Jamie Stimpson

If you are looking for something to do with the kids ,Durand Park in Freehold Township is a great way to spend an hour or two. In any season the trails are great to walk on . We often see wildlife including rabbits , shrews, deer, and birds. Some winters the lake freezes over enough to walk out on . In the spring there is a butterfly field on the far side of the lake to check out. My children love to go there and explore. We are fortunate enough to live within biking distance, but the park is convenient for all .Located between Rt. 537 and Rt, 79 in East Freehold it has plenty of parking as well as picnic tables by the butterfly field if you want to pack lunch.If you want to get away from it all in the middle of town , do not miss this!

I recently was able to check out the new wellness center attached to Centra State Hospital in Freehold Township.

My mother is a member and was given a two week pass that she let me use . I have to say--IT WAS REALLY AWESOME! I am not usually a fan of gyms, but this place had something for everyone. Treadmills and ellipticals as far as the eye could see (with T.V.s you could plug your own headphones into).

Tons of great classes , like boxing ,Pilate's,yoga,etc.etc.etc. The facilities were clean and well kept, plenty of space to move around,and some really nice people.

Plus it did not feel like a fashion show or the I am hotter than you game.--Although there were a lot of very hot people there (sweaty and otherwise)

They also seem to have a lot of knowledgeable people working ,as well as being genuinely nice. If you check it out I will not be there as my life is very full at the moment [I will continue to work out at home though] But when my dust settles I would love to go back.---anyway, I wanted to give anyone thinking about checking it out my opinion. Also the location is great for a lot of Monmouth County to get to as it is close to Route 9 and Route 33.

Hope that was helpful and no I do not have any affiliation with them. -----Oh I almost forgot to mention the pool!