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Kari Anne Røisland, head of the Wooden Boat Festival

21 July 2023 · 22 min · 242 views · Risør

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The Risør Trebåtfestival celebrates its 40th anniversary from 3 to 5 August, marking four decades since the event began as a boat fair.0:25 The festival has evolved into a broader cultural venue that integrates traditional boat preservation with modern maritime interests, including electric motors and future-oriented wind power discussions.0:25 Approximately 100 vessels are expected to attend, ranging from small clinker-built rowboats to large historic ships like the newly restored Eileen, which serves as the festival's flagship.10:57 International participation includes classic yachts from Germany, Denmark, and Sweden, with two 12-meter yachts, Anita and Sintra, representing the German contingent.5:50 The programme features practical demonstrations of traditional crafts such as log building, window restoration, and sailmaking, alongside regattas for various boat classes, including 12.5-metre yachts, motorboats, and traditional sailing cutters.13:02 Educational components include lectures on local boatbuilding history and the construction of the kanonjolle.15:09 The event also hosts a dedicated children’s programme featuring pirate shows and storytelling.21:22

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