My stepson recently completed his 2nd aluminum hull, and raffled it off to help a friend. One of his best friends was killed in a car accident a few weeks ago, and left a pregnant widow and a 2 year old daughter. Dustin decided he would build a boat, raffle it off, and give her the proceeds to help with bills, collecting $5,400 in raffle tickets, and gave to her. He put his heart into it and brought the hull by last night. This thing is as solid as a tank!
Gonna start making some pirogues for duck season as well. This kid is eaten up with enthusiasm, and it is a joy to see him coming into his own!