According to “Family Vacation Critic” Long Beach Island, off the coast of Ocean County New Jersey, has been named one of the best family beach vacation destinations in the country. The island is home to about 20,000 people on a year-round basis. The population is distributed among six separate municipalities, the largest of which is Long Beach Township. However, the island's population swells significantly during the summer months and reaches about 100,000 people, including part-time residents and tourists.According to Family Vacation Critic, “Nobody does a classic beach vacation like Long Beach Island. The island offers 18 miles of shoreline for sandcastle building and boogie boarding, with lifeguards patrolling many areas. New to the area is Daymark Bar & Restaurant in Barnegat Light,... 04/08/2017

 Long Beach Island, or “LBI” to the informed, is a barrier island off the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey. Even at the widest point of this 18-mile-long island sprinkled with small shore towns like Barnegat Light, Beach Haven, Harvey Cedars, Ship Bottom, Surf City and Long Beach Township, you’re never more than half a mile from the other side.The island has been continuously settled since 1690, initially being a destination for hunters. Barnegat Inlet, to the north of the island, was an important path for freight shipments and whaling from the 17th century through the 20th century. Barnegat Bay, bordering the western side of the island is an integral part of the Intracoastal Waterway. (The Intracoastal Waterway is a 1,500-mile inland waterway along the Atlantic coast running from Bost... 01/20/2017

There are many great places to have breakfast and brunch on LBI on the Jersey Shore, but two get a special mention in Philly Magazine:“On the northern end of Long Beach Island, the all-day eatery Mustache Bill’s Diner gets the kind of attention any fine-dining chef would die for (see: Food Network spot, *James Beard Award), and for good reasons: buttery omelets, crispy potatoes, and a pancake cooked around a runny egg. It’s worth enduring any LBI traffic for. For food that won’t require a wait, you can get a quality bagel that sandwiches egg and cheese or flavored cream cheese at any location of Bagels & Beyond. (Bonus: The crumb cake — which is an LBI thing — is heavy on the crumb.)”Mustache Bill's Diner Menu  Broadway & Eighth St., (Central Ave.)Barnegat Light609-494-0155Bagels and Be... 06/17/2016

Each year on May 22 our country celebrates National Maritime Day.The United States has always been and will always be a great maritime nation. From our origins as 13 British colonies, through every period of peace and conflict since, the Merchant Marine has been a pillar in this country’s foundation of prosperity and security. They power the world’s largest economy and strengthen our ties with trading partners around the world, all while supporting our military forces by shipping troops and supplies wherever they need to go.Maritime Day is a time-honored tradition that recognizes one of our country’s most important industries. This year, ceremonies and celebrations throughout the country recognized Maritime Day and the people our maritime nation depends on.The New Jersey Maritime Museum... 05/20/2016

The 36th Annual Ship Bottom Christmas Parade is scheduled for December 5th, 2015 beginning at 1:00 p.m. along Long Beach Boulevard 5th Street to 25th Street.The viewing stand will be located in front of borough hall at 16th Street and Long Beach Boulevard.Featured entertainment includes the Southern Regional High School and Barnegat High School marching bands, the Ragtimers, Crescent Shrine clowns and minicars, David Cedeno’s Salsa Marching Band, Ocean County Emerald Society and St. Brendan the Navigator Pipes & Drums. Rock bands Poppa Fuse, Bocco Sox, Friends and Dr. No will be featured on floats.LBI Homes For SaleFollowing are informative guidelines for participants in the parade:• Parade line-up time is 10:30 for floats and 11:30 for all other participants at the Ethel Jacobsen Schoo... 12/03/2015

More than 40 seals have become stranded on the Jersey Shore beaches in the last 10 days according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center based in Brigantine. There were reported stranding’s throughout Ocean County; from Point Pleasant to to LBI.  Strandings have also been reported at other various locations on The Jersey Shore. According to the Center, now that the ice is melting, the seals are out in front of the beaches, feeding. Homes on LBI While it’s not unusual to spot seals at this time of year, more are showing up on the Jersey Shore than normal -- especially for such a short time span. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center, a private, non-profit organization, started in 1978 with a handful of volunteers and a C.E.T.A. grant, was founded, and is directed by Robert Schoelkopf. The Ce... 03/23/2015

Despite having been raised in Westfield, David Cowles has been a year-round resident of Long Beach Island since 1980. David's dedication and commitment to the community of LBI(Long Beach Island) makes him an ideal choice for current and future residents interested in Long Beach Island Real Estate. Below is a brief summary of David's personal and professional credentials.     Personal BA degree in economics, Windham College, Putney, VT, 1978 Annual supporter/fundraiser for Stafford Township wrestling programs and the Sea Shell Striped Bass Derby Residence - Beach Haven Professional Full-Time Real Estate Agent with Prudential Zack Shore Properties since 1981 Broker's License 1984 CRS professional designation since 1985 (Certified Residential Specialist) Member of NJAR Circle of Excellence... 05/15/2014

  This is Part 1 of a 2 Part special that focuses on Real Estate at the Jersey Shore. Whether you are interested in owning a beach house or buying an investment property, you won’t want to miss this week. Our guests joining us from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox and Roach, REALTORS in Brigantine are Sharon DeGiacomo, Lori Tofani and Lynn Reganato. We will also be joined by Prudential Realtors David Cowles from Long Beach. To complete the panel we will also have our very own Paul Augustine and Joe Cunningham join the discussion. Paul will also deliver this week’s Real Time Real Estate and Ron Fenstermacher will deliver the Word on Wealth. Tune in this and every Saturday at 10AM on News Talk 990AM or listen live at www.hopemattersradio.com/listen-live 05/15/2014

This Time Next Year tracks the resilience of the Long Beach Island, NJ community for one year as they rebuild after 2012’s Hurricane Sandy. Using a mixture of verité, first-person accounts, and the residents’ own footage This Time Next Year is a poetic documentation of a shore community as they battle local politics, cope with personal tragedy, and band together in the face of transition. This Time Next Year is the inaugural grantee of TFI’s Resilient Communities Project, made possible with support from The Rockefeller Foundation. The film explores not only stories of painful loss and astounding recovery, but the everyday rhythms of a tight knit middle class community by the sea relying on one another to come back from an unprecedented disaster. The film’s campaign will inspire communi... 04/15/2014

Annual Longboard Surf Classic in Long Beach Township! The Alliance for a Living Ocean's (ALO) 5th Annual Long Beach Island Longboard Surf Classic is scheduled this Saturday August 24th at Long Beach Island’s 110th Street Surfing beach (Haven Beach section of Long Beach Township). The event is named the “Classic” because only vintage longboards will be allowed, and the contestants will be scored by classic contest criteria such as noserides, hanging ten, cheater fives, dropknee turns, fin first takeoffs, spinners, length of ride and cross-stepping style. No leashes, and no board modifications are allowed. The Surf Instrumental band the Diamondheads will be performing live during the contest, performing a retro mix of Dick Dale and Ventures songs with their own 1960’s era-inspired composi... 08/20/2013

Beach replenishment at the Jersey Shore got a big boost this week when the State Supreme Court overruled a $375,000 award in a Harvey Cedars beach replenishment case, saying the project in fact provided benefits to the property owners.  A state appellate court had ruled last year that the borough pay $375,000 to the couple to compensate them for having a portion of their property taken for the Army Corps of Engineers beach replenishment project, partially obstructing their ocean view.The Harvey Cedars beach project was completed in 2010.  But in other towns on Long Beach Island there are still property owners that refuse to sign easements for beach replenishment, thereby stalling these efforts.Even staunch defenders of property rights have cited this case as different in that these home... 07/11/2013

The Jersey Shore Is Open...Watch for Our Ads!It's just six months and a few days since super storm Sandy hit the Jersey Shore but we'll be open for business this summer, according to Governor Christie.At a Town Hall meeting yesterday on Long Beach Island, the Governor outlined recovery efforts.  They include: Jersey Shore dredging projects will begin in local waterways in mid-July after all boats and other debris are removed. The governor said 1,400 boats were located in the water after the storm, and several homes and other debris also were swept out into the water and must be removed before dredging can begin. The state will provide $600 million for Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, Elevation and Mitigation grants that will provide as much as $150,000 to residents to rebuild their homes... 04/30/2013

This is why we live where we live...Look for a Moment, Then look for Another...It's the Jersey Shore, And It's Still here!! .. Early morning, late at night, in the middle of the afternoon!  It's here everyday!. .But always changing!You don't have to buy waterfront home on Long Beach Island or Little Egg Harbor to have this view...You can have it, live where I live at the Jersey Shore!Did I tell you, I'm a Jersey Shore REALTOR in Little Egg Harbor...I'm Laura Giannotta and... I've got the home for you!!! 02/01/2013

You Think there's No Jersey Shore to Visit This Year...You Might Be MistakenEmbrace our Jersey Shore Views, they change every day!      Because you love the Jersey Shore, it will always be yours!     "All changes... have their melancholy; for what we leave behind us is a part of ourselves; we must die to one life before we can enter another."   Anatole France 01/20/2013

Long Beach Island (Beach Haven) Housing Market Trends The data on this page is consolidated from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales, and more. Whether you’re a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions. Call or email me anytime to discuss how this information can benefit you! Long Beach Island Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed: The median list price in October for single family homes on Long Beach Island is $949,900. The list prices increased by 0.62% from the previous month. The median sale price in July for single family homes is $705,000. The sale prices increased by 6.01% from the previous month.   Long Beach Island Housing Market Inventory Trends: The number of active listings in Beach Haven increase... 10/18/2012

I realize that the Jersey Shore economy needs summer visitors.  That's not to say I'm sad to see them leave!My favorite time of year at the Jersey Shore is when the traffic lights on Long Beach Island are just blinking and there's a chill in the air.  That's when I can visit the beach and the Barnegat Light House  with very few people around! 10/17/2012

Attention all seafood lovers, it's time for the annual Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce LBI Chowderfest. Restaurateurs from across the region will serve thousands of gallons of New England-style or Manhattan-style chowders to thousands of visitors Sunday. Renowned throughout the region, the festival, now in its 24th year, draws people from neighboring states who hope to sample some of the best chowder on the East Coast. Enjoy unlimited chowder tasting! Live music, children's entertainment, and a food court are all part of the event, which is held rain or shine at the Taylor Avenue ball field, Ninth Street and Taylor Avenue in Beach Haven (across from Schooner's Wharf and Bay Village) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, September 30 2012. This family fun festival features live music,... 09/28/2012

Long Beach Island Housing Market Trends: The data on this page is consolidated from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales, and more over the last 3 months. Whether you're a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions. Call or email anytime to discuss how this information can benefit you! LBI Housing Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed The median list price in September for single family homes in Long Beach Island is $944,000. The list prices increased by 2.05% from the previous month. The median sale price in June for single family homes is $669,500. The sale prices dropped by -7.17% from the previous month.   Long Beach Island Housing Market Inventory Trends The number of active listings ON LBI dropped by 4.4% ... 09/11/2012

The Long Beach Island Surf Fishing Classic will be taking place from Oct. 6th - Dec. 2nd 2012. The Long Beach Island Surf Fishing Classic is an eight Week surf fishing tournament for striped bass and bluefish and is presented by the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce and national sponsors.Thousands of dollars on prizes awarded daily. Basic Rules: Fish must be caught from the shores of Long Beach Island only—ocean, inlet, bay, and jetties. No boat fishing permitted. Contestants may not use more than two rods at any time. From the time that a fish strikes or takes a bait or lure, only the angler may handle the rod, reel and/or line. Minimum length for bluefish is 32 inches. Each angler may enter two bluefish each tournament day. Minimum length for bass is 34 inches. Each angler may... 09/09/2012

Brant Beach will host this prestigious event from April 25 - 29, 2012, amd will feature the best "Opti" sailors in the nation vying to represent the USA in regattas across the world. Brant Beach Yacht Club has a strong tradition of hosting International, National and Regional championship events for classes particularly the Laser, C420, Sunfish and the Optimist Class. In 2010 they were the proud recipients of the US Sailing One Design Club of the Year for hosting on a regular basis large one design regattas. In recent years they have hosted the Laser North Americans, C420 North Americans, Sunfish Worlds, Laser Nationals and numerous regional events for a variety of boats. Long Beach Island is an 18 mile long barrier reef island. To the east we have the Atlantic Ocean and to the west is ... 04/19/2012