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Indian River Life-Saving Staion
tpangelinan Says: The expantion of the nation's maritime commerce following the Civil War, the need for better methods to assist ships in distress was more demanding.Built in 1876 by the United States Life-Saving Service, the Indian River Life-Saving Station was part of a network of...
tpangelinan Says: During WW II many observation tower were installed along the coast in Delaware and New Jersey, these were used as aids in aiming the 16 inch gun which were in bunkers buried in sand dunes. Using an azimuth instrument, the army employed a system know as triagulation to...
Indian River Inlet camp ground: Campin' out, Bay front!
tpangelinan Says: The campgrounds at Indian River Inlet are part of the Delaware Seashore State Park Right on the inlet on both sides, these campgrounds offer modern amenities and "waterfront accomodations". The grounds have more than 400 sites, including 145 with water, electric and sewer...
tpangelinan Says: These rocks along the jetty are very slippery. Please use much caution if you feel the need to go down that far. Plus there are many old rusted fishing hooks and other stuff that has made it to the rocks. I found this out a long time ago when searching for shells, the...
tpangelinan Says: If I had a jetski I would love this! Some of the wave these guys get in the currents are awesome! When a big boat comes in it a free for all on the waves. Looks like a lot of fun! I would think due to the really intense currents this may be dangerous if you are not...
tpangelinan Says: Go surfing, the wave have never been better. South beach has the larger waves, but also has the worst rip currents, so use caution with waves over your waist. Rip currents are the cause of 100 drownings a year and 75% of all rescues by life gaurds. If you get caught in a rip...
tpangelinan Says: Fishing the rockpiles is a relaxing way to spend a morning, afternoon or evening. The rockpiles yield Stripers, Trout, Bluefish and Tautog on a variety of live, natural and artificial baits.The other side of the inlet, the north jetty, includes a fishing pier for handicapped...
tpangelinan Says: Bring a change of clothes. Once you are finished swimming all day and feeling sticky, you can take a shower at the bath house. I suggest you have some shampoo and a brush too. The showers have hot water, just don't wait until everyone else is leaving to take your shower,...
tpangelinan Says: It's only $2.50 for Delaware residents and out of state $5.00, handicap no fee to pull in and park all day in this state park. Plenty of parking, good bathhouse to clean up afterwards. Snack & soda machines. This is a carry in carry out beach, so take a small bag for your...
tpangelinan Says: There seems to be 2 levels of water here. the top portion is great for little kids to go play in, the waves never reach up that far, yet they get filled enough for them to play in. It work like a small tidal pool. no real danger of them being swept away by a rip current...
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During WW II many observation tower were installed along the coast in Delaware and New Jersey, these were used as aids in aiming the 16 inch gun which were in...
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We have always loved this beach! It's always quiet, with not a lot of people. No bugs or jellyfish and clean sand! Easy access from all resort areas in Delaware and upper Maryland!
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