Luzier Boat Works (last of the great builders)

At 92 years old, George Luzier, for the past 60 years, has designed and built over 140 renowned classic wooden boats from his small shop in an industrial park in north Sarasota.


a newly designed Luzier boat being built for a client

3 classic Luzier power boats being restored

admirers and other boat builders gather daily in George's office for lunch, where George always eats at his desk.

sailboats and power boats built by George over the past 60 years.

a unique Luzier designed deep hull with 'twin screws'. Capt. Bob Shonner at the helm during those early years.

George today in his machine shop, still working with his ancient drill press.

A "roller reefing cam lock" (wooden pattern) handmade by George. Used as a template before casting.

The "Bayou Belle" - a typically classic, Luzier designed 26 ft "Sports Fisherman" under restoration.

my presence has been requested ....

Several months ago, my daughter-in-law Michele, asked if I would be returning to their little home town of Wood Acre - a small town in northern California, where chickens rule the back yard - where dogs and horses wander out-front.  It was there, on Halloween two years ago, where I had placed a setup outside by the street - a 'fortune telling' table with a bottle of whiskey, a crystal ball, candles and an old pack of Tarot cards.

Apparently, (particularily) some of the local parents and children were hoping for my return, for a final summation, for that final 'reading'.  And some had recently asked Michele, whether I might appear once again with some of their forgotten answers - and answers for their, oh so many questionable questions.  So it appears they take it somewhat serious.  And now my flight is booked.