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That’s Snow Business

“The ski area... off Weldon Road, near Milton, was a very popular place during the winter. Not only residents in the area enjoyed the thrilling sport, but people …

Lake Hopatcong’s Ice Age

Though it is hard to imagine today, ice was once big business at Lake Hopatcong. The ice industry employed hundreds of workers each winter, and trains carried many tons of…

Vintage Skate Sailing Booklet

Own a piece of the past! This 1957 publication by R.C. Jefferson covers all the basics of this high-energy winter sport once very popular on Lake Hopatcong. Softcover, 36-page, 4.5"…

The Most Versatile Man in America, Hudson Maxim

Called by Thomas Edison “the most versatile man in America,” Hudson Maxim was an inventor, scientist, author and explosives expert. He was first drawn to Lake Hopatcong at the…

Greetings from Bertrand Island

Of all the attractions and amusements that have existed at Lake Hopatcong, none was more beloved than Bertrand Island Park. Following the 47 minute narrated documentary, authors of the video's…

Lake Hopatcong Decal

DisGlossy weatherproof Euro-style oval decal will stick to any smooth surface. 6" x 4".

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The Lake’s Famous Coaster

There was probably no ride more associated with Bertrand Island Park than its roller coaster and it was this ride that put Bertrand Island on the map as an amusement…