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Get Outside & Explore New Jersey!

Many years ago, the beauty of this state inspired me to explore everything that NJ had to offer, and to capture everything that I was seeing. This inspiration to explore grew into a need, or even a passion, to share what I had found. With a little bit of hard work, this turned in to GetOutsideNJ.com. - Jeff C, GetOutsideNJ.com

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Alpacas are the best. Especially at Alpacas On Allaire

May 4. 2024: Alpacas are the best. Especially at Alpacas On Allaire

This cute farm in Wall, NJ has a happy herd of 12 or so alpacas. They also have a store with all the natural Alpaca products you need. We bought three...

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A Springtime Hike at Spruce Run ~2010

Apr 23. 2024: A Springtime Hike at Spruce Run ~2010

A few years back, we found a friendly #hiking group on Meetup hosting a hike at Spruce Run. Since we have never done anything beyond camping there, we...

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30+ Gardens and Arboretums You Should Visit Spring, 2024!

Apr 14. 2024: 30+ Gardens and Arboretums You Should Visit Spring, 2024!

Spring is here, and what better way to celebrate the season than by exploring some of the beautiful gardens and arboretums around New Jersey! Whether ...

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The Cherry Blossom Festival Returns to Essex County!

Apr 3. 2024: The Cherry Blossom Festival Returns to Essex County!

The Annual Cherry Blossom Festival Returns to Branch Brook Park every April.. and this April is no different. :)

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There is a scam afoot - don't fall for this

Mar 16. 2024: There is a scam afoot - don't fall for this

We wanted to share a scam that some crappy scum are pulling trying to pull... And the Turtle Back Zoo disapproves.

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2023 Lighthouse Challenge of NJ - How Many Will You Visit? (Oct 21st & 22nd)

Oct 9. 2023: 2023 Lighthouse Challenge of NJ - How Many Will You Visit? (Oct 21st & 22nd)

The Lighthouse Challenge of NJ is a rain-or-shine, two-day opportunity to visit land-based lighthouses. museums and life-saving stations!

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Get Up, Get Out and Go Explore New Jersey!

Find time every month... every week... and even every day to get off your couch and get some fresh air. Head to a local park or just walk around your neighborhood. Do anything besides sit there and stare. Go stretch your legs and find your next adventure.