So, in summation, you lost the battle only to skip the war?
Sorry to hear that your good deed didnt turn out as planned. I agree with Cape May, I'd rather watch grass grow. The only thing cool about that neck of the woods is the cement ship and the lighthouse/WWII turret thingys. Look at it this way, your next shore experience can only be better.
Next time your in the area and hungry, look no further than Somers Point.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/smittys-clam-bar-somers-point
The NE clam chowder is a taste of heaven.