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Restoration of the 1910-built *Tally Ho* continues with the carving of decorative cove lines and bow and stern motifs into the vessel's wana bulwark planks.0:24 To ensure symmetry, templates were created using plywood and transferred to the starboard side via chalk rubbings.10:34 The project remains in the workshop, where the team prioritizes completing interior and structural tasks before moving the boat outdoors for mast stepping and rigging.4:59 While a launch date remains flexible, the current schedule includes an open house event on September 10 in Port Townsend, Washington, coinciding with the local Wooden Boat Festival.12:53 Future plans for the vessel involve sea trials during the winter, followed by long-distance voyages and a return to the Fastnet race.10:20 The restoration team continues to document progress, with plans for a comprehensive walk-around tour to detail the remaining work required before the boat enters the water.

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