Preview: Port Townsend Shipwrights Co-op, A Shipyard Walkabout
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October 19, 2017
Email this Video to a FriendBig buildings, proper machinery, tools, and 12 co-op partners, who manage projects, make up the Port Townsend Shipwrights Co-op. This unique undertaking assures that the city of Port Townsend in Washington will continue to play a leadership role in the maintenance of traditional vessels.
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David Miller says:
Can’t say enough good about this place. Our boat, Sea Nymph II, has been lovingly maintained at the Co-op for several years now and the workmanship is just the best. But what is really special is the working relationship an owner can have with the craftsfolk. It’s about learning and trust and a sense of mutual accomplishment.
Thanks to Tim and all at PTSC!
Eric Howton says:
Great video! Interesting to see they are a part of preserving the ‘Western Flyer’!
mike kitchen says:
I had never heard of Port Townsend’s Co-Op. What an interesting walk through. If I was close My vessel would definitely see the inside of the Co-Op for all restoration and repair work. What a super idea. Thanks Eric!
Peter Hendrickson says:
Many co-ops in Washington. This has got to be among the finest. A fine tour gives due credit to a terrific operation. I never tire of the work from their Pygmy Boat neighbors but my wife keeps looking suspiciously for another set of long boxes appearing on the front porch.
Neil Thompson says:
Excellante. N. Thompson
scott hitt says:
to be a young man again….and stumbling upon the craftsmanship of this caliber would have been life altering! excellent….blessings to you and yours.
James Gallarda says:
These guys are the real deal. I had my 1983 Herreshoff Rozinante repaired there by Pete Rust. Really great guys at a one stop shop. The co-op is a PNW gem!
Theodore Casellini says:
WOW!, WOW!, WOW!. So good to see so much involvement in the boat trades and crafts. It was a real pleasure to be escorted through the Co-op.
Leif Knutsen says:
Thank you for the walk through Erik. It is very nice to see the CO-OP get the exposure it deserves.
Best wishes to the efforts and vision of Off Center Harbors,
Leif Knutsen, an original SHIPWRIGHT’S CO-OP founder
Philip Myer says:
Wow what a busy yard, thanks Eric and Steve.
John Wujack says:
As always, With thanks and appreciation. Port Townsend is always a thrill. Stories everywhere. An example, quickly passed over is Western Flyer, made famous/historic by John Steinbeck and his book, Sea of Cortez.
Charles Hancock says:
Outstanding. The Co-op has been a focal point of the exceptionally vibrant marine trades community of Port Townsend since it’s inception. Very well done vid. Thanks.