Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Stone Harbor, New Jersey- News

  • Beaches Open

    For Stone Harbor owners and visitors asking about beach access during the month of June/ beach fill project:

    The metal pipe will remain on the beach until the entire project is complete.   The pipe is extended as the crew moves north every few days.  As they re-open a completed beach, a sand walk-over is built over the pipe at each beach entrance.  It is the equivalent of walking in soft sand- a bit challenging but manageable.

    I took a short video this morning at 109th Street: http://www.youtube.com/anndelaneybeach 

    Fascinating!

  • Holiday Weekend

    BIG weekend in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ. 

    Great weather and Memorial Day events.

    Also part of the entertainment:  the beach fill project in Stone Harbor.  As of this morning, the 107th and 108th Street beaches are next in line for new sand.  Once the areas are filled and groomed, beaches are re-opened to the public (currently, 115th Street and south). 

    By the way- the water to the right of the tractor is actually pumped in sand (mixed with water to push it through the pipe).  The water drains and the sand remains.

    P.S. Interesting article posted by a fellow blogger about the connection with sports figures and the Jersey Shore (including my boss Tim Kerr): http://www.goingtotheshore.com/my-blog/2011/05/local-sports-figures-at-the-jersey-shore.html 

    Stay cool!

  • Stone Harbor Beach Fill

    Picture taken last evening from the 122nd Street beach path- looking north.

    The beaches between 115th Street and 123rd Streets are closed (owners and visitors are permitted to watch the action from the dune paths).

    The young man working security said they are making great progress and should be finished the entire project well within the time allotted (by the end of June).

  • Summer Weather

    Humidity and warmer temperatures have arrived in advance of the holiday weekend.

    The ocean is in the mid- 60’s, for those who feel the need to start the season with a swim.

    The beach replenishment is complete in Avalon,and the equipment is now positioned in the south end of Stone Harbor (adjacent to the 123rd Street beach path).  The crews will work through the weekend, causing some disruption to owners/visitors on the nearby blocks.  All other Stone Harbor beaches will be open.

    P.S.  In order to calculate when “your” beach will be closed, the dredging company estimates 2 blocks every 24 hours.

  • So Far…So Good

    Well, thankfully we are still here  ;)  and we continue to prepare for Memorial Day weekend!

    Exciting to see all of the businesses open and owners/visitors walking around downtown.

    The beach fill project in Avalon stalled last week due to a combination of mechanical problems on the dredge and rough seas.  The equipment is on 21st Street, and will continue to 30th Street through next week.

    Once complete in Avalon, the entire project moves south to Stone Harbor, with the staging area adjacent to the 123rd Street beach entrance.  The dredging company will work their way north to 80th Street during the month of June.  There will be some inconvenience- beaches on either side of the work area must be closed for safety reasons.

  • Time to Plan

    Schedules have been posted for the 4th of July weekend in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ.

    Saturday, July 2nd– TK Charities Triathlon and Youth Triathlon (adult race sold out). 7am at 30th and Avalon Avenue.  Road closures that morning from 9th through 40th Streets.

    Sunday, July 3rd– 12th Annual Sister Blister 5K and 2 mile walk. 8 am – 80th Street.  That evening, enjoy the Bay-Atlantic Symphony Concert at Avalon Community Hall at 7pm, followed by the Borough of Avalon fireworks display at 9:15pm – 30th and the beach.

    Monday, July 4th– field races at the 10th Street field in Avalon at 10am.  The 80th Street field in Stone Harbor hosts a full day of family events starting at 9am.  Bring a beach chair to stake out your spot for the 9:30pm fireworks- food vendors and music add to the tailgating atmosphere  🙂

  • Beach Tags

    Beach tags– a practical way for seashore communities to off set the cost of maintaining a beautiful and safe beach.

    The expense is shared by tourists and residents alike.

    Seasonal tags purchased before May 27 cost $21 each ($26 after); weekly tags $12; daily $6.  Tags are reciprocal between Avalon and Stone Harbor, and required for those over 12 years old.

    Beach tag booths open daily:  30th and Avalon Avenue; or 95th and the beach.  Tags can also be purchased from the inspectors on the beach all summer.

  • Hidden Treasures

    There are many unique spots on the island best discovered while walking or bike riding.

    For instance, the Stone Harbor Garden Club maintains a beautiful plot of land adjacent to the beach parking lot on 123rd Street. 

    In that same vicinity, check out the bird watching platforms accessible from the clam shell drive way on the right hand side of the parking lot.

    On your walk/ride home, stop by the new paths in to the Bird Sanctuary on the Second Avenue side.

    Speaking of our island treasures: this time of year, I see a disturbing number of balloons washing up on the beach or stuck in the dunes.  Celebrate birthdays, graduations, and weddings with flowers instead of balloons…better for our environment!

  • Beach Fill Update- Avalon NJ

    The beach fill project in Avalon is more than halfway complete. 

    All beaches north of 17th Street are filled and open for use.  The dredge pipes will remain along the high tide line until the entire project is complete.

    I took these pictures today from the 16th Street beach path looking north (top photo) and south.  Dressed for work…but happy to take off my shoes and walk in the sand!

    The dredge and equipment will move on to Stone Harbor next.  The pipe is already in place adjacent to the jetty by the point.

    Will continue to post updates.

  • Sightings in May

    Caution: after a long winter of warm layers and hats, the beach walkers are exposing pale legs and poofy morning hair…while singing along to an iPod, forgetting there are a few more people on the beach.  Sorry about that 😉

    BTW- the opening date for Carney’s of Stone Harbor is Friday, May 20th.  Hopefully, third time is the charm for a restaurant/bar in that  location (97th and Third Avenue).