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The first step in any restoration project is assessing and agreeing on the work to be done. In this case, we agreed that Ashley River Boatworks would perform repairs needed to the boat, but that re-finishing would be the owner’s responsibility. Often and owner has special talents and can save money by performing some of the work themselves. Continue reading “Restoring a Canoe–Step 1–Assess the Work”