Choptank Boatworks
10369 River Road Unit 3
Denton, Maryland 21629
410 479 0050
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News & Updates from Choptank Boatworks
New Construction of
Great Island Rowboat

Upcoming Shop Projects

  • Restoration of 18ft Power Boat
  • Restoration of '57 Century Resorter

Choptank Boatworks builds one boat at a time. No shortcuts, just quality materials and workmanship. We can do any boat up to 50ft.

Construction methods:

1. Wood is durable, resilient, and beautiful.
2. Wood lends itself easily to owner care and maintenance.
3. Wood coupled with modern adhesives provides maximum strength with minimal weight.
4. Wood with proper maintenance, can last a lifetime, and will retain enduring value on the market.
5. Wood appeals to the senses--its aroma, sound, feel, and looks all add to the ownership experience.
-- WoodenBoat Magazine
  • Carvel
  • Lapstrake
  • Strip Planked
  • Glued Plywood
  • Glued Lapstrake
  • Plywood Cold-molded
  • Stitch & Glue

Before choosing a design consider the desired use of the boat, intended capacity, and the type of water you will use the boat in. Below are a few of the designs I have built or admire for their practicality, construction and aesthetics.

Haven 12 1/2 by Joel White

  • Use of boat: Daysailing in bays
  • Capacity: 3-6
  • LOA: 16'
  • Beam: 6'1"

Ellen by John Brooks

  • Use of Boat: Daysailing and rowing in protected waters
  • Capacity: 3
  • LOA: 12'0"
  • Beam: 4'0"
  • Sail Area: 62.5

Snow Goose by Sam Devlin

  • Use of Boat: Hunting, fishing, recreation in bays
  • Capacity: 3 with gear
  • LOA: 15'7"
  • Beam: 5'11"
  • Up to 40 hp motor

Salicornia by John Brooks

  • Use of Boat: Paddling in protected waters
  • Capacity: 1
  • LOA: 15'10"
  • Beam: 29"
Choptank Boatwork's shop rate is $50/hour. To discuss your boat plans and project contact us at 410-673-2977 or patrick@choptankboatworks.com.