Want to start sailing without spending a fortune? Want to build a sailing boat for your family, community or corporate group. Join the 2022 Family Boatbuilding Weekend!
It is run by the non-profit PHBYC in conjunction with the Taal Lake Yacht Club.
Costs are expected to be between 60 and 65K Peso for a boat that is ready to sail, provided you put in the work.
There are two ways to join the event and build an Oz Goose Sailboat
1/ Join the main event October 28 to 31 and put an Oz Goose together in three days with a good chance of being able to sail on Day 3.
Participants will own their boat. There is also the option of having a part share in a boat.
2/ Build an Oz Goose at home at your own pace using the Video Boatbuilding Course and assisted by online help and advice from instructors and other builders via Facebook and Viber.
Where to Keep Your Oz Goose after the Event
Most builders decide to keep their Oz Goose at the Taal Lake Yacht Club (a little over an hour south of Manila). There are racks available to keep your boat under a roof when not in use.
This is a good option as there are many sailing and learning to sail events at Taal Lake.
Also, the boat can earn money when not in use if you make an agreement that they can rent out your boat when you are not using it. This can cover part of the cost.
There are also Oz Goose Clubs at Subic Bay, Albay, and Butuan.
The other option Is to cartop or trailer your Oz Goose and keep it at home. The boat weighs about 130lbs or 58kg.
