August 02, 2006 (rt23 news) - (06/47) TRENTON - Governor Jon S. Corzine today announced that due to extreme temperatures, he is waiving admission fees Thursday, August 3 at 13 of the state’s swimming areas. The action is intended to help New Jerseyans cope with the excessive heat and reduce energy consumption.

"As temperatures continue to stay high it’s important that our residents find ways to cool down," said New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine. "We want to help people take a break from the heat so we are waiving admission fees at all open state swimming areas on Thursday."

"Extreme heat can be very dangerous causing heat stroke and other heat related illnesses," said Commissioner Jackson. "We appreciate Governor Corzine’s concern and his decision to make these swimming areas accessible to the public during this heat wave."

The following is a list of open state swimming areas that will offer free admission on Thursday.

Atsion Recreation Area, Wharton State Forest, Shamong (609) 268-0444
Belleplain State Forest, Woodbine (609) 861-2404
Cheesequake State Park, Matawan (732) 566-2161
High Point State Park, Sussex (973) 875-4800
Hopatcong State Park, Landing (973) 398-7010
Island Beach State Park, Seaside Park (732) 793-0506
Parvin State Park, Pittsgrove (856) 358-8616
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood (973) 962-7031
Round Valley Recreation Area, Lebanon (908) 236-6355
Spruce Run Recreation Area, Clinton (908) 638-8572
Stokes State Forest, Branchville (973) 948-3820
Swartswood State Park, Swartswood (973) 383-5230
Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt (973) 853-4462