Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Stone Harbor- Beach Fill, continued

    The dredging crew is back on site and working 24/7 to complete the Stone Harbor project by the end of July.

    As of last night, beach access was blocked between 97th through 95th Streets.  Once the new sand is graded,  beach paths will be re-opened.  The project will continue to move north at a steady pace.

    P.S. ALL beach paths remained open today, allowing beach goers easier access around the on going project. We were able to walk behind the staging area for the 3 blocks under construction.  I posted a new video on my YouTube channel., too.

    For additional information: Stone Harbor Beach Fill Web Site

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  • Shore Weather

    Crazy weather today- partly sunny with the occasional torrential downpour!

    Posting a few pictures from last summer to remain focused on better beach days ahead.  The last photo was taken on July 4th- lifeguards leading a patriotic sing along, and races for the kids.

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  • Busy Weekend, Busy Week

    The island will remain at full capacity all week for the holiday.  My “commute” to work this morning took a few extra minutes due to bicycle traffic and pedestrian cross walks 😉

    Enjoy the week!

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  • Islandman Triathlon

    Another great turnout for the annual Islandman Triathlon this morning.  The weather cooperated, too.

    For race results, visit the Tim Kerr Charities web site- CLICK HERE

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  • What Did You Say?

    Translating the local dialect:

    gullypointIf you hear someone say “I am going to the Court House”, no need to worry about any legal drama.  What they mean is “Cape May Court House”.  This statement is interchangeable with “I’m going off shore”.

    “Go play in the gully”.  We don’t call them tide pools.

    “Jimmies”, never sprinkles (well, maybe if referring to the rainbow version…but who really orders those??)

    Ocean Drive = Avalon; Third Avenue = Stone Harbor.  Likewise, Dune Drive = Avalon; Second Avenue = Stone Harbor.

    The other day, I heard a tenant directing her children to the “Five and Dime” across the street. I told her she is dating herself  😉

     

  • Beach Moon

    A bit late posting this photo from Saturday night:  the super moon!

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  • Next Saturday- Triathlon in Avalon

    IslandmanIt’s that time of year already- The Islandman Triathlon (a Tim Kerr Charities event).

    Race Director Midge Kerr, needs volunteers for the bike course portion of the race.  This is a closed course event for the safety of the participants (when you see how fast the riders pass, you will understand!)

    Saturday, June 29th between 7:15am and 9:45am. Coverage requested for each block on Avalon and First Avenues along the course. Volunteers will receive FREE logo wind jackets.

    Please let me know if you are available to help:  ann@anndelaney.com

    For more information regarding the event: Tim Kerr Charities Web Site

    Thanks!

     

     

  • Back on the Water

    High tide, a calm morning, and up early enough to finally take my kayak out on the bay.  A perfect start to my work day.

    For some odd reason, the large plastic kayak felt heavier after spending the winter in storage!  And, I had to rely on muscle memory to paddle faster than the gnats…

    Interesting to see the bay properties from this vantage point.  Several owners have yet to replace their docks after Sandy.

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  • Just Because

    The BIG news is:  the sun has returned!  Beautiful beach weather….finally 🙂

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  • Stone Harbor- Beach Fill Update

    Although active sand pumping has not yet resumed, the contractors are working on repairing the dunes and leveling the beach paths in the south end.  The beach area immediately adjacent to the moving equipment is restricted for safety reasons.

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