This Grand Laker canoe, perhaps 60 years old, is once again ready for service thanks to Alan Burnell of Eustis, Maine. She was consigned to Alan’s care two years ago for stripping, major and minor repairs, and much cosmetic work. She is believed to be a Bill Sprague canoe. Bill was the father of legendary canoe builder, guide, and Grand Lake native, Sonny Sprague. The lines of this canoe seem to be closer to the lines of Sonny’s canoes than to any other, with the exception of the smaller transom which was normal for accommodating lower horsepower motors in those days.
