This foundational program engages youth in year-round apprenticeships in boat building, sail making (program year 2015-2016) and competitive sailing. Participants work with PWBF boat builders to master the tools, materials and techniques of traditional wooden boat building while being supported in developing and achieving their personal and educational goals.
Central to the program is a driving question that is posed, re-examined and reflected upon throughout the year: “What are the things I will learn during the building and sailing of a wooden boat that will help me in other aspects of my life?” This learning style enables youth to engage in a process of ongoing action and reflection that encourages a meta-cognitive understanding of choices and their outcomes.
Synopsis
Apprenticeships in traditional wooden boat building, sail making and competitive sailing.
Objective
To introduce youth to a craft while also addressing their academic and social-emotional needs.
Duration
Program begins annually in September and runs year-round, including a focused 6-week summer session.
Frequency
Cohorts meet on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 3:30-6:30pm; open session on Friday from 3:00-6:00pm
Program hours
345 hours annually per student