Flying Swan is a complete rebuild for Pete Rust and Greg Fredricks. It is a beautiful process to observe the great attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that is required for a project of this magnitude.
Port Townsend Shipwrights Co-Op Blog
As 2021 comes to a close and we reflect on this year, we would like to thank everyone for all the support during another unusual year. This year marks our 40th-anniversary of repairing, constructing, and maintaining all types of boats. We’ve come quite a ways from building our original
Today Alison Wood, a long-time employee at Port Townsend Sails, walks through deploying and using her Lazy Jack system aboard her boat S/V Juichi, a Downeast 32. She and her husband, Ron Hicken, have cruised extensively in the Pacific Northwest, including circumnavigating Vancouver Island and cruising Alaska. Alison built her
Interested in joining our crew? We are hiring for several positions including – Shipwright with experience in structural repairs and interior joinery Marine Electrician Mechanic Marine plumbing and systems Metal worker-welder Painter (finisher) Rigger General labor We are an equal opportunity employer and offer competitive pay and a benefits
We are excited to announce that the Port Townsend Shipwrights have entered an agreement to purchase Hasse & Company Port Townsend Sails! PT Sails has been at the forefront of the Marine Trades in Port Townsend since Carol Hasse opened its doors in 1978 and has developed a world-renowned
The 1972 Grand Banks Alaskan 49 CONSCIOUS (ex-SALACIA) has gotten a new bow thruster! If you have been following our shop’s progress for a while, you may recognize this great Pacific Northwest cruiser from 2006 when our mechanical department did a great job on a thorough overhaul and update of
We are currently seeking an experienced full time mechanic, who has at least 5 years experience in a mechanical trade – marine, aviation, or automotive fields will be considered. A strong background in diesel engines, refrigeration and hydraulics is a plus. We offer competitive pay and a benefits package. Please
Hi Greg,
Dad came in to the pharmacy on Saturday and gave me your contact which I found on Google. I am intrigued at what you are doing and I presume the picture I see is in fact you! All doing well in South Africa. We’ve had endless rain and will soon be developing webbed feet! Regards, Col Dormer
The black and white is a beautiful way to capture the grain-lines in the wood. Love the images!!