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| Crosswicks Creek - NJ |
NJ is a place of mountains, pinelands, hardwood forests, a vast array of wildlife,
and 130 miles of beaches that we call “Down the Shore.” Home to over 400 species of birds,
the NJ Audubon Society hosts the World Series of Bird Watching here every spring in here in Cape May. American Bald Eagles
live in 17 NJ counties. Black bears live in all of the states 21 counties. The NJ Pinelands is designated a
Biosphere Reserve by the United Nations, and covers almost a quarter of the states land area. This unique forest is known
for its reptiles, amphibians, predatory birds, colorful orchids, and carnivorous plants. The NJ Highlands and Kittatinny Ridge host 72 miles of the Appalachian Trail. The Ramapo Mountains in NJ are
home to the most densely timbered areas in North America.
The Jersey Shore is a unique place. Some
of the best surfing spots on the East Coast, 100's of colorful beach towns, and the classic Jersey boardwalks found
at Asbury Park, Point Pleasant, Seaside, Atlantic City, Ocean City, and Wildwood. Over 17% of NJ land belongs to small family run farms that grow over 70 different
crops. They are a leading producer of blueberries, cranberries, and peaches. Got Asparagus? All four varieties
grown in the United States were developed at Rutgers - the State University. Colorful,
ornate Colonial and Victorian era architecture can be found all throughout the states many small towns. This state is
home to many historical sights, some of them dating all the way back to the 1600’s. At New Jersey Scenic our aim is to provide you with links to other high quality New Jersey Websites, links to expert
photography, picture sets, and videos that capture the states uniqueness and scenery. Go Out
and Explore New Jersey Outdoors!
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