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Barnegat Bay Decoy & Baymen's Museum,
Popcorn Park Zoo,
Robert J. Novins planetarium,
Historic Smithville,
Noyes Museum,
Forsythe Wildlife Refuge
BARNEGAT BAY DECOY & BAYMEN'S MUSEUM
Barnegat Bay Decoy and Baymen's Museum is located in southern
Ocean County and is dedicated to preserving the heritage and
way of life of the baymen. Displayed at the museum are more
than 100 hand carved decoys, as well as exhibits that depict
the hunting, fishing, clamming, and oyster catching practices
and traditions native to the area. Artifacts from baymen's
tools are also on display, along with an extensive collection
of over 4,000 antique photographs representing life on
Barnegat Bay.The museum is located at Tip Seaman Park,
Route 9, Tuckerton. For more information, call (609) 296-8868.
POPCORN PARK ZOO
Popcorn Park Zoo is located, deep in the Pine Barrens of Lacey Township.
The seven-acre zoo was established for the purpose of providing a refuge
for wildlife that are elderly, sick, abandoned, abused or injured and
could no longer survive on their own or in the wild. The zoo has grown
over the years and now includes over 200 residents. Some of the main
attractions at the zoo include bears, lions, a tiger and other large
cats, an elephant, and the monkey house. Many native wildlife species
are also residents at the zoo, including foxes, raccoons, and whitetail
deer. Zoo visitors are greeted by a gaggle of geese and may be escorted
through the zoo by one or more of the friendly resident goats or deer.
The zoo is open daily from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Group tours can be scheduled
by calling (609) 693-1900.
ROBERT J. NOVINS PLANETARIUM
The Robert J. Novins Planetarium at Ocean County College in Toms River
will feature a variety of programs throughout the summer concerning
astronomy while recreating a spectacular view of the heavens. To reach
the planetarium take the Garden State Parkway North to Exit 82. Proceed
east on Route 37 for about two miles and turn left at the Hooper Avenue
jughandle. Proceed 3 miles to jughandle leading to Ocean County College
campus. On campus park in Lot #2. For recorded show information, call the
Novins Planetarium at (908) 255-0342.
HISTORIC SMITHVILLE
Those who enjoy finding unique knickknacks will treasure the Historic
Towne of Smithville, Route 9, Galloway Township. This restored colonial
village boasts many specialty shops, including a saddle and bridle shop
and an antique doll shop. Cobblestone roads lead to a quaint gazebo on
the lake. There are four restaurants to choose from, and craft shows are
held on the premises throughout the year. Shops at Smithville open at
10 a.m. daily. To reach the village, take southbound Garden State Parkway
to Exit 44 and head south on Route 9. For more information, call
(609) 652-7775.
Just south of Smithville on Route 9 is the
Noyes Museum, an indoor oasis
flooded with sunlight and surrounded by trees. The museum, which focuses
on arts and crafts, hosts a variety of special exhibits throughout the
year. To reach Noyes Museum, take southbound Garden State Parkway to
Exit 48 and continue south on Route 9. The museum is open Wednesday
through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. General admission is $3, $1.50 for
seniors and 50 cents for students. Admission is free for everyone on
Friday. Visit the Noyes Web site for
more information on current exhibitions or call (609)
652-8848.
EDWIN B. FORSYTHE WILDLIFE REFUGE
The Brigantine Division of the Forsythe Refuge is adjacent to the Noyes
Museum, and there is an entrance on Route 9. Part of the refuge lies on
the south end of Long Beach Island, but it is closed to visitors every
summer, because the endangered piping plover nests there. The Brigantine
Division, however, is open to visitors throughout the summer. A $3
donation is requested when you enter, which helps maintain the seven miles
of dikes that accommodate cars throughout the wetlands. Avid bird-watchers
can find brant, great blue herons, giant swans, glossy ibis and many other
species. Those who love to hike nature trails will find several at the
refuge.
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