*PLEASE PARK IN THE MUNICIPAL LOT ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE FERRY LOT*
*This event will be a part of the 31 Events of August RI campaign.*
Location: Prudence Island (technically a part of Portsmouth, RI).
Date: August 5th, 2017
Time: 10:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
Although Prudence Island is not required for any of the RI cache challenges (it belongs to the town of Portsmouth), visiting the island is a challenge in itself. Prudence is the largest island in Narragansett Bay to not have a driveable connection to the mainland. To access the island, one must either take the Prudence Island ferry from Bristol or travel by private boat/kayak. The ferry is relatively cheap, compared to the Block Island ferry, with adults (ages 12 and older) costing only $10.80 round trip, children (5-11 years old) costing $3.80 round trip, and children under 4 years old riding for free. Parking in the Bristol ferry lot typically costs $10 for the day, so when combined with the ferry fare, the whole trip would likely cost about $20 per person. To my knowledge, there is no additional charge for those wishing to bring bicycles to the island, but reservations may be made for vehicles to be brought on the ferry for $62 round trip, if desired. In order to get to the island for this event, you must depart Bristol on either the 7:30am ferry (arriving at Prudence Island by 8:00am) or the 9:45am ferry (arriving at Prudence by 10:15am). The full ferry schedule for the day can be seen below:
FAIR WARNING: As the majority of those living on Prudence are vehemently anti-mass tourism, the amenities on the island are minimal at best. As most of the island is either privately owned or protected, there are generally no public restrooms or restaurants available. There is a small convencience store/gift shop not far from the ferry landing, but aside from that, please plan accordingly and bring enough food, water, and bug spray as you think you may need for the duration of your visit.
*More information to follow*