Marine Canvas "Makers Space" for Cruisers by Mike Reese

1606 R Avenue,Anacortes WA 98221

22 April, 2023

Description

Marine Canvas Makerspace Being able to work on a project and have a master canvas instructor to answer questions and help you with your sewing projects. If you are interested in making or repairing your boat’s canvas, join us for a 1-day opportunity at the Marine Technology Center to produce and repair quality marine canvas for your boat. We will have the machine set upMike is available to answer questions and keep our equipment workingWe assume you have taken course work, or have basic training as this is a makerspace, not a how-to courseWe are looking forward to offering these multiple times each yearImportant note: In order to ensure the best possible results, this class is strictly limited to 8 participants. Sign up early to ensure your seat! We only have 8 machines so every participant has their own machine. Instructor Bio Mike is a life-long boater and 30-year veteran of the marine industry. His passion for sailing and powerboating has inspired him to learn as much about boats and marine systems as possible. Mike is a professionally trained Marine Surveyor and Marine Canvas Fabricator. He has seven ABYC Certifications, including Marine Electrical, Corrosion, Systems, Diesel Engines, AC/Refrigeration, and more. In previous roles, Mike has managed sailboat rigging shops and installed & serviced marine systems. He has also worked for many of the industry’s premier manufacturers and suppliers of heating systems, marine hardware, running gear components, and propellers. When not helping his clients, Mike and his wife Linda can be found cruising in Northwest waters on their 40-foot trawler or racing around the buoys on their 30-foot sailboat. Mike loves sharing his knowledge and passion for boats and hopes to see you soon at one of our many training events.