IMPORTANT: The ASUW Shell House is currently closed for construction through Fall 2026. All Boys in the Boat tours are being hosted exclusively through Conibear Shellhouse.
Fans of Daniel James Brown’s New York Times bestseller The Boys in the Boat, now have a unique opportunity to get an inside look at the legacy of “The Boys.” Join us for a tour through Washington Rowing’s Conibear Shellhouse.
Watch Rantz, Hume, Moch, and the rest of the ’36 Husky Clipper come to life in this 60-minute tour highlighting the historical regalia of the champion crew.
The tour will include chances to see the lettermen’s jackets of Joe Rantz and Don Hume, the IRA and Berlin Olympic medals of Joe Rantz, and the famed Husky Clipper shell.
Guests will be led through Conibear Shellhouse, starting with an inside look at the legacy of George Pocock and the latest generation of Pocock Racing shells. We will proceed through the heart of Conibear, the erg bays, and finally to the Windermere Cup Dining room to stand under the Husky Clipper and imagine the roar of the crowd as the Clipper took gold in the 1936 Berlin Olympics race in front of Adolf Hitler.
Due to the unique nature of this tour and the high value of rowing shells attendees will be led through in Conibear Shellhouse, this tour is recommended for ages 13 and up. If you bring a young child, please ensure they are holding your hand during the tour of Conibear and do not touch the delicate equipment of our NCAA and IRA Championship teams.
Please Note: A minimum of 5 people must be registered for a tour 48 hours prior to the tour start time for tour to be held. If this occurs, you may be asked to change to a different tour date
