Jan 1. 2015: December Locations, Groups, Galleries Updates
Each month, we try to add all types of new content. This includes new locations, groups, photo galleries, and guides. Click this story to see all our new additions...
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Dec 31. 2014: First Day / New Years Day Hikes In Our State Parks
Start off your new year with a hike in one of NJ's great State Parks!
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Nov 30. 2014: November Locations, Groups, Galleries Updates
Each month, we try to add all types of new content. This includes new locations, groups, photo galleries, and guides. Click this story to see all our new additions...
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Oct 31. 2014: Recently Added Locations, Groups, Galleries, and More (October, 2014)
Each month, we try to add all types of new content. This includes new locations, groups, photo galleries, and guides. Click this story to see all our new additions...
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Oct 4. 2014: Celebrate Fall, Harvest & Wine at These Events (NJWineWithMe Post)
Do you have plans to get outside in NJ this Fall? If you're looking for something different to do, November in NJ is packed with great autumnal wine events, all over the state. Here are some ideas of events to attend with friends, family, and the kids. There are events for both the active adventure seeker and the reserved wine aficionado.
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Sep 26. 2014: New Locations, Groups, and Galleries..
Over the last few weeks, we have added a lot of new Locations, Groups, and Galleries.
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Aug 1. 2014: Sipping Wine in the Summer Sun (August NJWineWithMe Post)
There are lots of NJ wine events taking place throughout the rest of the Summer, where you can sip some wine and relax in the sunshine. If you can't make it to a beach, this, to me, is the best alternative! Resting at the beach or wineries recharge my batteries.
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Jun 3. 2014: June Wine Events in NJ (NJWineWithMe Post)
June is a busy busy month for Wine Events around New Jersey!
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May 8. 2014: Hoff-Vannatta Farmstead Open House, April 2014 (with video)
We visited the spring 2014 open house at the Hoff-Vannatta Farmstead on April 26th. There were live demonstrations, historic artifacts, actual descendants of the original family living in the farm, and much more. We found the level of hospitality, historical knowledge, and overall professionalism to be top notch.
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May 5. 2014: Reminder: Keep your pups on a leash, or visit a dog park
Just wanted to share a reminder to never let your dogs off-leash in public places, unless within an enclosed dog park. This is for their safety, other people's safety, and just to ensure they do not run away. Keep everyone safe.
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Apr 16. 2014: Wine Season Is Under Way with Spring Events (NJWineWithMe Post)
Wine Season Is under Way with Spring Events all around New Jersey!
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Apr 14. 2014: After A 2 Year Restoration Project, Ringwood Manor is Open Again
Two years after a furnace malfunction covered it in oily soot, a Revolutionary War-era estate has reopened in northern New Jersey.
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Apr 8. 2014: Cherry Blossom Festival - April 2014
The annual Cherry Blossom Festival in Branch Brook Park (Essex County, NJ) began this past Saturday, April 5th, with races, family fun, and much more.
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Feb 28. 2014: Visiting Northlandz Model Railroad and Doll Museum (video)
A few years back, we visit Northlandz Model Railroad and Doll Museum in Flemington, NJ. Though we had never visited here before, we were excited to see one of the largest model railroads in the world. And it certainly did not disappoint!
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Jan 19. 2014: Quick Updates for 2014..
Just wanted to share quick update for the new year, a bit of info about the owners of the site, and a note on how you can contribute to GetOut.
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Sep 14. 2013: The State We're In: Celebrate Highlands Water, History & Culture
Great article by Michele Byers of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation on the important mission behind the Highlands Festival at Waterloo..
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Sep 11. 2013: Highlands Festival At Waterloo - 9/21-22/2013
Rediscover Waterloo Village and the natural resources of the New Jersey Highlands and the Highlands Festival at Waterloo this Sept 21-22!
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Sep 3. 2013: A Call To NJ Park Systems (campgrounds and sporting good stores too)
For the GetOutsideNJ project to grow, I would need to drive around NJ, randomly, everyday, all day. What we really need is help from all the state, county and muni parks around NJ.
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Jul 2. 2013: NJ State Museum/Blue Star Museums - FREE Admission to Active Military
NJ State Museum and Blue Star Museums are offering FREE Admission to Active Military Personnel and their families between Memorial Day and Labor Day, 2013.
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Jan 11. 2013: Getting to know you, and your favorite park
We slowly started emailing campgrounds, park systems and any "outdoorsy" groups this evening. We hope to build a close relationship to these type locations to ensure the site is always up to date!
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Sep 6. 2012: Featured Place: High Point State Park
The view from High Point Monument, at 1,803 feet above sea level, is a spectacular panorama of NJ/NY/PA. Trails around the entire park will challenge even the most advanced hikers and bikers.
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Jun 28. 2012: Featured Place: Hacklebarney State Park
We have only visited Hacklebarney State Park one time since finding it a few years ago, and we can not wait to get back. The primary trails are well kept, somewhat challenging, but are not so hard that you will be hurting. The streams, water falls, and the Black River are amazing for fishing, sightseeing, and just enjoying the sounds of rushing water. You will also find a few playgrounds for the little ones to work off the rest of their energy. It is just a great park!
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Jun 22. 2012: Featured Place: Sourland Mountain Preserve
Sourland Mountain Preserve is a great place for a lot of activities. Personally, we hike here once a year, usually in the fall. The trails are challenging for sure. Steep-ish hills, lots of rocks to step around, and simply great views. The mountain biking here is great. Many groups do group rides here to help show people around. Keep an eye out on the JORBA site for these rides.
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May 25. 2012: Featured Place: The Great Divide Campground
In 2012, one of our favorite campgrounds in NJ was purchased by a new owner. Green Valley Beach, was bought and renamed to The Great Divide Campground. At first we were a little apprehensive of this change. But as we discussed some improvements/changes directly with the new management, we knew they were going to be a great change.
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Apr 12. 2012: Featured Place: Round Valley Recreation Area
This weeks featured park is one of our favorite parks in NJ. This park is simply great. From very challenging hiking, to hard biking, to great fishing, it is all here.
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Apr 5. 2012: Featured Places: Tillman Ravine and Buttermilk Falls
Any time we are in Stokes, we always stop by Tillman Ravine and Buttermilk falls. No matter how many times we stop by, it is always like wwe are seeing these amazing places for the first time.
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Mar 28. 2012: Unauthorized Trail Building at High Point State Park (via JORBA)
Many people do not understand what time and planning go into creating the trail system we have in NJ. Many believe they can just go out and make their own. Please read on..
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Mar 24. 2012: The Treetop Adventure Aerial Obstacle Course is now open at the Turtle Back Zoo
The Turtle Back Zoo has always been a great destination for both kids and their parents. Now your visit can contain some high flying fun on their Treetop Adventure Aerial Obstacle Course.
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Mar 15. 2012: NJDEP News Release: Parks and Forestry Permanently Closes Upper River Campground at Bull's Island
The Department of Environmental Protection's Division of Parks and Forestry has decided to permanently close the upper river campground at Bull's Island Recreational Area along the Delaware River in Hunterdon County.
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Feb 22. 2012: Ringwood Manor Closed For Cleaning because of a malfunctioning furnace
Ringwood Manor, the historic country house at the heart of Ringwood State Park, will be closed for the remainder of the winter to allow for cleanup of soot released by a malfunctioning furnace. The DEP's State Park Service will be working with historical conservators to ensure careful and thorough cleaning of the interior of the Manor House and its artifacts.
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