After doing more online research, I've had a strangely difficult time finding out about indigenous cultures that are extra aquatic... so I've decided to spend my time pursuing the other half of the same venture. I have been researching south florida and its extensive history in boat building and toying with the concept of some sort of partnership with a manufacturer to source materials and or instructors.
South Florida has hundreds of boat manufacturers of all kinds and is known for it. In linking students with professionals we can build relationships as well as knowledge.
Below there is a great link with a couple articles about some high school students responses to building wooden boats as an extracurricular activity.
Elevator Pitch: High school students in south Florida will come together in an elective class to build boats with industry professionals, teaching team work, communication skills, and a trade skill. Once built the boats will be shipped in sets to river based cultures in countries around the world.
List of Florida Boat Builders
High School Boat Build
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