Boat-Building and Boating by Daniel Carter Beard provides comprehensive instructions on constructing various types of boats from canvas canoes to makeshift umbrella canoes and boys'' boats using old shells. The book covers boat maintenance repairs and safety precautions emphasizing practical skills for beginners in boating. It also includes guidance on building a motorboat the Jackson Glider and offers outdoor activities and games for children. With detailed step-by-step guidance and tips for ho