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Spira International Free E-Books and Videos

We've put together some valuable information that will assist you in deciding on, starting and succeeding at your boat building venture. If you have any suggestions for additional information that would be useful, please don't hesitate to drop us a note and make a suggestion.

Free Video About How to build a Boat

I put this youtube video up to describe some of my experience with boats and boat building



Free Video About Predicting the Weather

Ever want to know how to predict the weather just by looking at the clouds. Here's a section of my seamanship, navigation and boating safety class, I have been teaching in adult school in Long Beach California for the past few years.





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Free E-Book - Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Boat Building

This is a must read for anyone considering building a boat. Inside I also include a set of plans to build my Huntington Harbor kayak, a nice little, easy to build 12 footer.

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Free E-Book - How to Smoke Fish

Here are some things I learned about one of my favorite hobbies, smoking fish. I discuss how to prepare fish for smoking, how to smoke them, plus what kinds of smokers and fuels to use.

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