2026 Winter Workshop

 Heartland Classics 2026 Winter Workshop on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Howard Classic Boats

There will be plenty of …

“What some of our members are doing”

Here is a list of the presenters in order.

1. Forrest Bryant will discuss the Mahogany and Chrome videos he has produced as well as the making of the newsletter
2. Phil Wolff will let us know about what’s happening in the Wooden Boat Association of North Texas
3. Russ Bourgeois is from New Orleans and will explain how he harvests the wood and builds small boats to run in the Louisiana bayous
4. Kyle Jarmar will explain his business of custom building of unique wood products for marine, home and commercial installation. 
   This will include woodworking with stain, sanding, and sharpening tools.

5. Brent & Steve Howard will give us a tour of their shop and the amazing projects they are working on.  With time remaining, we plan to flip a barrelback in preparation for a new bottom.

What YOU need to do:

CALL or TEXT Dan Diehl to reserve your share of donuts and pizza – seriously, planning depends on reservations.  (918) 230-4508
If you plan to attend the Friday evening meal, include that in your reservation message.

Bring your own chair.  Howard Classic Boats has cleaned and cleared the shop for this event and made room for a great crowd, but you need to bring your own chair – fair enough!
Bring $20 per person for your reservation fee, pay at the door when you arrive,  and
Bring a bit extra to bid on treasures in the silent auction.