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Apprentice for a Day Shipyard Programs

Apprentice for a Day Shipyard Programs

CBMM offers a number of hands-on programs in the Shipyard throughout the year through its Apprentice for a Day Program. These include demonstrations, workshops, intensives with visiting master craftsmen, on-the-water experiences, and customizable programming.

 

For more information, contact Shipyard Programs Manager Jenn Kuhn at afad@cbmm.org or call 410-745-4980.

Upcoming Programs 

MAY
May 14 – Skills Demo: Building a Tool Box
May 17 – Coffee & Wood Chips
FULL: May 22 – Guided Paddle & Tasting
May 26, June 2 & 9 – Boater’s Safety
May 28 – Skills Demo: Pintles and Gudgeons

JUNE
June 5 – Learn the Art of Caulking
FULL: June 5–7 – Kayak Instructor Certification
June 11 – Skills Demo: Delaware Restoration
June 12 – New to Paddling Workshop
June 21 – Coffee & Wood Chips
June 25 – Skills Demo: Rigging Maryland Dove

JULY
July 12–14 – Boater’s Safety
July 19 – Coffee & Wood Chips
FULL: July 23 – Full Buck Moon Paddle
July 24 – Learn the Art of Caulking

AUGUST
Aug. 11 – Paddling with the President
Aug. 23 – Coffee & Wood Chips
Aug. 25, Sept. 1 & 8 – Boater’s Safety
Aug. 28 – Guided Paddle & Tasting

REGISTERING FOR AFAD COURSES

Email CBMM’s Shipyard Education Programs Manager Jenn Kuhn at jkuhn@cbmm.org or call 410-745-4980 to register. Shipyard courses are subject to change year to year, with registration required.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Participants are expected to wear closed-toe shoes for all programs held in the Boatshop. The Boatshop does not have an HVAC system, so please dress accordingly for the weather outdoors. All personal protective equipment, materials, and tools are provided unless otherwise noted. We encourage participants to bring a bag lunch for all workshops and intensives.

Download the Apprentice for a Day Program catalog to learn more.

REFUND POLICY

Due to the popularity of museum programs and our frequency of wait lists, refunds will only be issued for cancellations made with at least one week (7 days) advance notice. All refunds will be credited to the card of purchase within 48–72 hours of the cancellation.