The Estuary Steward is owned and operated by Save Esopus Lighthouse Commission, a not for profit 501 (c) (3)
- Custom Built in 2001
- 42 foot Aluminum Shallow Draft
- US Coast Guard Inspected
- Twin 135 HP Mercury Outboard Engines
- Enclosed Canvas
- Enclosed Marine Head
- Ramp off the bow
- Port/Starboard Entrances
- Bench seating
- Capacity 45
- US Coast Guard Captains
The Estuary Steward is available for charter at the following rates:
$500 4 hours (1/2 day)
$750 8 hours (full day)
Arrangements can be made by calling Sharon Jones at 845-339-3060
Take a tour of the last wooden lighthouse on the Hudson River. Esopus Meadows Lighthouse will open its doors only once this year for the public to view the ongoing restoration project on Sunday October 7, 2007.
Come aboard the 44 foot Estuary Steward for a beautiful fall ride on the Hudson River to the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse. The cost of this trip will be $25 and includes:
- Boat ride to the lighthouse
- Tour of the lighthouse
- 2007-2008 membership to the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse
- Newsletter mailings about the lighthouse
To reserve your ticket(s), call Sharon Jones at 845-331-1478 or 845-339-3060 or Pat Ralston at 845-297-1569.
The Estuary Steward will depart from the Hudson River Maritime Museum at 11:00 AM sharp. It will return to the museum dock about 2:00 PM. Click here for directions to the Maritime Museum.
Please note that due to the ongoing renovations, this tour is not recommended for people who have difficulties climbing stairs, moving about on uneven surfaces and children under 12.
Due to overwhelming demand, there will now be another tour offered on Monday October 8 departing at 11:00 AM also. For reservations please call Sharon Jones at 845-331-1478 or 845-339-3060