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On pg. 70 of Iron in the Pines, Arthur Pierce says that a "skit mill" included both a sawmill and gristmill, and he says that there was one located in the vicinity of Harrisville as early as 1750.

Jerseyman, thank you for the information. This will certainly help me along with my research. And thank you, Ted. I thought I had once heard that a skit mill was a combination of a grist and saw mill. Is this the case? Now I'm wondering if there was even a skit mill on the Skit Branch at all...

Lost Town Hunter, do you happen to know who Robbin's (Robert's) Branch is named after?

Relayer, I love the old Mullica photos! Post 'em if you got 'em!

Al, are the foundations non private property?

My friend asked me to research this place. After a little while of poking around the internet, I've written this brief synopsis. If anyone finds any errors, or has more info, please let me know. I have yet to explore Belleplain State Forest, and have not been to Hand's Mill before. I plan to...

Great work, Boyd. I was recently given a copy of Mapping New Jersey: An Evolving Landscape. I highly recommend it .

That kid plays a mean fiddle.

I don't think drunk driving is funny. Nor do I think its funny when innocent people are hurt or killed by drunk drivers. If, on the other hand, Nascar implemented a policy where drivers had to perform under the influence, I might watch it.

Aw, c'mon, Al. The fact of the matter is that, historically, beer has been a major component of the advancement of human civilization.

I think that during the holiday season, everyone should have a beer before driving. It will take the edge off and result in less stressed drivers, making a safer drive for everyone.

What kind of beer are you drinking, Nascar?

Why's that?

Adam, I also have seen things like you describe. I've seen them with my own eyes. Rumor has it that they exist here and there in the Pine Barrens. I've heard that you can seen them in the Pacific Northwest as well. Careful when hiking in the woods, because you could twist your ankle if you...

So where can we read about future checkpoints?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7v3ZzdOsII&feature=related

2 beers gets ya over the limit.

It's not nice to know they'd be willing to F$%^ your life up for drinking 2 beers just to make some revenue.

Oh what fun. Better not drink a single beer if you plan to drive.

Very cool, Eric!