Laying Heron’s Keel: Making Trunnels

| September 20, 2009

The first course of Heron's keel is laid in place.
We began laying Heron‘s keel on June 27, 2009. Her keel is three thicknesses of white oak planking held together with locust trunnels. Yes, we made the trunnels. Okay, Chris made most of ‘em, but I made several dozen at least while I was home [...]

Battle of Plattsburgh 195th Anniversary

| September 17, 2009

The Merganser‘s crew recently returned from a wonderful time participating in the Battle of Plattsburgh Association’s 2009 commemorative weekend. See Brian’s photos posted here. (Sarah’s photos to come later.)
Coming next: October 17-18, 2009 – The reenactment of the 1777 attack on Kingston, NY.

After that, all the camps started to be broken down as people prepared [...]