Al's first introduction to model boating was in the late 1970's, when his son Terry received a model boat hull from Bill Bennett. From that point on, Al was hooked, and was instrumental in the design and marketing of numerous model boat hulls and related equipment. Al raced actively for many years in District 19, and spearheaded the campaign to raise money and gain permission to build a permanent drivers stand at Legg Lake. Many new boaters started off with a Prather boat, and their easy to follow instructions made building virtually fool-proof. |