Stem for winding rivers

[Brad C]

I just removed the stem from my OT Yankee. This must have been a design feature for winding rivers. I don't know the history behind this but it looks like it was hit hard on one side breaking the stem and ribs on one side and staying like this for a long time. I see steam bending in my future. I'm sure the cat will help.
Brad C

 

[Kathryn Klos]

Cats and dogs are a great help when it comes to canoe restoration. Cats seem to prefer that the canoe stays indoors, as a kitty-hangout; dogs seem to prefer canoes on water. But both species will provide support and encouragement during the actual restoration-- and will usually show up when the camera comes out!

 

[Scot T]

Hey brad, that is one of those rare "Salvador Dali Designed" OT canoes. The inspiration came from one of his most beloved paintings "The Persistance of Memory"

You have a real treasure there. It'll be nice to see it back on the water.