Description
The Duck Trap Wherry is a classic, lapstrake (clinker-built) rowing and sailing wherry designed by Walt Simmons of Duck Trap Woodworking in Lincolnville, Maine (USA). Introduced in 1980, it's inspired by 18th- and 19th-century Lincolnville salmon wherries and Newfoundland trap skiffs used in the Atlantic salmon fishery of Penobscot Bay. These boats were workhorses for hauling nets, designed for efficiency under oar and stability when beached. The modern Duck Trap version emphasizes amateur-friendly glued-lapstrake plywood construction, blending historical authenticity with contemporary ease. Available in lengths of 14', 15', or 16', it's a versatile dayboat for solo or duo use, excelling in sheltered waters. Over hundreds have been built from plans, with many featured in WoodenBoat magazine and owner builds worldwide, including custom modifications for outboards or sprit rigs.
