Time to start our off-season adventures: yesterday it was a bike ride along the Wildwood boardwalk.
We started at the beginning of the boardwalk in North Wildwood-Â through the crowds in town for the annual Firemen’s Convention- and then along the beach side bike path in Wildwood Crest.
Our lunch break on the way back was at Sam’s Pizza. And, under the category “only at the shore”, there was a group of local school children there on a field trip!
My early morning view (from a kayak)…the calm water reflecting the homes facing the bay. So peaceful…
With our busy summer season coming to an end, it’s common to hear local business people talk about their upcoming vacation plans. And it’s ironic to note the destinations…mostly other beach areas!
Our favorite travel spots are likewise surrounded by water (even if it’s man made like Disney World!). We will include the occasional city in our plans, yet prefer the more familiar pace of island life.
While traveling, it’s hard not to compare with our environment. For instance, I was shocked by the beaches in California- including the access paths which often require climbing down a cliff. A bit more rugged than a walk through the dunes in Avalon! Or, locations with high rises adjacent to the water. In Avalon and Stone Harbor, we are spoiled by a beautiful, 7 mile long stretch of sand, with views of vegetation and attractive residential homes.
I find it valuable to be on the other side of the counter- as a tenant in a vacation rental property, a guest in a hotel, and/or tourist with a guide book searching for a particular site.  Each travel experience provides a hands on education, and makes me a better real estate agent.Â
Looking forward to our next planned “learning experience” in October!
Such a nice morning…cool breeze, sun breaking through the clouds, and big waves. The surfers were already out in force!
A beautiful sunrise this morning…before the rain!
Proof:Â I still have company on the beach in September ;)Â
Enjoy the weekend!
Great article posted on nj.com about our favorite local celebrity: Sister James Dolores, IHM
Click here to read the article
By the way, the annual Nuns’ Beach Surf Contest is scheduled for this Saturday, September 8th. Â
A wonderful family event benefiting a worthy cause.
Pinned a beach tag to a pair of shorts for a long walk on the beach today…the last time for the 2012 season.
Did you complete your summer “bucket list”? Is is weird that my list includes food? Mack’s Pizza, Springer’s Ice Cream, Kohler’s Bakery, Green Cuisine, Isabelle’s, Bradley’s…a few of our favorites- only open in season. The list also includes a family trip to the water park (otherwise, walks on the Wildwood boardwalk are an off season item), and watching the full moon rise while kayaking. √√
After Labor Day, we start on the next list, including bike rides along the Ocean City boardwalk and around Cape May Point.
September and October promise beautiful beach days, lower humidity, and cooler nights. It’s our reward for working hard all summer 🙂
A tremendous turn out for the Tim Kerr 7 Mile and 5K races this morning!
I don’t have a final number yet, but based on the bib numbers at registration, well over 1,000 participated.
This event draws all ages ( I saw ages 7 to 77 in registration). Entire families run together, as well a school cross country team. It’s a terrific community race.
After that busy morning ;) I hurried over to Kohler’s Bakery for a treat before starting my work day.
The Island Kid’s Splash and Dash will be held this evening at 6:30pm (30th Street and the beach).
Sunday morning:
 Cheer on the participants in the annual Tim Kerr 7 Mile Run. Registration begins at 7am in the Avalon Community Hall, and the race starts at 8:30am at 30th Street and Avalon Avenue.
Funds raised are distributed through Tim Kerr Charities to local organizations.
