Rolf et.al.,

I tried to run a search for references to books on how to build your own boat. I presume using the GRP (glass reinforced plywood, correct?) method?

Where would one start with this type of thing? I know it would most likely cost more to home-build a boat (in time and materials), and that's assuming there are design plans already out there....

How did you and other home-builders get started? I'm not an engineer, either....