Zoos and Aquariums

May 14 2013

Spend a Day at the Turtle Back Zoo

There is a gem nestled inside Essex County: Turtle Back Zoo. Part of the South Mountain Recreation Complex, TBZ is a lovely little zoo with a big commitment to wildlife education and conservation. With the added perk of being smack in the middle of a treetop obstacle course, an indoor skating rink and a mini golf course, the TBZ is an amazing day trip for anyone in Northern New Jersey and worth the trip for any family in the whole state. Read on for all the highlights!

Oct 5 2012

Halloween Fun at a New Jersey Zoo

Yes, it's the spookiest month of the year--and October is also chock-full of fun family activities all over our great state! Forget that door-to-door treat-trolling and try something different this year for Halloween: take your family to an NJ zoo. The zoo is always an enjoyable way to spend a family day, but add some candy, costumes and some bone-chillingly fun activities and your little NJ ghouls will be having a blast in no time!

Dive into Shark Fest this Summer at New Jersey’s Adventure Aquarium

We loved Adventure Aquarium's KidZone back in the spring, but AA is all about the sharks this summer. Big ones. Scary ones. Prehistoric ones. 17 species call the aquarium home, more than anywhere on the east coast. And there’s a little bit of shark thrill for every age, from the new Megalodon exhibit to the cheerful, cartoony Great White sculpture that welcomes tiny tots to pose for photos.Here’s the lowdown on “Shark Fest” and how NJ kids and their families can take advantage of the fun. Dive in!

Mommy Poppin's Guide to Day Trips in New Jersey

Whether you hail from the Garden State, are visiting for the weekend or need a break from the city, this welcoming, eclectic NYC neighbor has tons to offer. Looking for culture? Spend a day in an art museum. Like the great indoors, but art makes you yawn? Try this great family games complex. And if you want nature, well, NJ is crazy with camping, mountain reservations, beaches, and zoos. So whether you fish, dig for fossils or your idea of a fun day is a Free day, we've got you covered with the best of New Jersey Day Trips. And if you're feeling very adventurous and want to try a (gasp!) weekend trip or a full-on family vacation, be sure to check out Mommy Poppins NYC Family Vacations Resort and Travel Guide. Have a nice day, NJ!

Jun 11 2012

Father's Day in New Jersey: 10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Dad

New Jersey is the place to be this Father’s Day! There are tons of family-friendly activities happening all over the state on June 17, but we’ve whittled it down to our top ten favorites. There’s something on the list to suit everyone, so whether Dad is sporty, outdoorsy, indoorsy or just wants to relax with a glass of wine, we’ve got you covered. Happy Father’s Day to all of NJ's wonderful dads!