: Definitely check out Canoecraft! I have both it and Gilpatrick's book, and I
: think Canoecraft is probably better in almost all ways, although I see no
: reason why you couldn't build a boat from Gilpatrick's book.

: There are several designs in Canoecraft that you could build depending on
: what the intended use is: tripping, recreation, fishing, rivers, etc...

I have both books and Ted Moore's Canoecraft seems to be the more refined method of building. It's interesting to see Gilpatrick's approach though and I will consider incorporating some of his techniques. I'm also considering some of his designs (the 18 1/2' E.M. White Guide) for the next project. But then again I'm considering one helluva pile of different boats for the next project.

Don't limit yourself. Check out a couple of books, as well as canoe designs from a variety of sources.
http://www.bearmountainboats.com
http://www.greenval.com/
http://www.newfound.com

Cheers,
Bryan