# Great Loop Project - Progress

## Current Status
🔄 **IN PROGRESS** - Projects initialized, awaiting detailed requirements

## Timeline
- **April 11, 2026:** All three projects created and initialized

## Completed
- [x] Great Loop project folder structure created
- [x] README.md with comprehensive overview created
- [x] Initial Gitea repository created
- [x] Links to both boat projects established

## In Progress
- [ ] Define detailed requirements for both vessels
- [ ] Research Great Loop route planning
- [ ] Determine build strategies for each boat
- [ ] Research power/traction systems

## Next
- [ ] Gather detailed specifications for 16x40 boat
- [ ] Gather detailed specifications for 8x16 boat
- [ ] Research available plans/blueprints for both sizes
- [ ] Create comprehensive budget estimate
- [ ] Determine construction timeline (likely multi-year)
- [ ] Research permits and regulations for both boats
- [ ] Plan Great Loop route and timeline

## Notes
- **Primary vessel:** 16x40 ft shanty boat for main living quarters
- **Companion vessel:** 8x16 ft shanty boat for day boat/backup
- **Journey:** 6,000-mile circular waterway covering ~1-2 seasons
- **Family adventure:** All 9 children will experience this journey
- **Timeline:** Multi-year project from construction through journey completion
- **Budget:** Significant investment required for two seaworthy vessels

## Gitea Repository Links
- **Great Loop:** https://gitea.loperfamily.com/Sage_Software/Great-Loop
- **16x40 Shanty Boat:** https://gitea.loperfamily.com/Sage_Software/16x40-Shanty-Boat
- **8x16 Shanty Boat:** https://gitea.loperfamily.com/Sage_Software/8x16-Shanty-Boat

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*Last updated: April 11, 2026*