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THE OUTDOOR ISSUE

MORRIS SUMMER!

WHERE TO • dine alfresco • make a splash

• bike, hike, bird-watch … and more!

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10 Jersey getaways Parsippany’s new park for pups

Health watch Stop allergies!

• Kettlebells: a primer • Is salt really so bad?

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Features 24 Morris outdoors/ Nature calls A few ideas for experiencing all the county’s outdoor wonders

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Make a splash!

3 ways to enjoy Morris’ pristine waters

Outdoor eats Where and how to dine alfresco in Morris

30 At home /

Backyard bliss

6 lush landscapes offer outdoor inspiration.

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11 Morris mix · Delightful bites · Bark park · A peaceful path · “What I’m listening to” · Sparkling extravaganzas

14 Flash

Captured moments around the county

18 Health watch · Stop allergies! · Kettlemania · The great salt debate · Spotlight on: Vitamins

52 Glorious food Eating gingerly With its enchanting, intense

flavor and proven medicinal benefits, ginger’s reputation is on the rise.

Jersey’s top 10 film moments Our panel of movie experts shares its picks.

40 Escapes /

54 Morris gourmet Take 10! An abundance of creative dishes awaits at

Jersey joys

How many of these Garden State adventures will you experience this summer?

Departments 4 Editor’s letter

Randolph’s hip Nicole’s Ten.

56 Where to eat 60 Be there!

Your local dining guide

A listing of local events you won’t

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Outside’s ‘in’ WE’RE ALL OUTDOORS ENTHUSIASTS WHEN JUNE arrives in beautiful Morris County. Even the most housebound souls step out to catch a breeze, savor the sunshine— and forget all about their “Things to Do” list and that 401K. So we at Morris Health & Life couldn’t resist making this a special “outdoors” issue, full of our own open-air wisdom.

The outdoors begins, of course, with your backyard.

Now is the time to enjoy it as it is—and dream of what it might become. In “Backyard Bliss” on page 30, we fuel those dreams with design secrets from six local landscapers.

Then, what’s your pleasure—biking? Hiking?

Gardening? In “Nature Calls” on page 24, you’ll learn of nearby places to do all four and more. And in “Make a Splash” on page 26, discover three kinds of fun Morris waterways provide.

Ready to venture a little farther? “Jersey Joys,” this issue’s Escapes piece on page 40, details 10 Garden State thrills you may not yet have made time for—after all, you live here.

In this season, food just seems to taste better alfresco. So check out “Outdoor Eats” on page 28. There, we dish on the best places in Morris to picnic under the sun and dine out beneath the moon, along with an expert’s tips on how to pack a picnic basket without that wince of “I forgot—” regret.

Speaking of tasty treats, in Morris Mix, page 11, we introduce you to a Boonton bakery that serves a vast array of bite-size delights. And in Gourmet, page 54, we describe a meal at a hip Randolph eatery with an expansive menu of creative “New American” dishes.

More fun awaits—this time of the indoor variety— in “Jersey’s Top 10 Film Moments,” page 36. We asked a panel of movie experts to choose the Garden State’s cinematic “best of.” Check out their picks—and let us know if your favorite is missing.

So enjoy the season—safely. Now, if you don’t mind, I’m heading out!

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Morris MIX YOUR GUIDE TO LOCAL TRENDS, TREASURES, PEOPLE & WELL-KEPT SECRETS

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Good things come in small, exquisitely presented packages at Boonton’s DULCE & PETIT DESSERT SHOP on Main Street (908-387-4899, www.dulceandpetit.com), where owner Karen Zorn has made a booming business out of bite-size treats.

“People who come in are so grateful to find that they can have dessert and not eat too much,” says Zorn. Frequent customer Jackie Hecht of Boonton is one. “Even if I’m on a diet, I can always find something that’s not too big or too atrocious a calorie count,” she says.

Dulce & Petit’s bestsellers include mini-cupcakes at $.95 each and a strawberry cheesecake tart for $3.75.

A summertime favorite is the Piña Colada Cake, a rich coconut confection with a pineapple curd filling and coconut butter-cream icing ($3.95 a serving). “I only use butter for my desserts, never oils or artificial ingredients, so everything’s primo,” Zorn says.

On the lighter side is the Angelical Angel Food Cake with homemade whipped-cream filling for $1.95—which, Zorn hastens to specify, is “all egg whites and very little sugar.”

Dulce & Petit will also make custom cakes or assortments for a special affair. “I don’t have a business; I have a passion,” says Zorn. “People come here and are happy. And because the desserts are small, they are able to come more than once a week!”

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The pet paradise covers a 5-acre area, set amid rolling parklands.

“The site is beautiful and includes a variety of terrains and environments—from fields to shaded areas to special places for digging and sniffing,” reports Bill Lawton, director of the Morris County Park Alliance, which raises funds for improvements to the county’s green spaces.

Separate sections will be maintained for large and small dogs.

Morristown attorney Frank Alai is looking forward to the opening, and his two dachsunds are already dog-park connoisseurs. “When I get home from work, they run outside to the car and just about dance with joy,” he says. “They know they’re going to the fun place.”

Fences and doggie-bag dispensers have already been installed at the new park, and the alliance is raising money to add water lines, lighting, rest rooms and facilities for obedience, agility and other activities.

Want to help out? Check out the group’s second annual “Dinner With Your Dog” fundraiser on June 27—including a full barbecue dinner, canine snack bar and lots of fun activities—or simply make an online donation at parks.morris.nj.us/parkalliance.asp.

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A peaceful path If you sometimes feel your hectic life has you going in circles, try an ancient means of seeking peace: walking a circular path.

You’ll be traversing a labyrinth, a circuitous, winding path that symbolizes both a pilgrimage and a person’s journey through life. THE XAVIER RETREAT AND CONFERENCE CENTER in Convent Station (www.xaviercenter.org) has an outdoor labyrinth that’s open to the public year-round, as well as an indoor labyrinth, open at select times. The latter is patterned after the most famous labyrinth in Western culture, the one in France’s Chartres Cathedral, built circa 1200.

How does it work? “You begin with an intention. The act of walking mindfully, of simply putting one foot in front of the other, helps quiet your mind and calm your body,” says Sister Anita Constance, director of the Xavier Center. The labyrinth is not a maze where one can get lost, but a single path that guides a walker to the center and out again.

Labyrinth walking has a long history across many cultures, from ancient Greece to early Native American to Jewish mystical texts. “We welcome believers of all faith traditions,” says Sister Anita. Intrigued? Learn more when she gives a labyrinth presentation called “Sacred Pattern, Sacred Path” on June 8 and 9.

“I am one of those people who makes playlists for car rides, vacations and even birthday gifts,” says Barbara Reuther, arts education director for the Arts Council of the Morris Area in Morristown (973-285-5115, www.morrisarts.org). “My taste in music is so eclectic it was torture to winnow this down to just 12 songs, but here are a few of my favorites—old and new.”

1. “JUST BREATHE,” Pearl Jam, from Backspacer 2. “BREGENZ PART 1,” Keith Jarrett, from Keith

Jarrett: Concerts 3. “APPALACHIA WALTZ,” Edgar Meyer, Mark

O’Connor and Yo-Yo Ma, from Appalachia Waltz 4. “FROM THE MORNING,” Nick Drake, from Pink

Moon 5. “GARDEN IN THE RAIN,” Diana Krall, from Love

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Elis Regina, from Elis & Tom 7. “FIRST TRAIN HOME,” Imogen Heap, from Ellipse 8. “OVERJOYED,” Stevie Wonder, from Stevie

Wonder: The Definitive Collection 9. “RULER OF MY HEART,” Norah Jones, Robert

Randolph and the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, from

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40 Days 11. “KEEP IT THERE,” the Weepies, from Happiness 12. “COME TO REST,” Chris McNally, from Orbit —Kristin Colella

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Fireworks are fun anywhere, but watching them erupt over water is particularly breathtaking. “There’s this huge expanse of sky and the gorgeous reflection on the water,” says Helene McGill of Sparta, who has watched fireworks over Sparta’s Lake Mohawk for years. “If you go out on your boat, you feel as though they’re right over your head and you could almost touch them.” Experience the sparkles for yourself this summer with short trips to: LAKE MOHAWK (www.spartanj.org) The 3-mile-long man-made lake itself is private, but visitors can enjoy the July 4 display from a boardwalk near quaint downtown Lake Mohawk or from prime spots in the nearby hills.

LAKE HOPATCONG (www.lhyc.com) The Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club sponsors a large display (more than 3,000 shells) from four barges in the middle of the state’s largest freshwater lake. This year, the celebration is on July 2. The organizers say donations to help defray costs are gladly accepted.

MOUNTAIN LAKES (www.mtnlakes.org) Enjoy glorious Fourth of July fireworks at Island Beach over Mountain Lake, the largest of the 3-square-mile borough’s six lakes.

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FLASH FUN FOR A GOOD CAUSE WAS THE ORDER of the day at Morris Habitat for Humanity’s recent 5th annual Hearts and Hammers Gala at Meadow Wood Manor in Randolph, which raised funds for housing for low-income families. In a similar spirit, Homeless Solutions’ 10th annual Dream Builders Bash at the Madison Hotel garnered support for its 85-bed shelter, a child-care center and financial aid to allow kids to attend summer camp. And it was like “old home week” when philanthropist Tom Ferguson and pediatric neurologist Sandran Waran, M.D., were honored at Saint Clare’s Health System’s annual Spring Gala at Pleasantdale Chateau: Years ago, Dr. Waran successfully treated Ferguson’s son for a seizure disorder and near-fatal bike-accident injuries. Not surprisingly, they’ve been friends ever since.

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ALLERGY-PROOF YOUR ENVIRONMENT • Wash that pollen out of your hair. Studies show that hair can be a magnet for pollen, which can rub off onto sheets and pillows at bedtime. To outsmart the cling, wash your hair before bed.

• Keep windows closed. And don’t forget to keep car windows rolled up too, Dr. Miller adds.

• Filter out the allergens. Using an air purifier and filter on your vacuum can help rid your home of allergens. And for the best protection, opt for a true HEPA model. Unlike “HEPA-type” filters, they are proven to remove up to 99 percent of airborne mold.

Sip two to three cups of green tea daily to help

EAT RIGHT TO EASE SYMPTOMS

fight allergies.

• Nosh on nuts. Almonds, peanuts and cashews are high in magnesium, a mineral found to boost lung function and ease allergy symptoms. Studies show that low levels of magnesium raise the level of histamine, a chemical in the body that triggers allergic reactions.

• Savor something spicy. Spicy foods help thin mucous secretions, easing a stuffy nose. Try cayenne pepper, ginger or garlic. Or opt for onions, which contain quercetin—an antioxidant that’s a natural antihistamine.

• Sip green tea. An antioxidant in the tea known as EGCG blocks compounds in the body that produce an allergic response. Drink two or three cups a day.

• Sweeten with local honey. Because the bees feed on pollen from local flowers, trace amounts of the allergen end up in the honey, and eating just a little bit can slowly build your body’s tolerance. In fact, an informal study at Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans found that just 2 teaspoons daily for six weeks eased symptoms.

histamine, which is the active ingredient in brands like Zyrtec and Claritin.

• Go prescription-strength. “Some patients require more aggressive therapy,” says Dr. Miller. If that’s you, ask your doctor about a prescription for a stronger antihistamine like Allegra or Xyzal.

FIND RELIEF WITH NATURAL REMEDIES

GET PROFESSIONAL HELP

• Try butterbur. A report in the journal Clinical &

• Start allergy shots. “This immunotherapy can be

Experimental Allergy suggests that the herb can be just as effective as prescription drugs in easing allergy symptoms, thanks to chemicals that short-circuit the

highly effective,” says Dr. Miller. The shots desensitize your body to allergens, eliminating reactions and symptoms. The regular injections can take four years to complete, but some relief is found within a few months.

• Try the latest immunotherapy. Popular in Europe, sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) involves placing drops of the allergen under the tongue to build up tolerance. And it works in 85 percent of patients. “The main advantage is convenience, since the oral drops or tablets can be administered at home,” says Ira Finegold, M.D., clinical professor of medicine at Columbia University. “And it appears to be safer than conventional immunotherapy.” ■

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body’s production of histamine.

• Get “acupunctured.” Treatment with needles at specific points in the body has been shown to reduce the production of cytokines, proteins that can trigger symptoms.

• Invest in a neti pot. Researchers at the Lahey Clinic in Massachusetts found that a sinus rinse dramatically eased symptoms in 84 percent of patients.

HEAD TO THE DRUGSTORE • Try over-the-counter remedies. Look for an anti-

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KettleMANIA CHANNEL YOUR INNER STRONGMAN WITH KETTLEBELLS— OLD-SCHOOL WEIGHTS THAT YIELD BIG-TIME RESULTS

What they are

Swinging the kettlebell back through your legs and then up to eye level engages several different muscle groups.

Kettlebells are large hunks of cast iron, each with a thick handle. Perhaps the ultimate retro fitness rage, they were originally used by 18th-century Russian bodybuilders—and kitsch lovers may recognize them as the quintessential “old-time” weights seen in strongman photos of yore.

Why the resurgence? In a nutshell: They’re effective and efficient.

“If your goal is to lose weight and improve general fitness, you can get a great workout in just 20 minutes,” says Rockaway-based personal trainer and certified kettlebell instructor Eric Moss. “Kettlebells also combine both strength training and cardio.”

Then there’s the fun factor.

Many kettlebell exercises involve swinging the weights around your body—moves that are way more enjoyable than simply pounding the treadmill or curling a barbell.

What they work

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Arms, abs, legs, glutes—and everything in between. “While barbells, dumbbells and weight machines can help people isolate individual muscle groups, kettlebell moves require you to use your entire body,” says Moss. “And because swing movements tend to train the upper part of your glutes, they can also help prevent back problems.”

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Kettlebells can up the intensity of traditional strength-training moves like curls or presses. That’s because, unlike with dumbbells and barbells, the weight is centered a few inches below the handle, making your body work harder to control it.

But it’s not all about the brute force: Because the weights are so compact, you can swing them between your legs, over your head or around your torso. “You can do just about anything with a kettlebell that you can do with a dumbbell, but not the other way around,” PUT THE KETTLE ON ... says Moss. “Swinging is just not Local gyms offering kettlebell the same with dumbbells, since instruction they don’t have that offset center Commit to Change, Morristown (973-401of mass.”

The upshot?

0066, www.committochange.com): Studio Kettlebells provide a workout real fun comes from swinging offers 1-hour group kettlebell classes that combines strength, velocity, these babies around. ($20/class; $150 for 10 classes) dexterity and concentration.

Fittingly, a favorite move is Signature Fitness, Whippany (973-386Because there’s so much the two-handed kettlebell 0777, www.signaturefitness.net): Incorpgoing on, they can also improve swing: Stand about a foot orates kettlebells into 1-hour personal trainflexibility, particularly in the hip behind the kettlebell with your ing sessions ($50 to $75/session) flexors, says Moss. “Kettlebell legs shoulder-width apart. moves make tightness disappear Squat down a bit and grab the Wellness on the Green, Morristown (862by itself without your having to bell with both hands. Keeping 485-1233, www.wellnessonthegreen.com): specifically train for that.” your weight on your heels, abs Offers 1-hour group kettlebell “boot camp” Morristown resident Beth tight and back straight, swing classes ($20/class; $120 for 8 classes; unlimConnolly, 36, works out with ketthe weight backward between ited classes with membership fee of tlebells for 1 hour two to three your legs past your hips, then $150/month) times a week, and has noticed stand up and swing it forward to significant changes in her body: eye level, driving your hips for“Since beginning kettlebell training in February, I’ve ward. Repeat 15 to 20 times. experienced better results in less time than with any For the tactical lunge, stand up straight holding other workout I’ve tried,” she says. “I’ve lost 8 pounds, the kettlebell in your right hand. Take a step, placing my upper arms and abdominals are more defined and your left leg back into a lunge position, then pass the I’m down two pants sizes.” weight between your legs to your left hand. Return to Those results are no fluke: A study conducted by starting position and repeat on the opposite side, aiming the American Council on Exercise and researchers from for 10 reps. the University of Wisconsin showed that a kettlebell Other moves involve punching your arm overworkout can burn a whopping 20 calories per minute. head, letting the bell rotate around your wrist. Because proper form can be a tricky thing with kettlebells, it’s a good idea to seek out professional instruction to avoid injury. And as with any exercise, get your doctor’s OK You can start slow with traditional strength-training before starting. ■ moves like overhead presses and bent-over rows. But the

How to use ’em

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The great

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CONFUSED BY THE CONFLICTING REPORTS ABOUT DIETARY SODIUM? OUR EXPERTS WEIGH IN TO SALT OR NOT TO SALT? IF YOU’VE been following the medical news this year, you know that this question has morphed into something of a contentious issue. The public conversation began in earnest in January, when New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced an effort to reduce the nation’s salt intake by 25 percent over the next five years. But soon after, an article in Journal of the American Medical Association called into question Bloomberg’s very argument that reducing sodium would help prevent heart attacks and stroke. The piece reported that a low-salt diet was associated with lower rates of disease and death in only five of 11 studies examined. The others found that people on low-salt diets fared either the same as or worse than those on unrestricted salt diets.

But many experts were not swayed by these findings. “You can occasionally find studies that are not consistent, but the vast majority support the hypothesis that Americans eat too much salt and that increases our risk of disease and stroke,” says Marcus Williams, M.D., cardiol-

Salt surprises

HEALTH EXPERTS RECOMMEND MOST PEOPLE CONSUME FROM 1,500 TO 2,400 MILLIGRAMS OF SODIUM A DAY. CHECK OUT THESE UNSUSPECTED SODIUM SOURCES:

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1 cup spaghetti sauce 1,203 milligrams

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ogist with Cardiac Associates of North Jersey in Oakland and president of the Association of Black Cardiologists.

“I’m strongly in favor of a lower-salt diet.”

Two reports since then have bolstered Williams’ position: A New England Journal of Medicine study found that consuming 3 fewer grams of salt per day could cut the annual number of deaths by 44,000. And a study in Annals of Internal Medicine concluded that reducing sodium by 10 percent would prevent almost 500,000 heart attacks.

“The more salt in blood vessels, the more fluid that is attracted in and the higher the blood pressure,” explains cardiologist William Tansey III, M.D., a member of the American Heart Association Founders Affiliate Board of Directors. What’s important to remember, adds Dr. Williams, is that up to 77 percent of dietary salt is “hidden” in processed foods. Thus, the best way to lower salt is simply to eat freshly prepared meals. ■

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Spotlight on: VITAMINS “Consuming a multivitamin supplement is no substitute for a healthy diet,” says Seattle-based researcher Marian Neuhouser, lead author of a study of multivitamin use in postmenopausal women. “The old adage ‘Eat your veg-

etables’ still rings true.” Still, Americans spend $20 billion a year on vitamin supplements. But how many of us really know how these nutrients help? Here, a rundown of what various vitamins do, and how much is too much.

VITAMIN

HOW IT HELPS

SAFE UPPER LIMIT FOR ADULTS*

A

Helps night vision; promotes growth and repair of bones, skin and hair; may prevent acne breakouts and dry eyes

3,000 micrograms

B-6

Helps build red blood cells and fight infections, alleviates hormone-related fluid retention

100 milligrams

Helps build DNA, prevents birth defects

1,000 micrograms

B-9

B-12

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Protects the nervous system, helps build red blood cells

not determined

C

Promotes healthy skin, bones, muscles and blood vessels; regulates metabolism; aids in wound healing and iron absorption

2,000 milligrams

D

Helps build strong bones and teeth, aids the nervous system (also, see below)

50 micrograms

E

Helps protect eyes, skin, liver and lungs; protects against free radicals

1,000 milligrams

Helps blood clot and helps keep bones healthy

not determined

K

(do not take if using blood thinners)

*SOURCES: National Institutes of Health’s Office of Dietary Supplements, Harvard School of Public Health, Institute of Medicine. Maximums are often lower for children.

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MUSCLE POWER. In a British study of 99 girls ages 12 to 14, the ones with lower D levels—even if not deficient—had weaker legs than others and couldn’t jump as high.

A BRAIN BOOST. Another British investigation tested 1,766 adults over 65 and found that those with lower levels of vitamin D were more likely to be cognitively impaired.

FAT-FIGHTING. In a study of 90 Southern California women ages 16 to 22, 53 had vitamin D insufficiency—and were also heavier, with more body fat.

You should take supplement tablets with roomtemperature water, as vitamins’ benefit can be compromised by hot or cold drinks. Also, avoid coffee or tea for 15 minutes before and after, as caffeine is believed to inhibit the absorption of some vitamins.

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Nature calls A FEW WAYS TO EXPERIENCE ALL THE COUNTY’S OUTDOOR WONDERS

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HAPPY TRAILS Secluded Morris spots to make you forget all about that rush-hour traffic on Route 80 FRELINGHUYSEN ARBORETUM (Whippany): Tranquil woodlands and meadows surround a Colonial Revival mansion in this 127-acre facility, and guided tours are led by its expert horticulturalists. There’s no charge to visit the grounds (9 a.m. to dusk daily) or the Joseph F. Haggerty Education Center (9 a.m. till 4:30 p.m.).

Learn about special events at www.arboretum friends.org (click on “Events and Programs”).

TOURNE COUNTY PARK (Denville): During the Revolution, local iron ore was used here to make cannonballs. But this nearly 550-acre preserve is more peacable today. Stroll the park’s wildflower trail and see how many of the nearly 250 species of native plants you can identify. Or challenge yourself by hiking to the park’s highest point—you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the New York City skyline. Call 973-326-7631 to reserve shelter for a family picnic.

MAHLON DICKERSON RESERVATION (Jefferson): This sprawling park boasts 3,200 acres of recreational space and more than 20 miles of multi-use trails, making it the largest in the county’s system. A tent site and trailer area is complete with picnic tables and charcoal grills. To the west, the Saffin Pond area provides access to equestrian trails, fishing, ball fields and fitness stations. For reservations and fee information for camping and trailer areas, call 973-697-3140.

JUPITER IMAGES

With these 6 groups, activity and camaraderie go hand in hand.

BIKE: Morris Area Freewheelers (973-763-4538, www.ma fw.org). This club includes more than 650 riders, ranging in age from 18 to 84, who take more than 1,000 scheduled and ad hoc rides year-round. Most jaunts are in northwestern Jersey, but there are also trips into Pennsylvania and New York. (Annual membership: $24/individual, $36/couple.)

Western Jersey Wheelmen (212-862-3296, www.bikewjw.org).

This year-round touring club has group rides (including road and mountain trails) every weekend throughout Morris and nearby counties, as well as social events for members. (Annual membership fee of $15 includes discounts at local bike shops.)

HIKE: Interstate Hiking Club (973-625-4379, www.inter statehikingclub.org). Organized in 1931, this club sponsors hikes in northern New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania as well as weekend trips to the Catskills, the Adirondacks and Maine.

Day-long trips, graded by difficulty of terrain, are scheduled every Sunday and most Saturdays. (Annual membership is $5 if you join between December 1 and May 1, $10 otherwise.)

Protect Our Wetlands, Water & Woods (www.powww.org).

This Denville-based hiking club doubles as a conservation group, with guided hikes and education programs about conserving the Beaver Brook watershed’s nearly 600 acres of woodlands. (Annual membership: $15/individual, $20/family).

SKI: Morris County Ski Club (973-945-1469, www.ajcis.com).

Despite its name, this group goes way beyond skiing.

It’s a more than 200-member social club for people who love outdoor sports, with weekend biking, snowboarding and skiing trips and monthly “happy hour” meet-ups. (Annual membership: $40/individual, $70/family).

GARDENING: Gardenworks (973-326-7629, www.morrisparks.net/ volunteer.asp). This club’s a win-win: Member volunteers meet fellow horticulture buffs and learn about garden maintenance; the Morris County Parks Commission gets valuable help.

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3 WAYS TO ENJOY MORRIS COUNTY’S PRISTINE WATERS

Row your boat Canoes, large motorboats, sailboats, jet skis—you can launch them all from the boat ramp at HOPATCONG STATE PARK in Landing, which sits on picturesque Lake Hopatcong, the largest freshwater lake in New Jersey. Boating is free Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, but entrance fees into the park are charged per vehicle ($6/car on weekdays, $10/car on weekends).

You can also launch boats up to 30 feet long on Lake Hopatcong from the three boat ramps at LEE’S COUNTY PARK MARINA in Jefferson Township, open through November 30 for a fee of $15/boat.

Don’t own a boat? You can rent paddleboats at the lake at SILAS CONDICT COUNTY PARK in Kinnelon, available on weekends from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day ($5 for 30 minutes). Looking for a bit more adventure? Sign up for a special guided paddle through Splitrock Reservoir in Rockaway on July 31 hosted by Hackensack Riverkeeper, an environmental organization based in Hackensack. The paddle begins at 10 a.m. at the boat launch on the southern end of the reservoir on Split Rock Road; reservations required ($30/paddler with kayak rental; $10/paddler with own boat).

DIVE IN! Morris County offers plenty of idyllic places to take a dip on hot days.

SUNRISE LAKE BEACH CLUB, a sandy public beach area located within Lewis Morris Park in Morris Township, permits swimming from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekends through June 27, and daily from June 28 through Labor Day weekend ($5 for adults, $4 for seniors and children 5 to 17, free for children 4 and under). Extra fun comes from the club’s new Wibit inflatable water obstacle course ($3 for 30 minutes)—a circuit that features a cliff, a bridge and other features to scramble over or jump off.

It’s open to guests 7 and up who pass a 30-meter swim test.

You can also soak up some rays or get a swimming lesson at BUDD LAKE in Mount Olive. Its swimming areas are open from noon to 6 p.m. Fridays through Wednesdays and noon to 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, June 19 through August 29 (free for Mount Olive residents, $4/day for visitors).

GONE FISHIN’

Grab your rod and reel and head to one of the

county’s prime fishing spots. You can snag catfish, sunfish, trout and more at Hedden County Park in Dover, which features a 6-acre lake with a fishing pier. Set on the border of Morris and Sussex counties in Hopatcong State Park, Lake Musconetcong offers excellent year-round fishing. In the summer, catch rainbow and brook trout, largemouth bass and sunfish; in the cold months, ice fish for perch and pickerel. Park entrance fees are charged Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day ($6/car on weekdays, $10/car on weekends, $4/person for walk-ins and bicyclists). At Passaic River County Park in Long Hill and Chatham, you can fish for largemouth one of the park’s quaint picnic areas.

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Outdoor EATS WHERE AND HOW TO DINE ALFRESCO IN MORRIS

3 PLACES TO PICNIC Our favorite spots for an open-air repast • FOR ROMANTICS: Willowwood Arboretum, Chester Township (908-2341815). Somewhere in this park’s 130 acres of rolling farmland, you’re bound to find a cozy spot to lay your picnic blanket. Linger in the residence’s formal gardens or venture into the acres of undisturbed forest: You and your sweetheart will be enchanted by

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the arboretum’s 3,500 types of native and exotic flowers, shrubs and trees.

Warm summer nights beckon you outside to enjoy the sunset, the

• FOR FAMILIES: Silas Condict County Park,

breezes and—of course—dinner. Happily, several Morris County eater-

Kinnelon (973-326-7600). Nothing beats a family barbecue, and here’s the place for it.

Cool off in the pristine lake (paddle boats and rowboats available on summer weekends), or visit the historic casino—there’s something for everyone, and more than 1,000 acres to explore if you get too much togetherness. (Feel free to bring four-legged family members too—if they’re on a leash.)

• FOR ACTIVE FOLKS: Central Park of Morris County, Morris Plains and Parsippany (973-326-7600). Digest that picnic lunch— then work it off in the county’s first fully accessible outdoor athletic facility, dedicated in 2008.

Take a few laps around the 5K cross-country trail or try one of two

ies offer the experience you crave. ALICE’S RESTAURANT in Lake Hopatcong serves up American-style cuisine along with a lake view from its breezy deck (973-663-9600, www.alicesrestaurantnj.com).

Or savor the evening air with the cracked olive tapenade-crusted Atlantic salmon at Morris Plains’ TABOR ROAD TAVERN (973-2677004, www.taborroadtavern.com). REDWOODS GRILL & BAR in Chester (908-879-7909, www.redwoodsgrillandbar.com) offers delights from a wood-burning grill. And since, as Hemingway wrote, the sun also rises, enjoy a sidewalk breakfast at DOC’S KITCHEN in Denville, a perfect people-watching perch (862-209-1464, www.docskitchen.com).

Italian fare alfresco style is on offer at BENITO’S TRATTORIA in Chester (908-879-1887, www.benitostrattoria.com). Or try fruitti di marre overlooking Lake Hopatcong on PAVINCI ITALIAN GRILL’s outdoor patio in Hopatcong (973-440-4300, www.pavinci.com).

Enjoy the signature branzini—sea bass baked in a sea salt crust and filleted tableside—and other Mediterranean treats at 202 ITALIAN BISTRO in Lincoln Park (973-709-0093, www.202italianbistro.com).

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Sure, Stonehenge and the Gardens of Versailles are wows, but you’re only there temporarily. The paradise you create on your own property is yours to enjoy whenever. Need ideas for your backyard sanctuary? Here, local landscape experts share the design secrets behind six stunning outdoor spaces.

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Ordinarily, it would be this Kinnelon yard’s spectacular vistas that first caught visitors’ eyes. But commanding equal—if not more—attention here is the breathtaking 950-square-foot, infinity-edge, Roman-shaped pool created by Cipriano Landscape Design in Ramsey.

“The goal was to visually tie the property in with the rest of the valley,” notes president Chris Cipriano.

Sparing no luxury, the homeowners chose intricate iridescent glass tiles set in a Grecian key pattern; large, antiqued planters from Longshadow; a Wisconsin limestone patio; a glass-tile spa; and a stone gazebo. But the area is perhaps most striking at night, thanks to whimsical fiber-optic lighting. Explains Cipriano: “Deck jets shoot illuminated water into the pool from the corners, and floor lights at the bottom of the pool appear like little stars.”

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“Instead of going straight up the slope, we gave the staircase a gentle S-shape set in clusters of three of four steps at a time so people would pause along the way,” says CLC owner and landscape designer Rich Cording.

That allows them time to enjoy the abundance of colorful plantings Cording installed around the steps, including catmint, brown-eyed Susans, Russian sage, pink carpet roses and blue lyme grasses. “The homeowners are avid gardeners, so they’re thrilled that they can now access all these plants on what used to be a dangerous incline,” adds Cording.

The steps also offer pretty valley vistas.

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among perennials on the yard’s sloped areas add a feeling of rugged charm.

“We were trying to bring the nature that surrounds the property right up to the edge of the pool,” says Michael Hartman, landscape designer for Jacobsen Landscape Design and Construction in Midland Park, of this woodsy Kinnelon space.

Along the edges of the property, the designer incorporated eastern redbud, summersweet, native rhododendron and serviceberry—all “plants you would expect to see while walking through the woods of northern New Jersey.” These selections complement

To achieve that vision, Hartman opted for an

the mature trees and shrubs that surround the proper-

irregular-shaped pool by G&G Custom Pools in

ty, making for an idyllic, natural haven. Another plus to

Haskell, featuring a snapped bluestone Jacuzzi and

choosing indigenous flora: They’ll eventually require

moss rock waterfall. “It looks more like a pond than a

little or no irrigation. “Once they get their first flush of

pool,” says the designer. A multitoned quartzite stone

roots out they should be all right with the seasonal

patio helps keep surfaces cool, while boulders placed

rainfall,” says Hartman.

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two built-in firewood storage areas, ensuring that the

“The homeowners were basically looking to add

flames can roar deep into the night. A matching low

another ‘room’ to their house,” says Matthew LaNeve,

granite wall with a bluestone top provides an easy

vice

place for the kids to sit and roast marshmallows, while

president

of

Oakland-based

Stonetown

Construction, describing this cozy outdoor seating

a bluestone patio completes the space.

area in Morristown. “They have young children and

“Since the home is an old country house, we

wanted a space where the family could sit outside dur-

chose materials that would have been used 100 years

ing the fall and early spring.”

ago,” says LaNeve. “The granite matches the house,

The space is anchored by a commanding 9-

and the bluestone is just timeless. Everything looks like it was always there.”

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HERE COMES THE SUN “We call this area ‘the sunset terrace’ because it offers a beautiful view of the valley and the sunset,” says Ron Cording, owner of Cording Landscape Design in Towaco. Those stunning vistas come courtesy of the terrace’s prime location on the western side of the property, a former farm situated on 10 bucolic hilltop “It’s a really serene place in which to get away from the more active areas of the yard and relax at the

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The property’s other outdoor features include a large pool and a separate spa area that the homeowners can reach via the winding walkway shown here, made of custom-cut bluestone slabs bordered by a bluestone wall. Along this path, a garden area boasts a profusion of sun-loving plant life, such as pink shrub roses, ornamental fountain grass, coreopsis and other colorful perennials.

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acres in Mendham’s Somerset Hills.

end of the day,” says Cording.

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bluestone makes its own contribution to the yard’s

this Mendham backyard, designed by Morristown-

mood of understated elegance.

based landscape architect Carolle M. Huber. “Despite

But it’s the large fieldstone wall that steals the

the home’s fanciful back façade, the landscape is care-

show and adds a sentimental touch: “The stone came

fully pared down and edited to keep a nice, crisp

from a barn in Pennsylvania that belonged to the

look,” says Huber.

homeowner’s parents and was in really bad shape,” says Huber. “We knocked the barn down and brought the stone to Mendham, so we were reusing something

lavender, while a walkway made with large slabs of

from his childhood.”

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Jersey’s TOP 10 film moments OUR PANEL OF MOVIE EXPERTS SHARES ITS PICKS

Every Manhattan street, it seems, has had its star turn on the big screen, and moviegoers know southern California even if they’ve never been near the place. But less-heralded New Jersey, home to the world’s first film production studio (built in 1893 at Thomas Edison’s laboratories in West Orange), is also frequently depicted in the movies. So Morris Health & Life asked four cinema aficionados to nominate their favorite Jersey cinema moments to create a “top 10” list that just may start some good arguments:

Our Jersey-film jury Chris Vaglio, co-owner of Grey Sky Films in Rockaway and codirector of the 2006 comedy What’s Your Problem?

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Michael Aaron Rockland, professor of American Studies at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, who teaches a course called “Jerseyana” that examines depictions of the state in popular culture

Mike Sodano, co-owner of the Show Room, an “art house” movie theater in Asbury Park, and co-director of the 2007 documentary Rock and a Heart Place

Howard Libov, associate professor of film in the Film Production Program at The College of Florham, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison, and director and cowriter of the 2009 feature film Favorite Son

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explains. “And it shows his manic-ness—he’s so singlefocused he writes on whatever is available.”

JERSEY GIRL, 1992: Not the 2004 Kevin Smith film of the same name, this David Burton Morris movie is about a man (Dylan McDermott) who must choose between two women, one all New York sophistication, the other (Jami Gertz) “representing New Jersey’s inferiority complex vis-à-vis Manhattan,” says Rockland. In a key scene, he comes to see the title character, realizing that though “she may have big hair, she’s no dummy—she’s got her own kind of class.”

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This Oscar-winning, Ron Howard-directed biopic about mentally troubled mathematical genius John Forbes Nash Jr., a winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, features key scenes at New Jersey’s preeminent university. “The minute you see the lawns and the ivy-covered buildings you’re immediately transported to Princeton,” says Sodano. Especially memorable, he believes, is the scene where Russell Crowe as Nash writes equations on his dormitory-room window. “It’s a key moment where he finally ‘sees the light’ of the problem he’s trying to solve,” Sodano

is one of two Kevin Smith films on our list. And who could resist a movie in which the late George Carlin plays a Catholic cardinal and singer Alanis Morissette is God? Matt Damon and Ben Affleck portray angels who’ve been cast out of heaven and consigned for centuries to Green Bay, Wisconsin. Their quest for a celestial return leads to a battle between good and evil in front of a church in Red Bank (though actual filming occurred in Pittsburgh)—a scene Vaglio finds “a very funny spoof.”

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GARDEN STATE, 2004:

Jersey plays the title role here—and, for a change, the ’burbs come off as real while the big city’s phony. Director Zach Braff plays an actor back from Hollywood for his mom’s funeral. In L.A. “he can’t touch anything, he can’t feel anything, he’s just lost,” says Libov. “Then he comes home, and of course he finds himself.” He also finds the headphoneswearing Natalie Portman in what Libov calls a “meet cute” moment in a doctors’ waiting room—a pivotal scene that proves that on one’s home turf, a chance encounter can trigger a reawakening. continued M O R R I S H E A LT H & L I F E

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THE STATION AGENT, 2003:

Living in an abandoned train station in Newfoundland, N.J., a reclusive dwarf meets a hot-dog vendor—and each overcomes his isolation—in this touching comedy-drama by Thomas McCarthy.

“The vendor’s speech is full of ‘dese’ and ‘dat’ and ‘dem’ and ‘dose’—it’s very New Jersey,” says Sodano. And so is the terrain we see, in which old railroad tracks “cut through swaths of wooded areas—places you would never have gone to or discovered before.”

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EDDIE AND THE CRUISERS, 1983: In

this Martin Davidson flick, a fictional ’60s rock band that won fame in a Somers Point club becomes the subject of a quest by a TV reporter looking to tell its story and investigate the disappearance of its lead singer, the irascible Eddie.

Especially memorable among a number of “really cool” Jersey Shore moments, says Vaglio, is a scene on the boardwalk in which band members start yelling at each other and Eddie’s girlfriend gets kissed by another guy.

It’s emblematic, he says, of the film’s depiction of Eddie as “a misunderstood artist, who’s fighting with everybody throughout the movie.”

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CLERKS, 1994: This Kevin Smith comedy,

set in a convenience store in the town of Leonardo, is a wry snapshot of young Jerseyites who haven’t reached their potential. Lipov picks a scene in which a young store employee is discussing his circumstances with a friend. “It’s a classic young person’s ‘What am I going to do with my life?’ moment,” he says.

“On the surface they want to say, ‘I’m OK here,’ but underneath that is a great yearning for what lies beyond.” Vaglio, meanwhile, vouches that the film’s setting rings true. “I grew up hanging around convenience stores,” he says. “You hung out there till you got chased away.”

BEING JOHN MALKOVICH, 1999: In this offbeat gem directed by Spike

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Jonze, a would-be puppeteer working as a file clerk unexpectedly discovers a portal behind a filing cabinet that leads him into the mind of actor John Malkovich, and then through a mysterious vortex. “It’s hysterical,” says Sodano. “Of all the places in the world, who would think they’d be dumped out into a drainage ditch at exit 14B of the New Jersey Turnpike?” Agrees Libov: “That’s a great New Jersey metaphor moment.”

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In this Oscar-winning Darren Aronofsky film about a broken-down wrestler, Mickey Rourke’s title character walks with his estranged daughter into a cavernous structure that proves to be Asbury Park’s old Casino Hall. “There’s an inside shot with broken windows and light pouring through,” says Libov. “It’s a shell of a building, and it’s a metaphor for their relationship.” Rockland concurs: “That’s a very poignant scene.”

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Two jurors’ first choice, this classic Louis Malle crime drama etches a riveting portrait of “a place with two faces,” as Sodano says. “It’s about the yin and yang of old and new.” While Burt Lancaster’s lead character is a smalltime numbers runner being muscled out by the mob, the real star is Atlantic City at its moment of transition from a fading family resort to a new gambling paradise.

In a closing scene featuring a wrecking ball (and recalling the demolition of a grand old hotel, an image with which the film began), “Lancaster and his lady friend are strolling on the Boardwalk,” says Rockland.

“They’re elderly, and in a sense they represent the elderliness of the old, down-at-the-heels Atlantic City. It’s one of my favorite movies of all time, entirely apart from its New Jersey focus.” ■

Now it’s your turn ...

Did we miss your favorite Jersey scene? Let us know: E-mail your pick to editor@wainscotmedia.com— or mail this form to Morris Health & Life, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645.

The film:

The scene:

Why it’s memorable:

Your name:

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JERSEY JOYS HOW MANY OF THESE GARDEN STATE ADVENTURES WILL YOU EXPERIENCE THIS SUMMER? If New Jersey were a distant destination, you might have journeyed here to discover its many wonders long ago. But who expects travel thrills in their own backyard? Fact is though, we Morris residents are blessed: Within a short drive there are sandy beaches, lush farmlands, rolling mountains, scenic riversâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and unforgettable experiences. Try these 10 types of nearby fun:

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PARASAIL OVER THE ATLANTIC Seagulls aren’t the only ones who can relish a bird’s-eye view of the Atlantic Coast—you can too, thanks to numerous Jersey Shore companies that offer parasailing, soaring in a parachute towed by a motorboat. For a view of the Garden State’s coast, try Ocean City Parasail in Ocean City (609-399-3559, www.oceancityparasail.com), which provides single, tandem, even triple rides lasting eight to 15 minutes in the air ($65 per person), operated by United States Coast Guard–trained captains. Hang on tight, because your flight could reach heights up to 500 feet—the highest permitted by New Jersey law. Want to relive your flight on land?

Sign up for the photos package and you’ll receive a memory card of digital pictures of your flight ($23).

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HIKE THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL Spanning approximately 2,178 miles from Maine to Georgia, the Appalachian Trail is the nation’s longest footpath, with 72 of its miles running through northwestern New Jersey along the Kittatinny Range.

You can enjoy breathtaking scenery on a hike through all or part of the Jersey trail, which extends from the Delaware Water Gap opposite Pennsylvania to Abram S. Hewitt State Forest in Passaic County. On the southern end check out Sunfish Pond in Worthington State Forest, a 44-acre glacial lake surrounded by a chestnut oak forest. In the north, a walk through the rocky ridges of High Point State Park offers stunning valley and mountain views.

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PADDLE THROUGH THE PINELANDS Encompassing about 1.1 million acres of tranquil pine oak forests, streams, rivers, farms, crossroad hamlets and small towns in southern New Jersey, the Pinelands National Reserve—also called the Pine Barrens—is the largest body of open space on the MidAtlantic seaboard between Richmond and

Boston. Though numerous hiking trails are available for visitors, paddling through the Pinelands’ pristine waterways is perhaps the best way to enjoy its largely untouched beauty in the summertime. The Wharton State Forest in Atlantic, Burlington and Camden counties permits canoeing on the Mullica, Batsto, Wading and Oswego rivers, where you can observe bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, river otters, Pine Barrens tree frogs and more. Don’t own a canoe of your own?

You can rent one to take onto the Wading or Oswego rivers at Pine Barrens Canoe Rental in Chatsworth (1-800-732-0793, www.pinebarrenscanoe.com; $50 per canoe).

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BIRD-WATCH IN THE MEADOWLANDS The Meadowlands is a haven for some of the state’s most magnificent birds, and you can view them up close thanks to 1,168 acres of publicly accessible parks, viewing platforms and walking and paddling trails. Hackensack Riverkeeper (201-968-0808, www.hackensackriverkeeper.org) offers educational guided bird walks through various spots in the Meadowlands, such as Mill Creek Wetlands Trail in Secaucus—where you’ll observe green-winged teals, herons, egrets, raptors, hawks and osprey—and the Richard W. DeKorte Park in lyndhurst, home to sandpipers, semipalmated plovers, great blue herons and an increasing number of yellow-crowned night herons, considered a threatened species by the state (suggested donation: $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under). continued MORRIS

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SPOT WHALES IN THEIR NATURAL HABITAT You can observe the world’s largest mammals with a family-friendly whale-watching cruise offered by the Cape May Whale and Research Center in Cape May (609-898-0055, www.capemay whalewatch.com). The two- to three-hour journeys take you on the Atlantic aboard the 80-foot-long M/V Whale Watcher, where you’ll learn about the feeding, migratory and breeding habits of whales, dolphins and local birds, as well as “spotting techniques” for viewing whales and dolphins in the water. ($28 to $38 for adults; $18 to $23 for children ages 7 to 12.)

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VISIT THE LAKOTA WOLF PRESERVE Listen to the howls of tundra, timber and arctic wolves—and watch them run and play from a safe vantage point—at the Lakota Wolf Preserve in Columbia (1-877-733-9653, www.lakotawolf.com).

Lakota offers Wolf Watch programs twice daily, allowing you to view four packs of wolves in a special observation area and learn interesting facts about them, such as their social structure and eating habits ($15 for adults, $7 for children under 12). Because photos taken

at the Wolf Watch program will reveal chain-link fencing installed for safety reasons, more serious photographers can enjoy a guided photography session around each individual wolf compound ($300 for two hours), which provides numerous opportunities to photograph the wolves up to 3 feet away through special portal openings in the fencing.

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TAKE A HOT-AIR BALLOON RIDE Want to capture the full beauty of Hunterdon County’s serene rolling hills, tranquil farmlands and breathtaking old estates? Leave the car behind and hop on a hot-air balloon. Hunterdon Ballooning Inc. (908788-5415, www.hunterdonballooning.com) in Flemington launches 45-minute flights—in the evening daily, with additional morning launches on weekends—taking you on a dreamy voyage a few thousand feet in the air.

Visitors float over picturesque corn and grain fields, lakes, meadows and forests—and on clear days can sometimes even see the New York City and Philadelphia skylines as well as the Delaware Water Gap. Wear comfy clothes and bring a camera and your thirst for adventure. ($215 to $295 per person, include a complimentary champagne toast and snacks following your flight.)

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STROLL THROUGH STERLING HILL MINE You might not strike gold, but a walk through the world-famous Sterling Hill zinc mine in Ogdensburg, which closed in 1986 and is thought to have been operational as far back as the early 1700s, will provide invaluable insight into New Jersey’s rich mining history. The onehour, 1,300-foot underground stroll is part of a tour offered by the Sterling Hill Mining Museum, a nonprofit foundation committed to preserving the mine (973-209-7212, www.sterling hillminingmuseum.org). Tour highlights include walking through mine galleries dating back to the 1830s, viewing pieces of equipment used in the mine and visiting the Rainbow Room, where brightly fluorescent zinc ore is exposed in the mine walls. Visitors are even invited to take a piece of the fluorescent zinc ore home as a souvenir. ($10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $7.50 for kids 12 and under.)

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MOUNTAIN-BIKE AT DIABLO FREERIDE PARK You’ll discover America’s most popular bike park right here in New Jersey at Diablo Freeride Park in Vernon (973-864-8420, www.diablofreeridepark.com). An adventure seeker’s haven, the park boasts more than 40 custom-built mountain bike trails for beginners to advanced riders. We suggest checking out the Indy Cross, a giant slalom course featuring a series of perfectly sculpted banked turns, jumps and doubles; and the BMW, Utah, Stigmata and Ripper trails— expert terrains complete with rocky off-camber sections (those with corners that force cyclists to the outside of turns). Admission to the park costs $38 for all-day trail and gondola access; you can rent Jamis bicycles for $89.

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TUBE ON THE DELAWARE Forget water parks—you can enjoy a real lazy river ride by renting single, double and triple tubes from Delaware River Tubing in Frenchtown (908-996-5386, www.delawarerivertubing.com).

Tube launches begin along the banks of the Delaware River, accessible by a free shuttle from the company’s headquarters on Route 29. From there you’ll soak up the summer sun and take in the beauty of the region as you follow the river

current for three to four hours, spanning about 5 or 6 miles. Admission fees include a barbecue lunch at The Hotdog Man, a snack stand located about halfway through your voyage on Adventure Island (you can munch your meal on picnic tables placed in the water), life jackets and a shuttle to and from Delaware River Tubing’s headquarters ($19.62 on weekdays; $25.23 on weekends and holidays). ■

A TABLE TO TRY After your unforgettable hot-air balloon ride over Hunterdon County, enjoy a delectable dinner at one of the region’s finest eateries— THE CLINTON HOUSE RESTAURANT in the historic town of Clinton (908-730-9300, www.theclinton house.com). Established in 1743 and recently renovated in 18th-century style, the restaurant offers an eclectic menu of land, sea and vegetarian specialties in a peaceful setting. Highlights include filet mignon with a brandied cream sauce and grilled salmon with artichoke hearts in a creamy lemon dill sauce.

A PLACE TO PERCH Since parasailing over the Atlantic coast in Wildwood requires a seven-hour round-trip drive from Morris, we suggest spending a few relaxing days at the PORT ROYAL HOTEL (609-729-2000, www.portroyalhotel.com) in nearby Wildwood Crest ($104 to $335 per night). Located right on the sands of the Jersey Shore, the luxe hotel offers deluxe guest rooms, one-room efficiencies and ocean suites—all equipped with private balconies, plus free beach access, an oceanfront sun deck and a heated hourglass-shaped pool.

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Glorious Food

by Ariel Jones

Gingered carrot soup with crème fraîche

Eating

GINGERLY

Serves 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

41⁄2 cups vegetable stock

1

⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil

⁄4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

11⁄2 pounds large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced

salt and freshly ground pepper

1 large onion, very thinly sliced 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger

1

⁄4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream 1

2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro

• In a medium soup pot, melt the butter in the olive oil. Add the sliced carrots, sliced onion and grated ginger. Cover and cook over moderately high heat for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables just begin to soften.

• Add the vegetable stock and nutmeg and season liberally with salt and pepper. Cover and cook the soup over moderate heat until the carrots and onions are very soft, about 10 minutes.

• Puree the soup in batches in a blender, then

WITH ITS ENCHANTING, INTENSE FLAVOR AND PROVEN MEDICINAL BENEFITS,

return it to the soup pot. Stir in the crème fraîche and chopped cilantro and season with more salt and pepper to taste. Serve in shallow bowls.

THE SPICE’S REPUTATION IS ON THE RISE

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inflammation. Recent research has supported—and expanded on—these claims, crediting the spice’s high potassium and magnesium levels for its circulation-boosting effects and success in relieving cold and flu symptoms.

Ginger is readily available year-round at your local supermarket—and don’t be daunted by its rough, knobby exterior. Look for roots with a spicy fragrance and smooth skin (wrinkling or cracking can mean dryness or age); the interior flesh should be firm and crisp. After using, wrap leftover ginger tightly in plastic wrap—it can be stored in the refrigerator for about three weeks, or frozen for up to three months.

While a quick recipe search will yield many a tempting concoction (see recipe above), the fresh root is just as easily grated raw into salads and soups— letting you get your ginger in a snap! ■

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ONCE UPON A TIME, IT WAS ALL ABOUT THE ale, bread and snaps. While ginger was revered as culinary gold in many cultures, here it was largely relegated to one bubbly beverage and a few beloved baked treats.

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First cultivated in Asia several millennia ago, ginger has also Although commonly been long revered as something of a referred to as a root, cure-all: Boiled into a tea or eaten ginger is actually raw, it has been used to treat condi- a rhizome, an underground stem tions ranging from nausea to joint

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and only wished there were more to enjoy.

Next up, Nicole’s signature bruschetta—four slices of warm, soft crostini topped with a savory blend of roasted garlic, roasted tomato, caramelized onion, cannellini beans and fresh mozzarella—was a clever take on a classic Italian favorite. The Nicole’s Ten salad, a large plate of field greens tossed with raspberry vinaigrette, crumbled gorgonzola, poached pears and candied walnuts, had all the makings of a knockout, but the portions of dressing and cheese were a bit meager.

Eager to try one of Nicole’s creative pasta dishes, we chose the Buffalo Stracchino, a heaping bowl of penne tossed with grilled chicken and cooked veggies (artichokes, cherry tomatoes and asparagus) and topped with a specially blended buffalo sauce and a dab of creamy Gorgonzola sauce. Mouthwatering to the last spoonful, the zesty buffalo sauce had a slight kick to it, and the Gorgonzola quenched the spiciness just right. Our only complaint? The chicken was a smidge chewy and overcooked.

IF YOU’RE AN INDECISIVE DINER, BRACE Nicole’s Scallops, meanwhile, arrived as six yourself before perusing the sweeping menu at Nicole’s large broiled mollusks topped with bread crumbs and artTen, a hip restaurant and bar on Route 10 in Randolph fully arranged around a mound of hearty long-grain rice specializing in creative New American/eclectic fare. with sliced almonds and pieces of toasted capellini. The Chef-owner Nicole Ann Dabal offers a whopping 43 scallops were tender and juicy, but so flavorful on their imaginative entrées, which draw inspiration from around own we wondered if the bread crumbs were needed. We the globe and feature innovative twists on classic dishes. did, however, thoroughly enjoy the savory pool of garlic With its sleek wood furniture, and extra-virgin olive oil on the plate black-draped tables, votive candles below, which was perfect for dipping.

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5–10:30 p.m.; Sunday, 4–9 p.m. on Nicole’s Famous Crab Cake as While not every dish was a What you should know our first starter. Large and baked to perfect 10, it’s clear that an abun• Entrées average $20 perfection, it blended a good portion dance of talent and creativity goes • Full bar of lump crabmeat with tasty bread into the plates served up at Nicole’s • Private parties accommodated crumbs, herbs and spices. We adored Ten. We look forward to discovering • Reservations suggested the tangy lemon-basil coulis and what other charms its inventive • Handicapped-accessible sweet balsamic glaze drizzled on top, menu has to offer. ■

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Be THERE JUNE June 4 to 13—See the Brundage

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June 19 and 20—Glimpse the life of Civil War soldiers when the 2nd New Jersey Brigade reenacts a battle between blue and gray during CIVIL WAR WEEKEND at Historic Speedwell Village in Morristown, Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Call 973-285-6550 or visit ww.morrisparks.net/ speedwell for more information.

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Be THERE June 23 to August 1—Enjoy

laughter under the stars with The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s performance of THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS, a 250-year-old madcap comedic gem staged outdoors at the Greek Theatre of The College of Saint Elizabeth in Convent Station.

Tickets: $32 for adults, $17 for children 16 and under. Call 973408-5600 or visit www.shakespearenj.org.

REVOLUTIONARY RAMBLE BICYCLE TOUR June 27—Spread out your blan-

ket for the 27th annual GIRALDA LAWN CONCERT, featuring a performance by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra on the grounds of Giralda Farms Corporate Park in Madison. Gates open at 3 p.m. for activities and picnics; the concert starts at 6 p.m.

Fees: $4 to $15. Call 973-285-5115, ext. 14, or visit www.morrisarts.org for more information.

June 12—Tour historic Madison on two wheels at this second annual event, with 12-, 25-, 35-, 45- or 65-mile rides to benefit local emergency squads. Kickoff is at 8 a.m. at Drew University. Fee: $28 to $35 (riders must be 12 or older). Call 973-267-5374 or visit www.rambleride.org.

twice a week to tend to and learn about their own gardens, including related cooking and crafts. Cost: $130 to $180 for the complete summer session. Call 973-631-5004 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org for more information.

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July 10—Experience a little

Let your kids get their hands dirty with the BRANCHING OUT program at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum’s Haggerty Center in Morristown. Young gardeners ages 5 through 13 meet

MUSIC IN THE WOODS as musi-

cians Tom Rice and Terry Hemmer perform acoustic blues, soul and rock at the Schiff Woodland Amphitheater in Mendham, 6:30 p.m. Admission: $8 for members, $10 for nonmem-

bers, FREE for children under 10.

Call 973-543-6004 or visit www.schiffnaturepreserve.org for more information.

July 23 to 25—Enjoy 4-H exhibits, pony rides, hay rides, a petting zoo and more at the MORRIS COUNTY 4-H FAIR, 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Chubb Park in Chester. FREE admission, but $5 parking fee. Call 973-285-8301, ext. 3, for more information. ■

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