4 posts tagged “summer”

Rancocas State Park

Rancocas

State parks are a wonderful place to drive your family in your 2009 Nissan Maxima on a sunny summer afternoon. Whether you enjoy swimming, hiking, sightseeing, or camping, there are plenty of things for you to do in the 42 state parks, 3 recreation areas and 11 forests of the New Jersey State Park system.

One of the best-kept secrets when it comes to New Jersey parks is Rancocas State Park. The Rancocas state park is situated along the Rancocas Creek, and is an ideal setting for casual picnicking, hiking, and the observation of nature. The park encompasses 1,252 acres, and boasts several interesting features, including the Powhatan Indian Museum and the Rancocas Nature Center. Rancocas State Park is located just east of Camden, NJ.

Powhatan Indian Museum

The Powhatan Indians lease a portion of Rancocas State Park. They have constructed a replica of an Indian village from the 15th century at the park. Every year, there is an annual Powhatan Indian festival, which includes performances, music, and traditional crafts. This is called the Juried American Indian Arts Festival. For more information about the Powhatan Indian festival, call (856)261-4747.

Rancocas Nature Center

The New Jersey Audubon Society manages this feature of the Rancocas State Park. The center has a number of different programs throughout the year, featuring wildlife programs as well as nature walks. There are a number of self-guided nature trails maintained by the Nature Center, taking hikers and bird watchers through wetlands, woods and even meadows. There is a book and gift store, a classroom that’s available for parties and presentations. The Center also features Summertime day camps.

Rancocas Nature Center Museum

One feature of the Rancocas Nature Center that you just can’t miss is the museum. The museum includes a variety of live native reptiles, an area where you can view wildlife, a host of educational materials, and even a touch table. For more information about the Museum or the Nature Center in general, call the Rancocas Nature Center at 609-261-2495.

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Trolley

As nice as your new Nissan car is, there are only so many people you can fit in it at a time. If you’re looking for something to fit the whole family and more, consider taking your group for a trolley or boat ride out and about in Atlantic City. From shopping and sightseeing to taking a trip to historic Cape May, there’s something for everyone when it comes to trolley tours.

Shorelines and Shipwrecks

For the water lovers in your group, take a cruise along the shoreline. Listen to the fascinating history of the barrier islands and the indigenous species, tuck into a fresh seafood sampler from one of the local restaurants -- although no seafood options are available if you prefer -- and then take some time to explore the area. Hear about Widow’s Walk, the rumrunners, the bootleggers, the Grave Yard Inlet and all about the shipwrecks old and new. A must for tourists and residents alike.

Shop Till You Drop

Take the shoppers of your group for a trolley ride to the best bargains in the state. Visit outlet stores for big name brands, dine at exclusive restaurants, and look up in awe at the $7 million light, sound and water extravaganza, The Show.

Splash of Atlantic City Tour and Cape May

If you’re looking for something a little more relaxed -- driving around the city all day in your new Nissan car is a pretty exciting endeavour, after all -- take a trip back in time to where Atlantic City began. Learn about Miss America, salt water taffy, the history of The Boardwalk and all the other icons that make the City famous. For even more history, visit Victorian Cape May. See Victorian architecture at its finest, stroll down the cobble stone walks, or stay on the trolley to go to the Cape May Winery and Vineyard for tastings and more.

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What good is a shiny and new Nissan car if you don’t have anywhere to take it? If you’re looking for a getaway from the everyday this summer, think about heading down to the Trump Taj Mahal to get out of the heat and into something interesting. While the Trump Taj Mahal is generally known for its nightlife, they’ve got exciting new things going on for every member of the family.

Bodies... the Exhibition is a groundbreaking exhibit showing the miraculous make up of the human body. It’s showing at the Xanadu Theater from May until August 22nd, and it’s open from 10 in the morning until 10 at night, seven days a week.

Science geeks of all ages will be fascinated by this presentation of real specimens of the whole human body and each individual organ. You’ll get the chance to see exactly what goes on inside that miraculous body of yours and figure out how the whole thing works.

The Bodies exhibition has been able to sensitively present these real specimens by using a method of preservation using polymer. You can just take a wander around or rent headsets that take you through an audio tour, explaining each part of the exhibit.

The perfect mini excursion for the curious members of the family, Bodies... The Exhibition is a great educational tool for families, school groups, clubs, children’s groups and summer camps. If nothing else, it’s air conditioned, but so is your new Nissan car.

Adult admission prices are $25.00, and it’s $20.00 for kids 12 and under. Senior citizens get in for $25.00. If you’re looking to rent a headset for the audio tutorial, that’s $6.00 extra. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster or in person at the Xanadu Theater Box Office.

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Amusement Park

Sunny days are ahead in South Jersey, and as the weather gets warmer everyone’s looking for something to do. Pack the kids in the Nissan and check out some of these South Jersey delights:

Splash World Water Park and Clementon Amusement Park

With everything from thrill rides for the big kids and gentle fun for the little ones, water parks and amusement parks are the go-to fun spot for everyone in the family. Splash World and Clementon have over 50 kinds of adventure for kids of all ages. Chill out in the cool water when the temperature starts to rise.

Speed and adrenaline at the raceways and rodeos

If your family likes speed, a trip to the Atco Raceway or Bridgeport Speedway is a must. Watch dragsters, roadsters and dirt bikes race at breathtaking speeds that will make you want to run the Nissan a little faster on the way home. If you’re into a different kind of horsepower, check out Salem County’s Cowtown Rodeo. The longest running regularly scheduled Saturday night rodeo in the nation, this is fun for every horse lover in the family.

Looking for a different kind of wild?

Check out the area wildlife at the Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge in Medford. With hands-on exhibits, gentle walking trails through wetlands and woodland, and the chance to see bald eagles, foxes, deer and more, the wildlife refuge is a refuge for you as well. Alternatively, stop in at Palmyra Cove Nature Park where natural beauty is tucked away from the busyness of Philly. There are activities for both children and adults and nature trails and environmental education programs for the nature lover in everyone.

Powhatan Renape Nation’s Rankokus Indian Reservation

For a trip back in time, take the whole family to the American Indian Heritage Museum. You can take a trip through an ancestral village, take a self-guided hike through area nature trails, or check out a slice of the past at the museum. View historic tools, clothing, weapons and instruments as well as contemporary Native American art.

Need to tune up the Nissan before all that driving?

If you’re looking for a new Nissan or need something as simple as an oil change, stop by our Wilmington Nissan dealership for everything you need. Check out Classic Nissan’s website for new inventory and specials and get ready for a summer full of fun and sun.