A rainy day in the Wrangell, Alaska shipyard with our 80’ steel schooner Alaskan Gypsy. After rescuing her from sinking in Ketchikan, I’m inside tackling the next challenge — demolishing the bathroom (head) to reach a badly corroded section of hull plating. This short clip shows a small moment in a big refit — breaking down the old vanity, cutting out rotten plywood, and facing the reality of steel boat restoration. Watch the full 22-minute video for the complete story:https://youtu.be/lhaqaTvnZAQ #SteelBoat #BoatRestoration #ShipyardLife #SailboatRefit #BoatDIY #WrangellAlaska

This is just a short edit from our 16 minute video updating viewers on the current status of our steel sailboat restoration project we are doing in Wrangell, Alaska. Watch the full video here - https://youtu.be/KGFO1-b7P20?si=x6ixDzJ-OwIJsRC-

A shorty peek at removing an emergency boat repair patch on our steel motorsailer Alaskan Gypsy. Armed with a hammer and chisel, I take on a temporary fix made of Z-Spar Splash Zone epoxy, 3M 5200 marine adhesive, a rubber gasket, and an aluminum backing plate. This short clip shows just how tough these materials bond — and why I hope I never have to do this again. 👉 For the full breakdown and repair process, check out the long version on our channel -- https://youtu.be/aDeaPw7b6VY

Just a little spoof from life aboard the S/V Alaskan Gypsy in Wrangell, Alaska. Flood watch in effect… or maybe just Scott on the radio with a cup of tea. 👉 Subscribe for more real adventures (and the occasional silly skit) as we restore our 80’ steel schooner and share the highs, lows, and laughs of shipyard life. https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlaskanGypsy/ There is actually a real weather advisory in effect. Check it out: NWS Juneau AK Area: Petersburg Borough; Prince of Wales Island; City and Borough of Wrangell; City of Hyder Description: An anticipated AR will be moving into the panhandle Thursday through Saturday with a high confidence of bringing between 4 and 7 inches of rain in 48 hours to the southern half of the panhandle. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...The following areas, Prince of Wales, Southern Inner Channels and Central Inner Channels. This includes the cities of Petersburg, Craig, Klawock, Hydaburg, Coffman Cove, Thorne Bay, Wrangell, and Hyder. * WHEN...From 10 PM AKDT this evening through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, other low-lying areas and flood-prone locations.