Long Beach Island summer

PACKED: This week has seen more humanity enjoying LBI than most can remember. (Photo by Jon Coen)

Not everyone would’ve considered that an ideal 4th of July weekend. Moderate rain, some chilly temps and more than a little wind do not make for endless beach time, perfect boating days or great Instagramming. We can certainly agree, however, that it was better than the Great Memorial Mess of 2021.

We did manage some glass on the bay, a few hours of uninterrupted sunshine and more people on the beach than the population of Wyoming.