When we were kids we used to love to go to Cape May in 1970. The beach was called cape May diamonds. We found a little trinkets but some people did find real diamonds. we used to stay in the summer at Wildwood Crest .it's been a long time since I've been there ,do I miss it. I can't remember the name but people would go looking for pearls there's so much history Wildwood Wildwood Crest Cape May and Wildwood.
Spent many happy hours on the "Jack Rabbit" and the PTC carousel. I remember the man with the withered arm who ran the carousel and the "brakemen" on the Jack Rabbit, Yes, they had men on the brake levers, before they modified it with air pressure. Brings back wonderful family memories. Thanks for the vid.
My family had a summer home in the Villas for years. We went to the beach in Cape May, but our nights were spent in Wildwood. So many happy memories. Hunts pier was really something special - unique, one-of-a-kind rides and experiences that came pretty close to a disney-level at the time. The Jungle boat cruise, whacky shack, Golden Nugget and Pirate Ship were incredible. Morey's piers were thrilling and had really great rides for the day. I never realized just how old the Jack Rabbit coaster actually was until seeing this video. Wish that some of these things had been preserved like the motels, but it's still good to know that some of the things from those days have survived and are still thriving. Thanks for the vid and the memories.
Went in the late 60's -early 70's with my parents...vacationed with our children in the early 90's ...never knew of it's rich history. (rock and roll as wel)...one of the many jewels of the Jersey shore...😊❤️
In the write-up, you state that 'Wildwood', was established first, but, 'Holly Beach' was actually the first, to be incorporated. The name change to 'Wildwood', took place in 1912. You also said that, The 'Crest Pier' was built in 1905. That may be true, but the 'Jackrabbbit' Rollor Coaster, was on the old 'Marine West Pier' (Cedar-Skellinger Aves), built approximately, 1919ish. The Crest Pier (in Wildwood Crest. Crocus and Atlantic) was a huge wooden dancehall, used as a basketball court, and other summer events. Later on, another annex was built, where a permanent basketball court, was built. Adventure Pier used to be named 'Fun Pier', 'till the '80's. Mariner's Landing was called 'Marine Pier', also 'till the '80's. During the documentary, you pronounced Creese, as 'Cress'. It has a long ē, at the end. And that the borough of Wildwood, was incorporated in 1895, when it was Holly Beach. Wildwood was never a borough, as it's a 'city'. You left out Juniper Ave, and most importantly, Holly Beachs' 1st. street, to be made; 'Cedar' (I believe).
Thanks, I did look into your post. You are correct in that the "e" in Cresse is not silent and I could have mentioned the other streets that were named after native trees of the island. I do mention that Holly Beach was the first to be established but fail to mention that it was the first to be incorporated. Perhaps, you overlooked that I do mention Mariner's Landing originally being Marine Pier. Thanks for pointing out that Crest Pier was also used for basketball.
@historyofthejerseyshore another funny thing is that I worked in that bar for about 4 years and in one of the back rooms you the old fire pole was one of the supports
Absolutely enjoy watching your youtubes. Brought back so many wonderful memories of Wildwood. I grew up at 310 East Baker Ave. Thank you for your interest in the Jersey Shore and sharing the history and memories.
Wow! You grew up right in the heart of Wildwood! That must have been fun. Thank for watching the videos, Priscilla! It's fun to hear that you enjoy them. 😊
Spent all our summers down the shore. My grandparents rented a house usually Margate, Atlantic City or Wildwood. We lived in Watsontown. Great Memories.
The sands down at that part of the shore (especially around Wildwood) have really shifted over the years. I like that myself! But I don't live there. 🙂
Sometimes we cut school and drove down for the days. As we got older, we drove there to the bars. When my kids were little, sometimes they missed school and we spent the day on the beach. Loved the action on the Boardwalk.
Mariner’s was originally Marine Pier. Wild Wheels was Fun Pier. Marine Pier had a devastating fire in the mid 70s. Morey’s bought it then. Fun Pier existed until 1984, when they had 2 fires. Morey’s then bought that pier and named it Wild Wheels. It became Adventure Pier later.
Love the video been going since I was born in 1967. Grandpop had a place right over the old wooden bridge. Love going on the go carts as we left and getting Dairy Queen which is still there. Thanks again for making and posting! Bob
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