A johnboat[1] is a flat-bottomed boat[2] constructed of aluminum, fiberglass, wood, or polyethelene with one, two, or three seats, usually bench type. They are suitable for fishing, hunting and cruising. The nearly flat hull of a johnboat tends to ride over the waves rather than cut through them as a V-hull might; this shallow draft – only a few inches[2] – enables the johnboat to operate in very shallow water,[3] but limits its use to calm waters. Johnboats typically have a transom onto which an outboard motor can be mounted. They are simple, easy to maintain, and inexpensive, though with many options to upgrade. Typical options may include live wells/bait wells, side or center consoles, factory-installed decks and floors, electrical wiring, accessory pads/mountings, and casting and poling platforms.
A johnboat in Florida, 1972A small modern johnboat in the bed of a pickup truck
Johnboats are available commercially between 8 and 24 feet (2.4 and 7.3 m)[2] long and 32 to 60 inches (81 to 152 cm) wide, though custom sizes may be found. The design includes an open hull, without a bilge, leaving the ribs exposed. Many users choose to cover the ribs, producing a flat, level surface.
In the late 19th century, flat-bottom boats became popular in the Ozarks, being ideal for traversing the shallow waters in the Missouri Valley.[4][5][6]
These vessels were found useful for float fishing, duck hunting and carrying timber. Visiting tourists and travelers enjoyed the idea of flat-bottomed boats, as they could fish standing up and did not have to fear tipping over.
^ abc"Aluminum Fishing Boat". Discover Boating. National Marine Manufacturers Association. n.d. Retrieved 7 March 2020.
^"Shallow Water Boats: 7 Tips for Boating in Shallow Water". Discover Boating. National Marine Manufacturers Association. May 2017. Retrieved 7 March 2020.
^McNeil, W. K. (1995). Ozark Country. Univ. Press of Mississippi. ISBN9781604738179.
^Getchell, David (1994). The Outboard Boater's Handbook: Advanced Seamanship and Practical Skills. McGraw Hill Professional. ISBN9780070230538.
^Everts-Boehm, Dana (1991). "The Ozark Johnboat: Its History, Form, and Functions".
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