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    Sunday, August 1st, 2010

    Paddle the Maurice River

     

    Time & Place

    10am

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    We will start at Willow Grove Lake and go to Sherman Ave. (long trip). Meet at the Malaga five points Wawa Delsea Drive and Rt 40. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

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    Vicki | 856-256-9568 | Email | Web

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    Wednesday, August 4th, 2010

    New Jersey: The Movie

     

    Time & Place

    6:30pm
    Toms River Branch, Ocean County Library , 101 Washington Street, Toms River, New Jersey

    Where Is The Dividing Line Between North and South Jersey?

    New Jersey: The Movie * Award-Winning Film Presentation and Discussion with Director

    TOMS RIVER- The map says New Jersey is one state. But the people who live in it know better: There is North Jersey and there is South Jersey. Where is this long debated, "dividing line?" Can the state's residents even agree on anything?

    On Wednesday, August 4th at 6:30 pm, the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library will be showing New Jersey: The Movie. This award-winning documentary takes a humorous, in-depth and heartfelt look at the split personality of our unique state.

    Follow director, Steven J Chernoski, as he visits New Jersey's wonderful towns, interviews colorful residents (including many mayors) and gets in the middle of town festivals and high traffic areas polling people on the often asked question: Where is the cultural dividing line between North and South Jersey?

    Admission is free. Steve Chernoski will also be here to discuss the film and to lead what promises to be a riveting debate about the north/south dividing line. Please register by calling 732-349 6200 or at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. The library is located at 101 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ. For more information about the film, visit http://www.newjerseythemovie.com/NEW_JERSEY_The_Movie/Home.html

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    Nancy Marino | 732-349-6200 x5101 | Email | Web

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    Saturday, August 7th, 2010

    Pinelands Heritage Series: Lenape Indians

     

    Time & Place

    1:00 pm
    Medford Friends Meetinghouse

    Speaker: William Guthrie

    Description: The Lenape in New Jersey before the "European Invasion" knew about and used what they found in the environment for material goods,food,shelter and clothing. This presentation will involve examining artifacts and learning how they were crafted, listening to authetnic stories, and otherwise being involved in a consideration of what it was to live here long ago in what is now New Jersey. Bill Guthrie is a professor of education at Rider University.

    Advance reservations required for all programs.

    $10 per person payable at the door in cash or check.

    Part of the 2010 Pinelands Heritage Series, sponsored by PPA and Preservation New Jersey.

    More Information

    Jane | 609 859-8860 x12 | Email | Web

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    Whitesbog Village Tour

     

    Time & Place

    1pm
    Whitesbog Village

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    Whitesbog Village Tour 1 PM $5/person. Stroll the Historic Village, learn about Whitesbog's role in history and visit Suningive, Elizabeth White's historic home, the worker's cottages and other buildings that speak to Whitesbog's heritage.

    Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

    More Information

    609.893.4646 | Email | Web

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    Sunday, August 8th, 2010

    The Last of the Pine Barrens' Charcoal Makers

     

    Time & Place

    1pm
    Whitesbog Village

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    Quarterly Lecture Series. 1 PM. $5 members, $7 non-members, by reservation. "The Last of the Pine Barren's Charcoal Makers," Presenter: Ted Gordon.

    Sponsored by the Whitesbog Preservation Trust.

    More Information

    609.893.4646 | Email | Web

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    Paddle Haines Creek along the Medford Canoe Trail

     

    Time & Place

    9:30am

    Shaded and no shuttle! Take a break from the heat! We'll paddle up to Medford Park, eat lunch, and return with current. It offers superb scenery with lush vegetation and tranquil waters. Meet at Kirby's Mill on Church Road. Easy float trip, but no rentals. Check out the trails website http://medfordcanoetrail.wordpress.com/

    Call Leader Harry Barok between 6 and 10 PM. 856-985-6172 or E-Mail, Harrykaraoke7@aol.com

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

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    Harry | 856-985-6172 | Email | Web

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    Monday, August 9th, 2010

    Pakim Pond Hike

     

    Time & Place

    10 am

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    PAKIM POND. 6 miles, moderate pace. Hike the Batona Trail to Pakim Pond return by the Cranberry Trail. Meet at Brendan Byrne Ranger Station. Leaders: Rose Barranger, 856-589-6807, rhosa129@yahoo.com & Janet Horton, 856-461-5771, Cell # 609-706-5691, janeth1@comcast.net.

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    Rose | 856-589-6807 | Email | Web

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    Atsion Bogs Hike

     

    Time & Place

    8:30am

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    6-7 miles, moderate pace. Early morning hike around some scenic bogs. Bring water, snack, and repellant. Meet at Atsion Ranger station. Leader: Christine Denneler, .856-461-5379

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to register.

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    Christine | 856-461-5379 | Web

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    Thursday, August 12th, 2010

    Canoe/Kayak Cedar Creek

     

    Time & Place

    9am

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    9am.Enjoy a summer paddle in the cool amber waters of Cedar Creek from Dover Forge into Barnegat Bay. Option to takeout at Dudley Park (10 miles). Learn what you can do to protect our NJ coast. Contact leaders to confirm trip participation and meeting location. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

    Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

    More Information

    Leona | 609-259-3734 | Email | Web

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    Canoeing Batsto Lake

     

    Time & Place

    9 - Noon

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    9:00 am to noon Exertion: Moderate

    Here's a chance to spend some time with the family or just work
    on those paddling skills as we canoe around Batsto Lake with
    Ocean County Parks & Recreation. After the paddle spend some time
    in the exploring the Nature Center. (Families must have an adult
    per canoe). Space is limited!

    Sponsored by the Jacques Cousteau Coastal Center

    More Information

    Melanie | (609)812-0649 X206 | Email | Web

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    Friday, August 13th, 2010

    NJ Pinelands Commission meeting

     

    Time & Place

    9:30 a.m.
    NJ Pinelands Commssion, 15 Springfield Road, New Lisbon, NJ 08064

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    The Pinelands Commission usually meets on the second Friday of each month. These meetings are open to the public and are most frequently conducted at the Richard J. Sullivan Center for Environmental Policy and Education, 15C Springfield Road, New Lisbon, New Jersey. The Commission does sometimes meet at other locations in the Pinelands during the year, so please confirm the meeting place by calling the Commission's offices.

    Committees of the Commission meet between the regularly scheduled monthly meetings. The committees include Comprehensive Management Plan (CMP) Policy and Implementation, Permanent Land Protection, Personnel and Budget, Public and Governmental Programs, and Science.

    More Information

    609 894-7300 | Web | Map

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    Saturday, August 14th, 2010

    Canoe/Kayak the North Branch of the Rancocas Creek

     

    Time & Place

    9am

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    A 10-mile trip on a favorite Pinelands waterway and look for turtles sunning themselves along the way. We'll paddle from the trailhead behind Burlington County Community College to Smithville. Meet at the Canoe Trail launch ramp on W. Rancocas Rd., off Rt. 530 in Pemberton. Leader is an "early riser", so contact him between 4am and 7pm if you have any questions. Participants MUST be ready to shuttle at 9am so arrive early to unload your boat and gear. Rentals are not available. Leader: Dave Lynch Cell 609-784-4066 or e-mail dlynch50@verizon.net

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

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    Dave | 609-784-4066 | Email | Web

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    Sunday, August 15th, 2010

    Canoe/Kayak the Mullica River

     

    Time & Place

    9:00am

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    9am. Summer is a beautiful time of year on the Mullica. This is an all day trip for experienced Pines paddlers; expect downfalls and portages. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

    Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

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    Leona | 609-259-3734 | Email | Web

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    Belleplain State Forest Hike

     

    Time & Place

    10am

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    8-9 miles, WELCOME NEW HIKERS! This is a great hike at a moderate pace with a rich variety of habitats: Atlantic White Cedar andmixed hardwood swamps, oak-hickory forest, old fields, andfreshwater lakes, with a possible view of Bald Eagles. Meet atBelleplain Main Office. Just south of Route 550, near Woodbine NC/NP. Bring lunch and water.Bad weather cancels, call day of hike or check website (www.ocsj.org) to confirm. Leader: Scott Eves, 609-805-1463,Please e-mail me for directions at: cscotteves@gmail.com.

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    Scott | 609-805-1463 | Email | Web

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    Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

    Striking a Balance: Recreation and Preservation in the Pinelands (2010 Pinelands Lecture Series)

     

    Time & Place

    7:00pm
    PPA, 17 Pemberton Road, Southampton, NJ 08088

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    ***Re-scheduled from May 24***

    Speaker: Jaclyn Rhoads, Pinelands Preservation Alliance
    Description: Come learn about the recreation opportunities in the Pinelands and how recreation in the Pinelands must respect land set aside for preservation.

    These programs are FREE. Registration is required. Please RSVP to Becky at (609) 859-8860 x21 or becky@pinelandsalliance.org

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    Becky | (609) 859-8860 x21 | Email | Web

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    Thursday, August 19th, 2010

    Canoe/Kayak the Toms River

     

    Time & Place

    9am

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    Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

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    Joe | 609-634-1542 | Email | Web

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    Friday, August 20th, 2010

    Canoe/Kayak the Oswego River

     

    Time & Place

    10:00am

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    10am.The Oswegois a favorite destination for paddlers as it winds through diverse and varied Pinelands forests and savannas. Meet at Lake Oswego. Boats can be rented from Mick's Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental 800-281-1380 or www.mickscanoerental.com/ Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F. 609-259-3734 or Leona@pineypaddlers.com

    Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

    More Information

    Leona | 609-259-3734 | Email | Web

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    Saturday, August 21st, 2010

    Friendship & Bull's Branch Hike

     

    Time & Place

    10am

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    5 miles, moderate pace. Walk along the old bogs on the Bull's Branch of the Tulpehocken Creek. See the blueberry monument and the Friendship Bogs reservoir. Meet at Friendship. Leader: David Bicking, 609-332-2109, dbickin@yahoo.com

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    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

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    David | 609-332-2109 | Email | Web

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    Sunday, August 22nd, 2010

    Great Egg Harbor River Paddle

     

    Time & Place

    10am

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    Weymouth Park to Lake Lenape. We stop to enjoy the water, stop for lunch and stop along the way again. Bring water to drink, sun screen/ hat as the lake offers no shelter. Meet at Weymouth Park. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

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    Vicki | 856-256-9568 | Email | Web

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    Monday, August 23rd, 2010

    Canoe/Kayak the Great Egg Harbor River (Atlantic City)

     

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    Enjoy a 10-mile summer paddle on the "egg" from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace; option for additional 7 miles to Lake Lenape. Rentals are available from Palace Restaurant and Outfitters 609-625-8552 or www.palaceoutfitters.com Meet at Palace Restaurant, 6924 Black Horse Pike. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. George & Leona F, 609-259-3734 or leona@pineypaddlers.com

    Sponsored by the West Jersey Chapter of the Sierra Club.

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    Leona | 609-259-3734 | Email | Web

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    Thursday, August 26th, 2010

    Living and Landscaping New Jersey's Pinelands

     

    Time & Place

    2pm
    Pinelands Commission, 15 Springfield Road, Pemberton Township

    The presentation will detail the benefits of using native Pinelands plants in the home landscape. Admission is free.

    If you would like to attend, please call (609) 894-7300 or send a message to info@njpines.state.nj.us.

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    (609) 894-7300 | Email

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    Saturday, August 28th, 2010

    Moonlight Walk at Whitesbog Village

     

    Time & Place

    7pm
    Whitesbog Village

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    Moonlight Walk at 7 PM. Sturgeon Moon. reservations requested. $5/person. Listen to the night sounds of the Pines, learn about Whitesbog and experience the seasonal changes of the Pinelands. All walks are 3‑5 miles in length, weather permitting and led by experienced leaders.

    Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

    More Information

    609.893.4646 | Email | Web

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    Sunday, August 29th, 2010

    Canoe/Kayak the Toms River

     

    Time & Place

    9am

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    Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring six quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan, 609-634-1542, or mayandpops@aol.com

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact group leader to reserve a space.

    More Information

    Joe | 609-634-1542 | Email | Web

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    Paddle the Maurice River

     

    Time & Place

    10am

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    We will start at Willow Grove Lake and go to Sherman Ave. (long trip). Meet at the Malaga five points Wawa Delsea Drive and Rt 40. Call or E-mail to confirm. Leader: Vicki S. 856-256-9568 or ravingwriter@netzero.com

    Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Non-members must contact leader to reserve space.

    More Information

    Vicki | 856-256-9568 | Email | Web

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