South Mountain Reservation, NJ, USA
South Mountain Reservation, covering 2,110 acres (8 kms), is a nature reserve on the Rahway River that is part of the Essex County Park System in northeastern New Jersey, United States. It is located in central Essex County, New Jersey, within portions of Maplewood, Millburn and West Orange, and borders South Orange, between the first and second ridges of the Watchung Mountains.
Carved from wilderness at the end of the 19th century, designed by Olmsted Brothers, and developed over a few decades, the reservation has changed only slightly through the years. Preserved primarily in its wild state, woodlands abound in a variety of hardwood trees, and tall hemlocks tower above streams, creeks and ponds, and waterfalls. Higher points, such as Crater View, offer vistas of the New York and Jersey City skylines, Elizabeth, Union Township, and Staten Island.
Hiking and bouldering in South Mountain Reservation Spider hike
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Hiking and bouldering in south mountain reservation South Mountain Reservation, covering 2,110 acres, is a nature reserve on the Rahway River that is part of the Essex County Park System in northeastern New Jersey, United States. It is located in central Essex County, New Jersey, within portions of Maplewood, Millburn and West Orange, and borders South Orange, between the first and second ridges of the Watchung Mountains.
Carved from wilderness at the end of the 19th century, designed by Olmsted Brothers, and developed over a few decades, the reservation has changed only slightly through the years. Preserved primarily in its wild state, woodlands abound in a variety of hardwood trees, and tall hemlocks tower above streams, creeks and ponds, and waterfalls. Higher points, such as Crater View, offer vistas of the New York and Jersey City skylines, Elizabeth, Union Township, and Staten Island.
Turtleback Zoo, Treetop Zipline, South Mountain Recreation, West Orange, NJ
Just 17 miles from downtown NYC, the TreeTop Adventure Course is a favorite day trip for families in the New York City, North Jersey region. With the Turtle Back Zoo, Safari Mini Golf, Codey Ice Skating Arena and miles of hiking trails right next door there is enough to do to make a weekend of it.
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Woodland Park, New Jersey - Garret Mountain Reservation Drone Flight (2019)
Garret Mountain Reservation is a 568-acre (230 ha) park located primarily in Woodland Park in southern Passaic County, New Jersey, United States and one of several National Natural Landmarks in New Jersey.
The reservation covers the northernmost part of the First Watchung Mountain and reaches over 500 feet (150 m) above sea level. Most of it is located within the Borough of Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), although it also extends into the cities of Paterson and Clifton. Garret Mountain is easily accessible from both I-80 and the Garden State Parkway (via Route 19) as well as the local roads.
Melungeon
Melungeon is a term traditionally applied to one of numerous tri-racial isolate groups of the Southeastern United States. Historically, Melungeons were associated with the Cumberland Gap area of central Appalachia, which includes portions of East Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, and eastern Kentucky. Tri-racial describes populations thought to be of mixed European, African and Native American ancestry. Although there is no consensus on how many such groups exist, estimates range as high as 200. Melungeons were often referred to by other settlers as of Portuguese or Native American origin.
According to the Tennessee Encyclopedia of History and Culture, in his 1950 dissertation, cultural geographer Edward Price proposed that Melungeons were families descended from free people of color and mixed-race unions between people of African ancestry and Native Americans in colonial Virginia.
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HARMEL'S ON THE TAYLOR RIVER
Harmel’s Ranch Resort spans just over 146-acres (+/-) along both banks of the Taylor River and is situated seven miles from Almont, Colorado in the highly coveted Taylor River Valley. From the property, Gunnison is located 16-miles south and the ski resort town of Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte about 16-miles to the north (via Jack’s Cabin Cutoff and State Highway 135). From the Front Range population centers of metro-Denver and Colorado Springs, the property is within an approximate 2.5-hour drive via Cottonwood Pass (set to reopen in late summary 2019) following paving operations. Harmel’s is located in the heart of the 1.672 million-acre Gunnison National Forest, which directly borders the property on the east and south. The surrounding area contains some of the most spectacular scenery and recreational amenities Colorado has to offer. The popularity of the Taylor River Valley continues to grow as evidenced by the number of up-scale and luxury subdivisions completed in recent years in concert with increased area tourism. Daily non-stop flights are available from Denver and Houston to the Gunnison-Crested Butte Airport year-round with Dallas added during the winter months.
RESORT
Harmel’s Ranch Resort has been operated by the same family since 1958 and is a fixture of the Taylor River Valley. Families have enjoyed the property for generations with the following of new guests increasing annually. The resort consists of 37 rustic, yet modern and fully furnished rental cabins (including basic appliances) that have been placed along the banks of the Taylor River. The cabins can accommodate combined occupancy of 150 guests. In addition, employee housing is fully contained on-site with portions recently remodeled. Harmel’s Stables is situated in the area recognized as the north pasture and contains a remuda of 40 trail horses that provide guests with the opportunity to see the Colorado back country at its finest. The Beaver Creek trail into Gunnison National Forest is accessible from the resort by a special use permit held by the current ownership (transferrable). The guest recreation room is located between the restaurant and reservation counter and provides wi-fi accessibility, billiards, games, business center and big screen tv seating area. Harmel’s Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner (menu or buffet) with an adjoining full-service saloon. Restaurant demand is serviced by a well-maintained commercial kitchen that includes walk-in freezer/coolers. A large deck extending just above the Taylor River at the rear of the restaurant and saloon provides the ideal outdoor dining and gathering experience. The general store and fly shop are stocked with basic merchandise, food and drink provisions, trout fishing supplies and provides anglers with daily updates on fishing conditions. Additional resort amenities and activities include; (2) stocked trout ponds, an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, sauna, kid’s playground and large barbeque area that hosts Thursday night cookouts. The resort also hosts weddings, family reunions, other group-style gatherings and accommodates guided river rafting, fly fishing and rock-climbing excursions. From the resort, there is easy nearby access to motorcycle, ATV, mountain biking and hiking trails. Colorado GMU 55 is also known for its Mule Deer, Elk and Moose hunting.
TAYLOR RIVER
The Taylor River originates high-up in the Elk Mountains just outside of the Maroon Bells Wilderness and flows along the west side of the Collegiate peaks before entering Taylor Park Reservoir. Taylor Park Dam, located at the south end of the reservoir, serves as the start of the tailwaters. The stretch immediately below the dam contains some of the largest rainbow trout at the statewide level with phenomenal fishing continuing all the way to the confluence of the Gunnison River and beyond. According to the owner, the approximate three-quarter mile stretch of the Taylor flowing through the resort has received a 16x Gold Medal rating from the State of Colorado. This portion of the river is also fed by the Spring Creek and Beaver Creek tributaries that flow down from the mountains to the north and south of the resort. Whitewater rafting and kayaking are also popular activities on the Taylor River. The 2,040-acre Taylor Park Reservoir just to the north offers the lake angler the chance of catching big Lake/Mackinaw, Brown, Rainbow and Cutbow Trout along with Kokanee Salmon and Northern Pike (Colorado Lake Trout record had been held by Taylor Park until 2007). Boat access is available at the Taylor Park marina.
DJI Phantom 3 flight in South Orange, NJ
Flying DJI Phantom 3 Advanced around Seton Hall University and my 2nd attempt at editing the video.
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Llewellyn Park Homes for Sale | New Construction
Llewellyn Park in West Orange is one of the oldest gated communities in the United States. Similar to Tuxedo Park in New York but located just 14 miles outside of Manhattan one feels they are in the outskirts of Vermont, instead of 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan in West Orange New Jersey. To view West Orange Homes on the mls visit : .
Llewellyn Park offers 24 hour security, meandering one lane roads lined with Thomas Edison's original gas lamps and sophisticated landscapes. The homes average 5 to 10,000 square feet with 2 to 3 acre lots. 57 Glen Avenue in West Orange is a rare find being brand new construction in 2015. To view 57 Glen Avenue on the MLS visit: .
Solondz builders have an extensive resume, having built custom homes in West Orange, New Jersey and throughout the world for over 40 years. The builder has done a fabulous job encompassing the serene countryside as well as the New York City views into the architectural details of the home. You may work with the architect and customize the home plans we developed or get in early and bring your own architectural plans.
If you are looking for a quality life style within 30-60 minutes of New York City and enjoy the ambiance of an early 19th century neighborhood along with modern amenities of brand new construction then let's tour Llewellyn Park in West Orange. A secure neighborhood where the deer and wildlife run free. Call to tour Llewellyn Park Homes for Sale! 973-489-7916
Mountain Biking in New Jersey - The Rock Garden State
CORRECTION: In the video I referred to JORBA with an N, instead of a J. That's what happens when you're up late editing.
Coming from New York, I’ve always had mixed feelings about New Jersey. Mention its name, and I used to think of angry drivers sipping 20oz RedBulls, cutting each other off in their BMW’s. Although this assessment is 100% correct, it doesn’t quite paint the entire picture. Venture off the beaten path, and you’ll see why New Jersey has been dubbed, “The Garden State”. In the foothills of the Appalachians, lies a mountain bike trail system only minutes from New York City.
I drove to Ringwood on Saturday morning to meet with locals, Dave, Bob, Al, and Brian.
Al was in charge of leading the ride and keeping us safe. If you ever wondered why full suspension fat bikes even exist, look no further than Ringwood. We headed out towards Skyland’s Ridge, and I got a taste of what North Jersey terrain is like. There were plenty of features to stop at, on and off the trail. I was having a great time with my new friends, and really liking what New Jersey had to offer.
The Release 3 I’m riding was lent to me by my friends at Diamondback, who by now understand the implications of lending me a bicycle. I was feeling really good on the release, and getting terrible ideas.
This fallen tree was clearly not part of the trail.
Riding with locals is definitely the way to go. Having never ridden here, holding Al’s wheel was challenging. He shouted out the turns and features up ahead which ended up being really helpful. If I had gone by myself, I would have missed out on a lot of cool stuff. Luckily I was able to find Dave on Singletracks.com, checking into the trail.
A few more miles of pure rock garden and we were back in the parking lot. Al offered to take us on another outing through the New White Line, but he seemed to be the only one crazy enough to do that after the exhausting ride we were just on. I couldn’t say no, so off we went for round 2. This route started off with pure climbing.
Al paced himself, nonchalantly pedaling a sustained climb for what seemed like 40 minutes straight. I followed far behind, slowly making my way up. When we were finally done pedaling, it was clear that all that climbing would be well worth it. We had over 15 minutes of downhill switchbacks ahead of us, complete with big freaking rocks everywhere.
According to JORBA, the New White Line took 3 years to build by hand. Since then, people all over the Northeast have been checking into Ringwood, to brave the rock gardens of the garden state.
On just a few hours of sleep I had ridden over 12 miles and climbed around 1500 feet. 12 miles doesn’t seem like a lot, but this wasn’t on sand or gravel. Riding this place gives your upper body just as much of a workout as your legs. This type of singletrack isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, and it’s most definitely not for beginners. With so many trails getting dumbed down and smoothed out, it’s refreshing to see what JORBA is doing here. So thanks JORBA, thanks to my new friends in Ringwood, and thanks to Diamondback for lending me this sweet bike.
Oh yeah, and thanks for riding with me today, I’ll see you next time.
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South Orange, NJ: Drone Tour by Hearth Realty Group
Discover South Orange New Jersey by Air. A drone tour of this great suburb less than 20 miles from New York City. For more information contact Hearth Realty Group at 973-913-5055
St Stephens Church Millburn NJ
A history of St Stephens Church Millburn NJ
Driving from Piscataway nj to Washington Rock State Park in Green Brook NJ
and you get to see the view from Watchung Mountain in the morning
Eagle Rock Park Essex County, NJ
Video explains things. Filmed during my visit in NJ back in May.
Washington Rock Pictures
Pictures from Washington Rock in Green Brook, NJ. I do not own this music.
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Cheesequake State Park (11-10-2017)
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Morristown, New Jersey - Jockey Hollow - Morristown National Historical Park HD (2012)
Morristown, New Jersey - Jockey Hollow - Morristown National Historical Park HD
On October 17, 1779, the Continental Army bivouacked for the winter at Jockey Hollow. Soldiers camped at this location until June, 1780, during which they endured some of the harshest conditions of the war. This was strategically sound because the elevation of Jockey Hollow was several hundred feet above the British to the east. The mountainous range also allowed revolutionary soldiers to spot British movement. In the days of horsepower, this was considered an impregnable redoubt. Another reason why the location was chosen was because the surrounding area held citizens that were sympathetic to the rebel cause. That winter was the cruelest of the war, including the one at Valley Forge the two years before. Twelve men often shared one of over one thousand simple huts built in Jockey Hollow to house the army. Desertions were commonplace. The entire Pennsylvania contingent successfully mutinied and later, 200 New Jersey soldiers attempted to emulate them. Several of the ringleaders of the latter were hanged.
4th of July Independence Day Fireworks. Liberty State Park, New Jersey 2014
4th of July Independence Day fireworks show as viewed from Liberty State Park across the Upper New York City harbor. One World Trade Center and Lower Manhattan in the background.
Assalto al treno (The Great Train Robbery) - 大列車強盗
Assalto al treno (The Great Train Robbery) è un film del 1903 di Edwin S. Porter. Si tratta di uno dei primi film della storia del cinema con un racconto lineare completo, cioè dove tra una scena e l'altra non ci sono salti temporali (almeno non sempre).
Il film è uno dei primi ad ambientazione western (ma è ormai considerato erroneo che sia il primo assoluto). Venne ricavato dallo spettacolo teatrale omonimo del 1896, di Scott Marble, a sua volta ispirato a una vera rapina.
Il film venne sponsorizzato dalle Lackawanna Railroads, che misero a disposizione un treno; per loro Porter aveva girato una sorta di spot pubblicitario e vi aveva già collaborato un anno prima per il cortometraggio The Road of Anthracite.
Le scene d'esterno vennero girate in parte presso Paterson, nel New Jersey (quelle su rotaia), e in parte all'Essex County Park, vicino West Orange. Nel cast figura la modella fotografica Marie Murray, che aveva già partecipato a The Road of Anthracite. Max Anderson, detto poi Broncho Billy, fece più parti: quella di un bandito, di un passeggero e del fuochista. L'attore di Broadway Justus D. Barnes fece la parte del cattivo, il capo dei banditi, che figura in primo piano nella famosa scena dello sparo.
The Great Train Robbery riscosse un'enorme popolarità presso il pubblico. Per diversi anni girò per tutti gli Stati Uniti e nel 1905 era la principale attrazione del primo nickelodeon. Il suo successo determinò decisamente l'affermarsi del cinema come intrattenimento commerciale negli Stati Uniti. Nel 1990 è stato scelto per la conservazione nel National Film Registry della Biblioteca del Congresso degli Stati Uniti.
Il film è basato su un vero avvenimento di cronaca, l'assalto a un treno postale. È composta da quattordici inquadrature indipendenti, dette anche quadri, collegate tra di loro da un semplice montaggio che le concatena una all'altra. Si tratta di uno dei primi esempi di racconto lineare, cioè di narrazione articolata senza grandi salti di tempo in avanti o all'indietro (overlap).
Il lieto fine è un esempio precoce dello schema classico del cinema americano, che travalica un po' quello che in realtà successe.
The Great Train Robbery is a 1903 American Western film written, produced, and directed by Edwin S. Porter. 12 minutes long, it is considered a milestone in film making, expanding on Porter's previous work Life of an American Fireman. The film used a number of innovative techniques including composite editing, camera movement and on location shooting. It is a common misconception that the film contains cross cutting, although the technique does not appear in the film. Some prints were also hand colored in certain scenes.
The film was directed and photographed by Edwin S. Porter, a former Edison Studios cameraman. Actors in the movie included Alfred C. Abadie, Broncho Billy Anderson and Justus D. Barnes, although there were no credits. Though a Western, it was filmed in Milltown, New Jersey. The film has been selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry.
Porter's film was shot in the Edison studios in New York City, on location in New Jersey at the South Mountain Reservation, part of the modern Essex County Park system, as well as along the Delaware, Lackawanna, and Western Railroad. Filmed during November 1903, the picture was advertised as available for sale to distributors in December of that same year.
The Great Train Robbery had its official debut at Huber's Museum in New York City before being exhibited at eleven theaters elsewhere in the city. In advertising for the film, Edison agents touted the film as ...absolutely the superior of any moving picture ever made as well as a ...faithful imitation of the genuine 'Hold Ups' made famous by various outlaw bands in the far West...
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West Orange Trail Ride
Biking from Killarney Station to Apopka Vineland Outpost on the West Orange Trail.