Wood Island Lighthouse Tours - July and August 2012
A
tour to Wood Island Lighthouse is run by the Friends of
Wood Island Lighthouse, an all volunteer, 501(c)(3)
nonprofit. The lighthouse is located off the coast of
Biddeford Maine and tours leave from Vine's Landing in
Biddeford Pool. The guided tour takes about 1 1/2 hours and
is subject to Mother Nature and her weather and sea
conditions.
When are
the tours?
The tours are held in July
and August. Due to the frequency of bad weather conditions
in the afternoon hours, for 2011 we will be running the
tours in the morning. The days and hours of the tours are
listed below.
Wednesday:
10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Friday:
10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Saturday:
10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Is the
tower open on the tours?
Yes, the tower is open to
those who wish to make the climb to the top. The tower
received a set of double handrails in 2008, making the
journey to the top safe for lighthouse guests. Those who
wish to access the tower, must read and follow the Tower Rules.
How do I
get on a tour?
Call the reservation line
(207-286-3229) Monday - Saturday between
9AM to 5PM. We only make reservations for the current
week's tour. Calling other days is by chance. This line is
handled entirely by volunteers.
Do
current FOWIL members get tour priority?
Yes, they may make
reservations a week in advance.
What is
the price of the boat ride and tour?
There is no fixed charge for the boat-ride and
tour. However, donations are encouraged (suggested minimum
$10/person) and gratefully accepted, all donations going to
the cost of running the boat and the ultimate mission of
restoring Wood Island Lighthouse. This is a long term and
costly endeavor that is most worthwhile, as we are
confident you will agree, especially after you experience
Wood Island Lighthouse in person by means of a FOWIL tour.
May my
group schedule a special tour?
Based on volunteer availability, we are
occasional able to provide groups with special tours to the
island in July and August. In the past this has included
senior groups, community groups, or family trips. During
the busy summer months, we may add additional tours on
scheduled tour days if their is a demand and FOWIL
volunteers available.
How do I
get there?
Drive to Vine's Landing in
Biddeford Pool.
Click here to view Directions
Click here to view Map and create custom
directions.
Click here to download Directions (Word
Document).
Would you
like to see pictures of what a tour is like?
Click here to download "What is a Tour
Like?" (Word document).
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