Katonah, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
I decided to take a walk and enjoy the Lasdon Park and Arboretum one mild summer day. I didn’t need to think twice about whether it was worth a ...
Croton-On-Hudson, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
The gated Senasqua Park located near Croton Landing Park is a great place to visit in addition to Croton Landing Park or while other family ...
Monsey, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Willow Tree Park, with its path circling the Bockar Lake, is a popular park where locals like to walk or bike. Many people use this park as a ...
West Nyack, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
The more than 70 acre Germonds Park in West Nyack is a great all around park. There is a playground with a separate section for toddlers, ...
Monticello, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
We stopped at De Hoyos Memorial Park, a haven tucked between residential streets, before leaving the Catskills. We were looking for a park that ...
West Nyack, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
By Sarah Einhorn | September 24, 2021 | Haverstraw and Piermont, NY, Monsey, NY, New City, NY, Nyack, NY, Outdoor Activities, Sports I was surprised to find that Germonds Park has a mini golf course. At first glance, the course doesn’t look very impressive, but once you start ...
Delaware Township, PA" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
We were lucky that the maps we used sent us to the parking area for Dingmans Creek Trail instead of to the Visitor’s Center. The Visitor’s ...
Queens, NY" width="333" height="250" data-ratio="0.75075075075075"/>
Whenever I drive on the Cross Island Parkway I can't help but admire the view of the Little Neck Bay. I always look on enviously as people bike, ...
Ramsey, NJ" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Finch Park has a nice big playground with one large play structure, a few additional smaller ones and an impressive amount of swings. One of the ...
Howell Township, NJ" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
As we were driving down the road in Howell, NJ I noticed a pretty lake on the side of the road and then I saw the sign with the name Echo Lake ...
New Windsor, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Whenever I drove on the I 287 North I would notice a beautiful lake and a small playground on the right side of the highway in the Suffern, NY ...
West Nyack, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
We had so much fun at Nickel-O Farms. The place is pulsing with life. We visited the petting zoo one afternoon. The petting zoo includes a bunny ...
Pleasantville, NY" width="333" height="250" data-ratio="0.75075075075075"/>
I was pleasantly surprised to see how well taken care of and maintained The Rockefeller State Park Preserve is. After entering the 1,400 acre ...
Suffern, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Whenever I drove on the I 287 North I would notice a beautiful lake and a small playground on the right side of the highway in the Suffern, NY ...
Berlin, MD" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Assateague Island was the place I was most excited to visit during our visit to Ocean City, MD. Assateague Island is 37 miles long and is just ...
Highland Falls, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Mine Dock Park is the place to go if you are either a train- or nature-enthusiast. There is definitely beautiful nature and scenery with views ...
Govenor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, Tarrytown, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
By Sarah Einhorn | October 17, 2020 | Haverstraw and Piermont, NY, Monsey, NY, New City, NY, Nyack, NY, Outdoor Activities, Sports, Westchester County, NY When I heard about Sleek eBikes rental at the new Gov Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, I knew that is what I’d like to do outdoors during a beautiful day ...
Cold Spring, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
I was so excited to discover Little Stony Point Hike and beach area in Cold Spring, NY. The hike is a short loop hike which was perfect for us ...
Lakewood, NJ" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
The Traveling Tykes Paddle Boat Rentals at Lake Carasaljo are down by the dock near the playground. They have a few different options for paddle ...
Chestnut Ridge, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Children’s Park is a great local park in Chestnut Ridge, NY. It is appropriate for all ages and has a playground, ball field, tennis courts, ...
Congers, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
By Sarah Einhorn | September 29, 2020 | Free Trips, Haverstraw and Piermont, NY, Monsey, NY, New City, NY, Nyack, NY, Outdoor Activities, Parks The 60 acre Kings Park is just a couple of minute drive from the large Congers Lake. Although King’s Park also has water in the form of two ...
Hancock, MA" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Jiminy Peaks Resort Mountain has excellent overnight accommodations and also offers many exciting activities for all ages. These activities are ...
Leonia, NJ" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Overpeck Park is the perfect destination for both old and young. The park features walking paths, kayak and canoe rentals, and a most enjoyable, ...
Cortlandt and Peekskill, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Our local Walmart was out of something I wanted and getting it shipped would take too long. I opted to drive to Mohegan Lake, NY near Peekskill ...
Croton-On-Hudson, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
We headed to Croton Gorge on a warm spring Sunday afternoon. Problem: So did many other people. We took a walk atop the bridge but did not go to ...
Croton-On-Hudson, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
I’m on a constant lookout for quiet yet pretty outdoor spots that are not overcrowded in which I can breathe fresh air and enjoy nature during ...
Croton-On-Hudson, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Croton Dam is the highlight of the 97 acre Croton Gorge Park. The park has many hiking paths as well as a bridge over the impressive dam. There ...
Minnewaska State Park
Cragsmoor, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
There’s not much to do during the Covid 19 Pandemic other than hikes and walks in places which boast enough space for social distancing. I was ...
Nyack, NY and Tarrytown, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
By Sarah Einhorn | April 18, 2020 | Free Trips, Haverstraw and Piermont, NY, Monsey, NY, New City, NY, Nyack, NY, Outdoor Activities, Westchester County, NY The Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge is masterfully designed. We loved checking on the progress of the new bridge which replaced the Tappan Zee ...
Bear Mountain, NY" width="400" height="250" data-ratio="0.625"/>
Seven Lakes Drive is a beautiful scenic area within Harriman State Park with serene lakes sprinkled throughout. The streets often go right ...