wel  i dont know were the neighborhood is. My sons and I buit our MC 16.5 together and had a grand time. we spent every weekend out in it last summer.

check out or blog on the build and outings...

http://cid-3d8b1d0065f1f759.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/.res/3D8B1D0065F1F759!484/?sa=581236688

its a fun boat to build.. easy to get in and out, kid freindly. its not a speedster but it sure is fun. we are planning on starting a Wood Duck 12 soon....  

feel free to ask for advise...its the only free thing in wooden boat building you will get.

Jon

If you're referring to the cyberhood then you've come to the right place.  You’ll find lots of desktop mentors here with a wealth of experience and ideas to share. I launched a Mill Creek 16.5 last year.  You can see the process by clicking here. It was a fun and straightforward project.  It’s a great stable kayak to mess about in and very functional for fishing, camping or bird watching.  That being said, it’s not a sloth by any means.  With a little effort, my wife and I can leave our kids in our wake as they paddle their CH16’s.  If you’d like to discuss further feel free to drop me a line anytime at [email protected]Chris

I posted a message looking for a mentor with hopes someone close to my neighborhood-I neglected to state my neighborhood-I live in Council Bluffs Iowa. I received a few mssages I hope to contact soon thanks for responding

Dick