Name: Schooner Adventuress' Fiber Topmast Rig
Start: 2026-09-12T11:00:00-0700
End: 2026-09-12T11:45:00-0700

Saturday September 12, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am PDT

Schooner Adventuress has topmasts again! In part due to our synthetic fiber topmast rig. The replacement of the galvanized wire with fiber removed approximately 180 lbs from her rig. This, in concert with the new hollow topmasts, has greatly improved her stability, and reclaimed her license to fly the tops'ls. Another precedent-setting standard with fiber rigging on inspected vessels.

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Blaise Holly

Owner, Haven Boat Works

Blaise leads a skilled group of 35 people in repairing and restoring historic vessels- like the iconic 120-foot Adventuress, the flawless 96-foot Geary fantail yacht Blue Peter, and the award-winning MV Comrade. The efforts of his crew ensure Haven remains a cornerstone of the Port Townsend maritime community... Read More →

Ian Weedman

Brion Toss Yacht Riggers

Ian Weedman succeeds the late Brion Toss at the helm of the 43-year-old shop in Point Hudson. He has been rigging classic and contemporary sailboats for over 20 years.

Saturday September 12, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
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Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival 2026

Blaise Holly

Ian Weedman

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Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival 2026

Blaise Holly

Ian Weedman

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