We are a group of model ship builders in Colorado dedicated to promoting,
developing, and furthering scale model shipbuilding. We are about 50 strong,
building many types and sizes of model ships – from Egyptian barges to WWII
destroyers, ships in bottles to all-paper models, miniature liners to four-foot
men of war. Several members and their creations have won national and regional
awards, and some have built models now on display in maritime museums
nationwide.
But we’re not all expert modelers. Some members are working on their first
models. They get advice and encouragement from those who are more experienced,
and the goal is for everyone to enjoy the hobby of building model ships and to
get the satisfaction of completing and displaying their handiwork.
Contact our Skipper, Phil von der Heydt, at 817-832-7631 or at (bvdh@aol.com).
Rocky Mountain Shipwrights usually meet every third Saturday at
Rockler Woodworking – 2553 South Colorado Blvd – 303-782-0588
Store opens at 9:00am, meeting starts at 9:30am
Next Meeting: January 18th, 2025
Anyone interested in model ships is invited to attend and participate in the
fun, watch the featured presentation and the “show and tell”, and chat with the
members. If you’re having any problems in constructing your model, you’re sure
to get plenty of advice here.
At our next meeting on January 18th, Jay Phillips will be giving a presentation on Sir Francis Drake’s Golden Hind. We will be watching a video that covers the Golden Hind’s framework, planking and decking, masts and spars, sail plan, standing and running rigging, armament, operation, and navigation. The video will be shown interactively and will be paused when audience members wish to make corrections or add comments.
A 3-D Computer Reconstruction of Sir Francis Drake’s Golden Hind of 1577
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Monthly workshop, too: In addition to our regular monthly meeting, we host a
monthly workshop where members (and guests) can work on their builds while
enjoying the company, the coffee and goodies, the tips and tricks, and the
conversations in an informal three-to-five hours. Questions about the
workshop? Call Ralph Buckwalter – 303-914-0897.
Workshops are held on the first Saturday of the month.
Next workshop: Feb 1st, 2025
Arvada City Hall (Police Station entrance)
8101 Ralston Road, Arvada CO.
