The Truth About Weequahic Park

Come on, follow me! We're going to check out a place I've lived near for so many years but never visited. Newark's Weequahic Park is a beautiful place with an 80-acre lake and a 2.5-mile loop. Despite its sometimes negative reputation, it's a wonderful spot! We met some amazing people, including Vegeta, a calisthenics expert, and Day, who showed us incredible fitness routines. Henry, our dog, was panting but enjoyed the walk. The park has numerous workout stations, stunning views and lots of wildlife, including ducks and turtles. Join us on this adventure and discover the hidden beauty of Weequahic Park.

[@theshedMTB]

You’re like an ambassador for North Jersey!

[@OutDehFamily]

Ha, I'm dug in , there's lots of nature up here if we look for it

[@prestonrenify]

You pronounced the park's name as the locals do, but it's also good to be aware of it's correct pronunciation. Awesome park. I used to sometimes stargaze on blankets at night. Kudos to you.

[@thesecretshade]

18:00 i immediately thought i know that view. I drive by so many times on the highway at that same spot 😊

[@OutDehFamily]

@@thesecretshade ha, yeah I used to look at it for years . Have you been there ?

[@murzua5]

Check out Branch Brook Park one day also a very pretty park. Especially in the spring during the cherry blossom festival in the spring.

[@OutDehFamily]

hi there, thanks for the great idea, another place I should have already been to, i heard the cherry blossoms are amazing

[@ROCKGY1]

I live not far from there. I never went fishing in that lake. I like to give it a shot. I hear there’s some big carp in there. Love your videos you have a nice family. You’re a good father too.

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi there ! Yes check out and let me know . Thanks for the great comment and kind words

[@jesusalberto3145]

This is one of new favorite channels on KZbin now. I hope to see you some time by Elizabeth port,lol.

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi Jesus, glad that you found the channel! If you see me around, please say hello. Thanks for checking us out

[@Blazilla81]

1000% my new favorite channel. While i have a canoe, i think you have inspired me. Kayak purchase is imminent. Was wondering if you have ya ever done the Raritan? I found the channel today, and am burning through the back catalog as I've lived around this area my entire life. Cool to see all these places I've been driving past for so many years. Cheers man, maybe see ya out on the water some day.

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi Blazilla, great to hear! yes, have done the raritan, its beautiful. Don;t put it off, get on outdeh on the water. IF you see me definitely say hi. Thanks for the kind words

[@frugalliving73]

Might be a good place to do your kayak. Nice video.

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi FrugalLiving, I might have to do it just to get it off the bucket list. looks like it would be great in the late summer. hope you are well.

[@178fireman]

I absolutely love running the trail in this park. It is one of the longest rubber tracks in the world. It's absolutely a hidden gem. It's a great run.

[@OutDehFamily]

Yes, i was impressed, and looks like more enhancements are being made. thanks for coming by and the comment

[@Alejandro-xz9kd]

dope video! i went through a stroll through yanticaw park in nutley bc of the weather we’ve had recently

[@OutDehFamily]

I have to check out that park, thanks for kind words

[@kenhynes7110]

Hey buddy. Glad to see you there. I grew up in that park. Never saw anyone kayak there. Would love to see you kayak there. Are you doing the delaware watergap run again?

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi Ken, hope you are well. Weequahic is a cool spot. not sure about the watergap, but hopefully will get out there this summer. send me an email with your info. Enjoy!

[@amybeck9161]

I think every Video just keeps getting better and better . I loved seeing your Awesome wife in this one too . I definitely miss the Watchung Mnt.s where I grew up but love it down here in Topsail Beach N.C. I live my North & South roots . I can't wait to see y'alls new adventures & channel name. Love ❤ Light🙏an shine Bright 🌞 y'all 🇺🇸

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi Amy, I/we live seeing your encouraging comments. We’re not sure how long we’ll stay in NJ, but for now it’s our stomping ground. I have to check out topsail beach , sounds great. Thank you for kind wishes, all the best to you

[@jesusalberto3145]

You're kidding, he has a video hiking the Watchung Mountains? Another place my friends and I used to frequent back in the day.

[@user-ij9ks8po8e]

Good to see you and wife. Does she kayak?

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi there, thanks. The wife has been known to paddle a wee bit here and there . would you like to see her in a kayk video ?

[@user-ij9ks8po8e]

Good to see Henry!

[@OutDehFamily]

Ha, Henry was struggling towards the end of the walk. he loves being outdoors, he's a pack leader!

[@richardlord7775]

Great video. It's been way too hot to go out on my canoe, I work outside. The video you made about Asbury Park was great too.

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi Richard! yes, its been oppressively hot in NJ. Thank you for your positive comments, means alot . hope you can get on the canoe soon

[@jeffg9806]

Another great vid Mike!!

[@OutDehFamily]

I appreciate that Jeff! Thanks

[@charlestaylor2480]

I heard they used to dump body's in that lake

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi Charles, I heard there may or may not have been a serial killer that used the park to dispose of the victims. It was word of mouth , never knew if there was any truth to it

[@charlestaylor2480]

I'm originally from Newark New Jersey and that lake in that park has a very bad history with bodies being discovered in it bodies being sunken in it cars with bodies being sucked in it and a serial killer from the late 80s who was chopping up his victims and scattering him throughout the park that park has not been cleaned since it was built they never cleaned the lake once they used to have a decent carnival there are years ago but that's about it you should try Branch Brook Park next that's a really good spot

[@EZCheezyBeef]

Pretty sure my dog Pinky, rescued from a dog lady in Paterson, must be Henry's kin folk. They are dead ringers...

[@OutDehFamily]

Hi, well then Pinky must be an awesome pooch!. ❤ Henry came from a kill shelter in Vidalia "Sweet Onions" Georgia. arent they the best dogs?

[@theshedMTB]

Used to be your whole family I remember the bike trail video and then you did the vacation video. I don’t know, if you feel it’s best to change the name I get it, but I kinda like the name the way it is!

[@OutDehFamily]

You know , I happen to get randomly selected to have my KZbin channel audited by a significantly bigger channel/Nick Nimmin. He pointed out that the channel should have the family in it , if its a family channel. It may be confusing to new viewers. Thank for the feedback , and support

[@pchris3437]

How come they repaved the Red walkway to a Muddy Brown. I've Always said they should've paved it in Yellow. "Follow the Yellow Brick Road". From the Wizard of Oz.

[@OutDehFamily]

Ha, I guess the muddy brown is easier to keep looking clean. Like when you wear a colored Hawaiian shirt, no one can tell it has ketchup on it 🤣 . Goodbye Yellow Brick road

[@jscott4613]

Great park but stay out at night...like most big city parks

[@OutDehFamily]

great advice, I think of the song by whodini, and remember , yeah skip the parks at night. thanks for the heads up

[@jscott4613]

@@OutDehFamily lol yes

[@theshedMTB]

I think that car interview was a set up. She looks familiar!

[@OutDehFamily]

Heh heh, you think ? 😉