Arline Zatz

Arline Zatz

N.J. Division of Consumer Affairs

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Writer/Author/Photographer at A-Z Publications

  • Education

    • Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick

      1975 - 1977
      Bachelor’s Degree Journalism & Communications A

      I studied very hard and sometimes met fellow students at The Pub.

    • City College of New York -Baruch College

      1955 - 1957
      Bachelor of Science at Rutgers University Journalism, Communications & Related Programs A

      Activities and Societies: I worked part-time when I went to City College of New York and didn't have time for any social activities. However, I became a member of a sorority in my second year. I studied to become a teacher of commercial subjects - but then, years later, transferred to Rutgers, the State University where I became a Journalism and Communications major.

    • Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick

      1975 - 1977
      Bachelor's Degree Journalism & Communications A

      Studied for a B.A. degree in Journalism and Communications

  • Experience

    • N.J. State Consumer Protection

      Jan 1975 - Jan 1977
      N.J. Division of Consumer Affairs

      Served as Assistant to the Director (Millicent Fenwick). Helped consumers solve problems they had with building contractors, purchases and repairs

    • A-Z Publications

      Jun 1981 - now

      I have written thousands of features about outdoor activities - bicycling, hiking, gardens, shooting, kayaking, family fun and more - plus have authored several award-winning guidebooks, namely Best Hikes With Children in New Jersey (The Mountaineers Books); New Jersey's Great Gardens & Arboretums (WW Norton); 30 Bicycle Tours in New Jersey (Backcountry); Horsing Around in New Jersey: The Horse Lover's Guide to Everything Equine (Rutgers Un. Pres); New Jersey's Special Places (WW Norton), My photography has appeared in numerous magazines, newspapers and books. I also review books, write about health issues, and write histories about businesses.I can be reached at [email protected] or web site http://www.funtravels.com Show less Skills and Expertise includes Travel Writing, Book Reviews, Shooting Sports, Happenings in the U.S. & Around the World at website http://www.funtravels.com. Also Copy Editing, Freelance Writing for Magazines and Newspapers. Author of several books including: Best Hikes With Children in New Jersey (The Mountaineers); New Jersey's Great Gardens & Arboretums (WW Norton); 30 Bicycle Rides in New Jersey (Countryman); Horsing Around in New Jersey (Rutgers University Press); New Jersey's Special Places (Countryman Press). Show less I write travel features, book reviews, shooting sports, fishing, kayaking, hunting, archery, camping and more plus health articles, etc. My books include Best Hikes With Children in New Jersey (the Mountaineers Books); Horsing Around in New Jersey: the Horse Lover's Guide to Everything Equine (Rutgers University Press); New Jersey's Special Places (WW Norton); 30 Bicycle Tours in New Jersey (Backcountry Publications); New Jersey's Glorious Gardens & Arboretums (WW Norton). My photography appears in numerous magazines and newspapers. Show less

      • Writer/Author/Photographer

        Jun 1977 - now
      • Writer/Author/Photographer

        Jan 1977 - now
      • Independent Writer/Author/Photographer Professional

        Jan 1977 - now
      • Writer/Author/Photographer

        Jan 1977 - now
      • Writer/Author/Photographer

        Jan 1977 - now
      • Author/Photographer

        Jun 1981 - Jan 2011
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified 4-H Tree Stewart, Certified Shotgun Instructor

      Certified 4-H Tree Stewart in 2005 from Union County, NJ; Certified Shotgun Instructor in 2000 authorized by NRA
      Jan 2000
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Arline Zatz
      3rd Place Winner: Outdoor Writers Assoc. Of America Outdoor Skills Contest; Mountain Woman "On-Line Writer Award; East West News Bureau "Writer Award"; Pennsylvania "Travel Writer of the Year" Award; N.J. Press Women Award for Best Non-Fiction Book, Etc. -
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Hunter Eduction Instructor

      Issued by New Jersey's Division of Fish & Wildlife on Jun 1995
      New Jersey's Division of Fish & WildlifeAssociated with Arline Zatz