Excursions Pesach 2021

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‫תפלת הדרך‬ ‫ ֶשּׁתֹולִ ֵיכנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום‬,‫בֹותינּו‬ ֵ ‫אֹלקי ֲא‬ ֵ ֵ‫ֹלקינּו ו‬ ֵ ‫יְ ִהי ָרצֹון ִמלְ ָפנֶ יָך ד' ֱא‬ ‫ וְ ַתּגִ ֵיענּו‬,‫ וְ ִת ְס ְמ ֵכנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום‬,‫וְ ַת ְצ ִע ֵידנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום וְ ַת ְד ִר ֵיכנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום‬ ‫ (אם דעתו לחזור מיד אומר וְ ַת ְחזִ ֵירנּו‬.‫שׁלֹום‬ ָ ְ‫לִ ְמחֹוז ֶח ְפ ֵצנּו לְ ַחּיִ ים ּולְ ִש ְׂמ ָחה ּול‬ ,‫אֹורב וְ לִ ְס ִטים וְ ַחּיֹות ָרעֹות ַּב ֶּד ֶרְך‬ ֵ ְ‫לְ ָשׁלֹום) וְ ַת ִּצילֵ נּו ִמ ַּכף ָּכל אֹויֵ ב ו‬ ‫ וְ ִת ְׁשלַ ח ְּב ָר ָכה‬,‫ִּומ ָּכל ִמינֵ י ֻּפ ְר ָענֻ ּיֹות ַה ִּמ ְת ַרּגְ ׁשֹות לָ בֹוא לָ עֹולָ ם‬ ‫ וְ ִת ְּתנֵ נּו לְ ֵחן ּולְ ֶח ֶסד ּולְ ַר ֲח ִמים ְּב ֵעינֶ יָך‬,‫וְ ַה ְצלָ ָחה ְּב ָכל ַמ ֲע ֵׂשי יָ ֵדינּו‬ ‫ׁשֹומ ַע ְּת ִפּלָ ה וְ ַת ֲחנּון‬ ֵ ‫ ִּכי ֵקל‬,‫ וְ ִת ְׁש ַמע קֹול ַּת ֲחנּונֵ נּו‬,‫ְּוב ֵעינֵ י ָכל ר ֵֹאינּו‬ :‫ׁשֹומ ַע ְּת ִפּלָ ה‬ ֵ '‫ ָּברּוְך ַא ָּתה ד‬.‫ַא ָּתה‬

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS Hatzoloh: Rockland County: (845) 425-1600; Brooklyn: (718) 387-1750 In case of emergency in a different locale, please call 911. For non-urgent situations,call your local branch for guidance.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Manny Weldler Park

Clark Recreation Center

148 W. Maple Avenue, Monsey, NY 10952

59 Campbell Avenue, Airmont, NY 10952

Shaded park with large playground, basketball and tennis court, and picnic tables

Large park with playground, sand area, tennis and handball courts, and bike trails Local

Free

Dawn to dusk

Eugene Levy Memorial Park

Local

Free

Children’s Park

920 Rte. 45, Pomona, NY 10970

11 Grotke Road, Spring Valley, NY 10977

Beautiful park with three playstations, pond, picnic tables and benches, shaded trails, and basketball court

Beautiful park with lush, grassy areas, novel play equipment, trails, pond, picnic tables and stargazing platform Local

Free

Dawn to dusk

Willow Tree Park

Local

Free

Dawn to dusk

Gregory R. Sikorsky Children’s Park

Willow Tree Road, Wesley Hills, NY 10952

35 Lime Kiln Road, Suffern, NY 10901

Sunny fenced-in playground with nearby jogging path around a pond with a water fountain

Massive willow trees cascading over beautiful lake with bike path around the lake Local

Dawn to dusk

Free

Dawn to dusk

Local

Free

Dawn to dusk

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Winter’s Park

Dutch Gardens

47 East Ramapo Avenue, Mahwah, NJ 07430

21 New Hempstead Road, New City, NY 10956

Historic garden with walking paths, gazebo, tea house behind Rocland County Courthouse

Newly renovated children’s park with playground, gazebo, pond, picnic tables and geese feeding 14 minutes

14 minutes

845-364-2670

Free /// 2 hour limit in parking area Sunrise to sunset

Free

Celery Farm Nature Preserve

Demarest Kill County Park

Franklin Turnpike, Allendale, NJ 07401 500 feet after Cottage Place at small parking lot

57 New Hempstead Road, New City, NY 10956

Untouched wetland, one-mile trail around lake, with meadow and small streams and sightings of birds, butterflies, fish and other animals 15 minutes

Free

Hiking trail, picnic area and benches around a pond 15 minutes

Finch Park

Dawn to dusk

High Tor State Park

194 Church Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446

415 S. Mountain Road, New City, NY 10956

Beautiful, sprawling park with sandbox, benches, picnic table, playground and medieval era-themed equipment 15 minutes

Free

Free

A moderate 45-minute climb with breathtaking 360-degree views.

Mountain can be climbed even when park is closed.

18 minutes

845-634-8074

Free Open Summer Only. Wednesday to Sunday: 8:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. (closed Monday and Tuesday)

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Lake Welch Beach

Ramapo Valley Reservation

800 Kanawauke Road, Stony Point, NY 10980

608 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430

Gorgeous half-mile man-made beach open for picnicking in the fall and winter 20 minutes

Reservation with hiking trails, pond, waterfall and breathtaking views 20 minutes

973-962-2240

201-327-3500

$10 parking, cash only

Free

Until April 23: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; from April 24: Open daily (Be advised that from Memorial Day weekend there’s swimming from 10:00 a.m.–5:45 p.m.)

30 minutes before sunrise until 30 min after sunset

Borough Park

Haverstraw Bay County Park

217 Pine Street, Waldwick, NJ 07463

21 Gagan Road, West Haverstraw, NY 10993

Park with special country charm, featuring playgrounds, bike path, picnic tables, a stream with ducks and lots of shade Free

Temporarily Closed

Park bordering the Hudson River with great playgrounds, grassy picnic areas with grilling, boardwalk and walking path 20 minutes

Buttermilk Falls County Park

Dawn to dusk

Ringwood Manor State Park

199 S. Greenbush Road, West Nyack, NY 10994

1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ 07456

Beautiful 4,400-acre park with trails, picnicking and streams. NJ Botanical Gardens and Shepherd Lake is part of the park but accessed via a different point.

Well-maintained trails with great views and waterfalls (weather permitting) cascading down the mountain 20 minutes

Free

845-364-2670

20 minutes

Free

Free

Dawn to dusk

8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

973-962-2240

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

State Line Lookout

Nyack Memorial Park

Closter, NJ, GPS: 40.988412, -73.908272

4 Depew Avenue, Nyack, NY 10960

Park with pier, playground, gazebo, splash pad and great river views

Lookout point right off the Palisades Parkway 23 minutes

Free

Around the clock

Seven Lakes Drive

23 minutes

Free

Dawn to dusk

Nyack Beach State Park

Seven Lakes Drive, Tomkins Cove, NY 10986

698 N. Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960

Hudson River park with small beach for children and long riverside trail with benches that leads to Rockland Lake Park

Scenic drive of almost 18 miles going through Harriman and Bear Mountain State Park 23 minutes

25 minutes

Free

$6 parking. Only upper parking lot is currently open, with pedestrian-only access to trailhead and facilities

All day

Dawn to dusk

Saddle River County Park

Bear Mountain State Park

Wild Duck Pond: 1133 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

3006 Seven Lakes Drive, Bear Mountain, NY 10911

Great hiking, climbing, picnicking and grilling destination with lake, zoo, museum, carousel and boating in warmer weather

Saddle River Area Bike Path stretching for nearly six miles along a linear park system.

25 minutes

845-358-1316

201-336-7275

25 minutes

845-786-2701

Free

$10 parking fee daily during summer and off-season weekends

Dawn to dusk

8:00 a.m.–sunset

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Rockland Lake State Park

Piermont Pier

299 Rockland Lake Road, Valley Cottage, NY 10989

Piermont, NY 10968 – From Paradise Ave. or Pier Ave., follow signs to the pier

Park with picnic tables, grilling, hiking trails, novel climbing equipment and a bike path around Rockland Lake 25 minutes $10 parking fee, seasonal

Pier with scenic views extending a mile into Hudson River that can be biked, walked or driven through

845-268-3020 Conger’s Bike Rental is 3 minutes from Rockland Lake

(11 minutes from Nyack Beach State Park)

Dawn to dusk

845-268-3315 107 Lake Rd, Congers, NY 10920

Perkins Memorial Tower Observatory Perkins Memorial Drive, Tomkins Cove, NY 10986

25 minutes

Free

Blauvelt State Park Blauvelt, NY 10913

Breathtaking scenic drive or hike up Bear Mountain with parking on summit and along the way, with breathtaking 360-degree views at the top 25 minutes

Undeveloped state park with hiking trails and WWIera tunnels, rifle range and ruins.

Access points detailed in Issue 103 of The Monsey View.

845-786-2701

Free Will be open April 1 to November 30, weather-permitting

Tallman Mountain State Park

25 minutes

Free

Dawn to dusk

Paterson Great Falls

Route 9W, Sparkill NY 10976

72 McBride Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07501

Magnificent falls with bridge and paths, and easy foot access close to the falls

Shaded park with trails, paths, picnic areas, tennis court and small playground 25 minutes

Dawn to dusk

845-359-0544

30 minutes

$6 parking starting Memorial Day; free off-season

Free

Dawn to dusk

Dawn to dusk

973-523-0370

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Scenic Hudson Riverwalk Park

Scenic Hudson Park

250 W. Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591

Irvington, NY 10533

Waterfront park with riverside esplanade and magnificent views, which can be reached via Tappan Zee Express 30 minutes

914-631-8347

Free

31 minutes

Kingsland Point Park and the Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse

Temporarily Closed

Ruach Hachaim Park

Tarrytown Light-Kingsland Point Path, Palmer Ave., Sleepy Hollow, NY; Accessible from the Palmer Avenue Bridge over the Metro-North tracks (at the very end of Palmer Avenue, where it meets Riverside Drive)

18-acre park on Hudson River shore with overlook areas of Tarrytown lighthouse 914-366-5109

$10 parking between Memorial Day and Labor Day; free rest of year 8:00 a.m. to dusk

Goosepond Mountain State Park 1198 New York 17M, Chester, NY 10918

111 Ivy Lane, Monroe, NY 10950 49 Larkin Drive, Monroe, NY 10950

Park featuring separate boys’ and girls’ sections with a variety of interesting equipment and activities 33 minutes

845-774-7275

Free Open Summer Only /// Sunday: 12:00–8 p.m.; Monday to Thursday: 3:00–8:00 p.m.; Friday: 10:00 a.m. until 2 hours before the zman

Ross Dock Picnic Area Fort Lee, NJ, GPS: 40.860425, -73.955772

Gorgeous scenic waterfront park with picnic tables, trails, playground and views of the Hudson and GWB

Undeveloped state park with woods, fields, trails and wetlands 34 minutes

914-591-7736

Free

Half-hour before sunrise to half-hour after sunset

32 minutes

Well-kept park with playgrounds and a walkway with amazing Hudson River views

845-786-2701

38 minutes

Free

Free

Dawn to dusk

Open all daylight hours

201-768-1360

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Overpeck County Park

Rockefeller State Park Preserve

50 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ 07605; Make a right at the first traffic circle, go past the wooden bridge and down the road until you hit a second traffic circle. On your right will be the parking lot.

Great park with fun equipment and jungle gyms, water views, walking paths, and boat rentals in warmer seasons 38 minutes

201-336-7275

125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY 10570

Scenic paths through wetlands, woodlands, meadows, fields, streams, rivers and lakes, and traversing bridges and carriage roads 39 minutes

914-631-1470

$6 parking from April through November

Free Dawn to dusk /// Note: Picnicking limited 7:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Teatown Lake Reservation

The Louis Engel Waterfront Park

1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining, NY 10562

160 Westerly Road, Ossining, NY 10562

Park with amazing Hudson River views, great to visit in conjunction with HaverstrawOssining Ferry

Tranquil nature reserve with a great lakeside loop with swinging bridge and interesting nature center 39 minutes

914-762-2912

40 minutes

Free; $5 parking

Free

Dawn to dusk; visitors’ center currently closed

Dawn to dusk

Croton Gorge Park/Croton Dam Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520

Central Park New York, NY

Breathtaking man-made falls with dramatic drop and spillway, with playground, picnicking and hiking 42 minutes

845-941-3189

914-827-9568

Sprawling 843-acre park with pedicabs, biking, boating, picnicking, zoo, carousel and lots of grass 43 minutes

212-310-6600

Free

Admission is free; recreation available for various prices

Dawn to dusk. Note: Park does not allow cars in once parking lot is full.

6:00 a.m.–1:00 a.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Pedicab Tours

Mianus River Gorge

411 W. 55th Street, New York, NY 10019

167 Mianus River Road, Bedford, NY 10506

Wellmaintained trails with beautiful views of river and Havemeyer Falls

Offering 1- to 3-hour pedicab tours through Central Park 44 minutes

917-405-1303

45 minutes

914-234-3455

Starts at $60 per adult; $50 per child. Reduced rates for advance reservations.

No fee, but visitors are encouraged to contribute

8:00 a.m.–sunset

Trails open April 1. 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Walkway Over the Hudson Highland Entrance:

334 Furman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

87 Havilland Road, Highland, NY 12528 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Poughkeepsie Entrance:

Beautiful park with novel play areas, sand areas, carousel, swings, slide mountain, marsh garden and more. Limited parking — best visited by public transportation.

52 minutes

718-222-9939

1.28-mile elevated pedestrian bridge over the Hudson River with 21-story elevator (elevator may close in extreme weather) 1 hour

845-454-9649

Free

Parking: $5 in paved lot in Poughkeepsie; free in gravel parking lot in Highland.

6:00 a.m.–1:00 a.m.

7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Elevator is currently closed. The walkway is accessible via flat, paved walking trails from both the Highland and Poughkeepsie entrances. No stairs required.

Leisure Ride Bike Rental

Ellenville Fault Ice Caves

266 Titusville Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

400 Sams Point Rd, Cragsmoor, NY 12420

Rent all types of bikes (surreys, tandem, elliptigo and more) for a ride on the scenic, peaceful Dutchess Rail Trail 1 hour and 7 minutes Basic rentals: $9/hour, $35/day 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

845-486-8125

Ice caves in Sam’s Point area of Minnewaska State Park 1 hour and 10 minutes

845-647-7989

$10 parking; caves are free Temporarily Closed

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PARKS AND SCENIC SPOTS

Minnewaska State Park

Bushkill Falls

5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, NY 12446

Lehman Township, PA 18627

Preserve with breathtaking views, trails, sky lakes and a lot of beauty to behold 1 hour 10 minutes

Colorcoded trails of different lengths amid waterfalls and beautiful scenes of nature 1 hour 30 minutes

845-255-0752

888-287-4545

Trails: Adults: $15; Seniors (62+): $14; Children (4–10): $9; ages 3 and under: free; weekend fees are higher.

Miniature golf, paddleboat and fishing rentals available at additional fee.

Free 9:00 a.m.–approximately dusk

10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Hunter Mountain

Mount Utsayantha Fire Tower

Main Street, Hunter, NY 12442

Tower Road, Stamford, NY 12167

Scenic chairlift to summit of mountain with spectacular views.

Zipline reservations: 518-2634388 1 hour 44 minutes

Set GPS to 34 Main Street (NY Route 23) in Stamford, NY. Make a right on Mountain Avenue. This road will become very steep. Continue until the dirt road on the left, Tower Road. If you want to hike up to the summit, park at the sign you see at the corner of Tower Road — or continue up Tower Road to reach the summit by car.

The summit of this 3,214-foot mountain with its restored fire tower (which can be climbed for spectacular views) can be reached by a one-mile gravel road either by car, or by hike.

518-263-4223 2 hours and 15 minutes

Varies Free They will announce at a later point whether they will be opening for the summer season.

Open around the clock

Niagara Falls American Side 332 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303

Scenic Niagara Falls attractions, among them Cave of the Winds, Maid of the Mist and evening fireworks.

Please see Issue #111 of The Monsey View for extensive coverage on Niagara Falls.

716-278-1796 6 hours 15 minutes Varies by attraction Varies by attraction

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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BOTANICAL GARDENS

New Jersey Botanical Gardens

Laurelwood Arboretum

Ringwood State Park, Morris Road, Ringwood NJ 07456

Wellmaintained Tudor revival manor home with a selection of formal and seasonal gardens 25 minutes

973-962-9534

Entrance is free; $5–7 parking on weekends in summer 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. daily; winter until 6:00 p.m.

725 Pines Lake Drive West, Wayne, NJ 07470

30-acre botanically diverse property with woodlands, gardens, ponds and streams 28 minutes

Free

973-831-5675

8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Untermyer Park And Gardens 945 N. Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701

Relaxing landscaped park on over 40 acres, centered on a walled Persian Garden, with gorgeous Hudson River views, trails and picnic spot 37 minutes

Free

914-613-4502

9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Wave Hill Public Gardens

New York Botanical Garden

4900 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471. Only off-site parking is currently available, with shuttle service to park

2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458

This stunning 28acre estate of public horticultural gardens is situation on slopes overlooking the Hudson River.

43 minutes

718-549-3200

250-acre verdant landscape with over a million plants, voted as one of the best botanical gardens in the U.S. 44 minutes

718-817-8700

Adult: $10; Senior/Student: $6; Child (6+): $4. $10 parking

Adults: $28, Seniors and Students: $25, Children (2-12): free. Discounts apply for NYC residents and members.

Advance Reservations Required /// Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; closed Monday; by reservation only

Longwood Gardens

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348

990 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

Vast collection of flower gardens, greenhouses and fountain shows 2 hours 34 minutes

610-388-1000

Premier public gardens spread over 52 acres 1 hour

718-623-7200

Adult: $25; Senior: $22; Youth (5-18): $13; Children under 5 free

Adult: $18; Student with ID: $12; Children are free

Advance Reservations Required /// 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; closed Tuesday; Open Thursday evenings until 10:00 p.m. between May 6 and Aug 31

Advance Reservations Required /// Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; closed Monday

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Please make every effort to make a kiddush Hashem and not to take advantage of establishments whose main profit is earned from their market. (And of course, only feed permitted food to the animals.)

FARMS AND ORCHARDS

The Orchards of Concklin

Harvest Moon Farm

2 S. Mountain Road, Pomona, NY 10970

138 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, NY 10560

Pick berries in June and July, peaches at the end of August, and apples in September.

Apple Picking in the Fall 12 minutes

845-354-0369

52 minutes

914-485-1210

$2 pole rental (and $5 deposit); minimum per person over the age of 3: $11 for a half-peck bag

$50 admits 4 people to the orchard; under 10 is free for 2 hours only

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Demarest Farms

Abma’s Farm

244 Wierimus Road, Hillsdale, NJ 07642

700 Lawlins Road, Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Well-manicured trees, spectacular views, wagon rides, petting zoo and corn maze. Pick peaches in July, apples and pumpkins in September.

21 minutes

201-666-0472

Advance Reservations Required /// $7 per person over age 2, (includes parking and activities); $12 per approximate 10-pound bag of apples

Wellmaintained farm with petting zoo, fresh produce and plants; food for the animals available for sale 23 minutes

201-891-0278

Barnyard: $3 per person over 2 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; closed on Sundays

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Lawrence Orchard And Farm 306 Frozen Ridge Road, Newburgh, NY 12550

845-562-4268 1 hour

Sprawling farm with spectacular views, play area, pickyour-own produce and apples, historical buildings, petting zoo, train ride, and hay bale maze

$5 admission per person ($2 credit toward fruit picking), plus picking containers 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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FARMS AND ORCHARDS

Muscoot Farm

Alstede Farms

51 Route 100, Katonah, NY 10536

1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930

Pick-yourown apples, pony rides, hayrides, sunflower maze, moon bounce in this vast farm with 250 types of produce

Great farm with over 50 animals, hiking trails, picnicking, and historical barns and buildings 41 minutes

914-864-7282

1 hour 4 mins

908-879-7189

Free

All-day activity pass: $19.99; Adults: $8.99

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Family Fun Farm

Kelder’s Farm

65 Friedman Road, Monticello, NY 12701

5755 US-209, Kerhonkson, NY 12446

Thrilling adventure farm for all ages offering petting zoo, bumper boats, laser tag, wagon rides, zip line, ball blaster, pony rides, parakeets, jumping pillow, and many more fun attractions 1 hour 10 minutes

347-480-FARM (3276)

Pickyour-own apples with jumping pillow, hay rides, corn maze, golf, playground and petting zoo 1 hour 15 minutes

$14–25, including general admission and/or bumper boats and laser tag

Pay per activity and per bag of apples

Summer: Sunday to Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Friday: 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Call for opening hours before heading out

Och’s Orchard

Stuart’s Farm

4 Ochs Lane, Warwick, NY 10990

62 Granite Springs Road, Granite Springs, NY 10527

Offers pick-yourown apples, tomatoes and veggies, and picnic area with sweeping views. Picking between June and November 47 minutes

845-626-7137

845-986-1591

Autumn apple and pumpkin picking and hayrides on weekends.

Flower and vegetable plants in the spring 47 minutes

Per bushel and rentals

Call for details

9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Call for opening hours

914-245-2784

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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HORSEBACK RIDING

Bronx Equestrian Center

Historic Horse and Carriage Ride

9 Shore Road, Bronx, NY 10464

Central Park

347-871-4499

Open-air ride through Central Park in a horse-drawn carriage Equestrian center offering relaxing trail rides, carriage rides and affordable pony rides 40 minutes

718-885-0551

Pony rides: $5 for 3 circles on pony, $10 for 3 circles on horse; Trail rides: $65 per person for 1 hour No reservations necessary. 9:00 a.m.–dusk; reservations are required for trail rides and carriage rides

Starts at $120 per carriage for 30-minute rides; tipping the driver is encouraged.

28 minutes Advance Reservations Recommended /// Monday to Friday: from 10:00 a.m.; Sunday: from 9:00 a.m.

Braden Brook Stables 19 Mountaindale Road, Greensfield Park, NY 12435

Riding stable in a central Catskills location offering affordable guided trail rides and pony rides on 25 acres. Ages 7 and up 1 hour and 13 minutes

845-647-7556

$50 per person for 1 hour

Advance Reservations Required /// 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Lancaster Buggy Rides There are several vendors along Old Philadelphia Pike in Pennsylvania, within minutes of each other.

Abe’s Buggy Rides: 2596 Old Philadelphia Pike (Bird in Hand) 717-392-1794

Lancaster PA Buggy Rides: 3027 Old Philadlphia Pike (Ronks) 717-278-0302

Aaron and Jessica: 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Ronks)

Amish Country tours aboard authentic horse and buggy

Beaverwood Farm

717-768-8828

AAA Buggy Rides: 3529 Old Philadelphia Pike (Intercourse) 717-989-2829

Jamaic Bay Riding Academy 7000 Shore Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11234 (right off Belt Parkway)

12 Topaz Lane, Swan Lake, NY 12783

Free-roaming farm animals with hands-on tour and horse rides 1 hour 16 minutes

$10 per person; includes free bag of food to feed the animals, unlimited stay

No reservations necessary /// Open Memorial Day through Labor Day, Sunday Family Day: 12:00–6:00 p.m.

845-295-0194

Kensington Stables 51 Caton Place, Brooklyn, NY 11218

1 hour and 20 minutes

Trail rides on horseback in Prospect Park. Reservations are required.

1 hour 17 minutes Temporarily Closed

$42 per hour per person; Children under 11: $62 718-972-4588

718-531-8949

Guided rides: $80 per person (ages 9+); pony rides: $25 per 5 laps (ages 7 and younger) 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Sunday from 9:00 a.m.; Tuesday and Thursday there are later hours (5:00–8:00 p.m.) by appointment only

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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INDOOR FUN

Turtleboo

Hobby House

175 East Central Avenue, Spring Valley, NY 10977

11 Main Street, Monsey, NY 100952

Indoor amusement center with soft play area, rides, arcades, kosher food and great accommodations Local

Plaster, ceramics and mosaics for all ages

845-746-2100

Ages 3–16: $17.99; Ages 1–2: $12.99. Holidays and weekends: Ages 3–16: $19.49; Ages 1–2: $14.49; 1 free adult per paying admission; arcade fees separate Sunday: 12:00–8:00 p.m; Monday to Thursday: 2:00–8:00 p.m; Friday: 12:00–4:00 p.m; check ad for Chol Hamoed hours

Inflatable Park

Local

Starting at $17

12:00–7:00 p.m.; Chol Hamoed: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and evenings by appointment; Friday: 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Chuck E. Cheese’s Nanuet: 250 W. Route 59, Nanuet, NY 10954 Paramus: 275 Route 4, Paramus, NJ 07652

For Chol Hamoed: Lifeplex, 18 College Road

Seven large inflatable items for private groups of up to 30 people Local

845-425-2358

845-219-1942; phone number for Chol Hamoed: 845-520-5445.

Token-operated rides and arcade games Paramus: 27 minutes; Nanuet: 12 minutes

$200 per hour. Inflatable rentals available at your site, too.

Varies by token amount

Open to the public on Chol Hamoed: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; some slots may be booked for groups, so call before coming. Summer schedule to be determined; call for details.

Paramus: 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m; Nanuet: 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m

Bounce U (Paramus)

Jill’s Ceramics

70 Eisenhower Drive, Paramus, NJ 07652

180 Germonds Road, West Nyack, NY 10994

Huge variety of plaster pieces or glazed ceramics.

Option for take-home projects.

Moonwalk wonderland of slopes, slides, tunnels and everything inflatable 25 minutes

N: 845-627-2788 P: 201-487-1088

201-843-5880

15 minutes

845-623-4975

$12.95–14.95 bouncer; $4.95–5.95 toddler; parents are free

Pay per piece

By reservation only

Monday to Wednesday: 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m; Tuesday: 7:00–9:00 p.m; Friday: 1:00.–5:00 p.m

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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INDOOR FUN

Launch Trampoline Park

Bounce Safari

260 W. Nyack Road, West Nyack, NY 10994

3 North Street, Waldwick, NJ 07463

Trampoline park with launch pad, tumble traks, sports, climbing, ninja, tightrope, foam pits and arcades 15 minutes

845-977-0415

1 hour pass: $24.99; 1.5-hour pass: $29.99; 2-hour pass: $34.99 Temporarily Closed

Play area with structure, slides and bounce castles 19 minutes

Promotional deal: $100/hour for entire facility rental Open bounce temporarily closed. Call for updates.

Palisades Mall Carousel And Ferris Wheel

Build-A-Bear Workshop Palisades Center, 3771 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994

1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994

Beautiful carnival rides: 68foot Ferris wheel, and doubledecker carousel

Children can choose, stuff, name and clothe their own stuffed animals.

20 minutes

201-857-4000

845-353-1895

20 minutes

845-353-2596 845-353-2595

Varies

Ferris wheel: $2 per ride

11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

Ferris wheel open Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m; carousel currently closed

Mosaic Glassworks

Color Me Mine 1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994 210 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewwood, NJ 07450

36 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick, NJ 07463

Creative art studio with mosaic projects for all ages 20 minutes

201-800-1820

Pay per project; includes 1.5 hours and materials; large variety in the $32 range Advance Reservations Required

Paint-yourown-pottery studio 20 minutes

Palisades: 845-358-5050 Ridgewood: 212-445-4898

Palisades: Studio fee, plus project costs, Ridgewood: $7 studio fee; covers paint and firing of project; piece you choose is additional Palisades: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m, Ridgewood: (advance reservations required) 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m, 2-hour time slots

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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INDOOR FUN

Billy Beez

Jumpin Jax

1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10944

600 Winters Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652

Play arena with slides, trampolines, obstacle courses for safe, handson fun 20 minutes

845-535-9277

Infant: $9.95 (adult included), or free with paid sibling; Toddler (1–4): $14.95; Child (5–17): $19.95; Parents/guardians: $6.95 Reopening end of March. Hours undetermined at time of print.

The Big Playhouse

Brand-new indoor playground for jumping, sliding, climbing and running 21 minutes

Ages 1-17: $15 for 2 hours, $20 all day; adult: $2, rock climbing $5 Currently accepting group bookings only. Check for open play schedule.

Catch Air Indoor Playground 224 Route 4 East at Forest Avenue, Lower Level, suite 102, Paramus, NJ 07652

316 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ 07675

Kids indoor play with soft play toddler area, ball cannon, play structure, tiny town and interactive dance floor

Open play area that simulates real-life downtown with costumes and furniture, for imaginative play 24 minutes

201-314-6341

$14.99 for 1 hour and $19.99 for 2 hours; Family packages available; One parent free Temporarily Closed

26 minutes

201-620-2125

2 and under: $9.99; 3+ $19.99; parents: $6.99-9.99 Advance reservations required during weekends; Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m; Sunday: 2:00–7:00 p.m.

Urban Air Adventure Park

Bounce! Trampoline Sports

69 Wesley St, South Hackensack, NJ 07606

612 Corporate Way, Valley Cottage, NY 10989

Trampoline park with climbing walls, obstacle courses, tubes playground, battle beams and amazing adventures 29 minutes

201-261-3000

201- 212-6454

$25–$33; Ages 5 and under: $17; Parents pay 50%; Socks (required): $3 Monday to Thursday: 3:00–8:00 p.m; Friday: from 12:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Indoor trampoline area with foam pits and lots of jumping space 29 minutes

845-268-4000

30 minutes: $8, 1 hour: $16, 90 minutes: $20, 2 hours: $25; 5 and under: $5 for every half hour; (Wed special: 2 hours for price of 1) 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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INDOOR FUN

Glassworks Studio

FAO Schwarz

151 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960

30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111

Glass-fusing studio where mosaics of all levels can be created 40 minutes

973-656-0800

Massive toy store in NYC 55 minutes

800-326-8638

$10 per person for 2 hours; projects range from $25 to $100

$10 per person for 2 hours; projects range from $25 to $101

Advance Reservations Required

Wednesday to Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

Legoland Discovery Center

Crayola Experience

1 Ridge Hill Boulevard, Yonkers, NY 10710

30 Centre Square, Easton, PA 18042

Legothemed indoor adventure park 33 minutes

844-740-9223

Attractions opening the week of Pesach; fees and hours not available at time of print.

Hands-on colorful crayon activities and exhibits 1 hour 25 minutes

610-515-8000

$24.99 (discounts available online) Wednesday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m; closed Monday and Tuesday

Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park 5 Prindle Lane, Danbury, CT 06811

Jumpz Trampoline Sports 21 Prindle Lane, Danbury, CT 06811

Part of Danbury Jumpz, this world’s first indoor wipeout-style action adventure park featuring 28,000 square feet of zip lines, ninja, obstacle and ropes courses, trampoline launch pads, rock climbing walls, and many more attractions.

1 hour

203-942-2585

Full rates and schedule for summer season not yet posted

Part of Thrillz Danbury, Jumpz offers 45,000 square feet of glow-in-the-dark wall-to-wall trampoline adventures, airbag zone, swings and slides with a dedicated toddler area.

1 hour

203-942-2449

Full rates and schedule for summer season not yet posted

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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SPORTS AND ADVENTURE

New City Bowl and Batting Cages 90 N. Main St, New City, NY 10956

The Gravity Vault (Upper Saddle River) 107 Pleasant Avenue, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458

13,500+ square-foot indoor rock gym with overhangs, bouldering, arches and hours of climbing fun

Bowling alley and batting cages 15 minutes

845-634-4977

18 minutes

201-934-7625

$6.25 per person per game + $5 shoes; Midweek special: $14 per person, includes shoes and 1.5 hours

Varies

Monday to Tuesday: 3:00–11:00 p.m.; Thursday to Friday: 11:30 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Friday: 12:00–10:00 p.m.; Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–8:00

The Gravity Vault (Hoboken)

Palisades Climb Adventure Palisades Center, 4590 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994

1423 Clinton St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

25,000+ square-foot indoor rock gym with overhangs, bouldering, arches and hours of climbing fun 41 minutes

201-740-1423

The world’s tallest ropes course boasting 85 feet and five levels, on Level 4 of the Palisades Mall 20 minutes

845-727-3500

Varies

$22.99, discounts for 5 or more; $8.99 for SkyTykes

Advance Reservations Required /// 9:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. daily

Open Sundays: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Fridays: 3:00–7:00 p.m.

Autobahn Indoor Speedway

Lucky Strike Palisades

2272 Palisades Center Drive #A200, West Nyack, NY 10994

4662 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994

Indoor go-kart speedway 20 minutes

845-535-1515

$23 for 12 laps ages 13+ or 10 laps ages 8–12. Multi-race packages available. Annual speedway license required at $7.95 (includes free birthday race).

Bowling lanes and game room 20 minutes

845-358-1602

Temporarily Closed

Reservations recommended; Monday to Friday: 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Occasionaly closes to the public because of private events.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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SPORTS AND ADVENTURE

Tappan Go Karts

Cipher Seeker

116 Route 303, Tappan, NY 10983

168 Franklin Turnpike #104, Waldwick, NJ 07463

Go kart track, batting cages, mini-golf and driving range 23 minutes

845-359-0642

60-minute escape room challenges 18 minutes

201-251-CLUE

Go karts: $8 per race; double: $13

$25

Range/Batting cages: 6:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Mini golf: 6:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.; Go-karts: 12:00–5:00 p.m. Go karts available on weekends only.

10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. daily. Private bookings available.

5 Wits

Montvale Lanes

4270 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994; Top floor between Target and AMC

14 W. Grand Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645

A multiroom immersive adventure experience with special effects that adapts to group’s performance.

18 minutes

845-533-2666

Bowling alley 20 minutes

201-391-3400

$29 per person for first adventure

$4 per game until 5:00 p.m.; $5 per game after 5:00 p.m. and on weekends. $3.50 for shoes. No CC accepted.

Monday to Thursday: 12:00–8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m.; differs slightly daily

High Exposure Rock Climbing

Monster Mini Golf

266 Union Street, Northvale, NJ 07647

49 E. Midland Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652

Rock climbing gym. No carriages allowed 23 minutes

201-768-8600

Indoor glow-inthe-dark golf course 26 minutes

201-261-0032

Varies

$12 per adult, $11 per child

Chol Hamoed: 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; 12:00–10:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Monday to Friday: 2:00–9:00 p.m.; Sunday: 12:00–8:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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SPORTS AND ADVENTURE

Sportime USA

iFly Indoor Skydiving (Paramus)

380 Saw Mill River Road, Elmsford NY 10523

211 E. NJ-4, Paramus, NJ 07652

Indoor amusement center with rides, arcade games, batting cages and indoor playground 28 minutes

914- 592-2111

Indoor skydiving with pressurized flight chamber for bodyflight 28 minutes

Varies according to ride/package

Starting at $99 for 2 flights

Thursday: 5:00–8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 12:00–8:00 p.m. On Thursdays, open for batting cages only.

11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

iFly Indoor Skydiving (Yonkers)

The Castle Fun Center

849 Ridge Hill Boulevard, Yonkers, NY 10710

109 Brookside Avenue, Chester, NY 10918

Indoor skydiving with pressurized flight chamber for bodyflight 33 minutes

914-449-4359

Adventure center with go-karts, arcade, rock climbing and more 35 minutes

Starting at $99 for 2 flights

Starting at $3.50 per ride

Tuesday to Friday: 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Reopening March 26

Funtime Junction

845-469-2116

The Funplex

400 Fairfield Road, Fairfield, NJ 07004

182 NJ-10, East Hanover, NJ 07936

Roomy adventure center with lots of things to climb and ride, plus arcade games 36 minutes

201-733-4359

973-882-9777

Indoor family amusement center with go-karts, bumper cars, laser tag, arcades and more 45 minutes

973-428-1166

Under age 16: $13; Adults and non-mobile infants: $10

Band: $25–42; or buy credits

Advance Reservations Required /// Capacity limited to 50 guests. Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m; 90-minute appointments

Advance Reservations Recommended /// Friday and Sunday: 12:00–8:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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SPORTS AND ADVENTURE

Grand Prix New York Racing

Funfuzion

333 Bedford Road, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549

29 LeCount Place, New Rochelle, NY 10801

Amusement center with arcades, bounce castle, gokarts and bowling 46 minutes

Indoor play arena with funhouse, ride, games, mini golf, laser tag and bowling

914-241-3131

$20 per person; Ages 4–8: $5 per person per race Advance Reservations Required /// Wednesday to Thursday: 3:00–9:00 p.m.; Friday to Sunday: 12:00–6:00 p.m.

Fun Station USA

48 minutes Temporarily Closed

Escape the Mystery Room

3555 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10314

3681 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994

Indoor fun, sports and adventure for kids with rides, laser tag, batting cages, bowling, bumper cars and virtual reality sky ride 1 hour

914-637-7575

718-370-0077

Thrilling escape rooms of different difficulty levels 20 minutes

845-208-2919

$22 one-hour wristband; $25 two-hour wristband. Special Chol Hamoed prices, from $15.95; check ad

$20 per person; private room rentals between $140 and $220

Chol Hamoed: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; midweek: 2:00–9:00 p.m.; weekends: 12:00–9:00 p.m.

Monday: 4:00–8:00 p.m.; Tuesday to Friday: 12:00–8:00 p.m.; Friday: 1:00–7:00 p.m.

Escape Room NJ (Pompton Lakes) 200 Wanaque Avenue, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442

Escape Room NJ (Hackensack) 157A Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Sixty-minute escape adventure for teams of between 2 and 18 people 23 minutes Starting at $100 9:00 a.m.–1:00 a.m.

973 520-8360

Sixty-minute escape adventure for teams of between 2 and 18 people 30 minutes

201-815-1784

Starting at $100 Temporarily Closed

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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SPORTS AND ADVENTURE /// OUTDOOR FUN

The Other Tales – Escape Rooms 245 Diamond Bridge Avenue, Hawthorne, NJ 07506

It™ Adventure Ropes Course 41 Sargent Drive, New Haven, CT 06511

The world’s largest indoor ropes course with liquid fireworks, water show, ziplines and amazing courses

xxxxxx 28 minutes

973-963-4142

1 hour 37 minutes

203-812-9981

$35 per player; team of 6 or more gets 15% off

Adults and children 48” and up: 1 hour/$20, 2 hours/$30; Children under 48”: 1 hour/$8

11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. By reservation only.

10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. By reservation only.

Break Point Bowl & Entertainment 40 S. Route 9W, West Haverstraw, NY 10993

Ring Homestead 257 Lybolt Road, Middletown, NY 10940

Formerly Hi-Tor Lanes.

Bowling alley with laser tag and arcade 23 minutes

845-429-8000

Adventure camp with ropes course 49 minutes

845-361-3842

$25 per hour + $5 for shoes; $35 per hour on Sundays

Different packages available. Call for reservations.

Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Treetop Adventure Course

Pocono TreeVentures

560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

1575 Fairway Villas Blvd., East Stroudsburg PA 18302

Aerial obstacle course right near Turtle Back Zoo with adult and junior courses.

From ages 6 and up 52 minutes

973-731-5800 ext. 279

Aerial forest adventure with five ropes courses and dual zip racers.

Also kids’ section.

1 hour 25 minutes

800-446-0231

Adult Course: $30 ($35 with zip line); Junior Course: $20 Zip line: $15

Ropes course: Children ages 4–7, $28; Children ages 7–11, $44; Adults 12+, $49. Zipline: $20 1 run, $8 additional runs

10:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.; reservations are recommended

April to Mid-June: Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Monday, Thursday, Friday, 12:00–5:00 p.m. (ropes course closes at 4:00 p.m.); Closed Tuesday and Wednesday Summer hours: Opens at 10:00; closing time varies

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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OUTDOOR FUN

Diggerland

Jiminy Peak

100 Pinedge Drive, West Berlin, NJ 08091

37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA 01237

Mountain Adventure Park with mountain coasters, alpine slides, swings, trampolines and scenic chairlift ride

Tractorthemed rides, stunts and digging fun for all ages 2 hours

856-768-1110

2 hours 30 minutes

413-738-5500

$42.95

Summer rates and hours not yet posted at time of print.

Advance Reservations Required /// Chol Hamoed: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Summer: 12:00–6:00 p.m.; Spring: open weekends only

Advance Reservations Recommended.

Denos Wonder Wheel Amusement Park

Bronx Zoo Treetop Adventure 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx River Entrance, Bronx, NY 10460

3059 Denos D. Vourderis Place, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Famous Coney Island amusement park, featuring landmarked Deno’s Wonder Wheel with 16 kiddie rides and 5 adult rides.

Ropes course and zipline for ages 7+ (must be at least 5’6”) 40 minutes

347-308-9021

Zipline only: $25; Zipline + climb combo: $60 (takes approximately 2.5 hours) Advance Reservations Required /// Opens at 10:00 a.m.; last bookable slot is at 3:00 p.m.

Luna Park

1 hour 10 minutes Kiddie rides: $5; Adult rides: $8 to $10 Temporarily Closed

Adventurer’s Park

1000 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224

1824 Shore Parkway, Brooklyn, New York

Park with 30 rides and lots of games at Coney Island Beach 1 hour 10 minutes

718-372-2592

718-373-5862

Amusement park with 25 rides and attractions.

1 hour 5 minutes

718-975-2748

Rates and schedule to be posted closer to opening date.

Single ticket: $4; 10 tickets: $34; 30 tickets: $87

Closed Chol Hamoed. Season begins April 9.

Season begins April 9. Closed Chol Hamoed. Open weekends only until Memorial Day, then daily.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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OUTDOOR FUN

Adventureland

Six Flags Great Adventures and Safari

2245 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735

1 Six Flags Boulevard, Jackson, NJ 08527

Huge park with 14 coasters and 52 other attractions; Off-Road Adventure Safari entrance included in admission.

Amusement park with about 30 rides 1 hour 11 minutes

631-694-6868

1 hour 30 minutes

201-862-0250 (NCSY) 732-928-2000

Rates and full schedule to be posted closer to opening date.

Park: $15; Safari: $20

Closed Chol Hamoed. Season begins April 9.

Advance Reservations Required /// Chol Hamoed: 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Rest of season: check before visiting

Keansburg Amusement Park

Lake Compounce

275 Beachway Avenue, Keansburg, NJ 07734

186 Enterprise Drive, Bristol, CT 06010

Oldest continuously operating amusement park in the U.S., a great mix of new and old

Boardwalk amusement park with dozens of rides 1 hour 17 minutes

732-465-1400

Pay per ride

1 hour 45 minutes $41.99; under 52” tall: $35.99

10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Temporarily Closed. Call to check if reopened.

Dorney Park

Hersheypark

4000 Dorney Parkway, Allentown, PA 18104

100 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershy, PA 17033

Major amusement park with over 50 rides and prominent coasters 1 hour 48 minutes

860-583-3300

610-395-3724

Huge park on 110 acres with 70 rides and attractions 3 hours

717-534-3900

Discounted tickets available online.

Rates and full schedule not yet posted at time of print.

Season begins May 22

Season begins April 2

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Quassy Amusement Park

Dutch Wonderland

2132 Middlebury Road, Middlebury, CT 06762

2249 Lincoln Highway, Lancaster, PA, 17602

“Kingdom for Kids” that appeals to families of younger children with its kid-friendly coasters, slides, shows and grounds full of action and fun.

Please note that a separate section of the park is a water area.

1 hour 25 minutes

203-758-2913

3 hours 5 minutes

866-386-2839

Varies by season, call for details.

Ages 3+: $39 in advance, up to $49 when purchased the same day

Opens late April weekends and June daily.

Summer hours: 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Season begins April 15. Closed Chol Hamoed; When season opens: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Rail Explorers

Extreme Motorsports

70 High Street, Phoenicia, NY 12464

Kiamesha Lake, NY 12751

Rail Explorers offers a unique scenic experience upon retired railways on pedalpowered rail vehicles.

This 2.5-hour tour runs along the Esopus Creek and through beautiful Catskills woods on the Ulster and Delaware Railway of once upon.

1 hour and 26 minutes

877-833-8588

Varies Advance Reservations Required /// 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m., depending on the day of week and season.

Camelback Mountain Adventure 243 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372

ATV tours on over 100 acres of thrilling mountain trails for individuals (ages 15 and up) and families (from ages 4 and up) 1 hour 5 minutes

Individual rides: $135, Family ranger (up to 6 people): $275 for 1/2 hour; $400 for 1 hour By reservations only

Pocono Outdoor Aventure Tours 1234 Long Pond Road, Long Pond, PA 18334

One-hour guided UTV tours over 1,000 acres of the historic Pocono Manor, along streams and mountain tops with gorgeous views

Tallest mountain in the Poconos, boasting great mountain adventures, zipline, mountain coaster and zip flyer.

Indoor activities also available.

1 hour and 25 minutes

848-240-0086 (text) 845-807-8557 (call)

570-629-1663

1 hour 48 minutes

570-839-6061

Varies by attraction

Two-seater: $115; four-seater: $195

Season begins April 5

By reservation, must arrive 30 minutes prior to reservation time. 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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HISTORICAL AND MUSEUMS

George Washington Headquarters The DeWint House 20 Livingston Street, Tappan, NY 10983

Stony Point State Park 44 Battlefield Roat, Stony Point, NY 10980

George Washington’s headquarters at four different occasions during the Revolution, the DeWint House, carriage house and surrounding grounds are open to the public to view and explore.

23 minutes

845-359-1359

Site of Battle of Stony Point with lighthouse, museum and weekly artillery drills and soldier camps reenactment 26 minutes

845-786-2521

Free

Free; there may be a parking fee and a $3 charge for group tours and special events. Reservations required.

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed Mondays

Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Closed weekends. Museum to reopen in April.

Kykuit - Rockefeller Estate

Philipsburg Manor

Tour begins at: 381 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591

Tour begins at: 381 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591

Breathtaking tour of Rockefeller’s sixstory home, terraced gardens and art galleries 27 minutes

914-366-6900

Standard tour: Children under 3, free; Children ages 3–17, $23–$26; Adults, $25–$28 Currently Closed

Preserved pre-Civil War farmstead that brings the slavery era alive 27 minutes

Under 3 free; Children ages 3-17: $8; Adult: $14; save $2 online Currently Closed

West Point Museum

Boscobel House and Gardens

2110 New South Post Road, West Point, NY 10996

1601 New York 9D, Garrison, NY 10524

Military academy museum with galleries showcasing history of U.S. army, warfare and weapons 32 minutes Free Tuesday to Sunday: 9:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

914-366-6900

845-938-3590

Restored 18th Century house museum with gorgeous grounds and views 33 minutes

845-265-3638

Gardens and grounds: Adults, $11; Children ages 6–14, $5; Children ages 5-, free. Extra charge for house. Family packages available. Outdoor tours available.

Advance Reservations Required /// Gardens and grounds: 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; House tours start in May: Wednesday to Monday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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The Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Pier 86: W. 46th Street and 12th Avenue

Imagine That! Museum 4 Vreeland Road, Florham Park, NJ 07932

Interactive museum and activity center with fun areas for young children

Military and maritime history museum inside original battleship 42 minutes

212-245-0072

47 minutes

973-966-8000

Adult (13–64): $33; Child (5–12): $24; Senior (65+): $31

Adult: $7; child: $19

Thursday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; last entry at 4:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. most days; closed Mondays. Check before heading out.

Empire State Building

National Museum of Mathematics

350 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10118

11 E. 26th Street, New York, NY 10010

Observatory deck on 86th floor of the Empire State Building 49 minutes

212-279-9777

Adult: $42; child: $36; senior: $40

Museum that brings mathematics alive in a fun way 52 minutes

212-542-0566

Adult: $18; child, student, senior: $15; toddlers free

Advance Reservations Required /// Until 2:00 a.m.

Temporarily Closed 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; closes early first Wednesday of every month

Liberty Science Center

Ripley’s Believe It or Not

222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07305

234 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036

Amazing interactive science experience for learning and fun 54 minutes

201-200-1000

Sprawling, oft-interactive collection of curiosities 54 minutes

212-398-3133

Adult: $25; child (2–12): $20; senior (62+): $22

Adult: $32; child (4–12): $24; discounts available online

Advance Reservations Required /// Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Thursday and Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Closed Monday to Wednesday

11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (tickets sold until 5:00 p.m.)

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Madame Tussauds

Imagine That! Museum

234 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036

4 Vreeland Road, Florham Park, NJ 07932

The museum of famous figures located in the heart of Times Square 45 minutes

212-512-9600

Interactive museum and activity center with fun areas for young children 45 minutes

973-966-8000

From $30

Adult: $7; child: $19

11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. on most days; closed Monday; check before heading out

The New York Hall of Science (NYSCI) 47-01 111th Street, Corona, NY 11368

Harbor Defense Museum 230 Sheridan Loop, Brooklyn, NY 11252

NYSCI is located near Flushing Meadows Park and is one of NY’s best museums for interactive science.

50 minutes

718-699-0005

Adults: $16; Children: $13; Additional attractions available

This 19thcentury fort, NYC’s only military museum, is located within the grounds of Fort Hamilton.

1 hour

718-630-4349

Free

Temporarily closed

Advance Reservations Required /// Tuesday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Spyscape

Color Factory

928 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

251 Spring Street, New York, NY 10013

Discover your inner spy and learn the art of espionage and deception! For 90 minutes to 3 hours, this self-guided tour will tell you all you ever wanted to know about spycraft (and much you didn’t even know to wonder about)!

40 minutes

212-549-1941

Colorful and interactive modern art exhibit 45 minutes

347-378-4071

Adults: $39; Children: $32

General admission $3538; ages 3 to 12: $25–28

Advance Reservations Required /// Friday to Sunday: 12:00–7:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// Thursday and Friday: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sunday: 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; closed Monday to Wednesday

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Financial History Museum

Museum at Eldridge St. Shul

48 Wall Street, New York, NY 10005

12 Eldridge Street, New York, NY 10002

This highly rated attraction is the only independant public museum in the U.S. dedicated to teaching about our financial history 50 minutes

212-908-4110

$5–$8 per person

Historic restored 1887 Eldridge Street shul houses a museum as well as weekly Shabbos services.

55 minutes

Adults: $14; Seniors: $10; Children (5–17): $8; Under 5: free

Temporarily closed

Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m–5:00 p.m.

One World Observatory

Empire State Building

285 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007

20 W 34th Street, New York, NY 10001

Admission to three floors of One World Trade Center, for views, observatory, elevators and exhibits 50 minutes

212-219-0302

844-696-1776

Observatory deck on 86th floor of the Empire State Building 45 minutes

212-279-9777

Adult: $52; child: $47

Advance reservations required; adult: $42; child: $36; senior: $40

Weekends: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; will be extending hours in the summer

Call to inquire

South St. Seaport / Museum

Brooklyn Navy Yard Center

12 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10038

63 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11205

Interactive exhibits tells the story of New York’s rise as a port city and the critical role it played in the developement of the U.S. 50 minutes

212-748-8600

Adults: $20; Seniors: $14; Children under 8: free Temporarily closed

A museum featuring the history and innovation of the Brooklyn Navy Yard 1 hour

718-907-5932

Free Temporarily closed

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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HISTORICAL AND MUSEUMS

Brooklyn Historical Society Museum 128 Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Lower East Side Tenement Museum 103 Orchard Street, New York, NY 10002

The museum is an historical landmark, showcasing two tenement buildings where an estimated 15,000 people from 20 nationalities resided between 1863 and 2011.

This museum/library provides an in-depth study of Brooklyn’s 400-year old history.

55 minutes

718-222-4111

55 minutes

877-975-3786

Adults $10; Children under 12: free

$20–$25 per person

Wednesday to Sunday: 12:00–5:00 p.m.

Walking tours due to begin April 4; advance reservations recommended;

Museum of Jewish Heritage

Merchant’s House Museum

36 Battery Place, New York, NY 10280

29 E 4th Street, New York, NY 10003

The museum is showcasing a fascinating living memorial of the Holocaust, with many new objects from Auschwitz that have never been seen before.

Built in 1832, this is the oldest NYC home perfectly preserved — both inside and out.

50 minutes

212-777-1089

Adults: $15; Seniors (65+): $10; Children under 12: free Tours on weekends only, by appointment only.

50 minutes

Adults: $16; Students and veterans: $10; Holocaust Survivors: free. To ensure entrance to the exhibit, purchase your tickets in advance.

Advance reservations required; Wednesday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Waterfront Museum

NYC Fire Museum

290 Conover Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

278 Spring Street, New York, NY 10013

Housed in former Engine Company 30’s quarters, this 1909 firehouse has become a highly rated museum that will educate and fascinate adults and children alike.

A museum dedicated to education about maritime history 55 minutes Free Temporarily closed

646-437-4202

718-624-4719

45 minutes

212-691-1303

Adults: $10; Seniors: $8; Children: $5 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; advance reservations recommended

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Northlandz

One World Observatory 285 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007 (Entrance On Corner Vesey And West Street)

495 Route 202, Flemington, NJ 08822

Miniature wonderland featuring model railroad, bridges, mountains, waterways and fascinating exhibits 1 hour 9 minutes

908-782-4022

Admission to three floors of One World Trade Center, for views, observatory, elevators and exhibits 56 minutes

844-696-1776

Adult: $30; child: $25; discounts available online

Adult: $52; child: $47

Weekends: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; scheduled to open daily in the spring

Weekends: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; will be adding more hours in the summer

9/11 Memorial

9/11 Memorial Museum

200 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10007

200 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10007

Museum with exhibitions and hands-on learning about 9/11 and its effects

8-acre park in memoriam of 9/11 heroes with guided tours available 1 hour

212-312-8800

1 hour

212-312-8800

Free

Adult: $26; ages 7–12: $15; ages 13–17: $20; ages 65+: $20; family passes available for less

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// Thursday to Monday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

FDR Home and Library

The Vanderbilt Mansion

4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538

119 Vanderbilt Park Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538

54-room wellpreserved mansion with magnificent grounds and gardens

Historyrich tours of FDR’s property, home and library 1 hour 13 minutes

800-337-8474

Home and Library: $20; Library: $10; Top Cottage: $10; Grounds are free; Under 15 free Currently Closed

1 hour 17 minutes

845-229-7770

Grounds are free Mansion closed; grounds open from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Summer: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 pm

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Living Torah Museum

Jewish Children’s Museum

1603 41st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218

792 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11213

Museum displaying artifacts mentioned in Torah and in Jewish history.

In the heart of Boro Park 1 hour 21 minutes

718-851-3215

Advance Reservations Recommended /// 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. daily

Battleship New Jersey

Interactive 3-story Jewishthemed museum 1 hour 24 minutes $15; toddlers free Advance Reservations Required /// Chol Hamoed: Timed tickets Tuesday to Thursday: 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; 3:006:30 p.m.; Friday: 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

The Franklin Institute

100 Clinton Street, Camden, NJ 08103

222 N 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Battleship that served in WWII, Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars that gives a glimpse into military life 2 hours

718-467-0600

856-966-1652

Interactive museum that brings scientific concepts to life with fascinating exhibits 2 hours 5 minutes

215-448-1200

Adult: $21.95; Children and seniors: $17.00; Under 4 free

Adult: $23; child: $19 // Brand New Crayola IDEAworks exhibit: Adult: $35; child: $31 (includes general admission)

March: Sunday only: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. April: open daily

Advance Reservations Recommended /// Wednesday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; closed Monday and Tuesday

Newport Rhode Island Mansions Preservation Society of Newport County: 424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

Touro Synagogue Tours 85 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840

Opulent and magnificent preserved mansions used as summer homes for families like the Vanderbilts and the Astors 3 hour 40 minutes Varies by mansion The Breakers and The Elms are open

401-847-1000

A historic tour of the oldest shul in the U.S. and one of the most architecturally distinguished buildings 3 hours

401-847-4794

Adults: $12; Seniors and students: $10; Under 13 free Currently Closed Summer: Sunday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Health& Wellness

The greatest Afikomen you could ask for.

!‫א כשר'ן פרייליכען פסח‬

728 North Main St. Spring Valley NY 10977 Tel: 845.354.9320 Fax: 845.354.9322

AQUARIUMS AND ZOOS

Maritime Aquarium

New York Aquarium

10 N. Water Street, Norwalk, Connecticut 06854

602 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Newly renovated state-ofthe-art aquarium with sea lion show, penguins, sharks and many fish

Great aquarium with many species and fascinating exhibitions for the entire family 47 minutes

203-852-0700

1 hour 9 minutes

718-265-3474

Adult: $27; senior (65+): $25; child (3-12): $20

Adult: $20; child (3-12): $15: senior (65+): $18; parking: $18 for up to 3 hours

Advance Reservations Required /// 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. daily

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Thursday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Wweekends and holidays: 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; park closes 1 hour later

Jenkinson’s Aquarium

Long Island Aquarium

300 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742

431 E Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901

Small aquarium with a large variety of marine life, including sharks, penguins, seals and octopuses 1 hour 30 minutes

732-899-1212

Aquarium with fascinating exhibits and many interesting marine animals and fish 1 hour 47 minutes

631-208-9200 ext. 426

Adult: $15; child (3-12): $9; senior (65+): $10

Adults 13–61: $33; Seniors 62+: $27; Children 3–12: $24; Under 2 free

Limited Occupancy. Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Recommended /// 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Mystic Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium

55 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic, CT 06355

1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ 08103

Amazing aquarium with thousands of fish, exotic marine animals, and fascinating outdoor exhibits 2 hours 7 minutes

860-572-5955

Aquarium with shark bridge, penguin island and touch pool 2 hours 2 minutes

856-365-3300

Rates vary

Midweek: adult: $34; child: $23; Sundays: adult: $37; child: $23

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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AQUARIUMS AND ZOOS

Van Saun County Park

Bronx Zoo

216 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652

2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10460

Metropolitan zoo with 265 acres that harbors 4,000 animals in replicas of their native habitats.

Zoo with playground, train, carousel, trails and animal shows in the summer 27 minutes

201-263-3771

44 minutes

718-367-1010

Currently free; capacity is monitored

Adult: $40; child (3-12): $30; senior (65+): $35; toddlers: free

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; weekends and holidays: 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Turtle Back Zoo 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

Excellent zoo for children, with great animals, train, pony rides, feedings, paddle boats, ropes course and more 48 minutes

973-731-5800

Adult: $14; child (2-12): $12; senior (62+): $12; toddlers: Free Advance Reservations Required /// 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Central Park Zoo

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Queens Zoo

64th Street and 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10021

53–51 111th Street, Corona, NY 11368

18-acre zoo with trails, aviary, domestic animals, sea lion pool, bears, pumas, parrots and bison

State-ofthe-art zoo with variety of habitats, featuring snow leopards to tropical birds 48 minutes

212- 439-6500

49 minutes

718-271-1500

Adult: $14; child (2-12): $9; senior (65+): $11; toddlers: free

Adult: $10; child (2-12): $7; senior (65+): $8; toddlers: free

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; weekends and holidays: 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; weekends and holidays: 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Staten Island Zoo

Prospect Park Zoo

614 Broadway, Staten Island, NY 10310

450 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

More than 125 species within the confines of a 12-acre menagerie suitable for all ages, including a sea lion court

Small suburban zoo with nice variety of animals and animal feeding 1 hour 4 minutes

718-442-3100

1 hour 5 minutes

718-399-7339

Adult: $10; child (2-14): $6; senior (60+): $7; toddlers: free

Adult: $10; child (2-12): $7; senior (65+): $8; toddler: free

Advance Reservations Required /// 10:00 a.m.–4:45 p.m.; closed on holidays

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; weekends and holidays: 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Space Farms Zoo and Musuem

Philadelphia Zoo

218 County Road 519, Sussex, NJ 07461

3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Huge children’s zoo with incredible creatures and many fun activities

Zoo and museum with over 500 animals in their natural surroundings 1 hour 9 minutes

973-875-5800

2 hours 8 minutes

215-243-1100

Adults 13-64: $19.50; Children 3–12: $16; Seniors 65+: $18; Under 3 free

2 and up: $20; toddlers: free

Advance Reservations Recommended /// 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advance Reservations Required /// Sunday and Wednesday only: 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Hessian Lake Boat Rentals

Greenwood Lake Marina

Bear Mountain State Park, 55 Hessian Drive, Bear Mountain, NY 10911

38 Lakeside Road, Hewitt, NJ 07421

Beautiful, serene lake in Bear Mountains with summer boat rentals.

25 minutes

845-786-2701

Luxury boat rental for relaxing cruise on beautiful Greenwood Lake.

20 minutes

973-728-9100

Varies

Varies

Call for hours

Boating opens May 15; Advance reservations recommended. 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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‫פסח כשר ושמח‬

BOATING AND FERRIES

Overpeck County Park Kayak Center 50 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ, as the address.

Enter the park and make the first right at the traffic circle. Cross over the wooden bridge, and they are located at the first parking lot on your left.

Shepherd Lake Boat Rental Shepherd Lake Road (follow signs off Morris Road), Ringwood, NJ 07456

Kayak, canoe and rowboat rental on spring-fed Shepherd Lake in Ringwood State Park. (No swimming was allowed past summer season; confirm before you go this summer.)

Kayaks and canoe rental on Overpeck Creek in Overpeck County Park 35 minutes

201-957-3085

25 minutes

Up to 2 hours: $15 per paddler; $10 pp for each additional hour

Varies

Opens end of April; 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., weather permitting; open weekends only in April and May; open daily from June

Call for hours

Payne’s Water Sports

973-962-2256

Swinging Bridge Marina

1550 Route 17B, White Lake, NY 12786

371 Starlight Road, Mongaup Valley, NY 12762

Pontoon boat, banana boat, kayak, pedal boat and canoe rental 1 hour 15 minutes

845-583-1000

Larger boats, pontoons and fishing boat rentals 1 hour 15 minutes

845-794-6530

Varies

Ranging from $100–$700 per rental

Call for hours

Boating opens mid-April. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Laurel Hill Paddling Center Laurel Hill County Park, End of New County Road, Secaucus, NJ 07094

201-920-4746 44 minutes $25 per canoe/ kayak; $15 per additional canoe passenger

Boat rental at Laurel Hill Park upon the Hackensack River

Opens end of April. 9:00 a.m.– 7:00 p.m., weather permitting; open weekends only in April and May; open daily from June

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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BOATING AND FERRIES

Gene’s Boats

Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry

3429 State Rte. 55, White Lake, NY 12786

30-34 Girling Drive (off 9W), Haverstraw, NY 10927

Commuter ferry that transports passengers between Haverstraw and Ossining

Speedboat, pontoon boat, pedal boats and rowboat rental 1 hour 15 minutes

845-583-9787

23 minutes

1-800-53FERRY

Varies

Adult: $4.25 one-way; Child (6-11): $2; Child (under 5): Free, 2 children ride free per paying adult

Call for hours

Check for details

Circle Line Cruises

Hoboken Ferry

Pier 83 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036

1 Hudson Place, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Cruises for views of Statue of Liberty, Manhattan skyline, landmarks and more 43 minutes

212-563-3200

Commuter ferry from Hoboken to Pier 11 or World Financial Center in Manhattan 58 minutes

800-533-3779

Price varies

Adult: $8 one-way; child (6-11): $4.50; child (under 5): free — 2 children ride free per paying adult

Opens April 1. Departs at 12:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Runs all day at 20-minute intervals

Ellis and Liberty Island Ferry

The Staten Island Ferry

Ferry departs from Manhattan: 22 Battery Place, New York, NY 10004; From New Jersey: Liberty State Park, Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305

4 Whitehall Street, New York, NY 10004

Free 25-minute commuter ferry between Manhattan and Staten Island

Tours that include cruise and access to Liberty and Ellis Islands 55 minutes

877-523-9849 (Statue Cruises)

1 hour

718-876-8441

Adult: $23.25; child (4-12): $12; under 4: free

Free

Advance Reservations Recommended /// 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., once an hour

Operates 24/7. Ferry departs every 30 minutes, with increased service (every 15 to 20 minutes) during weekday rush hours (6:00–9:00 a.m. and 3:30–8:00 p.m.).

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Governor’s Island

Paradise Boats

Ferry Departs Manhattan: Battery Maritime Building, 10 South Street, New York, NY 10005; Also departs from Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park

15 Paradise Avenue, Piermont, NY 10968

A recreational island off Manhattan where no motors are allowed. It can be reached by ferry and offers bicycle rentals of all kinds, a museum, and fun outdoor activitites.

57 minutes

212-440-2200

Round-trip ferry: over 12 is $2; under 12 is free. Bike rentals: between $15 and $45 per hour, and available for various durationse Currently closed; will reopen sometime in the spring; weekdays: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; weekends: 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

Wampus Pond

Kayaks, canoes and rowboats available for a naturerich journey on a charming creek in Piermont Marsh.

25 minutes

$20–30 for first hour, $12 for second hour, and $6 for each additional hour Temporarily Closed

The Beast Speedboat

811 NY-128, Armonk, NY 10504

Pier 83 W 42nd Street and 12th Avenue, New York, NY 10036

Thrilling half-hour speedboat ride down the Hudson, past Statue of Liberty.

Launch spot same as the Circle Line Cruise.

Charming park with boat rentals and boat launching 44 minutes

845-359-0073

914-273-3230

47 minutes

212-563-3200

Varies

Price varies by date

Call for hours

Advance Reservations Recommended /// Opens May 27; 12:00–6:00 p.m., departing every hour on the hour

Bradley Boat Rentals

Morningside Park Campground

220 Lindholm Road, Hurleyville, NY 12747

11 Morningside Park Road, Hurleyville, NY 12747

Campgrounds with picnic areas, playground and boating

Rent kayaks for a full day or half day 1 hour 21 minutes

845-807-1145

1 hour 15 minutes

845-434-5877

Varies

Price varies

Call for hours

Scheduled to open in May or June. 10:00 a.m.–5:45 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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DeeKay | 845.263.9299

‫ממצרים‬

‫גאלתנו‬

Liberating you from all your Auto Problems

‫חג כשר ושמח‬

TOURS

Garden State Helicopters

Above the Clouds Balloon Rides

425 Beaver Park Road, Lincoln Park, NJ 07035

100 Airport Road, New Hampton, NY 10958

Enjoy a quick overview of the fundamentals of flying a chopper before taking to the skies 30 minutes

862-200-0785

Half-hour to an hour scenic ride up in the clouds on a pictureperfect hot air balloon 47 minutes

845-692-2556

Contact for rates and reservations

Starting at $199 per person for group tours and $799 per two people for private tours

By reservation only, weather permitting.

Advance Reservations Required /// Begins at 6:00 a.m.

Fulton Fish Market

Historic Horse and Carriage Ride

800 Food Center Drive #65B, Bronx, NY 10474

Central Park

Open-air ride through Central Park in a horsedrawn carriage. Max 4 adults per carriage OR 5 passengers when kids are included

Nocturnal expedition to experience the sight of fish vendors selling their goods 47 minutes

718-378-2356

45 minutes

347-871-4499

Free. Parking: $5–7

Starts at $120 per carriage for a 30-minute ride; tips to driver encouraged

2:00–7:00 a.m.

Advance Reservations Recommended /// Monday to Friday: from 10:00 a.m; Sunday: From 9:00 a.m.

Liberty Helicopter Tours

The Roosevelt Island Tramway

6 East River Piers #212, New York, NY 10005

60th Street and 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Aerial tramway that spans East River and leads to Roosevelt Island, where there’s a beautiful park

Birds’-eye view of New York City and surrounding area 50 minutes

800-542-9933

46 minutes

212-832-4555

Starts at $180 per person

Metrocards only; 44” and below ride free

Advance Reservations Required

6:00 a.m.–2:00 a.m., every 15 min; during rush hour (7:00–10:15 a.m. and 3:00–8:00 p.m.), service is increased to every 7.5 minutes

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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158 rt. 59

914-712-8473

Don’t let this happen to you This Chol HaMoed We will be closed this Chol HaMoed.

‫גדלי' וויינבערגער‬

Ramapo Tires

AIRPLANE OBSERVATION

Aviation Hall of Fame

Teterboro Airport

400 Fred Wehran Drive, Teterboro , NJ 10604

111 Industrial Avenue, Teterboro, NJ 10604

Museum with models of military aircraft and history of aviation (Open cockpit days are May 19, July 7, August 18, October 6 and November 10) 32 minutes

East of the airport, on Redneck Drive, there are some playing fields with great views of aircraft taking off

201-288-6344

Adults: $9; Children and seniors: $7; Open cockpit days: addtional $2–$3 Advance Reservations Recommended /// Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Westchester County Airport

32 minutes

Stewart International Airport

240 Airport Road, White Plains, NY 10604

1180 1st Street, New Windsor, NY 12553

This airport is less busy and way less overwhelming than the international airports.

There’s an observation deck on the third floor where airplanes can be watched taking off and landing.

35 minutes

On the far left, at the end of the field all the way in the back, there’s an excellent spot to watch the airplanes take off and land. There’s also access to the departure hall, where you can see the screens and conveyor belts.

44 minutes

Newark Liberty International Airport 3 Brewster Road, Newark, NJ 07114

John F. Kennedy International Airport New York, NY 11430

AirTrain is free and gives children a fascinating bird’s-eye view of this bustling airport.

Parking lots 2 and 5 offer nice views of airplanes taking off and landing.

AirTrain is free in the airport; best spot of watching is from the parking lot of Ikea at 1000 Ikea Drive in Elizabeth, NJ. 46 minutes

55 minutes

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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AIRPLANE OBSERVATION // BUSHKILL, PENNSYLVANIA

Planeview Park

Skydive the Ranch

Ditmars Boulevard, East Almhurst, NY 11369

55 Sand Hill Road, Gardiner, NY 12525

A park right near La Gaurdia airport with awesome views of planes landing and taking off (parking may be difficult) 47 minutes

212-639-9675

Viewing area to watch people skydiving 55 minutes

Free

Free

6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Call for hours before coming

Bushkill Falls

Pocono TreeVentures

Lehman Township, PA

1575 Fairway Villas Blvd, East Stroudsburg PA 18302

Aerial forest adventure with five ropes courses and dual zip racers. Also kids section.

Ziplines closed at time of print due to storm damage.

Color-coded trails of different lengths amid waterfalls and beautiful scenes of nature. Boating may be closed due to COVID-19.

1 hour 30 minutes

888-287-4545

Trails: Adult: $15 midweek, $18 weekends/holidays; child (4-10): $9; senior (62+): $14 midweek, $17 weekends/ holidays Opens April 2. Opens 9:00 a.m.; closing time varies by season, day of week and weather (between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.

Blue Lightning Tubing

1 hour 25 minutes

800-446-0231

Ropes course: Children ages 4–7, $28; Children ages 7–11, $44; Adults 12+, $49. Zipline: $20 1 run, $8 additional runs April to mid-June: Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Monday, Thursday, Friday: 12:00–5:00 p.m.; Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Summer hours: Opens at 10:00; closing time varies

Pocono Outdoor Aventure Tours

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, 124 Golf Dr #3, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302

1234 Long Pond Road, Long Pond, PA 18334

One-hour guided UTV tours over 1,000 acres of the historic Pocono Manor, along streams and mountain tops with gorgeous views

Neveplast run that allows for tubing without snow or water; lift takes you up the hill 1 hour 25 minutes

845-255-4033

800-335-1113

1 hour 48 minutes

570-839-6061

$35 for 2-hour sessions

Two-seater: $115; four-seater: $195

Scheduled to open in April. Full schedule not posted as of printing.

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. By reservation; must arrive 30 minutes prior to reservation time

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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TANNERSVILLE, NEW YORK

Kaaterskill Falls

Hunter Mountain

Parking: Route 23A in Haines Falls, NY 12436 (about a mile west from Wingate Road). GPS coordinates: 42.18983, -74.07401. Trailhead is a bit down the road.

Main Street, Hunter, NY 12442

Scenic chairlift to summit of mountain with spectacular views.

Zipline reservations: 518-2634388

New York’s tallest twotier falls — a breathtaking destination 1 hour 31 minutes

518-357-2161

1 hour 44 minutes

518-263-4223

Free

Varies

Dawn to dusk. Limited parking; stringent enforcement

by Town of Hunter

They will announce at a later point whether they will be opening for the summer season.

Boating at North/South Lake Campground

Bailiwick Animal Park and Riding Stables

874 North Lake Road, Haines Falls, NY 12436

118 Castle Road, Catskill, NY 12414

Kayak, canoe and paddle boat rentals at South Lake.

(When you exit the parking lot, turn right to avoid swimming area) 1 hour 38 minutes

518-589-5058

Varies

Zoo with over 40 exhibits of domestic and exotic animals 1 hour 42 minutes

Zoo: Adults 13+: $17; Children 4–12: $13; Children 3 and under: free. Pony rides: $8. Horse-pony rides: $12; Trail rides also available

Call for details

By reservation only. 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Puttin Plus

Howe Caverns

455 Washington Avenue, Saugerties, NY 12477

255 Discovery Drive, Howes Cave, NY 12092

Outdoor entertainment center with go-karts, batting cages, golf and more 1 hour 20 minutes

845-246-4501

$7 per activity; $1.00 per ten pitches in batting cage; Packages available 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Sunday until 5:30

518-678-5665

Underground cave tours and outdoor adventure park 2 hours 29 minutes

518-296-8900

Traditional 90-minute cave tour: Adults 16+, $25; Seniors, $22; Teens 12–15, $21; Children 5–11 $13; 4 and under: free.There are also more expensive tours available Temporarily Closed

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Saugerties Marina

Camelback Mountain Adventure

24 Ferry Street, Saugerties, NY 12477

243 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372

Tallest mountain in the Poconos boasting great mountain adventures, zipline, mountain coaster and zip flyer; indoor activities too.

Offering rentals of motor boats, canoes, kayaks and paddleboards 1 hour 23 minutes

845-246-7533

1 hour and 25 minutes

Varies

Varies by attraction

Call for details

Varies by attraction

LODGING

570-629-1663

MINYANIM

Greene Mountain View Inn

Bais Medrash Boston Tannersville

132 South Main Street, Tannersville, NY

5863 Main Street, Tannersville NY

347-522-5588

518-589-6521

Fourteen comfortable rooms in this kosher bed and breakfast in the heart of Tannersville. Breakfast served daily in their dining area. Under the hashgacha of Rabbi Binyamin Gruber. Walking distance to minyan.

They have a mikvah and provide towels and soap

Country K Suites

518-589-5830

6002 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 201-780-1617 Bed and breakfast with full kosher dairy restaurant on premises; breakfast included. Walking distance to minyan.

Congregation Anshei Hasharon 36 Tompkins Street, Tannersville, NY No parking on Tompkins Street

Kibbutz Bnei Hayeshivos South Main Street, Tannersville, NY 518-589-0121

Sun View Motel

Springwell Manor LLC

5844 Main Street, Tannersville, NY

103 County Road 25, Haines Falls, NY

518-589-5217

518-589-5094

Across the street from minyan.

Villa Vosilla

Hunter Synagogue Main St., Route 23A, Hunter, NY

6302 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 518-589-5060 Approximately a 20-minute walk to minyan.

Springwell Manor 103 Route 25, Haines Falls, NY

KOSHER FOOD

845-425-1996 Kid-friendly lodge with minyan, farm animals and playground on premises.

Kaatskill Mountain Club 62 Liftside Drive, Hunter, NY 800-486-8376 Right by Hunter Mountain

Country K 6002 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 518-589-1163 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday Fully stocked grocery, dairy restaurant and place to order entire Shabbos packages

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA

Battleship New Jersey

Independence National Historical Park

100 Clinton Street, Camden, NJ 08103

143 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Battleship that served in WWII, Korean, Vietnam, and Gulf Wars that gives a glimpse into military life 2 hours

856-966-1652

Square mile in U.S. with the most history, with tours of Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and Constitution Center 2 hours 2 minutes

800-537-7676

Adults: $21.95; Children and seniors: $17.00; Under 4 free

Most park sites are free; Benjamin Franklin Museum and National Constitution Center charge admission fees.

March: Sunday only: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m; April: open daily

Outdoor spaces open; some sites remain closed. 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The Franklin Institute

Adventure Aquarium

222 N. 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ 08103

Interactive museum that brings scientific concepts to life with fascinating exhibits 2 hours 5 minutes

215-448-1200

Aquarium with shark bridge, penguin island and touch pool 2 hours 2 minutes

856-365-3300

Adult: $23; child: $19 // Brand New Crayola IDEAworks exhibit: Adult: $35; child: $31 (includes general admission)

Midweek: Adult: $34; child: $23 Sunday: Adult: $37; child: $23

Advance Reservations Recommended /// Wed-Fri: 10am5pm; Sun: 10am-6pm; Closed Mon and Tues

Advance Reservations Required /// Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Sunday 9:00 a.m.–5:00

Wheel Fun Rentals at Franklin D. Roosevelt Park

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104

1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19145

Huge children’s zoo with incredible creatures and many fun activities 2 hours 8 minutes

215-243-1100

Ages 2 and up: $20; toddlers free Advance Reservations Required /// Wednesday and Sunday only; 9:30 a.m.–4:00

Variety of boats and bikes for rent in scenic park 2 hours 18 minutes

267-698-5624

Between $10 and $35 per hour Temporarily Closed

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Riverlink Ferry Camden Dock: 1 Riverside Drive, Philly Dock: 211 South Columbus Blvd

Ferry system provides cross-river transportation between the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts 2 hours

Chosson and Kallah Our Specialty

215-928-8804

Adults 13-65: $9; Children 3–12 and seniors: $7; Under 2 free Open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Open weekends in May and September.

LODGING PHILADELPHIA Hyatt at The Bellevue 200 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-893-1234

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel 3549 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-387-8000

KIMPTON Hotel Monaco 433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-925-2111

CHERRY HILL, NJ 16 minute drive

Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill 2349 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 856-665-6666

Marriott Residence Inn 1821 Old Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 856-429-6111

MINYAN There are many minyanim in the area, among them:

Congregation Beth Hamedrosh 200 Haverford Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096 610-642-6444

Bnai Israel–Ohev Zedek (Nusach Sefard) 8201 Castor Avenue 215-742-0400

Chabad Lubavitch–Cherry Hill 1925 Kresson Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 USA 856-874-1500

Keter Torah 405 Browning Lane, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 USA

D.Ganz 845.352.4470

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LAKE GEORGE, NEW YORK

Lake George Expedition Park

Funa’rama Fun Park

1912 Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845

135 Beach Road, Lake George, NY 12845

Great amusement park with 25 rides plus great shows for young children 2 hours 45 minutes

518-668-ROAR

$19.99 per person (under 2 free); If you enter after 3:00 p.m., the ticket includes the next day.

Temporarily Closed

2 hours 45 minutes $5 a ride; quarters for arcades

Parasailing Adventures

204 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845

2 Kurosaka Lane, Lake George, NY 12845

Pontoon for 5, 10 or 12 passengers to take out on gorgeous Lake George, available for 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 hours.

518-685-5331

Rates begin at $192 for 1 hour; midweek special: rent for 2 hours and get 3rd hour free

Lake George Cruises

Soar 300 feet into the air over Lake George. Onehour boat ride for the group, and each person is in the air for 8 to 10 minutes.

2 hours 45 minutes

518-681-9440

$79 per person ($20 discount for 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. boats) Opens May 2. 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Fort William Henry

2 Kurosaka Lane, Lake George, NY 12845

48 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845

Stunning Lake George views aboard the Horicon or the Adirondac vessel 2 hours 45 minutes

518-668-2159

Opens late May. 11:00 a.m. –11:00 p.m.

Lake George Boat Rentals

2 hours 45 minutes

Family summer fun with carousel, bumper boats, bumping cars, and more

518-668-4644

British fort and museum with dressed up guides 2 hours 45 minutes

518-668-5471

Adult: between $18 and $30; Children ages 3 to 11: between $9 and $18; Children under 3 ride free

Adults: $19.50; Seniors: $15.00; Children ages 5 to 15: $8.00

Opens early May Cruise times vary

Opens May 7 9:30 a.m. –6:00 p.m. (last admission 5:00 p.m.)

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Prospect Mountain

Tubby Tubes

Address for driving: Prospect Mountain Highway (off Route 9N/Canada Street, right across Lake George Chamber of Commerce); follow highway until the summit.

Address for hiking: 75 Smith Street, Lake George, NY 12845

1289 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846

Lake George iconic landmark with a 2,030-foot summit with breathtaking views 3 hours

518-668-5198

Lazy river tubing and snow-like tubing runs 2 hours 50 minutes

518-696-7222

$10 per car; Hiking is free

Lazy River Tubing: Adults: $29; Children: $24. Downhill tubing: Adults: $18; Children 12 and under: $15

Opens late May 10:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.

Opens late May. Lazy River Tubing: 2-hour trips start at 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; Summer slide park: 10:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. (Reservations are recommended)

Saddle Up Stables

Six Flags Great Escape

3513 Lake Shore Drive, Lake George, NY 12845

1172 Route 9, Queensbury, NY 12804

Horseback riding with views of Lake George 2 hours 50 minutes

518-668-4801

Opens late May. 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Walk-ins welcome

Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course

Major theme park with seven coasters and exciting selection of thrill, kids and family rides. Please note that one section of the park has water rides.

2 hours 45 minutes

$64.99 at gate; Children under 48”: $48.99; Children 2 and under: free; Discounts when ordering online. There are also tickets available for some separate attractions.

Opens May 1. 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; May to mid-June and September to October: open weekends only

Loon Lake Marina

35 Westwood Forest Lane, Bolton Landing, NY 12814

47 Marina Road, Chestertown, NY 12817

Rentals of pontoon boats, kayaks, canoes, rowboats and paddleboards

Thrilling adventure courses of different levels 3 hours

518-792-3500

518-494-7200

Starts at $45 for the 4-course 2-hour adventure. Each next level is $5 more and an hour longer. Children’s course is $30 for ages 6 and up and there’s a free playground. *There is a package available for Tubby Tubing and this attraction for $60.

Already open for the season; Opens at 8:30 a.m. (Reservations are recommended)

3 hours 10 minutes

518-494-3410

Varies by boat type Opens late May. 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.; Sundays from 9:00 a.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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LAKE GEORGE, NEW YORK

Shelving Rock Falls

Scenic Gondola Skyride

Shelving Rock Road, Fort Ann, NY 12827

793 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek, NY 12853

A half-hour gondola ride on Gore Mountain, with stunning views of the high peaks of the Southern Adirondacks.

Hiking and picnicking on the mountain as well.

Easy hike to 50-foot cascade. Park in Parking Lot 1. From there walk down the slope toward the bridge and follow the trail on the right, where there is a stream. From there it’s a ten-minute hike to get to the top of the falls for splendid views of the falls and creek bed. Walking further on the trail and turning right will lead you to views of the bottom of the falls.

3 hours 20 minutes 3 hours 15 minutes

518-251-2411

518-623-1200 July to September: Thursday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.; September to October: Sundays only: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Free

LODGING

MINYAN

These hotels were selected for their cleanliness, beauty and proximity to minyan. Many more lodging options of different price points are available, with quite a few along Route 9/Canada Street. Please inquire about location of pool and book accordingly.

Summer weekday minyanim are organized by Rabbi Rubin of Chabad of Saratoga Springs. The details were not yet announced at time of print. For Shabbos, there’s minyan available in Saratoga Springs.

Best Western of Lake George 2452 Route 9N, Lake George, NY 12845 518-668-5701 Simple well-kept hotel very close to minyan and the central Lake George attractions

Holiday Inn Resort Lake George 2223 Canada Street, Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845

MINYAN BETWEEN LAKE GEORGE AND MONSEY One minyan per area was listed, though some have more.

Saratoga | Chabad of Saratoga Springs 130 Circular Street, Saratoga, NY 12866 | 518-526-0773

Albany | The Shteeble 463 New Scotland Avenue, Albany NY 12208 | 518-423-4102

Tannersville | Mosdos Boston 5863 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12845 | 518-589-6521

518-668-5781

Monroe | Bais Hamedrash Hagadol

Geared for children with splash park and playground

12 Garfield Road, Monroe, NY 10950

Courtyard by Marriott Lake George

Auto se Sloastsbergs, Sloatsburg, NY 10974

The Mincha Area

365 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845 518-761-1150 Hotel across the lake that is walking distance to some attractions

Kathy’s Resort and Cottages 2354 Route 9N, Lake George, NY 12845 Rentals of chalets, suites, townhomes and studios, each with kitchen facilities.

(Housekeeping is not done during your stay, and minimum stay in season is one week.)

If you want to stay in Saratoga Springs over Shabbos, please email for information about accommodations, food and catering: saratogachabad@gmail.com.

KOSHER FOOD Chabad offers catered meals in Saratoga Springs b’hashgachas Rabbi Rubin of Saratoga Springs. 518-526-0773 | saratora@gmail.com

Price Chopper Lake George Corner Amherst and Iroquois Streets | 518-668-2337 Carries some kosher products; no chalav Yisroel milk

Price Chopper Albany 1892 Central Ave, Albany NY 12205 | 518-456-9314 Albany’s Colonie Kosher Price Chopper, well-stocked with kosher food, including milk, cholov Yisroel and pas Yisroel.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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BERKSHIRE MOUNTAINS

Mount Greylock Reservation

Jiminy Peak

30 Rockwell Road, Lansborough, MA 01237

37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA 01237

Highest peak in Massachusetts with breathtaking views throughout the 8-mile drive up 2 hours 49 minutes

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Mountain Adventure Park with mountain coasters, alpine slides, swings, trampolines and more 2 hours 30 minutes

413-738-5500

$20 parking

Summer rates and hours not yet posted at time of print.

Dawn to dusk. Campgrounds and auto road open midMay to mid-October.

Advance Reservations Recommended

U-Drive Rent-a-Boat

Ioka Valley Farm

1651 North Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

3475 MA-43, Hancock, MA 01237

Interactive farm with farmthemed activities

Pontoon boat rental 2 hours 27 minutes

413-281-4196

2 hours 23 minutes

413-738-5915

1 hour: $120; 2 hours: $200; 3 hours: $300; 4 hours: $380; All day: $650

Rates not yet posted at time of print.

Opens Memorial Day. 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.; By reservation only

Tues - Fri: 10am - 5pm. Opens last week of June.

Onota Boat Livery

Berkshire Botanical Garden

463 Pecks Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201

5 W. Stockbridge Road, Stockbridge, MA 01266

Rowboats, kayaks, pedal boats, canoes, fishing boats, power boats and pontoons available for rent 2 hours 23 minutes

413-442-1724

Starts at $25 an hour Monday to Friday: 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 7:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

15 acres of cultivated land of floral art and garden 2 hours 10 minutes

413-298-3926

Adults: $15; Students: $12; Children under 12: free Temporarily Closed

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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800-882-8859

PITTSFIELD near Chabad of The Berkshires

Crowne Plaza–Pittsfield Berkshires 1 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 413-499-2000

Yankee Inn 461 Pittsfield Road, Lenox, MA 01240 413-499-3700

best western plus berkshire hills inn and suites 1350 W. Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 (413) 442-8714

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MINYAN Chabad of The Berkshires 450 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 24 minutes from Jiminy Peak On Shabbos, the minyan is in Lenox.

Contact: 413-499-9899 | www.jewishberkshires.com

KOSHER FOOD Chabad offers a basic menu of prepared foods that are prepared fresh.

Orders must be placed one week prior to pickup or delivery. Call the above number for more information.

There’s a Stop and Shop and Price Chopper in the area that carry some kosher products.

Do you know of an excursion that’s not listed here? Email us at comments@ themonseyview.com, and it’ll be included in next year’s Excursions.

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LANCASTER, PENNSYLVANIA

AAA Buggy Rides

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm

3529 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gordonville, PA 17534

150 Cherry Hill Road, Ronks, PA 17572

Over 50 fun farm activities, including pedal karts, wagon rides, slides, bounce areas, zip lines, corn maze and petting zoo

Amish Country tours aboard authentic horse and buggy 2 hours 48 minutes

717-989-2829

2 hours 47 minutes

866-546-1799

Starting from Adults: $15; Children 12 and under: $7; Under 2 free

Starting at $17.95

Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

July and August: Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 a.m.

Amish Country

Strasburg Railroad

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572

Take in the sights and muted sounds of this beautiful scenic farming town

Scenic ride through Lancaster County farmland in authentic steam train

2 hour 55 minutes

2 hours 49 minutes

Free

Starts at: 12+: $16.50; child (2–11): $9.50; under 2: free

Always accessible

By online reservation only

Dutch Wonderland

Choo Choo Train Barn

2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602

226 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572

Train display with operating model trains and handcreated animated figures

Amusement park with over 35 rides, attractions and shows 2 hours 47 minutes

866-725-9666

866-FUNATDW (386-2839)

2 hours 49 minutes

800-450-2920

Ages 3+: $39 in advance, up to $49 when purchased on the same day

Adult: $8.50; child (3–11): $5; toddlers free

Season begins April 15. 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. daily; last admission at 4:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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LANCASTER, PENNSYLVANIA

Herr’s Snack Factory Tour

Julius Sturgis Pretzel Factory

20 Herr Drive, Nottingham, PA 19362

219 East Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543

A tour of the real factory, the real workers and the real process of making chips 2 hours 47 minutes

1-800-63-SNACK

Free

Tour and hands-on lesson in pretzel twisting and baking 2 hours 45 minutes

717-626-4354

Adults: $3.75; Children: $2.75

Temporarily Closed

Reservations Recommended. Monday to Friday: 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Sunday: 12:00–4:00 p.m.

Kreider Dairy Farm

LODGING

1467 Lancaster Road, Manheim, PA

Best Western Premier Eden Resort & Suites Upscale hotel with great accommodations for families.

Please note that there’s a water playground on premises.

222 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 717-569-6444

Amish View Inn & Suites Fascinating dairy farm tour 3 hours

717-665-5039

This upscale hotel has a close-up view of Amish Town and working farms and buggy rides right nearby 3125 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird in Hand, PA 17505 717-768-1162

Fairfield Inn and Suites 150 Granite Run Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601

$14 for group tour; $40 for tour in your own car

717-581-1800

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Lancaster

Temporarily Closed

2045 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA 17602 717-290-7100

Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster 855-277-5057

Amish Village

101 Granite Run Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601-6803

199 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks , PA 17572

Guided tour of Amish way of life in this 1840 farmhouse and scenic grounds 2 hours 51 minutes

MINYAN Degel Israel congregation 1120 Columbia Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603 USA | 717-3920884 | Email: hello@degelisrael.org

717-687-8511

Adult: $11 for 25-minute house tour; $24 for bus tour; $30 combined tours. Child (5–12): $6.50 for house tour, $17 for bus tour, $20 combined tours. Under 4: free for house tour, $17 for bus tour

KOSHER FOOD Franklin and Marshall College has a kosher dining section under Star-K supervision. Several grocery stores carry a selection of kosher meat.

Monday to Friday: opens 9:00 a.m.; Sunday: opens 10:00 a.m. Last tour at 5:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND

Newport Rhode Island Mansions Preservation Society of Newport County: 424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

Touro Synagogue Tours 85 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840

Opulent and magnificent preserved mansions used as summer homes for families like the Vanderbilts and the Astors 3 hours

401-847-1000

Varies by mansion

A historic tour of the oldest shul in the U.S. and one of the most architecturally distinguished buildings 3 hours

Adults: $12; Seniors and students: $10; Under 13 free

The Breakers and The Elms are open

Currently Closed (check if outdoor minyan is on)

The Breakers

The Marble House

44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

596 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

The grandest of Newport’s mansions, this was Vanderbilt’s “summer cottage.”

3 hours

401-847-4794

401-847-1000

Adult: $26; Youth (6-17): $8

One of Newport’s magnificent mansions 3 hours

401-847-1000

Adult: $18; Youth (6-17): $8

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., last admission 4:00 p.m.

The Cliff Walk

Currently Closed

The Harbor

Newport, RI 02840

Newport, RI 02840

Public access to Newport’s rocky shoreline Many vendors alongside the harbor for cruises and ferries

3 hours Free Always accessible 3 hours

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND

LODGING The first three hotels are in the vicinity of the mansions and harbor— the most popular, though costly, lodging choices.

Bassi’s

The Hotel Viking 1 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 401-847-3300 Mansion-style luxury hotel with suites designed after Newport mansions.

Gurney’s Newport Resort and Marina 1 Goat Island, Newport, RI 02840 401-849-2600 Beautiful hotel on Goat Island at the ocean. Suspension bridge connects to the main area of Newport.

Newport Marriott

Now in Monsey

25 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 401-849-1000 Luxury hotel in the very heart of Newport.

CHEAPER LODGING OPTIONS 10 minutes from the center:

Courtyard Marriott 9 Commerce Drive, Middletown, RI 02842

One on one Weight loss Coach Personalized menus

401-849-8000 10 minutes from center of Middletown. Very pleasant and fairly priced family-oriented hotel.

24/6 text support

Hampton Inn & Suites

Weekly weigh-ins

317 W. Main Road, Middletown, RI 401-848-6555 6 minutes from center

Mainstay Hotel & Conference Center 151 Admiral Kalbfus Road, Newport, RI

Balanced and portion-controlled meal plan

401-849-9880 8 minutes from center

Motel 6 Newport 249 JT Connell Hwy., Newport, RI 401-848-0600

MONSEY

C. G. MARKOWITZ Ladies/Teens

718-930-8716 16 Fawnhill Drive, Airmont, NY

MINYAN Touro Synagogue 85 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840 401-847-4794 Currently Closed (check if outdoor minyan is on)

BORO PARK

BASSI

Ladies/Teens

718-473.7505

Boys/Men

917-991-3355

A NEW WEIGH OF LIFE!

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KILLINGTON, VERMONT

Killington Adventure Center

Thundering Brook Falls Trail

4763 Killington Road, Killington, Vermont 05751

2295 River Road, Killington, Vermont 05751

Main area for Killington attractions, which include Alpine tubing, ATV tours, Gondola rides, chairlift rides, boating, mountain coaster, Segway tours, biking and more 11 minutes from Killington

Wellmaintained trail for hike to views of breathtaking waterfalls

800-621-6867

Day pass: Adult (ages 7+): $59; child (ages 6 and under): $35. Advance purchase discounts apply. Single ticket options available too.

12 minutes from Killington

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Free

Boating at Kent Pond

Bromley Mountain Resort

Kayak King at Base Camp Outfitters, 2363 US-4, Killington, Vermont 05751, Kent Pond Boat Ramp: GPS Coordinates: 43.672927, -72.799920 Killington, Vermont 05751

Kayak King at Base Camp Outfitters rents kayaks and delivers them to nearby Kent Pond 7 minutes from Killington 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

802-345-1011

3984 VT-11, Peru, Vermont 05152

Marvelous adventure park with alpine slides, climbing walls, swings, boats and water slides 1 hour from Killington

802-824-5522

Many different passes available 10:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

LODGING, MINYAN AND FOOD

Vermont Menucha Rents out condos in Killington and provides minyan and the option of purchasing suppers and Shabbos food, as well as a mini-mart with kosher grocery items and paper goods. July and August | 914-410-8848

Vermont Getaway Option of renting condos or hotel room. They provide minyan for their guests. Hotel has a caterer on premises and the condo guests can purchase meals for pick-up or have them delivered.

732-444-8688

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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BETHLEHEM / LINCOLN, NEW HAMPSHIRE

Lake Winnipesaukee

Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves 1712 Lost River Road, Route 112W, North Woodstock, New Hampshire 03262

Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH 03249

Largest lake in New Hampshire, with majestic views and boating

A must-visit boardwalk adventure through the gorge.

13 minutes from Lincoln, 31 minutes from Bethlehem Ages 4+: $22; 3 and under: free Advance Reservations Required /// May 7 to October 17: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

1 hour 14 minutes from Lincoln, 1 hour 30 minutes from Bethlehem

Attitash Mountain Resort

Mount Washington Auto Road 1 Mount Washington Auto Road/Route 16 Pinkham Notch, Gorham 03581

775 Route 302, Bartlett, NH 03812

Mountain adventure park with mountain coasters, alpine slides and many more exciting activities 50 minutes from Lincoln, 40 minutes from Bethlehem

800-223-7669

Pay per ride; Full- or half-day tickets available Summer: On-mountain attractions open daily, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Horseback and pony rides, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Last ride out at 4:00.

Flume Gorge

Road leading to highest peak in Northeast with breathtaking views.

1 hour from Lincoln, 50 minutes from Bethlehem

603-466-3988

Car and driver: $31; Adult passenger: $9; Children 5–12: $7; Under 5 free. 2-hour guided Tour: Adult, $36; Senior, $31; Children 5–12, $16; Under 5 free May: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. May 25 to June 14: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. June 16 to August 25: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. August 26 to October 6: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Until late October: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Mount Washington Cog Railroad

52 Daniel Webster Hwy, Lincoln, NH 03251

3168 Base Station Road, Marshfield Station, NH

Self-guided walk through natural chasm, over bridges and past waterfalls, with fun for the whole family 20 minutes from Bethlehem

603-745-8031

603-745-8391

Mountainclimbing railway up Mount Washington 37 minutes from Lincoln, 29 minutes from Bethlehem

603-278-5404

Adults: $16; Children 6-11: $13; Under 5 free

Adults 13–64: $72–$81; Children 4–12: $41;–$50 Under 3 free

May 5 to October 21: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Until 5:30 p.m. in the summer.

Open June through October, and some days in April, May, and November

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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Saco Canoe Rental Company

Loon Mountain Resort

558 White Mountain Highway, Conway, NH 03818

60 Loon Mountain Road, Lincoln, NH 03251

Adventure park with gondola skyride, trails, glacial caves, bicycle rental and many activities Canoe, kayak and tube rental 54 minutes from Lincoln, 1 hour from Bethlehem

603-447-4275

Boats: $20–50. Tubing: Adults, $20; Under 12, $12

Clark’s Trading Post

25 minutes from Bethlehem Pay per ride or purchase pass

Advance Reservations Required /// Summer: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Spring and fall: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway

110 Daniel Webster Highway, Lincoln, NH 03251

260 Tramway Drive, Franconia, NH 03580

Children’s fun center with bear show, train ride, climbing tower, Segways, raft rides and more 23 minutes from Bethlehem

603-745-8111

603-745-8913

80-passenger tram that leads you to spectacular views on mountain Right near Lincoln, 15 minutes from Bethlehem

603-823-8800

Ages 4–64: $25; seniors: $22; toddlers free

Round trip: Adults 13+: $18; Children 6–12: $16; Children 5 and under: free with adult

Opens May. Summer hours: 9:30 a.m.–5:00 or 5:30 p.m.

Spring/fall: 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Summer hours: 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Omni Mount Washington Resort 310 Mount Washington Hotel Road, Bretton Woods, NH 03575

Historical luxury resort with gorgeous grounds and breathtaking views 29 minutes from Lincoln, 20 minutes from Bethlehem

603-278-1000

Bretton Woods Adventure Center 99 Ski Area Road, Bretton Woods, NH 03575

Summer activities include chairlifts, ziplines, rock wall climbing, biking, go-karts, tubing and horseback riding 29 minutes from Lincoln, 20 minutes from Bethlehem

603-278-3335

Purchase pass:es or pay per ride.

Summer: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Due to COVID-19, many attractions did not have updated information available. Please call prior to visiting to confirm current hours and pricing.

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LODGING LINCOLN Days Inn Lincoln Minyan on premises 557 US-3, Lincoln, NH 03251 | 603-7458118 Separate indoor pool with hours for men and women in August. (You can arrange to purchase a pool key even if you’re not a guest.)

Woodwards Resort 1-minute walk to minyan 527 US-3, Lincoln, NH 03251 | woodwardsresort.com | 603-745-8141

Indian Head Resort 11-minute walk to minyan 664 US-3, Lincoln, NH 03251 | 800-3438000

Omni Mount Washington Resort 310 Mount Washington Hotel Road, Bretton Woods, NH 03575 800-843-6664 Luxurious hotel with Renaissance-era architecture featuring elegant rooms and suites decorated in refined New England style, set upon a huge property with many amenities and attractions on site.

Loon Reservation Service 800-745-5666 Vacation rental broker that will arrange condominium, townhouse, resorts or private home rentals for your stay in the White Mountains.

BETHLEHEM Hearthside Village Cottage Motel 20-minute walk to minyan 1267 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574 | 603-444-1000 Quaint cottages with fridges and options of kitchenettes and fireplaces. (The bathrooms have showers only.) The landscaped grounds have barbecue grills and picnic tables. The game room has a ping-pong table, and there’s an outdoor children’s play area. Parking space is available for each cottage. Outdoor pool has separate hours for men and women.

KOSHER FOOD Price Chopper brings in a full array of kosher items for the summer months, including chalav Yisroel cheeses and cream cheese, dips, frozen pizza, rugelach, assorted snacks, etc.

10 Paper Mill Drive, Lincoln, NH 03251 603-745-3969

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Hello, Chaverim?…

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took a hike on Bear Mountains. It was supposed to be a two-hour trail, but it seems like I lost my way. I am trekking for five hours already and it doesn’t seem like I’m finding my way out. It’s getting dark and cold and I have no jacket or sweater to keep warm. I’m also running low on water.

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THIS IS A TYPICAL CALL TO THE CHAVERIM OF ROCKLAND HOTLINE WHICH IS COVERED

BY THEIR HIGHLY TRAINED SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM.

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Pesach 2021

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bout sixteen years ago during the winter of 2005-06, the founder of Chaverim of Rockland – the first Chaverim unit in the world - realized that there is a void that must be filled.

Calls kept on coming in to the Chaverim helpline from frantic community members reporting on lost hikers.

Time and again the callers said that they were advised by law enforcement that Search and Rescue resources would be deployed after the hiker has been missing for 24 hours or more.

Since Rockland County is surrounded by tens of thousands of acres of mountainous terrain, with more than two hundred miles of hiking trails, it became ordinary for people to go out hiking. But without any hiking experience it is very easy for people to get disoriented and lose their trail.

Furthermore, when a person is lost in a forest, even if contact is made via phone, there is no way to give the person directions, such as “walk straight and keep to the right”, because all surrounding areas look the same. People might be under the impression that they’re walking straight while they keep on going in circles.

Chaverim of Rockland

knew it’s time to act. They must be the pioneers once again and launch their own

Search & Rescue Team to answer those helpless calls. They must assemble a qualified team, trained to locate lost people and to rescue injured hikers or those in serious danger of injury in remote and forested areas.

An internal message was sent out to all Chaverim of Rockland volunteers. Anyone physically and emotionally fit for the rigorous work and continuous training of Wilderness Search and Rescue can join the special unit.

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n order to fit the profile, the volunteers must be able to hike for many hours while dragging approximately forty pounds of gear in their backpack. Additionally, they must be ready to drop whatever they are doing and respond to the calls at a moments notice.

Within a short period of time, a team of twentytwo qualified volunteers was assembled, all ready willing and able to launch the new team.

At the onset, the team received rigorous training from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers as well as from the Rockland County Sheriff’s office. These training courses included search management, national incident command systems (ICS), map and compass search techniques, the use of global positioning system (GPS) units and basic first aid.

Those training courses were followed by a Wilderness Survival Training conducted by survivalist and founder of Rockland Chaverim, Reb Shaye Zev Erps. The training was conducted at a huge 140+ acre undeveloped terrestrial, where the team was taught crucial survival skills while operating in the wilderness. This included keeping warm, trekking on slippery and treacherous surfaces, as well as improvised navigational skills using the sun, the moon and the stars.

Once the initial training was done, Chaverim purchased the most sophisticated SAR equipment and gear for the volunteers, and the team was all set and ready to roll.

Once the team was in operation it didn’t take long for them to be put to work. Within the first couple of months the team started responding to Search and Rescue calls.

Now – fifteen years later, with members of our community taking to the trails like never before, Search and Rescue operations have become ever more important. As a result, the Chaverim team has grown to more than forty members.

Being part of the team is a tremendous commitment, firstly, due to the continuous training, which is held during the most inclement weather, as you never know under which circumstances the next call will come in.

Secondly, since most of the calls come in when people are already desperate, such as Erev Shabbos and Erev Yom

Tov. There were many instances where the Chaverim team deployed right before Shabbos, on the night of Shemini Atzeres and Shevii Shel Pesach. These are times when everyone wants to be home with their families rather than hiking the woods with forty pounds of gear.

Furthermore, an average Chaverim call takes five to ten minutes but an average Search and Rescue call can take four to five hours, and sometimes even more.

Throughout the years, Chaverim Search and Rescue developed close working relationships with multiple law enforcement agencies who recognize their services, respect their expertise, and even count on them for mutual assistance.

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dark and rainy night several months ago, at about 5:40 pm, a call came in to the Chaverim Hotline from a third party. The caller reported that he just got a call from his friend who went hiking at Kakiat Park but after several hours he couldn’t find his way out. The hiker managed to send his live location via WhatsApp but then his phone battery went dead, and all contact with him was lost.

CHAVERIM

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R O C K L A N D 24/7 HOTLINE

845.371.6333 FROM THE MANY YEARS THAT CHAVERIM HAS BEEN RESPONDING TO THESE SEARCH AND RESCUE CALLS, MANY LESSONS HAVE BEEN LEARNT.

PLEASE BEAR IN MIND THE FOLLOWING WHEN PLANNING A

HIKE your phone maps or 1Dohikingnotappsrelyforonmapping.

Many people are

not familiar with the proper use of those apps. Furthermore, phone batteries tend to drain much faster when in an area with no reception since the phone is constantly searching for a signal.

always make sure to be in possession 2Therefore, of paper maps too. make sure 3Ifto youkeephaveonlytwooneoronmoreat anyphones given time, in order to preserve battery life.

Chaverim received a screen shot of the location; however, the team wasn’t able to get the coordinates since it was a picture and not the actual map.

sure to leave a detailed trail plan with 4Make someone who is not going along, to be utilized

The team members matched the screenshot to the best of their ability with a possible location on a map according to the streams and the lakes in the picture. They set out working their way into the woods based on those images.

think you may be lost, don’t wait for 5Iflastyouminute to call for help. Reach out for

However, they had no clue if the hiker was still at the same location, since the friend told him to keep moving to stay warm.

in case of emergency.

help early before it turns into a desperate situation.

common sense when entering a trail, do 6Use not start a hike too close to to the Zman before

Five separate teams were deployed and entered the woods from separate entry points. Every team was given different instructions as to the method of their search. The ground was extremely slick due to the rain and the fallen leaves. However, as a result of the rigorous training and the bravery of team members they marched right into the thick of it.

Shabbos or Yom Tov or close to nightfall.

They were instructed to shout the hiker’s name, hoping to hear him respond which he eventually did.

additional service, effective this coming 8AsCholanHamoed season, the Chaverim Search and

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he first team entered the woods at 6:23 pm, just 43 minutes after the call was initiated. At 8:35pm, two hours and ten minutes after the first team entered the woods, verbal contact was made with the hiker and at 9:30pm the hiker was out of the woods, escorted by Chaverim Search and Rescue.

The responding law enforcement personnel commended the courageous response of Chaverim as they selflessly braved the inclement weather and treacherous ground conditions.

finally, follow the famous rule to stay 7And put. Don’t go any further, even if it may seem like the woods are clearing up further down. Forests are deceiving.

Rescue team will take on a proactive approach, in addition to its reactive role.

Chaverim call center will be able to 9The offer advice, guidance, maps, and literature

for groups who intend to go hiking.

Additionally, Chaverim will be able to provide one of their SAR team members to accompany larger groups on their hikes, subject to availability.