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Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Nature Trail, Norwalk
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Ranked #5 of 10 attractions in Norwalk
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The Norwalk Seaport Association has owned, restored and maintained Sheffield Island Lighthouse since 1986 and is the official U.S. Fish & Wildlife......
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The Norwalk Seaport Association has owned, restored and maintained Sheffield Island Lighthouse since 1986 and is the official U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Friends group for the Norwalk Islands.Sheffield Island with its historic 142-year-old lighthouse, beaches and wildlife refuge offers abundant summer fun for visitors. From May through September, visitors can board the Seaport Association's 45-foot C.J. Toth catamaran for a cruise to the island then tour the lighthouse, observe wildlife in their natural habitat in the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, hunt for shells along the beach, dine on a picnic lunch, play on the lawns around the lighthouse and just have a good time. The lighthouse tower provides magnificent views of Long Island Sound and, on a clear day, of the New York City skyline.Join us for one of the most exciting tours that the Norwalk Harbor Islands area has to offer! During this unforgettable adventure tour of Sheffield Island and Lighthouse, you'll step directly from the boat into the past.
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In early September my husband and I took a sail out of Norwalk Harbor on a ship headed to Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Nature Trail - we are so glad we did, and will do it again in the summer months this year (2012). Relaxing sail out, beautiful tour of the lighthouse and grounds, a picnic (bring your own) under...
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Toronto, Canada
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We took this tour one week after Hurricane Irene blew by, so part of the trail was closed, however I found it equally interesting to explore the local beach to see how it fared the storm. Boat ride is about 30 minutes and the guide provided a bit of commentary about the areas we passed by. Guided or self guided...
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Weston, Connecticut
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Everything was great!
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Fairfield County, Connecticut
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A harbor cruises to Sheffield Island and a tour of the historic 1868 lighthouse is a great way to spend a summer afternoon. Pack a lunch and picnic on the island. After your lighthouse tour, walk the beach or the nature trail through the McKinney Wildlife Refuge.
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