> i saw a program on tv about a cheap kayak made from lath and painting drop
> cloths. the boat was waterproofed by painting it with 3 coats of marine
> paint. i would like to get plans for this type of boat to make a couple of
> kayaks for my kids. does anyone know where i can get these plans? has
> anyone built this type of boat? what luck did you have with them? how did
> they perform? ed

I saw what I believe is the program you are referring to. It was the 'Woodwright's Shop' on PBS which sadly is no longer on. The host of the show (I forget his name) also wrote several books, one of which has a section on the kayak. The books are still published - you could go out and find it, or if you wish, e-mail me your mailing address and I will send you a photocopy. Be warned, these are not plans in the usual sense, but just a general guide to doing this yourself in a creative way. I think you could just wing it and do fine. Make sure to post a picture when you are done.

Bill wdrislan@bev.etn.com