Batsto Village

Don't wait to experience five of South Jersey's most popular kid-friendly excursions this summer.

Fire officials said Monday they have ruled out natural causes in connection with the wildfire that has burned over 12,000 acres in the Wharton State Forest.

The massive wildfire in the Wharton State Forest has now burned 12,000 acres, but the New Jersey Forest Fire Service say they have made "substantial progress" in efforts to contain the blaze.

A fire that broke out Sunday in Wharton State Forest is now impacting 600 acres and is 10% contained, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service.

A Stockton University environmental science class discovers a champion tree in Wharton State Forest while looking for maple syruping trees.

If you've ever had the chance to walk around Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest, you know what a special place it is.

Sunday, September 29th it's the Fall Antiques, Glass and Bottle Show at Historic Batsto Village.

Historic Batsto Village, a nationally recognized historic site, is located in Wharton State Forest in Southern New Jersey. The Village has changed and survived during several different periods of American history. Archeological investigations have also discovered evidence of Prehistoric life in the Batsto area...

We are at that perfect time of year where it's warm enough to enjoy lots of time outdoors, but not too hot that it gets uncomfortable away from the beaches. And, did you know that we have a lot of nature destinations all within less than an hour drive? Read on for my Top 5 Jersey Shore Nature Destinations:

Spring has certainly sprung here in Ocean County! With a spectacular weekend on the way weather-wise, here are my Best Bets for this weekend, April 18th and 19th: