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New Jersey Devils

Congratulations to the New Jersey Devils on winning the Stanley Cup!

Check out their official webpage for more info.

Home games are played in the Continental Airlines Arena, The Meadowlands, Secaucus, NJ.

Theme: Sports Watching

Skiing in New Jersey

We get a lot of snow here (especially this past winter!) If you are in NJ in the winter I would recommend skiing at Hidden Valley. It is not as well known as Vernon Valley, but I prefer it. Shorter lift lines and less crowded. Vernon Valley is not worth it to me because I like to get a lot of runs in for the price of my lift ticket!!

Try to ski during the week--it's cheaper and less crowded.

Equipment: You can rent ski or snowboarding equipment.

Address: 44 Breakneck Road, Vernon, NJ

Directions: Northern New Jersey

Theme: Skiing/Snowboarding

Website: http://www.hiddenvalleynj.com/Winter%20Pages/winter.htm

Canoeing Calm Waters

Long ago, canoeing was an important means of transportation for the tribes that inhabited New Jersey. If you are in the mood for some real peace and quiet, take a canoe out into the Pine Barrens. The Wading River is especially peaceful and you don't need any experience. Many places will rent you a canoe. I personally prefer a kayak as they are less likely to tip and I like being level to the water.

I recommend the book "Exploring the Little Rivers of New Jersey" by James and Margaret Cawley. It's a wonderful guide to the rivers with maps: great reference book.

Equipment: a boat, life vests, bug spray, bottled water and lunch, of course!

Directions: Website lists canoe rentals around NJ

Theme: Kayaking/Canoeing

Website: http://www.fieldtrip.com/special/white-s.htm

Horses in Howell

If you are in the Shore area, nearby Howell has many horse farms, and you can go horseback riding. I went to Circle A where a guide takes you through beautiful Allaire State Park. You get a crash course in commands and off you go! It's really a lot of fun and no experience is necessary. There are many stables, you will notice them as you drive throught the back roads and see the beautiful horses. I see them on my drive to work everyday. It's really an unconventional commute in New Jersey, where most commuters are on the Parkway or the Turnpike in the morning!
P.S. The best time of year would probably be spring or fall--avoid the heat of the summer as it can really stress out a horse!

Equipment: None needed, but wear long pants for Pete's sake! It may be buggy depending on the time of year, so wear bug guard.

It will probably cost around $23/person for an and hour and a half ride.

Directions: 116 Herbertsville Rd., Howell, NJ 07731

Phone: 732-938-2004