13th Annual ALS Express Bike Ride Races to Morey's Piers to Raise Money for Research

Annual bike ride will end at Morey’s Piers in the Wildwoods, NJ Saturday, June 18

The Wildwoods, NJ – May 23, 2011 – Bike riders and fundraisers from throughout the region make their way back through the Wildwoods to Morey’s Piers on Saturday, June 18 during the 13th Annual ALS Express Bike Ride. The charitable event will raise money for the research of ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis – commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

The ALS Express is a non-competitive bike-a-thon perfect for people of all ages and riding abilities. The event’s routes include a 10-mile, 25-mile, 50-mile and 75-mile ride through southern New Jersey with each route starting at a location with all of the routes ending at Morey’s Piers in Wildwood, NJ.

As the “finish line” for all of the event’s bike routes, Morey’s Piers will give all registered riders two complimentary Amusement and Water Park passes. Morey’s will also host a private beach party at the Rendezvous Beach Pavilion on Mariner’s Landing Pier, located at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk.

Anyone interested in taking part in the Bike Ride must register by visiting www.als-express.org or by calling 215-643-5434. Registration fees are as follows: Adult rider registration - $135 between May 7-June 17 and $160 on June 18; youth rider registration for riders 13 years old and under - $100 between May 7-June 17, and $160 on June 18.

All funds raised by the 13th Annual ALS Express Bike Ride will support the research programs of the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the ALS Association, which funds more ALS-specific research than any other non-government organization.

For more information about the 13th Annual ALS Express Bike Ride, visit www.als-express.org.

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About Morey’s Piers

Morey’s Piers, located on the boardwalk in the Wildwoods, New Jersey is a classic seaside amusement park, family owned and operated since 1969. Voted the third best seaside amusement park in the world by Amusement Today, Morey’s Piers has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six beach blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks. Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart, Morey’s Piers along with Morey Resorts combines the pure joy of an amusement park, the sights and sounds of a classic boardwalk, outstanding accommodations, together with the rhythm of beach life. Visit them at Surfside Pier, featuring the Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier, featuring Raging Waters Waterpark at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609) 522-3900.

The Wildwoods Business Improvement District Revitalizing Downtown Wildwood

WILDWOOD – May 17, 2011 – A retail renaissance is taking shape in the Wildwoods’ Downtown shopping district; and the Wildwood Business Improvement District (WBID) is making it happen.

The WBID is responsible for Downtown Wildwoods’ cool new streetscape with loads of curb appeal – including new banners, curbs, neon signs, streetscapes, decorative lighting, additional street furnishings and eye-catching directional signs. Located from Cresse Avenue to 26th Street, Downtown Wildwood is comprised of 26 blocks of eateries, unique shops, bars, hotels/motels and fun things to do and see.

The WBID, formed in 2004, is comprised of businesses and professionals, who, together, enhance, showcase and share the Wildwood Business Improvement District. A non-profit corporation, the WBID oversees specific aspects of the district including: special events, entertainment, advertising and funding capital projects. This partnership and the community provide a forum for business owners to meet and collaborate.

The WBID is aggressively tackling their strategic plan, which focuses on ongoing beautification and revitalization of the downtown, as well as raising awareness of this unique sightseeing and shopping destination.

While in town, a ride on "Dolly the Trolley" is a “Must-Doo!” Dolly is exclusive to Downtown Wildwood as a fun and memorable way to see and shop the entire 2-square-mile district. Dolly runs from 5 p.m.-11 p.m. along Atlantic and Pacific Avenues with clearly marked "Dolly" stops along her route, which extends the entire length of Wildwood from 26th Street to Cresse Avenues.

 The best part is that Dolly the Trolley is FREE…so hop on and tell friends back home that you toured the Downtown on Dolly the Trolley!

With all these efforts to revitalize the existing Downtown district and enhance awareness and foot traffic to its existing business owners, there has never been a better time to invest in a Downtown Wildwood business and/or open a new business; and the opportunities are presently at their peak. Leasing space is anticipated to sell out quickly, as Downtown Wildwood continues to grow as its own “must-doo” destination in the Wildwoods.

“Our mission statement is simple and clear,” said WBID Director Patrick Rosenello. “We will professionally manage the Downtown Wildwood district so that our Standards of Excellence are delivered effectively to our businesses and their customers, exceed their expectations, and provide and experience of enhanced value,” explained Rosenello.

The improvement strategy for Downtown Wildwood is envisioned through 2015 with a plan called the Wildwood Vision 2015. Via a close-working relationship with the City of Wildwood and other organizations, the plan focuses on eight areas of transformation in the town: Administration, Strategic Planning, Infrastructure Improvements, Design Enhancements, Marketing, Special Events and Business Support.

The Wildwood Vision 2015 has over 50 projects in place to assist in these areas. Some of these include a multi-modal transportation center; Convention Center Hotel development; a unique beach park; overflow beach parking; and, perhaps most significantly to Downtown Wildwood, a Boardwalk Gateway connecting Downtown Wildwood to the Boardwalk district.

These proposed plans are the immediate future of the Wildwoods, making way for growth and prosperity for the community and its businesses.

The WBID also works diligently to further promote the Wildwoods family resort destination by financially supporting some of the Wildwoods popular special events including the Baby Parade, the Seafood and Music Festival, Roar to the Shore, Restaurant Week and the Christmas Parade.

The WBID is readying a new website for the downtown district at www.dowildwood.com. This new site will provide a directory to Downtown Wildwood and its business and shops, photos and more. It will also allow visitors to preview all that the district and the WBID has to offer now and will offer in the future. The Downtown District can also be found on Facebook by searching for “Wildwood By the Sea.”

“We want everyone who comes to the Wildwoods to make Downtown Wildwood a traditional part of their experience here. We are an important thread in the fabric of this great destination, and we encourage all of those who come here to have fun in our great towns to “Doo Downtown Wildwood!” said Rosenello.

For more information about the Wildwoods Business Improvement District please visit www.dowildwood.com or call 609-523-1602.

Morey’s Piers Hosts Unique Scouting Adventures for 2011

Beach Jam and Beach Bop Bring Scouts to the Beach

The Wildwoods, NJ – May 13, 2011 – The Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America provide an educational program that builds character, confidence and teaches the responsibilities of citizenship. For seventeen years, Morey’s Piers has been proud to support the mission and goals of these organizations by providing them an extraordinary opportunity to participate in unique scouting adventures.

On May 20-22, Morey’s Piers will host their Spring Beach Jamfor Girl and Boy Scouts. Beach Jam allows scouts and their families to enjoy camping on the Wildwood beach along with live entertainment, a beach bonfire and the attractions on Morey’s Piers. This year, the events team has added a sand castle building contest to the fun roster.

On Saturday, June 4, Cub Scouts, Brownies, and Daisies are invited for Beach Bop, a one day event designed for the youngest scouts and their families. Participants receive a commemorative Beach Bop patch and, this year, troops will enjoy a live DJ dance partyin addition to the rides and attractions.

Girl Scouts of Southern and Central New Jersey are also coming back to Morey’s Piers for the third year on Sunday, June 12, to enjoy the rides and waterpark, a DJ Dance Party, patches and a beach BBQ.

“Scouts from all over the Northeast enjoy these events, which combine scout spirit and Boardwalk fun in a truly unique setting,” said Kristel Jenkins, Events and Entertainment Manager.

In the spirit of scouting, participants are asked to contribute non perishable food items to the United Way Food Bank to help support this worthwhile community service. Last year, scouts collected over 1 ton of food for the Food Bank. Drop off points will be located at the Schellenger and the Boardwalk under the orange tent and at Event Services located to the left of the Giant Wheel.

Morey’s Piers hosts several youth events in the Wildwoods during the spring and fall shoulder seasons including Beach Scouting, Beach Lacrosse, Beach Soccer, Dance Expo, A Closer Walk Christian Youth Event, and new this year, the Wild Half – a half marathon. Beyond event registration revenues, the Beach Scouting events generate an additional $1,000,000 into the surrounding business community.

For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or call 609-522-3900.

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About Morey’s Piers

Morey’s Piers, located on the boardwalk in the Wildwoods, New Jersey is a classic seaside amusement park, family owned and operated since 1969. Voted the third best seaside amusement park in the world by Amusement Today, Morey’s Piers has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six beach blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks. Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart, Morey’s Piers along with Morey Resorts combines the pure joy of an amusement park, the sights and sounds of a classic boardwalk, outstanding accommodations, together with the rhythm of beach life. Visit them at Surfside Pier, featuring the Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier, featuring Raging Waters Waterpark at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609) 522-3900.