Nate Piper is the owner-operator of Piper Boatworks in Rye, New Hampshire. In his SPI recording, Nate talks about growing up in seacoast New Hampshire, where, as a young man, he was given his initial exposure to boating and gained invaluable experience working at local boatyards and marinas. This hands-on experience laid a strong foundation for his future in boatbuilding. Nate went on to attend the Landing School of Boatbuilding and Design in Kennebunkport, Maine before further honing his skills and knowledge working on a number of historical replica projects up and down the East Coast.
In addition to running Piper Boatworks, Nate founded The Boatshop at Strawbery Banke in 2016. The boat-building camps and workshops that he oversees there provide aspiring boatbuilders with a rich, immersive experience. Nate strongly advocates for getting tools into the hands of young people and allowing them the space and freedom to experiment and be creative.
Book Recommendations:
A Kid's Book on Boatbuilding (Young child/beginner)
Building Small Boats (Advanced)
Off Center Harbor Videos:
Introducing Kids to Boats, Part 1 – A Sense of Command
Introducing Kids to Boats, Part 2 – The Blink of an Eye
How to Build a Beautiful Skiff, Part 1 – An Idea is Born With Eric Blake
