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Paddling the Passaic, an infamously polluted river, and finding hope, humanity and natural beauty

American River, a documentary by NJ filmmaker Scott Morris captures the journey and shares the history of the river with an eye toward its future. See it at NJPAC on Jan. 20.

by Matt CortinaJanuary 9, 2023January 14, 2023
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Go here: Goat Hill Overlook

Leaves were just starting to change color on our walk, but for its ease and payoff, we’ll be back several times this fall.

by INDY GoSeptember 8, 2022September 9, 2022
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Culture Outdoors

Trenton Cycling Revolution’s Community Outreach Garage empowers people to get, and stay, on two wheels

“Right now, the idea is that you walk in and put your bike on the stand. Someone will help you out and give you recommendations on tools to use. I’d rather see someone take more time and learn the right way, than me doing it in four seconds with my muscle memory.’’

by Kyle NardineAugust 19, 2022August 23, 2022
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The profound sensory experience of forest bathing in NJ

Forest bathing is the practice of communing with nature and activating your senses. Though you can do it alone, we went on a walk with certified guide Richard Collins at Duke Farms in Hillsborough.

by Matt CortinaAugust 18, 2022August 20, 2022
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Go here: Tuckerton Seaport and Great Bay Wildlife Management Area

A trip to the southern Shore provides some of the most beautiful sights in the state, regardless of season. the picturesque views of vast marshland, sedge islands, LBI and Atlantic City in the distance are awe-inspiring.

by Connor ReddingtonAugust 5, 2022August 5, 2022
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Red Bank Battlefield
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Go here: Red Bank Battlefield Park in Gloucester County

The grounds in and around Red Bank Battlefield are steeped in history. This week, a public archeological dig discovered the remains of a dozen Hessian soldiers in an adjacent lot.

by Kyle NardineAugust 3, 2022August 3, 2022
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Go here: Cushetunk Mountain Preserve

There are longer ascents, rockier climbs, more breathtaking vistas and denser forests in the state, but few have provide the unique combination of charm, challenge and isolation that Cushetunk Mountain Preserve provides.

by INDY GoJuly 27, 2022August 3, 2022
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Two NJ kids summit Kilimanjaro while raising funds for Ukraine

“There was no doubt till the summit day that we could do it. It is only when we could see the summit point after six hours of climb that we thought we could finally do it.”

by Matt CortinaJuly 22, 2022July 28, 2022
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Mullica River Fire
News Outdoors

What’s with all the wildfires in NJ this year? ‘Nature’s confused,’ state fire chief says.

Climate change has extended the fire season in New Jersey and made it more difficult to fight them.

by Matt CortinaJuly 21, 2022July 27, 2022
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Batsto Village, Wharton State Forest, New Jersey
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Go here: Batsto Village in the Pine Barrens

A trip through history and the Pine Barrens at Batsto Village, where you can mountain bike, hike or paddle your way through pristine South Jersey nature.

by Matt CortinaJuly 14, 2022July 15, 2022
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Go here: Pyramid Mountain in Boonton

This is, simply, one of the best hikes in Jersey; a 3-mile-ish hike across trail and rocky terrain that’s both challenging and accessible to hikers of varying skill levels.

by Matt CortinaJuly 6, 2022July 6, 2022
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After walking 25,000 miles around the world, Tom Turcich returns home to Jersey

“It’s weird, I’ve been around the world and back, and I go home and I feel like nothing has changed. You fall right back into place with the people that matter to you.”

by Kyle NardineJune 2, 2022June 2, 2022
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