Jun 5. 2018: #GetOutGetsFit Challenge #6 - Starting Soon!
In 2017, I started a journey to change my health. I am down 60 pounds, down many shirt sizes, needed to put many new holes in my belt, can go for long hikes without taking breaks and can even mow my entire yard without being wrecked for the rest of the day. I am now able to do more and have a bit more of the life I want. It is a great start, but I still have a long way to go.
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May 1. 2018: Opening Day at the Highlands Natural Pool (May 26th)
Join members, friends & neighbors as we celebrate a new season. The pool opens with the ringing of the bell, words of welcome & our annual pool jump-in! A pot-luck lunch will be served, bring a dish to share (please include a list of ingredients).
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Apr 8. 2018: 26 Gardens You Should Visit This Summer
With the greener months of 2018 just a few weeks away we wanted to help you find the most beautiful gardens of the great Garden State. And here you go :)
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Mar 12. 2018: 2018 Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival
Pick one or join us for many of our fabulous featured events during the 2018 Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival!
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Oct 13. 2017: Introducing Trail Tracker for New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites
The New Jersey State Parks system has released a new way to explore NJ!
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Jul 1. 2017: (updated) State Parks, Forests, Historic Sites, and Recreation Areas will be closed for a bit
Due to the government shutdown in the State of New Jersey, all State Parks, Forests, Historic Sites, and Recreation Areas will be closed until further notice.
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May 22. 2017: NJ State Championships Disc Golf Tournament at Thompson Park
Thompson Park Disc Golf Course, created by East Brunswick resident David Wolverton for his Eagle Scout Project, hosted the Sunday Finals of the NJ State Championships Disc Golf Tournament.
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Dec 30. 2016: 2017 First Day Hikes Throughout the NJ State Parks
The New Jersey State Park Service is hosting 19 guided hikes, 1 mountain bike ride and 1 horseback ride in state parks, forests and historic sites on New Years Day as part of America's State Parks First Day Hikes program. These free First Day Hikes offer a great incentive to get outside, exercise, experience history, enjoy nature, and celebrate the New Year with friends and family in one of your state parks.
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Sep 24. 2016: Scenic Train Rides Around NJ (2016)
We have a bit of a soft spot for scenic train rides, and always search them out whenever we are out exploring. We hope this list helps you find a few scenic train rides for your next adventure!
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Aug 5. 2016: A Special Time to Stargaze: 2016 Perseids Meteor Shower
This year is setting up to be one of the best years for seeing the Perseids Meteor Shower. With a projected rate of 50 - 150 per hour, this should be a great show to watch.
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