Outdoors
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“Jaws” Turns Fifty
It may sound strange, but one of my favorite movies is Jaws. Even though I was only five the year it came out, when I was old enough to see it, well, that movie gave me a healthy respect for nature’s creatures. It is also one of the few movies that I can honestly say… Continue reading
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Welcome to Spring Fishing Season
While the thermometer is throwing out temperatures like the Power Ball, I do know spring is here. How do I know you might ask? This weekend marked opening day for spring fishing season. At 8:00am on April 5th, anglers dropped a line and another season full of fishing stores, and lies, began. By the end… Continue reading
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Saving the Salamanders
We have officially hit spring and I am elated. If you are a regular reader, you are aware of my keen dislike of winter. The light at the end of the day, the warmer weather, it heals my soul. Another sign of spring is the beginning of the salamander migration. Yes, I’m serious. With 33… Continue reading
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Winter Events in New Jersey
If you know me, you know how much I truly detest winter. The cold. The wind. The snow. All of it. It is this time of year I wish we could move New Jersey further south. However, just because it is cold out doesn’t mean there is nothing to do. Yes, I admit, I spend… Continue reading
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Remembering a Hero: Dariel Vasquez
During the last few weeks, we have witnessed dangerous and destructive wildfires throughout our beloved state. From Jackson to Hewitt, the extremely dry conditions are a literal hot bed for a spark to become deadly. And this week, we lost a hero. Dariel Vasquez The Jennings Creek Fire took the life of volunteer fire fighter… Continue reading
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The Bear Truth
It happens every spring. The weather finally begins to warm up and the critters wake up and wander out of the local woods and into neighborhoods. Some find them cute, while others find them terrifying. These critters include deer, fox, and bear. Living in New Jersey, seeing wildlife out and about is a daily occurrence.… Continue reading
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The Healing Power of the Shore
Last week my husband and I took our first extended vacation in probably close to a decade. It was actually the longest vacation we had since our honeymoon. Where did we go, you might ask? Down the shore, of course. I am fully aware of the insanity that took place last weekend. Thankfully, we were… Continue reading
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Were You Rattled Today?
New Jersey experienced something that hasn’t happened in over a century. A strong earthquake. Needless to say, it left many, including me, rattled. However, if you watched the local news, you would’ve thought it happened in New York. I know, you’re shocked. For the record, here are the facts: So as usual, even though the… Continue reading
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Looking for Cherry Trees? Check out Branch Brook Park!
For the most part, I like New 12 New Jersey. However, this morning during their “Close to Home” program, they were showing off cherry blossom trees and boasting how New York City is the place to go to check them out this spring. Ahem, I’ll put this as nicely as possible for a Jersey Girl.… Continue reading
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It’s Spring – Time to Get Out!
We finally had a few nice days in a row, so it was time to actually leave the house for more than just food shopping and take in some fresh air. So hubby and I decided to check out a spot that is new to us as a possible fishing spot. Well, we weren’t the… Continue reading
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