Recent content by Jersey Devil

Gone.....

I have a metal fire pit with screen cover and removable legs that I'll give to anyone who comes and picks it up. I'll also include the pavers that the fire pit sits in. The pit is not perfect, and shows some signs of hard use and exposure to the elements, but would be perfect for those on a...

Happy Spring! Was walking around my backyard this evening when this little green snake caught my eye. Enjoy!

Not a big fan of trash in the pines, but when I happen upon it I always take a look to see if anything is under it. This time I got lucky with this "large" eastern milk snake. Notice he's in shed, or blue phase for you specialists out there. Happy to leave him be, as there were quite a few...

I scratch each bite until it bleeds. Usually works very well for me......like they don't itch again until the scab drys out. A little morbid? Perhaps, but I'm telling you it works. Was taught this trick by an old piney. I agree, though, that this year they've been especially ferocious since...

Fascinating information, guys. I appreciate the education!

Thank you for the reply. I'll ask him about clarifying a little more, and whether he has any other information regarding the general whereabouts of this place he calls "Dave's Hole." Thanks again for the info. --JD

I was asked by a friend of mine where "Dave's Hole" is. He swears it's in Burlington County. I think it's by Lake Oswego, but I'm not entirely sure. Any ideas or info is greatly appreciated. Thanks, --JD

Yes, that's correct. Really peaceful place when there's no traffic along Oswego Road!

This is a favorite place of mine in the pines.

Hello all, This is my first post here, and I'd like to share a photo of a beautiful eastern hognose snake (Heterodon platirhinos) that I discovered while walking a trail in Ocean County just a few days ago. It's a really nice specimen, but I'm ashamed to say that I disturbed it by accident. You...