Point Pleasant Beach Guidebook
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Chateau Inn & Suites 500 Warren Avenue, Spring Lake (732) 974-2000 Crystal Point Motor Inn 3900 River Road, Point Pleasant (732) 899-3444 Driftwood Motel 1414-16 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach (732) 892-3519 Pelican Point 210 Arnold Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach (732) 899-2394 AT THE BEACH Safety tipS & information in any emergency, dial 911 noaa Weather radio: 162.40 FM and 162.55 FM Safe Swimming • Only swim on guarded beaches • never swim alone • always swim near a lifeguard • do not go on the beach or in the water if you hear thunder or see lightning • do not dig holes on the beach deeper than the user's knee Rip CuRRent awaReneSS • what are Rip Currents? Rip currents are "channeled" currents of water flowing away from the beach. They typically occur when a channel forms between the shore and a sandbar and also near structures such as jetties and piers. • why are they so dangerous? Rip currents pull people away from the beach. Their speeds can vary from moment to moment and can quickly increase to become dangerous to anyone entering the surf. • what if i'm caught in a Rip Current? Stay calm. don't fight the current. Swim in a direction following the shoreline—across the direction of the water flow. Often this means swimming parallel to the shore. When free of current, swim at an angle—away from the current—toward the beach. • Don't become a victim while trying to help someone else! • for more information: www.ripcurrents.noaa.gov Dune RegulationS • Use designated paths to and from the beach • Say off the grassy areas on the dunes; poison ivy is commonly found growing on the dunes • dune grass is very vulnerable and is a natural protection against storms poiSon ivy • Remember: "Leaflets three, let it be!" • Leaves are always in threes, two leaflets split by a third, with a slightly longer stem • If exposed, repeated washing with cold water and soap will remove the poisonous oil from skin and clothing Judy Cardella The Touch Tank at Jenkinson's Aquarium. continued on page 32 Jenkinson's Aquarium 905 Ocean Avenue Pt. Pleasant Beach 732-899-7712 Cable TV • refrigerators Large Heated Swimming Pool Free On-Site Parking (1 Car per room) across from Beach & Boardwalk Discounted Jenkinson's Beach Passes individually Controlled air Conditioning Suites and apartments available Close to amusements Summer Fun… www.sandpebblenj.com Sand Pebble Motor loDge A���MM��ATI�NS, continued from page 29 The beach south of Martell's Tiki Bar, Point Pleasant Beach.