An Oughtred Eun na Mara in Port Townsend Washington

Kamis, 25 Februari 2016

An Oughtred Eun na Mara in Port Townsend Washington

About four years ago (where did all the time go?) we heard of an Eun na Mara, that fine little cruiser from the board of Iain Oughtred, being launched in Venice, Italy. Then as now I am smitten by this design and have often dreamed of building one for myself. I know I say that often and its always true. But if I could build only one boat in my lifetime, this could well be it.

With this in mind, you might imagine how pleased I am to see an Eun na Mara nearing completion right here in the Pacific Northwest.
David Jones, of Port Townsend, Washington is building his version at the Northwest Maritime Center, with help from the staff at that fine institution.

David has been working on his boat project for a couple years and Ive heard about it from friends, but just recently contacted him to ask about his progress. It seems he is nearing completion and hopes to launch her in late spring:

"Hi Michael,

I have visited your excellent doryman blog and have enjoyed it!

By May we should be in the water or very nearly so. Im working 6 days a week full-time to keep this project progressing, and it is moving along on schedule. Im now varnishing exterior parts, so I can mask and paint the topside. The spars now being varnished as well. Lots of labor, but I really enjoy working with the friends at the Northwest Maritime Center. Thanks for your interest, and well go sailing together when shes wet.
Best regards,