It looks like it's about 2.5 hours away from NYC. If we're going to carpool up, it might make the most sense to meet at the GW Bridge bus station, then take the Henry Hudson up. Early on a Saturday morning the traffic should be fine.

Staying for a night does sound like a good option. Especially if we plan on hitting the beer tent more than once or twice. We could always have two or three cars though if some want to return that evening.

Ben