Applegate Boatworks in Veneta, OR, US (United States)

The original pirogues were cypress dugout canoes carved by the Native Americans in the lower Mississippi Valley. The Cajun people adopted the pirogue when they came to Louisiana. The dugout canoes continued to be made into the 20th century. 

In my shop I can build a Zydeco with a good finish in 40 to 50 hours. That is with a high quality finish. If you are bold and in a hurry you can certinly finish the boat in less time with a simple finish. If you are cautious and meticulous it could you take longer than the average. 

Length : 14 ft / Beam : 6 ft / Draft : 3 ft 7 " CB down / Draft : 6" CB up SailArea : 110 sqft / main sail : 74 sqft / jib : 36 sqft Designed by John McCallum - Applegate Boatworks built 1986 Veneta Oregon 541-935-2370 email at:applegateboatworks@applegateboatworks.com 

Two Moons is a replica of a Makah Indian cedar dugout canoe. This was my first coastal canoe replica. I built it in 1990 for my family's use. The name comes from one of my sons. When he was 5 years old he held a half circular shaped rock up toward the half Moon in the sky and said "Look! Two moons. 

Manufacturers, you can call the customer service departments (sometimes found on the can or label) and ask for hints.