence using hand and power tools safely while working on a [...]
18
Jul
1-day workshop | Build a Birdhouse – Instructor: Brian Livsey
This one-day, hands-on workshop introduces participants to basic woodworking skills while building a functional wooden birdhouse to take home. Participants will learn how to safely [...]
15
Aug
Edge Tool Sharpening for Woodworkers
Bring your planes, chisels and any sharpening devices that you have. Instructor: Brian Livsey Skill level: Beginner Duration: 4 hours Outcome: Knowledge and sharpened tools Minimum class size: 4 [...]