Twenty Years on the Water
Founded on Payette Lake in 2006. Still here. Still running.
It Started with a Handful of Boat Owners
The Payette Lakes Chapter was officially recognized as an ACBS chapter in May of 2006. There were 26 founding members. No budget, no sponsor. The members themselves funded the first boat show.
The club grew from a simple idea: wooden boat owners in the McCall area wanted a place to share what they knew, show what they loved, and find others who understood why they chose the harder path.
Today the chapter covers southern Idaho, northeastern Nevada, and western Utah, and hosts one of the most distinctive boat shows in the Mountain West.
Links That Tells Our Story
Over the years, the Antique & Classic Boat Show has been featured in magazines, newspapers, and regional publications that capture the people, boats, and traditions behind the event. These stories help preserve the history of the Payette Lakes Chapter while sharing the spirit of the show with new audiences.
Explore articles, features, and press coverage that highlight the craftsmanship, community, and memories that continue to make this event a treasured part of summer in McCall.
What We're Here to Do
We preserve antique and classic boats. We restore them, run them, and make sure people who've never seen one up close have the chance to.
We welcome members who don't yet own a boat. We have knowledge, tools, and experience to share — and room on our boats for people who just want to ride.
Our events, our show, and our community exist to generate enthusiasm for these boats and the craft behind them.
The People Who Keep Things Running
The Payette Lakes Chapter is run by an all-volunteer board. Reach us at PayetteLakesChapter@gmail.com.
Bill Roberts
President
Joe Eiguren
Vice President
Bobby Lawrence
Treasurer
Andi Van Patten
Secretary
Bill Coale
Marketing/PR
Heath Van Patten
Website/Social
Directors
Dan Lungren
Holly Winslow
Lisa Roberts
Mark Allen
Diane Pryce
20 Years of Classic Boating on Payette Lake
2005
First boat show held at Whitetail Resort Shorelodge docks
2006
Chapter officially recognized by ACBS in May. 26 founding members. First Scott Anderson illustration.
2006-2012
Show moves to Mile High Marina, then back to Shore Lodge
2022-Current
The show moves to Art Roberts Park and Legacy Park Promenade, McCall where it will be for the 2026 — 20th Anniversary!