Nestled in New Jersey's Pine Barrens, the Great Egg Harbor National Scenic and Recreational River attracts boaters, birdwatchers, fishermen, bald eagles, striped bass, and tree frogs.

Pablo Hernando Cruz, 49, jumped into the Great Egg Harbor River in Weymouth Furnace County Park in Atlantic County on Wednesday afternoon after spotting the 12- and 8-year-old boys struggling in ...