It is not difficult to built a canoe or kayak. It can be both time-consumming and habit-forming, but it is not hard.

To me, the choice between a kit and plans depends on how you want to spend your time. I want to build canoes and kayaks, not cut strips or forms, so I buy kits.

Have fun with it.

> I have no boat building experience, but have a moderate amount
> of woodworking experience. I've been wanting to build a canoe for
> some time - should I go with a kit, or buy plans and materials? Or
> will I be in over my head with either one? (if I spend the money and
> screw it up my wife will not be happy) I'll be doing this on my own
> with no help other than what support I can get from my supplier. Thanks.
>