It has become an annual tradition for the combined forces of the Bouwerie Boys of New York City and the Binghamton Morris Men to descend on the Saugerties Lighthouse for a feast and overnight stay for all who will, following a long day of dancing at the Garlic Festival. A long day spent eating garlic, may I add. Yes, picture it….. over a dozen sweaty men, reeking of garlic, camped on every available spot of floor in the lighthouse – sounds like heaven, does it not? 😀
For those interested in visiting the lighthouse under somewhat less um, cozy circumstances, the lighthouse normally accomodates two couples in private bedrooms, with shared bath. A magnificent breakfast is included. I’ve stayed there under those conditions as well, and it’s lovely, if somewhat lacking in the sweaty morris men factor. 😉
The lighthouse is also available for day use – you can hike out to the lighthouse and view it from the outside at any time – dawn until dusk. Tours of the lighthouse and museum are available from Memorial Day to Labor Day on weekends and holidays from 2:00 – 5:00 PM. Other times by appointment or random chance. Suggested donation of $3.00 per adult and $1.00 per child, proceeds of which go toward the maintanance of the lighthouse. Picnic facilities are available, so bring a picnic lunch and enjoy some time on the river!
Warning: The lighthouse is accessible via a half-mile trail, which is subject to flooding at high tide. Check out the tide charts before visiting or come prepared with tall boots! 😀
A picture that I took at the lighthouse this year:
