When traversing any given street on Long Beach Island, a familiar sight often pops up in every few front yards. Colorful wooden signs point in all directions, from Barnegat Light to Holgate; from New York City to the Bahamas; from Rutgers University to universities around the world.
These directional yard signs not only bring color and interest into a yard, but also show personality. Their customizable nature allows for every type of person to make a statement about themselves, or put their interests on display.
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