: >>a small kajak for day tours only, e.g. 13-15 feet.

: If you want a fully capable kayak, definitely look at the Tern 14. If you
: want more of a gunkholer/birdwatcher style boat, try the Mill Creeks. It's
: apples and oranges, however, so be sure you know the difference.

: 2c.

while the Tern 14 might be a good design, Pygmy doesn't sell plans for that boat according to their web site, you have to buy a kit.