Historical Summary:
Designed by Ed Monk Sr. and built by Fenner & Hood in Vancouver in 1947. Blithe Spirit is a part of British Columbia’s coastal history, with some of her colorful adventures found in the owner’s father, Jim Spilsbury’s books; Spilsbury’s Album & Spilsbury’s Coast. Blithe Spirit is built of double red cedar planking, which was re-caulked and refastened with stainless steel fasteners in 2005/2006. Well maintained by knowledgeable owners who have loved her since 1955.
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Comments:
My grandfather used to own and operate this boat in the 70s-80s :)
I remember going out on trips with my grandparents, dad and sister and dog Mickey. We used to go down to the San Juan islands to hang out in little bays fishing. My sister and I used to sleep in the bow's sleeping quarters where my dad would tell us ghost stories :) I remember some storms we were caught in where my granddad lowered the weights to keep the boat from tipping. Heavy duty, this boat could weather storms. I have super fond memories of the Blithe Spirit and am so happy it's been restored :) -Elisa, 4-29-22