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Face your fears and climb high among the trees at Barton Orchards’ Treetop Adventures! The newly opened Treetop Adventures is taking outdoor recreation to new heights. The park consists of 5 full-size courses that have been carefully designed to challenge people of different ages and skill levels. Treetop Adventures is open daily. Poughquag, NY.
Founded in 1977 by curator Martha Beck (1938–2014), the Drawing Center in Manhattan’s SoHo district explores the medium of drawing as primary, dynamic, and relevant to contemporary culture, the future of art, and creative thought. Educational programs combine tours of the exhibits with hands-on art activities. New York, NY.
Playland has over 50 major and Kiddyland rides and attractions. Built in 1928, this National Historic Landmark has been captivating people of all ages from the metropolitan area for over 90 years. Whether they come for thrill rides like the Double Shot and the Super Flight roller coaster, or to enjoy the classic rides like the famous Dragon Coaster and the Derby Racer, or the new Dragonator, a day at Playland is a sure-fire bet for a great day of fun. Rye, NY.
NYC Outward Bound Schools transforms schools and changes lives by bringing its educational approach to NYC’s young people and their public schools, with a focus on students from educationally underserved communities. NYC Outward Bound’s educational approach joins together demanding and engaging learning, community, and character in ways that lead to high achievement for all. Long Island City, NY.
With its 200-acre facility along with completely renovated facilities and sleeping accommodations, Iroquois Springs Camp & Retreat Center is an ideal facility for day or overnight trips. Amenities include meeting rooms, lighted tennis courts and sports fields, BB and volleyball courts, 2 heated Olympic pools, 9 art studios, a climbing wall with a ropes course, amphitheater, indoor gymnasiums, and more. Rock Hill, NY.
HARD TO DESCRIBE. EASY TO LOVE. Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter and surprises. Blue Man Group is perfect for groups of all ages, languages, and cultures. New York, NY.
What better way is there to celebrate a birthday or bond with your group than by blasting each other with lasers? At least, that’s the idea at Q-Zar, a laser-tag facility where guests can do just that. Whether it’s a group outing or a weekend activity with family, virtual gamers, can step into the 4,000-square-foot black lit battlefield, where just a laser shooter protects them against friends and foes. Carle Place, NY.
The Fort William Henry is a reconstruction of the original 1755 fortress that protected the British colonies to the south from French forces seeking to remove the British from North America. The Fort is built using the 1755 blueprint and sits on the original site. The buildings contain hundreds of artifacts found on site and nearby. Living history demonstrations include cannon and musket firing and interaction with the fort’s interpreters. Lake George, NY.
New York’s favorite restaurant is now New York’s favorite classroom. Groups will feel like chefs for a day as they step into a one-of-a-kind kitchen to learn the basics of food safety and restaurant operations. Applebee’s Kitchen Tours are designed to compliment NYS Learning Standards. Harrison, NY.
KZAM’s feature a soft play arena with blasters and a custom Gaga arena for all ages. Events begin in the Grand Play Arena, an enormous three-story structure filled with thousands of foam balls that move through tubes, shoot out of a volcano, and shoot through blasters. The arena is home to the largest collection of Ballocity equipment in the Northeast. Farmingdale, NY.
The Rock Club (TRC) features over 15,000 square feet of rock climbing terrain for all ages and abilities. Test your skills as you boulder, traverse, or auto-belay on the wall. The best part about climbing is that everyone succeeds—TRC instructors make sure of it! A trip to the Rock Club at Pine Brook Fitness is an experience to remember. New Rochelle, NY.
Lake George Expedition Park is home to Dino Roar Valley and Magic Forest. Explore an all-new attraction with life-sized dinosaurs positioned along a nature trail and enjoy a unique, whimsical collection of rides and attractions like the famous train, Paratrooper, Tilt-A-Whirl, and Scrambler. Lake George, NY.
FunPlex Fun Park is great fun for everyone with go karts, mini golf, birthday parties, rock climbing, ice cream, and more in East Greenbush, NY! FunPlex offers a wide variety of party package options, as well as group packages for school groups, day camps, and more. FunPlex’s season runs April through October. East Greenbush, NY.
The Shadow Box Theatre is an award-winning, interactive musical puppet theatre that uses shadow, 3D puppets, and live performers. The theater has served pre-school and elementary schools for 53 years. Performances take place at venues throughout New York City or at your organization and include shows such as Tobias Turkey, the African Drum, and the Earth and Me. New York, NY.
Camp Herrlich’s educational and recreational programs work toward developing ethnic harmony, environmental stewardship, community service, and personal growth in an atmosphere of acceptance and love. Patterson, NY.
Located 10 minutes west of Kennedy Airport, and 10 minutes east of the Verrazano Bridge, Jamaica Bay Riding Academy’s equestrian facility has served the east coast since 1972. Jamaica Bay offers horseback riding lessons, therapeutic riding, and beyond. Brooklyn, NY.
Groundwork Hudson Valley’s Science Barge is off the grid sustainable urban farm located on the Hudson River in the City of Yonkers. The Science Barge is a one-of-a-kind interactive field trip experience where visitors can learn about sustainable food production and climate resilience. Yonkers, NY.
Westchester Broadway Theatre provides groups with professional, live Broadway musicals, special entertainment events and fine dining in a comfortable, state-of-the-art facility. Westchester Broadway Theatre’s musicals feature a wide range of musical genres including rock-n-roll, disco, pop, and more. Group rates available. Elmsford, NY.
Wheel Fun Rentals likes to see kids active, laughing, and enjoying the outdoors! With a wide range of specialty bikes and traditional cycles to choose from, as well as customizable educational activities, you can plan a hit field trip that’s perfect for all ages and abilities. Wheel Fun Rentals has several locations across New York City. Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Flushing, NY.
