Everything You Need to Know Before Hitting Barefoot Country Music Fest

Issue #368

June 19, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather 

🎵 Everything You Need to Know Before Hitting Barefoot Country Music Fest

🦆 Cape May Point Offers Nature, History, and Heart at the Jersey Shore

 🚗 Free Parking and Warnings: What to Know Before You Park at the Jersey Shore

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Everything You Need to Know Before Hitting Barefoot Country Music Fest 

  The Barefoot Country Music Festival returns to Wildwood Beach from June 19–22 for its 5th anniversary, featuring top artists like Jason Aldean and Lainey Wilson. The four-day event includes themed outfit days and live broadcasts from the boardwalk. Each day of the festival comes with a themed dress code to keep the fun going offstage. Thursday is “Rep Your State” day, followed by “Coastal Cowgirl” on Friday. Saturday brings patriotic flair with “Stars and Stripes” day, and Sunday rounds it out with “Camo Day.” As attendees prepare for the ultimate beach party, organizers have also shared a list of essential items to bring along to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience: Clear bags only – standard festival policy Sunscreen – to beat the heat during long sun-soaked day. Portable phone charger – for capturing all those memories  Empty refillable water bottles – hydration is key  Sunglasses and a hat – for sun protectio  Flip-flops or sandals – for trips to the restroom or walking on the boardwalk Bandana or face covering – useful in dusty, windy conditions Beach blanket – perfect for sitting or staying warm after sunset Rain poncho – because coastal weather can be unpredictable Credit/debit cards – as the festival is entirely cashless Photo ID – required for purchasing alcoholic beverages With an unforgettable lineup, themed outfits, and a beachside setting, the Barefoot Country Music Festival is set to deliver its biggest celebration yet.

 

Cape May Point Offers Nature, History, and Heart at the Jersey Shore

 Tucked away at the southernmost tip of New Jersey, Cape May Point is often overshadowed by its more widely known neighbor, Cape May. But for those who know where to look, Cape May Point offers an extraordinary blend of natural beauty, history, and heartfelt charm that sets it apart from any other beach town in the state. Standing tall in Cape May Point State Park, the Cape May Lighthouse has welcomed over 2.5 million visitors since opening to the public in 1988. Climbing its 199 steps rewards visitors with panoramic views of the meeting waters, forested trails, and the quaint town below. Informative panels along the way share the lives of past lighthouse keepers and the area’s maritime history. Cape May Point State Park offers more than just a climb. Spanning 244 acres, the park features sandy beaches, wetlands, and trails, and is also home to a World War II-era concrete bunker built as part of coastal defenses. Erosion has brought the structure to the beach’s edge, a reminder of how time reshapes both land and memory. Cape May Point is renowned as a critical stopover for migratory birds, second only to Alaska’s Copper River Delta in significance. Each spring and fall, the skies fill with thousands of birds—raptors, owls, and shorebirds—many of them stopping to feed on the eggs of horseshoe crabs along the Delaware Bay. Monarch butterflies and dragonflies also make Cape May Point a vital waypoint on their long migratory journeys. Cape May Point isn’t just a destination—it’s a refuge. A place that offers sanctuary to migrating creatures and a peaceful retreat to those seeking nature over nightlife. It stands apart from the louder, flashier beach towns with its quiet dedication to conservation and community. And perhaps that’s why it’s earned a reputation not just for its beauty, but for its heart.

Free Parking and Warnings: What to Know Before You Park at the Jersey Shore

 Finding parking along the Jersey Shore in summer can be a real challenge, with beachgoers pouring into coastal towns in search of a prime spot. During peak season, it's not unusual for spots close to the boardwalks to fill up early, leaving visitors scrambling for alternatives. While free parking options do exist, visitors should be extra cautious when choosing where to leave their vehicle. Many Jersey Shore towns strictly enforce parking regulations during the summer months. Parking in restricted areas like permit-only zones or near tow-away signs can result in fines—or even having your car towed. But not all warnings are official. One North Wildwood resident has gone viral for a hand-made sign that’s as bizarre as it is practical. Every year, the homeowner places a sign reading “Warning: Poop Zone” in front of their property—not to claim a private parking spot, but as a heads-up for the less observant. The sign isn’t a joke. The area is a popular dog-walking route, and cars parked under a certain tree often end up with an unpleasant surprise left by local pests. Despite the warning, many visitors brush it off—only to return from the beach and find an unwelcome souvenir.

Which historic Cape May hotel, built in 1876, is known for being the oldest continuously operating hotel in the city?

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Answer to the June 18th Trivia Question

What major environmental event is Cape May known for that draws attention from naturalists each year?

A) Monarch butterfly migration
B) Sea turtle nesting
C) Grunion runs
D) Whale migrations

Answer: A) Monarch butterfly migration

Cape May is a significant stopover for monarch butterflies during their annual migration to Mexico in the fall. The area's geography funnels the butterflies into the southern tip of New Jersey, making it one of the best places to witness this natural phenomenon

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