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July 4, 2016

The Old Guard in Morristown

Yesterday my husband and I had the pleasure of hearing the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corp give a concert at the Washington’s Headquarters Museum. It was the first time I saw them in person and it was a great event! For those who are not familiar, the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corp was… Continue reading

History, Morris County, New Jersey

Continental Army, Ford Mansion, Fort Nonsense, Jockey Hollow, Morristown, New Jersey history, Revolutionary War, Washingon’s Headquarters, Wick House
June 30, 2016

Independence Day – Jersey Style

Many may not realize the significance of New Jersey in the fight for Independence. Morristown National Historical Park is nationally significant as the site of the 1779-80 winter encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington. This amazing place represents patriotism and sacrifice during this pivotal period in our nation’s history. There are multiple… Continue reading

Exploring, Festivals, History, Jersey Icon, Morris County, New Jersey, Preservation

Continental Army, Ford Mansion, Fort Nonsense, George Washington, Jockey Hollow, Morristown, Morristown Green, Morristown National Historical Park, Revolutionary Times Weekend, Revolutionary War, US Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
June 26, 2016

Jersey Road Trip: Frenchtown

If you are a regular reader of my blog, you know there are plenty of places I love in the Garden State. One of my favorite places to visit is Frenchtown. Yesterday I headed to Frenchtown for a yarn spinning class at The Spinnery. I’ve been spinning yarns for quite a while (I have a… Continue reading

Exploring, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, Outdoors

Frenchtown, Minette’s, Nishisakawick Creek, The Bridge Cafe, The National Hotel, The Spinnery, The Wildflower Cafe
May 14, 2016

Friday the 13th – Jersey Style

In 1980, classic slasher movie Friday the 13th hit movie theaters. Since that first movie, Jason has been ingrained in horror movie pop culture. What many don’t realize is that the beginning of that reign of terror started in New Jersey. Camp Crystal lake is actually a Boy Scout camp known as Camp NoBeBoSco located… Continue reading

Exploring, New Jersey, Outdoors, Warren County

Appalachian Trail, Blairstown, Camp Crystal Lake, Delaware River, Hardwick Township, NoBeBoSco
April 23, 2016

Protecting the Great Notch Inn

Little did I know as a child, supporting a small business is an important part of keeping alive a community and contributing to what continues to be the history of New Jersey. Continue reading

History, Jersey Icon, Just Plain Cool, New Jersey, Passaic County

Great Notch Inn, Little Falls, New Jersey, New Jersey history
February 29, 2016

Injured peregrine falcon released into wild

For those of you not familiar, the peregrine falcon is making a great comeback in New Jersey. Continue reading

Conservation, Morris County, New Jersey, Outdoors, Uncategorized

Millington, New Jersey, Raptor Trust, Spruce Run Reservoir
July 4, 2015

New Jersey and Independence Day

Independence Day is a day for great American pride. What you may not know is that New Jersey played a pivotal role in the Revolutionary War. If you want to celebrate our independence in a patriotic way, check out some of these locations and events. Continue reading

Essex County, Exploring, History, Mercer County, Monmouth County, Morris County, New Jersey

Battle of Trenton, Belleville, Continental Army, Delaware River, Morristown, Princeton, Revolutionary War, Sandy Hook, Second River
March 7, 2015

Belleville on Shark Tank

During last night’s show, an update was provided on Mo’s Bows. Daymond had helped to broker a deal with a company that makes hand-made ties in order to ramp up production. Where is the facility, you might ask? Belleville, New Jersey! Continue reading

Essex County, Exploring, History, New Jersey

Belleville, Branch Brook Park, Cherry Blossoms, Daymond John, Essex County, Mo’s Bows, Robert Stewart, Shark Tank
March 1, 2015

Bald Eagle Rescue in Tuckerton

This past week, local residents, wildlife enthusiasts, the Mercer County Wildlife Center, Tri-State Bird Rescue, and Ben Wurst, Habitat Program Manager came together in a tricky bald eagle rescue attempt. You can watch the amazing rescue video and read the entire story on the Conserve Wildlife Blog. On Tuesday, February 17th, the call came in… Continue reading

Mercer County, New Jersey, Ocean County, Outdoors, Preservation

Bald Eagle, birding, Mercer County, Mercer County Wildlife Center, Ocean County, Tri State Bird Rescue & Research, Tuckerton
November 25, 2014

Business Spotlight: Sisters

Since I started a new job I have been able to head down to Denville’s town center much more often than in the past. They have a great little center full of small locally-owned businesses. Today I had the opportunity to check out a shop I’ve been wanting to visit for awhile – Sisters. Continue reading

Exploring, Morris County, New Jersey, Shopping

Brighton, Denville, Sisters, Small Business Saturday, Vera Bradley