Back bay kayaking- an economical way to see wildlife (and houses!) up close. I was out the other night just before sunset…a comfortable breeze and the opportunity to watch graceful snowy egrets as I paddled near the marsh.
This morning, the bay was completely still. It was an equilibrium challenging combination- the reflection of the clouds and houses [...]
There was a segment on The Today Show this morning about staying safe on vacation.
The statement that caught my attention- “parents let down their guard, and don’t always enforce the same rules that apply at home”. Unfortunately, very true.
Two recent examples that I observed: bike riders (including several adults with their kids in the attached buggy) out during the [...]
I didn’t believe the weather forecast (I prefer to live in denial) – and made plans for some time on the beach after work this afternoon. The heavy rain caused minor flooding along Dune Drive, and our visitors to run for cover! Messy afternoon- but the sky is looking brighter.
This artistic sand sculpture remained intact over night. The beach cleaner was kind enough to circle around it, so it could be admired for another day.
I feel guilty if I am the first set of foot prints over rows of freshly raked sand. It’s like walking on just vacuumed carpet!
The seagulls have had the stronghold on the shore for years- a rival group was bound to hear about the opportunities and try to move in.
Has anyone else noticed the black crows? They are breaking in to trash bags and wandering the beach like they own the place.
I see them nesting in the center island trees, and [...]
I live 1,125 feet from the beach (375 yards for those who golf). The hot air hit me as soon as I walked out of my house. Thankfully, the beach has a separate weather system. The cool air hanging over the ocean could be felt as soon as I reached the beach path.
During my walk, there was a [...]
I was composing today’s entry in my head as I walked along the beach this morning. It was all positive: a cool and eerie fog, the sweet smell of salt water, a man playing a bugle (seriously), the sun breaking through the clouds…UNTIL an unleashed German Shepherd appeared out of the mist!
I stopped dead in my [...]
I noticed this last summer…and the trend continues. Are bathing suit cover-ups in short supply? Have manufacturers stopped producing them?
This crisis forces hundreds of girls to walk around in their bikinis, even while shopping down town. And then, in the spirit of solidarity, men remove their shirts. It’s an endless cycle…
Incredible- this is the view from 11th Street looking north toward the jetty. The north end beach replenishment was completed just before the 4th of July. The Borough of Avalon officials deserve high praise for expediting this project.
Full moon rising over the ocean, and another beautiful sunset last night. Today, a cool sea breeze along the beach. Life is good!
