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Dates and times for Expo 2010 scale model ship exhibition have now been finalised. To see full details or register click here...

Each year, the Canberra Model Shipwrights Society holds a model boat building course at Ginninderra College - usually with a relatively simple model which allows students to learn the relevant techniques which will allow them to contemplate more complex models. CMSS members and "gurus" help with the instruction and useful guidance for the student's particular interests. Four courses have been held to date and the students have produced some very good models even though, for many, this has been their first attempt.

The course for 2010 is expected to commence on 21st October this year, and the model boat will be the “San Juan” felucca, which is an entry level kit by OcCre.

If you have any further questions please contact the CMSS President: Joe Allen

The Canberra Model Shipwrights Society (Inc) is conducting a Model Wooden Ship/Boat Building course for Beginners in 2009 at the Lake Ginnindera commencing in May. The hands-on course is designed for the absolute beginner. It is intended to give you the basic information for you to build a wooden model ship/boat from a kit. In this course you will be guided through each stage of construction of your own model from a kit.

This year's intended model will be the Bounty's Jolly Boat by Artisania. The course will cost $220.00

The course includes:
• Your own high quality model kit to build during the course
• Basic tool kit
• Friendly guidance and speciality instruction by a number of experienced model builders
• 12 Months membership of the Canberra Model Shipwrights Society (Inc)

If you have any further questions please contact the CMSS Secretary: Joe Allen