June 2017
Freya Homecoming Celebration
Due to extreme weather conditions on the Atlantic Ocean, the return of the Freya has been delayed and the celebration for May 27 was postponed. This historic sailboat built by Gilbert Klingel in the 1950’s is returning to the place where she was built. The Freya, recently donated to the Mathews Maritime Foundation, will be on display at the Gwynn’s Island Boat Yard dock and will serve as an educational vessel. For more information contact [email protected] Directions: Cross the bridge…
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Boat Building & Restoration – MMF
Boat Building & Restoration Mathews Maritime Foundation, Gwynn's Island Boat Shop Ongoing, every Sat. through November, from 9am-Noon At the Gwynn's Island Boat Shop on State Rte 633, Grimstead, VA 23064. Here's a link to find it on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/7YbwVevfUCrr4EQ39 Free Stop in, take up a tool and help, or just watch and learn. An easy way to gain skills in boat repair and restoration. All ages welcome. Photo: Canoe building at the Boat Shop
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