Port Townsend Shipwrights Co-Op Blog
In the metal shop, Zeke is making spreader fittings and compression bands for Destiny. He is working off of drawings by Dave Griswold and engineering as he builds the rigging parts. Each diameter must be considered individually and the right strength determined in the process. There is a fine balance between building a high quality, durable part without too much weight. This streamlined gear will maintain a smooth sailing performance aboard Destiny.
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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
For the health and safety of our community and crew we are following the Governor’s recommendation and closing our business down for two weeks. We are still available via phone or email to answer questions about your upcoming projects. We look forward to seeing you all once this has
Co-op Member for 23 years, Curtis Schloe retired this spring. Since then, he has been spending his time fishing with friends and family in the San Juan Islands between working on his 45 foot converted troller, Gladys Mae. Curtis was hired at Port Townsend Shipwright’s Co-op in 1984, filling
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
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
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
For the health and safety of our community and crew we are following the Governor’s recommendation and closing our business down for two weeks. We are still available via phone or email to answer questions about your upcoming projects. We look forward to seeing you all once this has
Co-op Member for 23 years, Curtis Schloe retired this spring. Since then, he has been spending his time fishing with friends and family in the San Juan Islands between working on his 45 foot converted troller, Gladys Mae. Curtis was hired at Port Townsend Shipwright’s Co-op in 1984, filling
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
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
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