Surveillance Camera Use in Wharton State Forest Draws Objections from Legislators, Open Trails NJ

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Surveillance Camera Use in Wharton State Forest Draws Objections from Legislators, Open Trails NJ - Pine Barrens Tribune

SHAMONG—The continued presence of surveillance cameras in Wharton State Forest, the largest of 50 such preserves overseen by the New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry, has become an increasing bone of contention with hikers, campers, kayakers and outdoor enthusiasts who believe a sojourn in...

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[RJG]

I don’t like the presence of cameras in the pine barrens, particularly on hiking trails. It’s not only an unnecessary level of surveillance, but let’s face it, if you spend a day exploring an area you’re going to have to go to the bathroom. I don’t want to have to worry that I’m in view of a camera and being recorded.

 

[slingblade]

I don’t like the presence of cameras in the pine barrens, particularly on hiking trails. It’s not only an unnecessary level of surveillance, but let’s face it, if you spend a day exploring an area you’re going to have to go to the bathroom. I don’t want to have to worry that I’m in view of a camera and being recorded.

When told of the cameras, a passing hiker recommended "flipping the script and providing an exhibit that will make most of the viewers feel inadequate".
Don't know if that's out-of-bounds or not, but it did leave me laughing.

 

[ecampbell]

I like this response. When we find a camera, pull a Jeff on them.

 

[bobpbx]

When told of the cameras, a passing hiker recommended "flipping the script and providing an exhibit that will make most of the viewers feel inadequate".
Don't know if that's out-of-bounds or not, but it did leave me laughing.

Well, I can prove that wasn't me.