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To help plan OCTOBER 2025 curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips & school assembly programs, these October themed celebrations might be helpful. MONTHLY: National Bullying Prevention Month; National Book Month; National Fire Prevention Month. WEEKLY: Oct 10-16: Earth Science Week; Oct. 3-9: National Newspaper Week. DAILY: Oct. 3: Butterfly and Hummingbird Day. Look at the Leaves Day. National Body Language Day. Oct. 4: National Diversity Day. Oct. 8: National Stop Bullying Day. National World Octopus Day. Oct. 11: World Migratory Bird Day. Oct 16: National Dictionary Day. National Get Smart About Credit Day. Oct. 20: National Day On Writing. Oct. 24: United Nations Day. CLICK on the ACTIVITY FILTER below for activity type of field trips to learn about. For those unable to travel to these locations, have the fun come to you. Check out the Outreach Field Trips & School Assembly Programs section.  

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Sweetbriar Nature Center

Sweetbriar Nature Center is on 54 acres of varied garden, woodland, field and wetland habitats on the Nissequogue River. The Center focus is on natural science education.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee, Title I, Financial Support GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp NEW YORK
Long Island
Smithtown
Suffolk County
TEL - 631-979-6344
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The National Women’s Hall of Fame

Celebrate female accomplishments and learn about some of the greatest women in our nation’s history at the National Women’s Hall of Fame.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Finger Lakes Region
Seneca Falls
TEL - 315-568-8060
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Theatre Three Productions

Theatre Three is a professional theatre offering Musical Productions, Children’s Theatre and Educational Touring Shows. This season highlights A Christmas Carol, Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz and Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family NEW YORK
Long Island
Port Jefferson
Suffolk County
OUTREACH
TEL - 631-928-1130
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Urban Air Lake Grove Adventure Park

Long Island’s best indoor adventure park, Urban Air Lake Grove Adventure Park has 50,000 sq. ft. of fun where kids can run, jump, climb and fly! Voted best birthday party for kids!

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Group Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family NEW YORK
Lake Grove
Long Island
Suffolk County
TEL - 631-861-4125
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Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site and Interpretive Center

Visit the birthplace of the great American poet Walt Whitman where groups will tour the poet’s home and visit the Interpretive Center where they can engage with Whitman’s poetry through various exhibits.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Long Island
Suffolk County
TEL - 631-427-5240
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What’s Out There

What’s Out There brings the Starlab Portable Planetarium to your location. View the nighttime sky and observe the stars, planets, the moon & other celestial objects. We adjust the program to your interest. Areas served: CT, DE, MD, NJ, NY.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Activities, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CONNECTICUT
NEW JERSEY
NEW YORK
OUTREACH
PENNSYLVANIA
VIRTUAL
TEL - 908-347-5185
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Wild Waters Outdoor Center

For over 35 years Wild Waters Outdoor Center has introduced thousands of adventurers to the excitement and fun of whitewater rafting! Let our experienced guides provide your group with a fun, safe, and educational experience that will create lasting memories.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Capitol District Region
Warrensburg
TEL - 800-867-2335
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Wildlife Conservation Society

Visit the world’s largest urban zoo, The Bronx Zoo, and see more than 600 species from around the globe! The Zoo is expanding its Total Experience attractions to give Zoo guests a fresh perspective on nature. In-Person and Virtual Zoo Field Trips.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Outreach. COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Bronx
Brooklyn
New York City
Queens
TEL - 800-433-4149
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WildPlay at Jones Beach

Wildplay Jones Beach is a thrilling aerial adventure park located at the historic Jones Beach. They offer a variety of exciting activities including ziplining, adventure courses, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Financial Support GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family NEW YORK
Long Island
Nassau County
Wantagh
TEL - 800-668-7771
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WildPlay at Thacher State Park

Wildplay at Thacher State Park is a thrilling aerial adventure park at the beautiful Thacher State Park. The Park offers a variety of exciting activities including ziplining and a multiple high ropes courses of vary difficulty and even a 40 ft freefall jump.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family NEW YORK
Capitol District Region
Voorheesville
TEL - 800-668-7771
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WildPlay’s Whirlpool Adventure Course

Discover WildPlay’s Whirlpool Adventure Park, where nature meets excitement. Experience breathtaking views, aerial challenges, and outdoor fun in one unforgettable Niagara destination for all ages.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CANADA
Niagara Falls Canada
NEW YORK
Niagara Falls - United States & Canada
TEL - 289-668-3383
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Woodside Orchards

At either of Woodside Orchards locations, groups can enjoy a field trip to pick their own apples during the fall. The orchard offers over 28 different varieties of apples.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Homeschool NEW YORK
Long Island
Suffolk County
TEL - (631) 722-5770
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FieldTripDirectory.com (formerly ClassTrips.com and CampDirectorsResources.com) offers field trip ideas for class trips, scout group trips, camp group field trips, and homeschool group field trips in New York—early childhood through college. Search for class trips in New York by by group type, cost, activity/curriculum type, grade level, distance, and venue name or keyword.

Day class trips are divided by curriculum and subject area:

  • ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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  • EARLY CHILDHOOD
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  • HISTORY/SOCIAL STUDIES
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  • LIFE SKILLS
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  • SCIENCE & NATURE
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  • RECREATION
    Find New York field trip ideas for adventure parks, ropes courses, ziplines, boat excursions, amusement parks, waterparks, kayaking, rafting, tubing, laser tag paintball, roller skating rinks, ice-skating rinks, mini-golf attractions, indoor amusement & recreation centers, and outdoor amusement & recreation centers.


Overnight field trips include trips to NYC, trips to Boston, trips to Philadelphia, trips to Washington, DC, trips to Chicago, trips to Atlanta, trips to Austin, and other historic cities throughout the US. Retreats are available for environmental education, team building, and recreation.

We created field trip lesson plans to help teachers, scout leaders, camp counselors, and homeschool parents provide an enriching experience for their groups. We know funds for class trips are limited, so we’ve included grants for field trips that cover admission, transportation, and more.

It’s important that students and youth explore new environments, learn about other cultures, and develop an understanding of inclusivity as part of the educational process. People learn in different ways—through hearing, seeing, touching, talking, or doing. Class trips can provide a multi-dimensional learning experience. FieldTripDirectory.com can help you find the right trip for your group. A world of experiences is just a click away at FieldTripDirectory.com.

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