I don’t have any insider information regarding the recent beach closings in Avalon- because the Borough of Avalon has been completely upfront with the community and local media.
The cautious beach cleaning approach, and the willingness to share the details immediately with the residents/visitors were brave moves on the part of Borough officials. It certainly created negative publicity for the town, but it was absolutely the right thing to do.
Call or e-mail me if you can help, and include a shirt size, too.  You are welcome to request a location- and we will get back to you with a specific street assignment.  Call 609-967-7950  or ann@anndelaney.com
Thanks! Your participation is appreciated by the local charities that benefit from this event (Lion’s Club of Avalon , Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and Brendan Borek High Tides Memorial Fund).
I hear this question every day…and ask the same question when I talk with other local business owners.Â
The season started off a bit unsettled. I believe our visitor base had concerns about gas prices, and the economy in general.  Prime rental properties experienced vacancies in July. Summer homeowners provided weekend business for the restaurants and shops, but the island was quiet mid-week.
Beautiful weather and warm temperatures increased demand as we approached August. Last minute requests for weekly rentals continue; and we have “sold out” island wide for the past few weeks. We expect strong occupancy numbers through Labor Day Weekend.
The bottom line: The Seven Mile Beach is an exceptional, name brand destination- located within a reasonable driving distance of a huge customer base. Summer of 2008 is proof that we can survive challenging economic times.
I am proud to support Brendan’s Fund. This local organization provides financial and emotional assistance to Cape May County families coping with pediatric cancer. The Surf Memorial is next Saturday- and a full week’s worth of events starting tonight (see web site or posters in local businesses for more details).
Join in…it’s an expectionally worthy cause.
 Even if you don’t live on the bay- there are opportunities to enjoy the calm (and usually warmer) back bay waterways. Avalon and Stone Harbor have several public docks. The easiest for parking: Avalon Bay Park with a fishing/crabbing dock on 53rd Street, and swimming dock/ kayak launch area on 57th Street. Other docks: 8th Street, over the 21st and 25th Street bridges, 23rd Street, 81st Street, 83rd Street, and 113th Street.
Tide schedule available on Avalon Anchorage Marina’s web site: http://www.avalonanchorage.com/
 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.
 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.
 The weather was a bit unsettled and cool this morning, but it turned into a beautiful beach day. The Stone Harbor fireworks started promptly at 9pm with light rain…and a soaking rain by the time we were walking home!
Fireworks again tomorrow night on the 30th Street beach in Avalon. Enjoy the holiday weekend 🙂
  A great weekend…perfect beach days and cool nights.
 The Avalon Islandman Triathlon was held Sunday – 334 men and women (ranging in age from 13 to 67!) participated in the event. An additional 198 children (ages 7 through 14) competed in the Kid’s Triathlon. The ocean was cold and rough…but the racers enjoyed the challenge.Â
See race results: http://www.lin-mark.com/
The Avalon Beach Patrol, Borough of Avalon employees, Avalon Fire and Rescue, and local residents generously gave their time (over 200 volunteers in all). Funds raised will be donated to local organizations.
The dredge is here and work is scheduled to start today.Â
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/181/story/189623.html
See related article in today’s edition of The Atlantic City Press.