Croquet anyone?
A Croquet tournamentwill be held at Clermont State Park on September 18th and 19th. What is Croquet anyway?
Croquet is a lawn game in which the players drive wooden balls through a series of wickets using mallets. Some have the game dating back to the 1300's, a game played by aristocrats. So, it is no surprise that the wealthy residents of the Hudson Valley participated in this sport.
The tournament at Clermont State Park will be the 28th Annual Honoria Livingston McVitty Memorial Croquet Tournament. Honoria was a descendant of Robert Livingston, a wealthy land owner who was involved with the introduction of the steam ship.
Croquetwas a favorite pastime of the Livingstons and Honoria was a member of the first Croquet Champion Team in Clermont.
This 2 day competition welcomes both novices and seasoned players. The cost will be $20 and will include a box lunch and lemonade.
- Park entrance fee will be $5 per car
- To reserve a spot call 518-537-4240 for additional information.
- The version of Croquet that will be played is the 9 wicket
- Game time is on Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 12-5
- Directions to Clermont
Clermont is a site you should visit, these photos were taken today as I toured with a friend from another country.
Jennifer Fivelsdal - JFIVE HOMES REALTY LLC - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com
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You know, this would be fun to do! I used to play croquet as a child and would enjoy a good croquet game in my elder years...now! Wish I was in your town to join in on the fun!
I am more of a Bocce Ball woman myself. I'm thinking of building a court in my back yard even next Spring.
Hi Jennifer,
Thanks for the post and Localism. Have a great day.
Jennifer croquet ... I used to play a bit at my godparent's house. It was a lot of fun! Your photos are stunning.. I hope the vent is well attended.
Ann you would have a great time, the property is beautiful.
Suzy I sold a house a few years ago and the next door neighbor had one of those court.
Patrick you have a great week also.
Joan I too hope it is well attended. The cost is reasonable, just the view is more than worth it :)
This looks like so much fun.. and a great time to spend with the family. I also love your photos... It makes you want to take part in the game.
Jennifer, that is a great looking location for whatever! It has been years since I played a game of croquet, I wish that I was there!
Donna it is a great place to have fun, a popular wedding destination also. You know me, tell the story with a photo.
Tony you would really have fun.
Jennifer
Fantastic shots and information, what resolution you use in your pictures? just wondering, sometimes I'm thinking to do them bigger, what do you think? take care
I LOOOOVE croquet. Have wanted to do a fund raiser, where everyone dresses all in white like they did in the Victorian era.
Jennifer, I have never heard of a croquet tournament. We played as I grew up and then when our children were little we had a set. It is now long gone but I still have fond memories.
Great photos and great information as usual. What fun - some of the things we used to enjoy as kids are so much fun to re-do. And, croquet was actually the setting on wimbledon before tennis became so popular!!!
Jennifer, I love to play croquet -- haven't in a long time. Great hyper-local post, and pictures. Thanks,
That is soooooooooo cool. And, oh my what a beautiful place with a beautiful view of the Hudson.
Way cool. I shall have to try and see this with the wee people. :-)
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I have not played in a while but always thought croquet was a fun game growing up!
Jennifer, great local post, and croquet sounds likes great fun. Used to play when younger, and haven't played for years.
Hi Jennifer,
That's a magnificent mansion - and what a beautiful view!
Jennifer, now there is a sport that is more like my speed. Where do I sign up? :) :)