New Jersey's top Mini Golf Courses
Mini-golf is a great activity for any time of year and it is a great family oriented activity that everyone will enjoy. Did you know that mini-golf was a a very popular sport in the US before the depression in the 1930s with top prizes upwards of $2,000 during the 30's. 2,000 was a lot of money back then you know.
Qualification play-offs were played in all of the 48 states, and the final competition on Lookout Mountain, Chattanooga, Tennessee attracted over 200 players representing thirty states.[12] After the Depression ten years later, minigolf died out as a competition sport in America, and has begun to recover only during the most recent decades. Luckily enough, the American minigolf sport boom of the 1930s inspired many European countries, and the sport of minigolf lived on in Europe even after the American game fell into Depression.
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Get out and Visit Duke Farms In Hillsborough NJ for a day of relaxation, biking or just hiking. Take advantage of the tram transportation from the parking lot to explore the fountains. lakes and paths throughout the grounds.
Explore the Wonders of Duke Farms
Tucked away in New Jersey, Duke Farms is an amazing place waiting for you to explore. Once the estate of the rich heiress Doris Duke, this large property is now a public park focused on environmental conservation and education. Whether you're a nature lover, a history buff, or just looking for a peaceful place to walk, Duke Farms has something for everyone.
A Natural Legacy
Doris Duke, known for her philanthropy and love of nature, dreamed of her estate becoming a place where people could connect with the natural world. Today, Duke Farms spans over 1,000 acres filled with beautiful gardens, expansive meadows, and numerous trails. It’s an ideal spot for a family outing or some quiet time alone.
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Are you planning a day trip? Consider a few hours on the farm apple picking in NJ. It is educational, fun and good for the stomach. New Jersey is the "garden State" and we have many wonderful farms that provide top quality produce as well as farm visits. One such farm is the Terhune Orchard located in Princeton NJ. Here you can pick your own apples, Pumpkins strawberries and more ( depending upon the season .. of course)
The Terhune farm is a fully functional farm that has a cozy shop where you can purchase fresh produce grown on the 150 acre farm as well as fresh baked goods,cheeses, milk, jams , jellies, cider and more. They grow about 35 crops and even have flowers and plants for sale.
Apple picking is a great family activity as NJ Re-opens for business.
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"Apple picking re-opens in NJ" - YouTube video by NJ.com
Apple Picking in NJ
The farm is a great family day trip offering bands, pony rides and such. Check thei…
Grounds For Sculpture Features Over 250 Sculptures
Although he park is open year-round, it is now the perfect time of the year to get out and enjoy a day at New Jersey's Grounds for Sculpture. You will be amazed by over 250 magnificent sculptures on display in the park's 42 landscaped acres.
On the weekends the parks has special themed walk-in tours. Tours begin at 1pm and are included in the park admission and are offered on a first come first serve basis.
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Its Pumpkin Season In NJ Folks
This time of year in New Jersey is perfect for spending time on the farm. Many farms offer hayrides and mazes in addition to fresh picks. So why not take advantage of it all and go pick some pumpkins at a NJ farm near you today.
Listed below are a few resources to help plan that trip.
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If you are ready to go out and experience NJ farms this fall here is a list of great farms to visit in NJ ( H/T visitsouthjersey.com)
1. Coombs Barnyard
20 Route 77, Elmer, NJ
Coombs Barnyard is run by sisters Jennifer Coombs-Kelly and Amanda Coombs-Shimp, who are the ninth generation on the family farm. The barnyard hosts a variety of fall family fun activities beginning at the end of September including Flashlight Fridays in their corn maze (not scary), and Barnyard Bashes which consist of hayrides, pumpkin picking, barrel train rides, and visits with the barnyard animals.
2. Creamy Acres
448 Lincoln Mill Road, …
Spend a Day at New Jersey's Country Living Fair
New Jersey's Country Living Fair is held on the third Sunday in October each year in Batsto Village NJ . This fair offers something for everyone from crafts , exhibits, cars, food antiques and more.
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Visit the 31th Annual Cranberry Festival
Celebrate New Jersey's cranberry harvest this year. This year the 31th Annual Cranberry Festival will be held October 18th and 19th in downtown Chatsworth NJ. The festival hours are corm 9am to 4pm each day.
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There will be an Antique and Classic Automobile Show from 9am to 4pm on Sunday show with over 100 automobiles. In addition there will be over 35 Antique Dealers with articles from the period. Don't forget that breakfast is being served at the firehouse :)
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Visit The Cape May County Park Zoo
Did you know that New Jersey has a fabulous 200 acre zoo near Cape May? Yes, and it is free and features bike paths, playgrounds, picnic areas, tennis courts, fishing ponds and over 500 animals. So take a side trip when visiting the NJ shore and check out the zoo.. you will not be disappointed.
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Places To Camp In New Jersey
If you didn't know, New Jersey has some great places to go camping. You can choose from State parks, National parks as well as county parks. Additionally some campgrounds make great day trips as well. Read on for more details as well as the latest rates.
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Summer Fun At Action Park In Vernon NJ
Action park , formerly known as Mountain Creek is now open fro business with new and improved attractions. These nclude the new and improved Alpine Mountain slide, a tarzan swing as well as other summer attractions.
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