My LBI Life

Edward Ned Hector, Black #Patriot of the American #Revolution. This introductory program will present “Ned” Hector, an African American patriot who lived during the American Revolution. Dressed in full uniform and carrying a replica #Pennsylvania long #rifle, #NoahLewis brings to life the role of #AfricanAmericans during this vital time in American #history. Sponsored by Ocean First Foundation #Arts and the #OceanCounty Library Foundation. Don’t miss this program on February 6th at the #Stafford Library starting at 7pm. #manahawkin

Pillars Left

Set long ago these wooden pillars presumably once supported a pier or dock at the edge of the bay in Parkertown.

Life at Low Tide

Oh my! It’s green and it’s alive! Nature bring us plenty of life in and around LBI, even at low tide.

The Last Sunset of 2011

The sunsets on Barnegat and the last day of December.

Viking Santa

The local fishermen at Viking Village aren’t searching for fame on reality television but they are quietly playing a major role in management and cooperative research by working closely with the National Marine Fisheries Service. These are hard working men who take pride in being leaders in their industry emphasizing responsibility, minimal impact to the environment and maintaining the fish habitat for future generations. They are our local hero’s.

Cranberry cultivation in New Jersey is believed to have begun In 1840. Cranberries were kept on board ships in barrels of cold water for the sailors to eat. They contained Vitamin C and helped ward off scurvy, which plagued seafarers on long trips. “Cranberrying” in New Jersey has become a major industry, ranks third in the United States producing about 10 percent of the total national output. Bon Appetite =)