Visiting the Powder Mills Fish Hatchery near Rochester
Powder Mills Park is a popular natural area located a few miles southeast of downtown Rochester and is home to several miles of hiking trails, a downhill ski area, and …
Kids
What It’s Like to Visit the Buffalo Museum of Science
There are many great museums in western New York, and one of my favorites is the Buffalo Museum of Science. The Buffalo Museum of Science is located in Martin Luther …
Family Fun at Explore & More: Buffalo’s Children’s Museum
There are many great things to do with kids in Buffalo, New York, but none are better than the Explore & More Children’s Museum. Explore & More Children’s Museum opened …
Visiting Zoo New York at Thompson Park in Watertown
New York is an amazingly diverse state in many respects, and that is certainly true among its wildlife. From the area’s pre-European history through to the present day, many beautiful …
Exploring a Menagerie of Wildlife at the Animal Adventure Park Near Binghamton
First opened to the public in 2013, Animal Adventure Park near Binghamton is one of the newest zoos in New York. However, after capturing the attention of the world with …
The Strong Museum of Play in Rochester: The Perfect Destination for Kids in New York
During my travels, I’ve had the chance to visit many destinations for kids in New York. However, I don’t know if I’ve ever visited somewhere so perfect for children (or …
Visiting the Seneca Park Zoo in Rochester, NY
Located north of downtown Rochester, the Seneca Park Zoo is a great spot for animal lovers visiting the northern Finger Lakes. The zoo is located inside Seneca Park, a park …
Learning About Electricity at the Hawkins Point Visitors Center
The St. Lawrence Seaway is one of the most important shipping routes in the northern United States. In fact, it is estimated that up to 50 million tons of goods …
The Buffalo Zoo: Exploring the United State’s 3rd Oldest Zoo
Western New York is filled with many great attractions, but you might be surprised to learn that the Buffalo Zoo is one of the region’s most visited attractions and is …
Summer Fun at Seabreeze Amusement Park Near Rochester
Located approximately 15 minutes north of downtown Rochester along the shores of Lake Ontario is Seabreeze Amusement Park, one of my favorite spots to visit near the city. Seabreeze Amusement …