Currently our courses are open for expressions of interest. If you don’t see a date on the course below please contact us for more information.
FULL DAY LANDING NET COURSE
Join us for a hands-on, immersive experience in the traditional craft of landing net making. This full-day course delves into the time-honoured techniques used by boatbuilders, blending craftsmanship and nature’s finest materials.
Throughout the day, you’ll be guided through the art of steam bending, a classic technique used to shape wooden components with precision and care. We will focus on using traditional boat-building woods such as Huon Pine and King Billy Pine—timbers renowned and loved for their strength, flexibility, and beautiful grain. You’ll learn how to carefully craft each piece with hand tools like spoke shaves and hand planes, a perfect introduction to the art of woodworking. You’ll also get a knowledge of wood glues, learning how to choose and apply the right adhesive to ensure lasting durability in your net frame.
The course runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with breaks to ensure a relaxed, enjoyable learning experience. Whether you're a beginner or have some woodworking experience, this course offers a perfect blend of tradition and technique. By the end of the day, you’ll leave with your very own hand crafted landing net and a deeper appreciation for Tasmania’s rich history of boat building.
Come and immerse yourself in a day of hands-on woodcraft!
FURTHER INFORMATION
Dates:
Friday 13th of February - Fully Booked
Friday 27th of February - Wait List Only! Please inquire below
Friday 6th of March - Only One Spot Available. Inquire below.
Friday 1st of May - Available for bookings
Friday 5th of June - Available for bookings
We can run occasionally run this course on demand - please use the contact form and let us know which dates you are available
Course Fee: $220 or $195 depending on the net size
We now also have the option available to make a longer handle, which is easier to use from a boat. There will be an extra charge, depending on the length. Please let us know at the time of booking.
Participants: Two to four participants
Experience level: No experience required
Course Details: The course starts at 9am and we take a morning and afternoon break and stop for lunch