case it’s a little different from where you live – the Cape May County Utilities Authority (CMCMUA) has a list in English and French for visitors and a separate recycling list just for campers that detail what must be recycled. For specific information call the CMCMUA at 609-465-9026; the Cumber- land County Utilities Authority (CCUA) at 856-455-7120 or the AtlanticCountyUtilities Authority (ACUA) at 609-272-6950.
FIRE CONTROL TOWER No. 23 88
New Jersey’s last remaining restor- able World War II fire tower was
part of the immense Harbor Defense of Delaware Bay. Built in 1942 on Sunset Boulevard in Lower Township near Cape May Point, the tower was one of 15 that helped aim batteries of coastal artillery from North Wildwood to Bethany Beach, Delaware, protecting the Delaware River
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and Bay. Four of these towers were in Cape May County – the towers in North Wild- wood and Wildwood Crest were torn down and the fourth is inside the Grand Hotel, Beach and Philadelphia avenues in Cape May. The fire tower has been restored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts with spiral staircases so people can climb to the top, interpretive panels along the walkway and inside the tower, lighting, parking and other safety features. The tower is listed on both the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places. For tour information call 800 275-4278 or visit
www.capemaymac.org
MOREY’S PIERS 89
Morey’s Piers amusement piers and water parks in the Wildwoods
are an absolute must on any visit to South- ern New Jersey. With age-appropriate rides for toddlers through senior citizens, visitors can pay as they go for each ride with pre- paid cards or purchase a wristband that will allow riders on all attractions. Tickets and wristbands can be used at any of the three piers. The water parks even have special sections for younger swimmers. 609-522- 3900.
www.moreyspiers.com
LAKE LENAPE PARK 90
Lake Lenape offers 2,000 acres for boating, canoeing, rafting, camping,
hiking, biking or just enjoying a spring, summer or fall outing. Cedar-lined shores are bordered by lush mixed-oak and pine trees, and blueberry and laurel bushes. Since the time when Native Americans inhabited the area, Lake Lenape in Mays Landing has provided fishermen with some excellent largemouth bass action, catfish and pickerel catches.
www.aclink.org/parks
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THE FORGOTTEN WARRIORS MUSEUM
women who served in Korea and Vietnam. The museum has over a thousand artifacts, photos and more. The museum is in the County Airport, 529 Forrestal Road, Rio Grande, near the Naval Air Station. For information call 609-374-2987 or
www.for-
gottenwarriors.org
91 ESTELL MANOR PARK 92
Where fall – or any time - is per- fect for boating, hiking or camping
throughout the 1700 acres that make up this special place. The former glassworks site the home of the Warren E. Fox nature Center and more than 20 miles of trails including an elevated wooded swamp trail boardwalk. If it snows, do some cross-coun- try skiing. The park is 3.5 miles south of Mays Landing on Route 50. 609-645-5960 or
www.aclink.org/parks
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with a “shore” touch What comes to mind when you think summer –
even in December. T-Shirts and hats? Caramel corn? Glass Treasures? Fudge? Rekindle those memories of summer with gifts that remind you – and the lucky recipi- ent – of those lazy, hazy days of summer. Shop online at your favorite shop or better yet... pay us a visit and shop locally before Santa loads up his sleigh. Here are some websites to help capture your seashore memories.
www.johnsonpopcorn.com www.fudgekitchens.com www.laurasfudge.com www.wheatonarts.org www.atlanticcitynj.com
BAYSIDE CENTER 94
The Bayside Center, situated on 1.35 acres at 520 Bay Avenue, is an
activities and education facility on the bayfront in Ocean City. Dedicated to the environmental and cultural aspects of the city’s bayfront, visitors can see unmatched views of the Great Egg Harbor Bay. Located in an historical home dating back to 1916, the Bayside Center is a perfect location to learn about the South Jersey seashore envi- ronment through an array of exhibits, dis- plays, and information or to simply enjoy the bay for its views, wildlife, or water recre- ation. Docks allow bay access for fishing and crabbing; and boaters and kayakers can
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Dedicated to preserving and exhibit- ing the memorabilia from men and
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