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Environmental Links

Clean Ocean Action
The goal of Clean Ocean Action is to improve the degraded water quality off the marine waters off the New Jersey and New York coast. COA is all about education, volunteerism, coastal issues and saving our coastal waters.
COA
Rutgers University Marine Field Staion
Located in the heart of the Great Bay Wildlife Management Area, Rutgers Marine Field Station is ideally situated within this pristine estuary. It is here much research is conducted on fish species and their habitats as well as other important studies of the saltmarsh. Check out this link to
Rutgers
Jaques Cousteau Reserve Coastal Education Center
"Serves as the hub for K-12 professional development training and Coastal Decision Maker Training in the state and surrounding region"
Jaqcues Cousteau Reserve
Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program
The Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program is a federal program that, together with the state of New Jersey and Ocean County communities, will help restore, maintain, protect and enhance the national resources of the Barnegat Bay Estuary and its contributing watershed through the 21 Century.
Barnegat Bay Estuary
Garden State Environmental News
Findout what is hot in environmental news. The latest awareness issues in your very own back yard!
GSENET
NJDEP
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
NJDEP
Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions
Environmental Commissions within the state of New Jersey are working hard to preserve our states precious natural resources through proper, responsible municipal planning.
ANJEC
New Jersey Fish & Wildlife
Learn about the rules and regulations of New Jersey's abundant natural resources and wildlife management.
NJ Fish & Wildlife
New Jersey Watershed Groups
New Jersey along with many other states is comprised of larger watershed as well as sub-watershed areas. These fresh and salt water watersheds are crucial in the balance of nature and our natural resources.
NJ Watershed Groups
Rutgers University Striper Tracking Program
Rutgers University, in an effort to track the migratory behaviors of striped bass and the effects of upland development and non-point source pollution, have developed a Striper Tracking Program. To find out more click on ...
Tracking Stripers Along Our Shores
The National Clean Boating Campaign
Help other boaters keep the water clean...pass this clean boating tips information along to other boaters.
"Boating is good clean fun"

Paddling Clubs

The Jersey Shore Sea Kayak Association
The Jersey Shore Sea Kayak Association is a group of paddlers who share a passion for kayaking and seek to promote the sport and its safety through paddling trips and organized events.
Jersey Shore Sea Kayak
Great Bay Paddlers Kayak Club
A paddle club for like-minded paddlers looking to share kayak experiences with others in a casual atmoshere and participate in local environmental events.
Local Paddle Club


Shore Attractions & Chamber of Commerce

Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce
The Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce is always working hard to promote businesses in Southern Ocean County. We appreciate all of their hard work!
Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce
Attractions Along the Jersey Shore
Findout what is happening along the Jersey Shore and More!
Shore Attractions
Eastern Beaches
This site represents the beaches of the east coast as well as beach related web sites.
East Coast Beaches
Lighthouses of New Jersey
Visit these links to the majestic lighthouses of New Jersey.
Lighthouses
New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail
This unique trail offers some of New Jersey's prettiest views while driving, especially along Great Bay Boulevard in Tuckerton.
NJ Coastal Heritage Trail, Barnegat Bay Region
Long Beach Island & Mainland
All you wanted to know about...
Learn About LBI & Mainland

Marine Towing

Sea Tow
Sea Tow is your premier on water towing connection. Their towing packages are peace of mind on the water should mishaps such as groundings, running out of gas, and break downs to name a few. We carry Sea Tow box packages, "Your Road Service At Sea", which include activation information and other instructions on coverage etc.
Sea Tow

Professional Trade Associations

Professional Paddlesports Association
"The premier trade association promoting paddlesports."
Paddlesports
Marine Trades Association
"New Jersey's Voice On the Water"
Marine Industry
American Canoe Association
The American Canoe Association exists to promote the health, social and personal benefits of canoing, kayaking and rafting and to serve the needs of all paddlers for safe, enjoyable and quality paddling opportunities.
ACA
Recreational Fishing Alliance
The Recreational Fishing Alliance is an organization out to protect the rights of recreational fisherman around the country with a voice in Washington.
RFA
E-Government.com
E-Government.com provides the engine for our website.
E-Government.com

Bait & Tackle Shops

Local Bait & Tackle
Scotty's Bait Tackle shop is one of south Jersey's best. If Scotty doesn't have it chances are you may not find it anywhere.
Scotty's B&T
Other Bait & Tackle Shops
Here is an extensive list of Bait Shops.
NJ Bait Shops
First Bridge Marina
Our bait shop is open from May through September and we carry a variety of seasonal baits.
First Bridge Marina

Historic Attractions & Museums

Local Museums
This is the areas premier cultural, historical, museum which portrays the unique past of Ocean County's baymen and other artisans. Beautifully located along the Tuckerton Creek, the Seaport will give you the feeling of traveling back in time as you meander along the board walks and take in the sites. There are many educational programs offered throughout the year and the staff is eager to answer any questions you may have.
Tuckerton Seaport
Tuckerton Historical Society
The Tuckerton Historical Society has perhaps the best collection of local artifacts you will find. Located in the historic Giffordtown School House Museum, you will be amazed at the many displays, to include tools used by Indians as well as locals, local historic documents and other significant antique furniture displays.
Tuckerton Historical Society
Historic Smithville
Visit Historic Smithville and go back in time...
Smithville
Tuckerton Wirerless
This site will enlighten readers about the first trans-atlantic wireless communication tower located here in Little Egg Harbor.
Wireless Tower

Lodging & Camping

Bed & Breakfast
Located in downtown Tuckerton New Jersey, the JD Thompson Inn is a beautifully restored ediface with luxurious amenities.
JD Thompson B & B
Other B & B Listings
This is an extensive listing of 104 Bed and Breakfast establishments in New Jersey.
B & B Listings
Bakers Acres Campground
Camping in the beautiful laurels of South Jersey.
Bakers Acres
Camping in New Jersey and Around the Country
This website has a camping destination for you. Use the search map and explore anywhere in the country for a place to camp, especially in New Jersey.
Find a camp site!
Lorry's Motel
Fun Lodging on Long Beach Island!
LBI Motel

Marine Related State Agencies

New Jersey Department of Transportation
The New Jersey Department of Transportation's Office of Marine Resources(NJDOT/OMR) provides interagency support, program planning and policy recommendations on maritime issues to the Commissioner, Governor and Legislature and promotes coordination and cooperation among state, federal, regional and non-governmental agencies.
Maritime Resources

Articles & News Clips

2003 Issue of Coastal Living Magazine
We were proud to have been featured in the September 2003 issue of Coastal Living Magazine. This special feature had beautiful photographs surrounding the marina and Tuckerton Creek as well as one of our guides on a kayak eco-tour. Thank you to the writers and photographers of Coastal Living for the wonderful article.
Coastal Living
Times Beacon
Report by jim Hutchinson of the Beacon.
Marina of the Week
Sand Paper Article
Sand Paper joins First Bridge Marina & Kayaks along with the Great Bay Paddlers and the Outdoor Club of South Jersey for a fantastic "Two Buck Chuck" Full Moon trip.
Blue Moon Trip

Real Estate Agencies

Bay Shore Agency
Looking for a Real Estate Agency that cares...
Bay Shore

New Jersey Fishing & Hunting Regulations

Fishing & Hunting in New Jersey
In an effort to educate and inform the public, this New Jersey Department of Fish & Wildlife site has the pertinent hunting and fishing regulations and much more....
Fishing & Hunting Regulations

Local Township Websites

Tuckerton Borough
Beautiful Tuckerton Boro consists of approximately 3 square miles and is ideally situated along the Jersey shore in southern Ocean County. Tuckerton was known as the "Third Port of Entry" during the Revolutionary period and is rich in history.
Clamtown Tuckerton
Little Egg Harbor Township
Little Egg Harbor is a diverse community with many wonderful attributes. Parks and sprawling meadows still exist along this shore town. Enriched in history, battles with the Privateers and the British were fought along its shores in the days of the Revolution.
Middle of the Shore
Stafford Township
This town, now seen as the hub for shopping in the area, is the gateway before entering Long Beach Island. Before the big corporate chains, people used to have to drive many miles to the nearest shopping centers. Manahawkin has satisfied the need of many with its large business community. They will soon boast of a Holiday Inn which is greatly needed in the area.
Manahawkin

Kayak Manufacturer's



Ocean Kayak
The leading manufacturer in Sit-On-Top kayaks has a kayak for everone. Whether you are riding a wave, fishing, touring or just plain having fun, Ocean Kayaks are stable and drain water very quickly.
Ocean Kayak
Perception
Perhaps the largest selection of kayaks in the country, Perception has an extensive variety of kayaks to suit anyone. From the serious touring, to the casual recreational paddler. Leading the way in innovation and selection. When you purchase these products, you're helping to support numerous conservation efforts!
Perception Kayaks
Heritage Kayaks
User friendly kayaks that can take you practically anywhere! Built-in stability, extra large cockpits and built for comfort, Heritage kayaks offer a variety of models suited for your personal use.
Heritage Kayaks
Emotion Kayaks
Fun kayaks for the entire family!
Emotion
Kiwi Kayaks
Compact kayaks that are easy to carry and store. Kiwi Kayaks are highly manuverable and have large cockpits for comfort. These boats are great for waves, rapids, lakes and even sea kayaking. This company also recycles unused polyethylene from the manufacturing process of kayaks.
Kiwi Kayaks
Sevylor Inflatables
Whether Pool & Leisure or Sports & Marine, Sevylor has an inflatable for you. Innovative and fun products that are totally safe and trouble free. You may remember some of the inflatable products when you were a kid except now there are more sophisticated models to include sit-on-top as well as sit-in style kayaks.
Sevylor Inflatables


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