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OUTDOOR
ADVENTURE FAMILY FUN and Wyoming County
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YOMING COUNTY IS HOME to Letchworth State Park, the “Grand Canyon of the East.” W
Connect with nature through unbelievable outdoor experiences and up-close encounters with interesting & exotic animals. There are trails to hike, waterways waiting to be rafted, and culinary stops brimming with authentic rural flavor. Family friendly experiences are plentiful, offering up entertaining activities for kids of all ages.
Ride back in time on a historic train line, watch movies at a real drive-in movie theater, or explore nature at the nation’s first Autism Nature Center. Wyoming
County is our home, your adventure!
AUTISM Explore the NATURE TRAIL
1& LETCHWORTH STATE PARK Letchworth State Park is home to The Autism Nature Trail (The ANT), a first-of-its-kind experience in nature designed for visitors with autism and other developmental differences. The ANT offers visitors a one-mile ADA-compliant hike through a stunning pine forest, including 8 stations with activities which support and encourage sensory perception and integration, while also providing enjoyment for persons of all abilities and ages. Visitors are welcome for self-guided hikes anytime the park is open, and programming with trained staff from Camp Puzzle Peace is also available at scheduled times.
At Letchworth State Park • Castile, NY • 585-201-8066 • autismnaturetrail.com
RIDE HISTORIC NEW YORK RAIL LINES
1* ARCADE & ATTICA RAILROAD
The Arcade & Attica Railroad is one of the few operational excursion trains in New York State. With roots dating back to the 1800’s, the A&A is a historic treasure. A popular attraction for thousands of tourists annually, young and old, the railroad provides a truly unique experience. Train rides last approximately two hours and include themed rides and stunning scenery! Back at the depot, explore the gift shop and historic museum to complete your historic trip back in time.
278 Main Street • Arcade, NY 14009 585-492-3100 • aarailroad.com
Go on Safari IN OUR BACKYARD
1( HIDDEN VALLEY
ANIMAL ADVENTURE
Experience over 300 exotic animals up close as you take a guided tour through the park. Visitors will be treated to an interactive and interpretive tour that includes the ability to feed animals like buffalo and elk. Your visit will be complemented by a beautiful timber frame lodge that includes a restaurant, gift shop and petting zoo. Some of the exotic animals on display include zebras, bison, wildebeest, camels, ostrich, llamas, emus, alpacas and more!
2887 Royce Road • Varysburg, NY 14167 585-535-4100 • hiddenvalleyadventure.com
TASTE CRAFT BEER & CIDER
2) WYOMING COUNTY CRAFT BEVERAGES
Wyoming County is home to several breweries and cideries. Whether you’re a fan of pale ales, porters, lagers stouts, wheat beers – or prefer a sweet or tart cider – there’s an array of locally handcrafted establishments here to please any palate. Have fun conversation, in a comfy atmosphere, with a unique drink in your hand.
GoWyCoCraftBrews.com
Discover
DINOSAURS, LIZARDS &More
2! PREHISTORIC WORLD ZOO Prehistoric World is one of New York’s only reptile zoo and dinosaur museums. Interact with animals and dinosaur themed activities, including turtles, lizards, geckos, snakes, tarantulas, and many more amazing creatures. The passionate staff will teach you how these animals live, and give you the opportunity to hold and feed them. You can even plan a special day surrounded by these fantastic creatures for you and the entire family!
14 Lake Street, Perry NY 14530 • 585-356-3312 prehistoricworld.org
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN NATURE
2# BEAVER MEADOW AUDUBON CENTER
This 384 acre nature preserve is one of the premiere nature centers in New York and includes access to over eight miles of guided trails for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. There is also a visitor center, indoor exhibits, gift shop, nature art exhibits, animal exhibits and wildlife observation windows. Beaver Meadow has a staff of naturalists that provide educational support and outreach programs. This is a perfect year-round destination for all ages!
1610 Welch Road • North Java, NY 14113 585-457-3228 • buffaloaudubon.org
RELAX AND FISH
AT BEAUTIFUL SILVER LAKE
2@ SILVER LAKE STATE PARK
This 836 acre year-round fishing destination is home to panfish, walleye, largemouth bass and more! During the winter, fish on the ice and participate in Silver Lake’s annual tournament. There is public boat access at Silver Lake State Park. Rent a lake house and enjoy a variety of the unique entertainment available, including the Silver Lake Institute (music, shows, etc.), Shake on the Lake (performed at the Perry Public Beach) and The Club on Silver Lake (18 hole public golf course).
4229 W. Lake Road, Castile, NY 14427 • 585-493-3600 https://parks.ny.gov/parks/silverlake
Get dinner and a movieat the
DRIVE-IN!
2$ CHARCOAL CORRAL & SILVER LAKE
TWIN DRIVE-IN
Eat, play mini golf, view a classic car show, play arcade games and catch a drive-in movie all on the same night! Home to one of the last remaining twin-screen drive-in theaters in the US, the Charcoal Corral plays first-run double feature movies all summer long. They also host classic cruise-in car nights, weekly live concerts, an arcade, and many kinds of dining experiences, from char-grilled favorites and pizza and wings to all-you-can-eat pasta nights and ice cream.
