Handcrafted Wooden Canoe

Handcrafted Wooden Canoe This handcrafted, custom-made canoe was built in Alexis des Mont, Norther Quebec over the course of two years (1977-1978). Typical of canoes of this quality it’s estimated to have taken 500 hours to build. Upon completion the canoe it was widely used in Canadian waters and Provincial Park lakes in the Ste. Alex des Mont area. This 16 foot (15’ 5”) canoe is crafted from clear cedar strip, has two rawhide, cane woven seats and a complete transparent fiberglass covering on the exterior.

Lightweight for easy potage (~52 lbs.) this is canoe is perfectly suited for solo or two-person portage. Built for rugged use and designed for fishing and hunting expeditions in the wilderness. This canoe is easy to paddle, well balanced and has a classic, elegant look. Well-constructed wooden canoes last for generations and are completely restorable. This canoe was totally refurbished in 2007 – 2008 by Ray Brierly of Canoe Passage Outfitters in Raynham, MA and has not been used since.

Nose had some minor damage that was fixed by local woodboating artisian. New this canoe would sell for $8,000 - $9,000. Comparing to Old Town wooden canoes – 16’ canoes are $8,000+, 17’ canoes are $9,000+ and weigh 76 – 85 lbs. Making for tough portage or handle by a single person. Compare on Wooden Boat Magazine – a used 15’ cedar strip Adirondack Guide canoe for sells for $6,000.

Adirondack Guide Boat Company in Charlotte, VT is selling a new 13’ Adirondack Guideboat Raider from Tamarack Boatworks for $12,000. This is a beautiful, one of kind classic, clear cedar strip canoe in fantastic condition. Email now with your interest and to coordinate pick-up or delivery. Sam St. Mary phone)