Delaware Bay Lighthouse Keepers

& Friends Association, Inc. 

"Our mission is to preserve the history of the Delaware Bay

 and River Lighthouses, Lightships and their Keepers."

For information on the cruises and pictures from 2008, click here.

January:

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February:

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March:

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April:

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May:

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June:

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July:

Saturday, July 25 - 3 PM.

This 4 hour SUNSET CRUISE goes to Ship John Shoal Light returning from north in the bay.

These narrated cruises take place aboard the USCG approved Bonanza II out of the NJ State Marina (Higbee's slip #5), Fortescue, NJ, 08321. RESERVE SOON - BRING A RELATIVE, FRIEND, AND/ OR NEIGHBOR. THESE CRUISES FILL UP QUICKLY!! (NOTE: Fortescue is "The Weakfish Capital of the World".) Check out this quaint fishing village on the Delaware Bay.

We must have at least 30 people sign up for the cruise in order to pay for the fuel. The cost for the cruises is $55 for adults and $25 for children 5 - 12 years of age. Passengers must be at the dock at least one half hour before departure time.

Lighthouses visited are: Miah Maull, Cross Ledge, Elbow of Cross Ledge, Fourteen Foot Bank and either Brandywine or Ship John.

You are asked to bring bug spray (just in case), a jacket and a box lunch if you wish. Soda and water are provided on board.

Delaware Bay merchandise will be on sale; cash or checks are accepted.

For reservations please contact: Theresa or Steve Rhoades (cell) 609-364-8747 landline 856-697-4144 e-mail: terri289@hotmail.com Checks (payable to DBLHKFA) are NOT deposited until after the cruise. If the cruise is cancelled due to inclement weather, your check will be returned. We must have a home & cell phone number for you in case of a cancellation OR you can call the number listed above. Refunds WILL NOT be made if you DO NOT let us know you WILL NOT be there. Payment is due 2 weeks BEFORE the cruise, checks can be mailed to: Maxine Mulligan, Treasurer, 1049 Simca Terrace, Vineland, NJ 08360.

The cruise is narrated by our President, Angelo Rigazio, a former member of the coast guard and the last keeper on Harbor of Refuge Light. There are also other members of our organization and members of the crew aboard to answer your questions. Background information on the Delaware Bay and the history of each lighthouse will be given.

Spend some time on the historic Delaware Bay viewing the lighthouses and getting excellent "photo ops". Come join us for a relaxing, enjoyable time and watch the beautiful sunset on the Bay. These lighthouses will NOT be there forever. CHECK THEM OUT NOW!!! THE DELAWARE BAY LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERS & FRIENDS ASSOCIATION

August:

Saturday, August 22 - 3pm. The cruise will be going south in the bay to Brandywine Light. See above for more information.

September:

To be announced.

October:

To be announced.

November:

To be announced.

December:

To be announced.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR -- SAVE THESE DATES!!!

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NOTE: We are always looking for interesting guest speakers, topics and maritime locations. Suggestions can be sent to mspegstapleford@windstream.net

For information on any of the above contact President Angelo Rigazio (609)884-1329 or Rod Mulligan (856) 691-8224.

Have an Event??

To have your event listed here, please contact Jean Jones at 509 Whitall Avenue, Millville, NJ 08332 or call (856) 825-3386 or email jeanjones@fast.net.   Be sure to include your organization name, who to contact for more information, the date, time and description of your event.