Instructors
Phil Winger
St. Paul, MN
Phil began his adventure into wooden boatbuilding at North House in 1998. Since then, he has enjoyed the opportunity to build many boats, representing a variety of construction styles. One of his favorite projects was a 16-½-foot cedar lapstrake “Dispro” powered by an electric motor embedded in the rudder. His students are encouraged to innovate, improvise, and achieve high standards of craftsmanship. For Phil, one of the most rewarding aspects of the craft is passing it on.
Current Courses Offered by Phil Winger
Building the Norse Pram: Intro to Lapstrake Construction
An old Norse saying goes, “A person without a boat is a mere prisoner.” This class is a…
Mon, Jun 22nd, 2026 – Sun, Jun 28th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Past Courses Offered by Phil Winger
Canoe vs. Kayak: An Intro to Skin-On-Frame Building
West Greenland Kayak Paddle
West Greenland Kayak Paddle: Make Your Own
West Greenland Skin-on-Frame Kayak: Build Your Own