Surviving a heat wave in your garden
While summer provides the full sun and warmth that flowers need to be at their peak, heat waves are too much of a good thing. An extended period of extreme heat can damage plants and wreak havoc on your garden. Fortunately, you can take steps to protect your plants to...
Seven books to toss in your beach bag this summer
Summer and reading go hand in hand. There’s something magical about settling into a beach chair, the sound of crashing waves in the background, and getting lost in a story. Whether you’re lounging on the sand in Ocean City, relaxing by the pool or escaping to...
Fireworks, food and fun: Your guide to a healthy Fourth at the Shore
The Fourth of July is one of our favorite shore traditions, full of boardwalk fireworks, backyard barbecues, and long, lazy days by the water. This year the celebration feels especially exciting as our nation marks its 250th birthday! With a little planning, we can...
A local’s guide to a perfect South Jersey summer day
Growing up in Atlantic County, just minutes from our beautiful beaches, meant unlimited beach days, ice cream dates and trips to the boardwalk with friends. It also meant that we knew all the perfect ways to take full advantage of every single summer day, making the...
Beach bucket cocktails made for holiday weekends
Before the burgers hit the grill and the first sparkler lights the night sky, another holiday weekend tradition is already taking shape around the Jersey Shore: someone arrives carrying a brightly colored beach bucket sloshing with ice, fruit and enough cocktails to...
