10 Outdoor Activities in Hudson River Valley That You Shouldn't Miss

The Cary Institute is a not-for-profit environmental research and education center. Its staff is dedicated to understanding the natural world. Parts of the 2,000-acre campus have been designated for public access, its grounds provide visitors with a unique opportunity to connect with nature and view local wildlife. Hiking trails and internal roadways (for biking) are open from April 1 to October 31. The Cary Institute holds frequent free public programs.

Rivertide Jamaica Retreats provides unique retreat experiences where relaxation, action and mindfulness come together. For those who seek both wellness and adventure, our various retreat themes include martial arts training, yoga & mountain biking, all in the "One Love" Caribbean island of Jamaica.

Come visit our countryside farm in the historic Hudson Valley, original homestead dating back to 1850 on 25 bucolic pastured acres raising alpacas, llamas, sheep and goats. We offer llama/alpaca walks on trails offering scenic vistas, rolling hillsides and pastural settings. Our tours are 1 1/2 hr long introducing you and encouraging hands on our smaller, animals, followed by an hour hike with a llama or alpaca all to yourself. You will experience our very charamastic camelids while strolling through pastures, hopfield, meadows and woods for a unforgettable experience.

2020 Airshow Season Cancelled. Shows will resume in 2021. Biplane rides available by appointment. The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is a true “living” museum of antique aviation located in the historic town of Rhinebeck, New York. We present one of the largest collections of early aeroplanes in the world, as well as automobiles, motorcycles, early engines and memorabilia spanning the period from 1900-1939. The Aerodrome offers four museum buildings housing static displays of aircraft from the pioneer, World War I and Lindbergh/barnstorming eras which are open to the public seven days a week from May to October.