When I was growing up, whenever we wanted to go to a park near the Hudson River, we went to Memorial Park. Since then, I discovered many other beautiful spots along the Hudson River. I didn’t go back to Memorial Park for over 10 years....
One of the first scenic nature local places I think of when someone asks me to recommend a place to go is Nyack Beach State Park. Although the actual beach is miniscule and no swimming or wading is allowed, there is a magnificent walking path...
I was completely blown away by the quantity and variety of climbing options in the 14,000 square foot of climbing area at High Exposure. Each of the different elements is designed in exciting ways. There aren’t just rock climbing walls, although there are plenty of those...
If you are in the mood of a roller coaster ride while shopping, just head down to OMG Entertainment on the first floor of the Palisades Center Mall, where you will be treated to a virtual reality roller coaster ride while strapped into an actual...
It’s wild to think that you can go shopping in the mall and then, without even leaving, take a thrilling ride in the 43,000 square foot facility on a racing kart which can reach the speed of 50 MPH! You never have to reschedule due to...
Over the years I’ve had a few Virtual Reality experiences. Each time it would be a single ride included with other activities. I was never at a facility that has a variety of Virtual Reality options to experience as does VR ExoDrome in the Palisades...
While shopping at the Palisades Mall, you can’t help but stop and watch the people enjoying a challenging climb in the center of the mall on the world’s largest indoor ropes course, an 85 foot adventure climbing course. The Palisades Adventure Course begins on the 4th...
The water slides and water playground are by far the biggest attractions at Bowline Point Park. These water activities are set outdoors near the three playgrounds and volleyball courts. Each playground is geared to different ages, with one playground that is handicap accessible, and one...
I didn’t remember Congers Lake being so beautiful and enjoyable. I hadn’t been there in many many years and just went for a visit recently. I was surprised to see how popular it is. We saw a nice amount of people walking around the lake...
Imagine biting in to a juicy sweet nectarine or peach just picked off the tree. That’s exactly what we experienced last week after visiting Demarest Farm. Demarest Farm is a family owned picking farm since 1970. In the summer they offer peach picking, and in the...