Bodie Island Lighthouse 150th anniversary event postponed due to potential for inclement weather

September 27, 2022 | Seashore News
Bodie Island Lighthouse. NPS image

This Saturday’s event to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first lighting of the Bodie Island Lighthouse is postponed due to the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding late this week. A new date and time for the event will be announced in the coming weeks.

Ranger-led educational programs and Bodie Island Lighthouse climbing opportunities are also canceled this Saturday, Oct. 1.

For more information on the weekend’s weather forecast, click here.

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