When you think of New Jersey, you certainly don't think of scenic landscapes like this. What is also strange is this beautiful waterfall is located in a very industrial area of the state. I am told these are the largest falls east of Niagra. I was able to get here a couple of weeks ago and this is one of my better shots from the day.
These Falls are a National Historic Landmark and the it recently came under the protection of the National Parks System.
It is relatively easy to get to the falls:
GARDEN STATE PARKWAY NORTH:
Exit 155P, continue straight ahead onto Route 19 North following signs for "Downtown Paterson."
Make the 1st left onto Cianci Street. Go one light to Market Street and turn left.
Market Street ends at Spruce Street (Paterson Museum is on your left.)
Turn right onto Spruce Street. Go one block to McBride Avenue Extension and turn right.
Visitor center is on the corner, directly across from the Great Falls parking area.
The Falls are lit at night and are supposed to provide spectacular views, however this neighborhood is not the best and I would not recommend being here alone at night with expensive camera equipment.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Great Falls of Paterson
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
The Town of Grassy Sound, NJ
If you enjoy rustic and rural photographer this place is a dream come true. Heralded as New Jersey's most isolated Community this lovely little seaside town of Grassy Sound is far away from the tourist crowds plaguing the rest of New Jersey's vacation spots.
It only has a population of about 50 people and is technically part of Middle Township.
There are about 30 homes left here, some no more than fishing shacks. A narrow boardwalk leads from home to home over the marsh. If you live here you must park your car hundreds of yards from your home at the road, and walk the boardwalk to your home. Most homes have wagons to transport their groceries and supplies from car back to home.
Local wet land laws prevent any further construction at Grassy Sound; the newest home here dates back to 1964. Visiting here you get the feeling that it appeared the same 50 or even 100 years ago.
(There is not a lot of information on line about Grassy Sound, credit for this information goes to Peter Genovese and his wonderful book "New Jersey Curiosities".)
See more photos of Grassy Sound by clicking here.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
U.S.S. Intrepid
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum features two historic American naval vessels for visitors to explore. The Essex-class aircraft carrier USS Intrepid was commissioned in 1943 and participated in World War II, the space race, the Cold War and the Vietnam War. The submarine USS Growler is the only intact strategic diesel-powered submarine that fired nuclear missiles open to the public anywhere in the world.
Address: The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is located on the West side of Manhattan on Pier 86, 12th Ave. & 46th Street. It is easily accessible from all points in the New York City Metro area.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Tugboat Races
Photos of the event have been posted here:
7th Annual Tugboat Race and Competition Hudson River
Sunday 6 September 2009
Pier 84, West 44th Street and the Hudson River - Hudson River Park, NYC, NY
9:30 AM - Tugs gather near Pier 84
10:00 AM - Parade of tugs from Pier 84 to the start line near 79th Street Boat Basin.
10:30 AM - Race starts - From 79th Street Boat Basin to Pier 84 - one nautical mile.
11 AM - Nose to nose pushing contests and line toss competition.
Noon - Tugs tie up to Pier 84 for lunch and awards ceremony.
1 PM - Awards ceremony. Tugs depart at about 2 PM.
ALL DAY - Exhibits on the pier from maritime organizations, the towing industry, maritime museums, USCG, PANYNJ and other maritime government organizations. Plus activities for kids, maritime skill demos, music and more
Friday, August 28, 2009
Witchcraft
Witchcraft, originally uploaded by scottnj.
This is my favorite shot from the "Wings of Freedom" WWII aircraft show I blogged about earlier. This is the B-24 Bomber seen ascending over Allaire Aiport the final morning of the show, August 27, 2009.
I Hope you got a chance to visit, but if not they are returning to New Jersey:
September 4 - 7, 2009 at Cape May Airport
Map
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Wings of Freedom at Allaire Airport
Monmouth County Executive Airport (Allaire) is hosting "Wings of Freedom" tour. This promises to be a great event to get some vintage WWII aircraft photos. Here are the details:
Dates: August 24 thru 27
Features the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress "Nine O Nine" WWII Heavy Bomber, Consolidated B-24 Liberator "Witchcraft" WWII Heavy Bomber and P-51 Mustang which will arrive as part of the "Wings of Freedom Tour" to visit, explore, and learn more about these unique and rare treasures of aviation history. Columbia Fuel Services Monmouth Executive Airport 5009 W. Hurley Pond Road, Belmar. Arrival: 8/24 - 12:00pm, Depart: 8/27 - 12:00pm. Call (978) 562-9182 for more details.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Melody II in The Tuckerton Seaport
Another great place to take photos is the Tuckerton Seaport.
It can be described as A Working Maritime Village Located on Tuckerton Creek in Historic Tuckerton New Jersey. It brings the Jersey Shore’s maritime traditions of the past and present to life through people, exhibits and hands-on activities.
You can see more photos from Tuckerton Seaport here:
Tuckerton Seaport Photos.
General Admission Adults: $8
Tuckerton Seaport is conveniently located on Route 9, 1/2 mile south of the intersection of Route 9 and Route 539 in historic downtown Tuckerton.
Tuckerton Seaport maintains a website for any other details you may need:
Visit Website
Friday, August 21, 2009
Pennsylvania Railroad Caboose, Ocean Gate NJ
Located in the beach community of Ocean Gate New Jersey in Ocean County. This is an interesting place to stop and get a couple of photos, especially if you are are into trains. On display is this restored 1918 Pennsylvania Railroad Caboose.
In 1881, Ocean Gate was known as "Good Luck Point." The Pennsylvania Railroad cut a single track across a 600-acre farm and meadowlands owned by Captain Caleb Grant. Excursion trains passed through Good Luck Point on their way to beach resorts at Seaside Park and Bay Head. As early as 1909 passengers began disembarking here to build their summer cottages. Soon a church and school were built, telephone lines installed, a post office and businesses established, and by 1918 Ocean Gate was born.
The Ocean Gate Historical Society bought the railroad station in 1990 and moved it several blocks to its present location. The two-room 1909 Railroad Station has been restored as closely as possible to its original appearance. The waiting room and ticket office are the focus of the station and featuring a number of exhibits that recall Ocean Gate's early days and some of railroading's history.
Visitors can see the original ticket counter, old station lamps, railroad memorabilia, charts and maps, and a variety of tools used by local tradesman at the turn of the century. Three showcases highlight local memorabilia.
The exhibit includes the Pennsylvania Railroad's two-man fire-fighting hand pumper used by local firemen, as well as trunks used by Philadelphians who brought their entire wardrobes to their country homes.
Directions: Directions: I-76 East to Rt. 70 East to Lakehurst, NJ. West on Rt. 37 to Tom's River. Turn right onto Rt. 9 South. About a mile out of Toms River take a jughandle left turn onto Ocean Gate Dr. Turn right onto Cape May Ave. Museum is by water tower. 60 - 90 minutes from Philadelphia.
Monday, May 18, 2009
The Welder
How scary a job this must be: balanced on a ladder on a scaffolding on a water tower 100 feet in the air is a welder. I get vertigo just thinking about this. This is the new water tower in Beachwood New Jersey located by the municipal building.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Leprechauns
I just want to wish all my friends and family a Happy and Healthy St. Patrick's Day.
Photo taken at the St. Patrick's Day Parade, Seaside Heights NJ, March 2009