The Bay Shore

A bay is a body of water that is partially enclosed by land with a wide opening to the ocean. The peninsula of Sandy Hook separates the bay from the Atlantic Ocean. The calmer waters are popular with fisherman and boaters.

Animals and plants you might see: blue crab, rockweed, striped bass

 

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