first post: been lurking since nov '98 . I started a Georgian Bay at that time. I got of to a slow start....then quit progress in May of '99. I just started again 2 weeks ago....this board has helped to renew my interest. The bottom sides are stripped 6 inches up and the keel pieces have been set and now i'm filling in. I would be happy to compare notes. I have learned so much here....thanks to all who have shared thier knowledge.