Did you ever want to visit an island lighthouse? I know I have but never had the chance to do so. Now we all do thanks to the good folks at Wood Island Light just off the coast of Biddeford. Starting June 30th guided tours will be available on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 5 and 6 pm and again on Saturdays at 1 and 2 pm. Plan on taking about an 1 1/2 hours to tour and take the boat ride out and back. And here's the best part, there's no fixed charge for the ride and tour. All they ask is for a donation, I think $10 p/p would be acceptable. After all, you have a scenic boat ride and tour of a lighthouse! It's the Maine thing to do along with eating lobster and blueberry pie.
Wood Island light was built after Thomas Jefferson authorized its construction in 1808. Originally constructed of wood, it soon deteriorated and new granite structures were finished in the late 1830's. There' a lot more I can tell you about the life of this lighthouse but I think it's best left to the people who give the guided tour. I can tell you that the last light keeper left the island in 1986 and the light was automated. For more information please visit www.woodislandlighthouse.org
Sue and I would be happy to make reservations for you. Biddeford Pool is about a 15 to 20 minute drive from Kennebunkport and very accessible. Parking is free.
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