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Forested mountains, clear freshwater streams and breathtaking, panoramic views from Sunrise Mountain await you in Stokes State Forest. People outside of New Jersey rarely think of these amazing spots when the Garden State comes to mind, but if you get the chance to go you should take it. Even with a low of 27 degrees Mike and some friends from work spent the night in Stokes State Forest and obviously took the time to record an episode! This was an idea put together by Trevor in the Greetings From the Garden State Facebook group and it was great to enjoy New Jersey with our listeners.

Segment 1
Trevor Patterson is a commercial real estate broker by day but one of his passions is camping, particularly in harsher elements, cold-weather camping for about 20 years. Trevor gives some great tips on how to stay warm and pass rule number 1: Don't die! We also discuss using a tent or just a tarp. Trevor shares a lot of his experiences and his adventures in other New Jersey State parks!

Today in New Jersey History: Madison, NJ was incorporated in 1889.

Segment 2
Dan Grant joins Mike and Trevor in this segment to discuss going out with Trevor the first time, what his experiences have been and what he enjoys the most about camping, particularly cold-weather camping. Also how his approach has changed and how he has gotten himself better prepared each time out. 

New Jersey Fun Fact: Salt water taffy can trace its origins to Atlantic City 1883.

Segment 3
Joe Beyroutey actually spent two nights out with Trevor on this trip. The night before was actually Joe's first time out so Mike had a lot of questions for him since this night was his first time out. Joe called this a "perspective enhancing trip." 

Segment 4
In our last segment Brent Kozlowski joins us to discuss his experiences camping with Trevor in the past. Even though Brent lives in the forest, he does love coming out with his friends to disconnect with them. Eventually Dan jumps back on because we wanted to give Trevor, Dan, and Brent an opportunity to talk with each other about their experiences together, going from a business relationship to a personal relationship, and how much Dan and Brent look up to Trevor. 

Want to learn more about Stokes: https://nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/stokesstateforest.html

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