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January 18, 2014

For the Love of Fly Fishing: Meisselbach Fly Reels

At a fly fishing show back in November, I came across an antique reel I was just drooling over. After a little bit of thought, I decided to get it. Besides being an incredibly important fly reel in fly fishing equipment history, it had a special meaning for this Jersey Girl. It was manufactured in… Continue reading

Essex County, History, New Jersey, Outdoors

fly fishing, Meisselbach, Newark
January 2, 2014

Fish and Wildlife’s Garden State Deer Classic

The NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Garden State Deer Classic is slated for January 9 – 12, 2014 as part of the Garden State Outdoor Sports Show taking place at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center in Edison, NJ. Continue reading

Middlesex County, New Jersey, Outdoors

Garden State Deer Classic, hunting, NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife
January 1, 2014

The Second Battle of Trenton

We are all about the underdog. We fight for what’s right. We took on the greatest country in the world at the time and won. We’re Americans. That battle put 1,800 men with little to no formal training against 8,000 professional soldiers – and won. We’re Americans. Continue reading

History, Mercer County, New Jersey

Five Mile Run, Lawrenceville, Revolutionary War, Second Battle of Trenton, Shabakunk Creek
December 10, 2013

Shopping Small Online

I love to shop small whenever possible. One shop I really enjoy is The Urban Muse in Denville. It is a truly relaxing day spa with a unique shop attached. They have the absolute best stuff! Continue reading

Morris County, New Jersey, Shopping

Denville, Georgene Novak, jewelry, New Jersey, North Jersey, Urban Muse
December 7, 2013

December Events at the Essex County Environmental Center

A variety of programs are being offered at the Essex County Environmental Center during the month of December that will teach children and adults about nature and help them gain a greater appreciation and understanding of our environment. Continue reading

Essex County, Exploring, New Jersey, Outdoors

4-H, birding, Essex County Environmental Center, gingerbread house, horticulture, nature, South Mountain Reservation, yoga
December 2, 2013

December Photo Challenge – Jersey Style!

A friend turned me on to a photo challenge another blogger is doing, so I thought I would join in. I love these types of challenges – they can really spark your creativity! Continue reading

Exploring, Just Plain Cool, New Jersey, Photography

December, photo challenge
November 27, 2013

Shop Small in New Jersey this Weekend

While many are focused on Black Friday and the big box stores, what I am really excited about is Small Business Saturday. Depending on the study and the area, anywhere form 50% to 80% of money spent stays right in that local community. Continue reading

Camden County, Middlesex County, Morris County, New Jersey, Somerset County, Union County

Bridgewater, Collingswood, Denville, Hackettstown, Morristown, New Jersey, shop small, shopping, Small Business Saturday
November 22, 2013

New Jersey and Fly Fishing – Perfect Together!

This weekend is a great event in the Garden State if you are a fan of fly fishing. The International Fly Tying Symposium brings the best of the best from all over the world to New Jersey – yes, New Jersey. Continue reading

New Jersey, Outdoors, Somerset County

fly fishing, International Fly Tying Symposium, Jersey coast
November 17, 2013

Lake Mohawk Christmas Crawl and German Christmas Market

This year, Lake Mohawk is offering the first Christmas Crawl discount card that is available for purchase now and is active until the end of the year. The card is only $10 and the cost will go to support local charities. Continue reading

Exploring, Festivals, New Jersey, Sussex County

Christmas Crawl, German Christmas Market, Lake Mohawk, Sparta, Walkill river
November 3, 2013

Explore New Jersey – Scavenger Hunt Style

When I was in fourth grade, I learned about New Jersey history. We learned everything from the history of the state flag, to the different industries New Jersey is famous for, to the state’s importance in the Revolutionary War. Keep in mind, however, that this was all taught from books and being a child, I’m… Continue reading

Exploring, History, Jersey Icon, Just Plain Cool, New Jersey, Outdoors

geocaching, New Jersey history, Revolutionary War