Guide to the Jersey Shore was written by Suzi Hoffman and designed by Clara Sue Beym. All paintings in the guide are created by the members of Pine Shore Art Association. In this beautiful new book, Pine Shores' painters illustrate today's life in the heart of the Jersey Shore. From the barrier islands of Long Beach Island and Island Beach State Park to the mainland towns along Barnegat Bay and Toms River, the guide shows the many things residents and visitors can enjoy in Southern Ocean County and how to find them. This is a prime spot for migrating birds traveling the famed Atlantic Flyway. Barnegat Light inlet is the northern start of the protected Inland Waterway stretching down the coast for pleasure boating. The best surfing on the East Coast is right here. Our Striped Bass Derby attracts anglers from across the nation, and our soft white sand beaches consistently receive Blue Wave Best recognition. The guide provides information about access to beaches, marinas, fishing piers, sports of all kinds, and hiking, biking, horseback riding and hunting information. Annual surfing, sailing, fishing, race and golf competitions are noted, plus art shows, galleries, and classes from fine art to boat building. For kids, there's where to find playgrounds, waterslides, mini golf, arcades, amusement park rides, swimming lessons and how to sign up for lifeguard or charter boat mate training. Salt air, sunshine, and laughing companionship make you hungry. Two dozen favorite restaurants and markets have their chefs share a recipe or cooking tip with you, and area farmers' markets, you-pick farms, wineries and annual food events are listed. The explore section leads you into wildlife refuges, county and state parks, birding sites and museums. This is a major historic area. The last battle of the Revolutionary War was fought right here, and this is where the Hindenburg blew up (its hanger at the Lakehurst Air Station is haunted; check out the Jersey Weird page.) This 2021 guide gives information on what to find in and around these towns: Beach Haven, Brant Beach, Long Beach Township, Ship Bottom, Surf City, Harvey Cedars, Loveladies, Barnegat Light, Manahawkin, West Creek, Tuckerton, Little Egg Harbor, Barnegat, Waretown, Forked River, Bayville, Ocean Gate, Toms River, Island Heights, Lavalette, Seaside Heights, and Seaside Park. Grab a copy and come play with us.