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Book Allaire

    Book Details:
  • Author : Hance Morton Sitkus
  • Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
  • Release : 2002-09-25
  • ISBN : 1439611653
  • Pages : 134 pages

Download or read book Allaire written by Hance Morton Sitkus and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2002-09-25 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allaire traces the history and culture of the village from its days as a famous nineteenth-century industrial community to one of today's most popular living history museums in New Jersey. In 1822, James P. Allaire established the Howell Works, one of many bog-iron furnaces that once dotted the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Explored are the rise and fall of the industrial community, as well as the village's transition from the Allaire family to Arthur Brisbane, a famous Hearst newspaper editor. Also included are the early restoration efforts of Allaire Village and some familiar sites on the outskirts of Allaire, including Kessler Farms, Thompson's Dairy Farm, the Pine Creek Railroad, DeLisle's French Restaurant, and Allaire Airport. In 1836, more than three hundred people lived and worked at Howell Works, a self-sufficient community once complete with thirty buildings. The collapse of the bog-iron industry in the late 1840s left the village crumbling and nearly deserted by 1900. In 1907, on a leisurely drive from his Lakewood mansion, Arthur Brisbane bought Allaire Village. Revitalizing it, he created a luxurious country estate. Allaire contains images of the Allaire Inn, Brisbane's model farm, and the Boy Scouts' Camp Burton. During the 1900s, Allaire was home to the legendary Indian Joe, the Pennsylvania Railroad's doodlebugs, and Brisbane's full-time staff-the Macauley, Frostick, Service, and Reynold families.

Book Allaire

    Book Details:
  • Author : Hance Morton Sitkus
  • Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
  • Release : 2002
  • ISBN : 9780738510835
  • Pages : 134 pages

Download or read book Allaire written by Hance Morton Sitkus and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allaire traces the history and culture of the village from its days as a famous nineteenth-century industrial community to one of today's most popular living history museums in New Jersey. In 1822, James P. Allaire established the Howell Works, one of many bog-iron furnaces that once dotted the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Explored are the rise and fall of the industrial community, as well as the village's transition from the Allaire family to Arthur Brisbane, a famous Hearst newspaper editor. Also included are the early restoration efforts of Allaire Village and some familiar sites on the outskirts of Allaire, including Kessler Farms, Thompson's Dairy Farm, the Pine Creek Railroad, DeLisle's French Restaurant, and Allaire Airport. In 1836, more than three hundred people lived and worked at Howell Works, a self-sufficient community once complete with thirty buildings. The collapse of the bog-iron industry in the late 1840s left the village crumbling and nearly deserted by 1900. In 1907, on a leisurely drive from his Lakewood mansion, Arthur Brisbane bought Allaire Village. Revitalizing it, he created a luxurious country estate. Allaire contains images of the Allaire Inn, Brisbane's model farm, and the Boy Scouts' Camp Burton. During the 1900s, Allaire was home to the legendary Indian Joe, the Pennsylvania Railroad's doodlebugs, and Brisbane's full-time staff-the Macauley, Frostick, Service, and Reynold families.

Book Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers  Plants and Trees

Download or read book Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers Plants and Trees written by Ernst Lehner and published by Colchis Books. This book was released on 2022-11-14 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees, Ernst and Johanna Lehner explore the rich cultural heritage and symbolic meanings associated with various flora across different societies and traditions. This comprehensive guide offers insights into how these natural elements have been woven into myths, legends, and everyday life, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness between nature and human culture.

Book Off the Beaten Path

    Book Details:
  • Author :
  • Publisher : Readers Digest
  • Release : 2003
  • ISBN : 0762104244
  • Pages : 391 pages

Download or read book Off the Beaten Path written by and published by Readers Digest. This book was released on 2003 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thoroughly updated, this handbook spotlights over 1,000 of America's most overlooked must-see destinations in a state-by-state, A-Z format. 300 color photos.

Book State Parks

    Book Details:
  • Author : United States. National Park Service
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1947
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 62 pages

Download or read book State Parks written by United States. National Park Service and published by . This book was released on 1947 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book National Geographic Guide to the State Parks of the United States

Download or read book National Geographic Guide to the State Parks of the United States written by National Geographic Society (U.S.) and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers tips from parks staff; suggests trails for biking, hiking, and flower gazing; with photographs and maps.

Book Guide to State Parks of the United States

Download or read book Guide to State Parks of the United States written by National Geographic and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-03-06 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 950 parks are included in this guidebook of State Parks of the United States.

Book Highlands

    Book Details:
  • Author : John P. King
  • Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
  • Release : 2001
  • ISBN : 9780738523620
  • Pages : 168 pages

Download or read book Highlands written by John P. King and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seated majestically upon a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Highlands, one of New Jersey's most famous and romantic coastal towns, has served, in turns, as sanctuary, battlefield, resort destination, and home to generations of Americans, both immigrant and native. Its history, in many ways, mirrors the epic tale of America's evolution: an untamed wilderness yielding under the determination and sacrifice of a people laboring to create an enduring community--and in Highlands, they succeeded. Highlands, Ney Jersey chronicles this town's remarkable journey across four centuries of adventure, adversity, and prosperity, from the first New World explorers, such as Verrazano and Henry Hudson, to the present-day men and women who work, live, and play along these picturesque shores. This illustrated volume provides a rare glimpse into the Highlands of yesteryear and introduces readers to a cast of unique characters against a backdrop of major local and nation events, such as the Revolutionary War, the luxury era of Highlands in the nineteenth century, its incorporation in 1900, and the gold rush of 1948. Through these stories and their vivid images, the personality and charm of Highlands come to life, reminding today's residents and visitors why this setting has served as a source of inspiration for scores of writers, artists, and businessmen over the years.

Book 50 Hikes in New Jersey  Fifth   Explorer s 50 Hikes

Download or read book 50 Hikes in New Jersey Fifth Explorer s 50 Hikes written by New York-New Jersey Trail Conference and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A treasury of trails that takes you to the best wild places in the Garden State Known more for its urban areas than its green spaces, the Garden State is actually a crossroads for major interstate trails including the Maine-to-Georgia Appalachian Trail, the 150-mile Highlands Trail, and the 60-mile Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail. Hike along the Appalachian ridge or over the ragged Wyanokies, pass into pine barrens or through marshes and dunes on the coast, and you’ll see that New Jersey has so much more to offer than just cities. These 50 routes cover walks, hikes, and backpacking trips from the Kittatinnies to Cape May. With excursions from 1.5 to 28 miles in length, accompanied by driving directions, trailhead information, difficulty ratings, and detailed maps, this roster of hikes will suit everyone from families out for a nature walk to adventurous backpackers up for challenge.

Book New York and New Jersey Parks Guide

Download or read book New York and New Jersey Parks Guide written by Barbara Sinotte and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 1996 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a walk in the park. Or explore a forest, gorge, campground, even a historic site. Spend a week or a weekend. Go biking, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting or cross-country skiing. Or just relax and enjoy the most beautiful scenery in the Northeast! This is a guide to the state and the national parks throughout New York & New Jersey, the wildlife refuges, nature and bike trails, historic sites, facilities and activities at each site, and contact information.

Book National Geographic Guide to State Parks of the United States

Download or read book National Geographic Guide to State Parks of the United States written by National Geographic and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2012-04-03 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers tips from parks staff; suggests trails for biking, hiking, and flower gazing; with photographs and maps.

Book U S  Geological Survey Circular

Download or read book U S Geological Survey Circular written by and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Horsing Around in New Jersey

Download or read book Horsing Around in New Jersey written by Arline Zatz and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arline Zatz has writtenthe first guidebook to everything equine in the Garden State: Horsing Around in New Jersey. This accessible, easy-to-use volume is essential reading for the novice who yearns to go horseback riding but doesn't know how or where to begin; for the experienced equestrian seeking new trails and campsites; for anyone wishing to attend an equestrian event; and for those seeking a job in the equestrian field, which already employs nearly 6,000 New Jerseyans. The industry generates more than 650 million dollars in annual revenue. Millions of people attend equine events in New Jersey each year. The U.S. Equestrian team makes its home there, and New Jersey's state animal is the horse. Zatz tells readers--including those with disabilities--where they can take lessons, rent a horse, and prepare for riding. She includes safety and first aid tips. Horse history and breeds common to New Jersey are discussed, as are health concerns, including diseases, preventative medicine, and emergency care. The book showcases New Jersey's eighty-five equestrian trails and covers information on where to obtain riding permits and their accompanying rules and regulations. There is advice for both new horse owners and renters, including recommendations on tack and clothing, stable management, and horse adoption. The book acquaints readers with year-round equine entertainment opportunities, and offers dozens of suggestions on where to watch or participate in sports on horseback. Zatz lists equine education programs for all ages, and outlines numerous employment opportunities within the equine industry. The book concludes with a glossary of common horse industry terminology, a listing of national equine associations and breed registries, equipment sources, and equine publications for further reading.

Book New Jersey for Kids

    Book Details:
  • Author : Patrick Sarver
  • Publisher : Rutgers University Press
  • Release : 2012-03-16
  • ISBN : 0813553571
  • Pages : 220 pages

Download or read book New Jersey for Kids written by Patrick Sarver and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2012-03-16 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many parents in the Garden State are familiar with Great Adventure in Jackson, the boardwalk at Point Pleasant, and the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, but do they know about Kindermusik in Teaneck, the Young Chef’s Academy in Hillsborough, or the Buehler Challenger and Science Center in Paramus? In New Jersey for Kids, Patrick Sarver provides parents with a handy reference guide offering hundreds of educational and entertaining ideas for children and their parents to explore and enjoy. Activities are designed specifically for kids ages 12 and under and cover a wide array of fun ways to enrich their intellectual lives, build their athletic skills, express themselves creatively, or just have room to play. The activities covered include: Robotics workshops Themed tea parties Plays and performances for children Museum tours, special exhibits, and programs for kids Pony rides and horseback riding lessons Specialized summer camps Arts and crafts classes Gymnastics classes Zoos and nature activities Hockey, soccer, and baseball clinics Acting and dancing lessons Play centers with slides, ball pits, and bounce castles Busy parents no longer need to spend hours surfing the Web and scouting out resources to find nearby activities their kids might enjoy. New Jersey for Kids puts this information right in the palms of their hands. Chapters are organized by category so it is easy to locate just the right activities to suit an individual child’s interests, whether it’s a fun way to spend an afternoon or a class that might inspire a lifelong passion. Along with descriptions and commentary, listings include recommended age ranges, handicap accessibility, and estimated durations of activities as well as practical information on hours, price ranges, Web sites, and phone numbers.

Book New Jersey Day Trips

    Book Details:
  • Author : Patrick Sarver
  • Publisher : Rutgers University Press
  • Release : 2007-07-06
  • ISBN : 0813541492
  • Pages : 288 pages

Download or read book New Jersey Day Trips written by Patrick Sarver and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2007-07-06 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in a revised and expanded 11th edition, New Jersey Day Trips offers a fascinating journey through hundreds of tourist attractions in all corners of the Garden State. Plus, it explores the most popular points just beyond the state's borders. Both comprehensive and practical, this new edition of the best-selling guidebook on New Jersey has added dozens of new entries to its extensive list of destinations. You'll discover attractions easily by subject category, letting you zero in on places that appeal to you the most. Entries include descriptions, hours of operation, location, price range, telephone numbers, and websites. Stroll down the quaint streets of Lambertville or revel in the excitement of Atlantic City's casinos. Journey back in time at Waterloo Village or explore Revolutionary War battlefields. Canoe down the Delaware River or soar high above the countryside in a hot air balloon. You'll find all these things and a lot more within the pages of this handy guidebook.

Book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles  New York City

Download or read book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles New York City written by Christopher Brooks and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2013-05-20 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With so many superb trails in the New York City area, planning a hike can be a frustrating endeavor. Which one for an all-day outing? Where can I take my dog? Which are suitable for young children? With this newly revised and updated edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City all of those questions will be answered. From secluded woods and sun-struck seashores, to lowland swamps and rock-strewn mountain tops, these hikes showcase Paleolithic rock shelters, ruins from the Revolutionary and Civil War periods, a bat cave, ghostly ruins, and much, much more. Unbounded by state lines, the trails awaiting hikers in the updated edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City include a meandering ascent of Jenny Jump Mountain in Hope, New Jersey, a deep exploration of Trout Brook Valley near Weston, and a scenic section of the Appalachian Trail that runs by Fitzgerald Falls in New York. Packed with valuable tips and humorous observations, the guide prepares both novices and veterans for the outdoors and includes all the information hikers need to get the most out of the trails, including: • Driving directions and GPS coordinates for all 60 trailheads to take the guesswork out of the trip • At-a-glance data on length, hiking time, difficulty, scenery, traffic and accessibility • Specifics on good hikes for kids, dogs, rock scramblers, bird watching, and much more • Plus, the authors offer a wide range of suggestions for outdoor recreation and nearby attractions including 20 additional hiking options With rock-scrambling ascents to bald summits and peaceful rambles to hidden lakes, from swamp streams to roaring waterfalls, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City is an indispensable guide for hikers (and walkers) looking for a few hours escape from the modern world.