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Other new adventure attractions across the state include Big Bear Ziplines (888/947-2294; bigbearziplines.com) at Hyde Park in the Hudson Valley. In the Catskills, the New York Zipline at Hunter Mountain, the longest and highest in North America, offers thrills for the whole family with zips and canopy tours from tame to wild. Yep; you can zip year-round! 518/263-5580; huntermtn.com.
More Family Fun!
News flash: The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, set on the historic aircraft carrier, has been chosen as the new home for Enterprise, the first Space Shuttle Orbiter and one of our nation’s greatest technological achievements. To experience life aboard The Intrepid, check out the new schedule of “Operation Slumber” overnight visits for families. 877/957-7447; intrepidmuseum.org
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Above: New York Zipline at Hunter Mountain
Cool Cultural Updates
Art and performance centers throughout the state are all dressed up in seasonal finery! The Metropolitan Museum in Manhattan is celebrating its new exhibits and galleries with special events featuring world-renowned artists. Catch a pop or classical concert amid a wonderland of inspiring artwork (212/535-7710; metmuseum.org). Special holiday concerts are designed to appeal to all ages. Check out nycgo.com for information on cool New York City events and shows. Broadway comes to Buffalo’s theater district to spice up the season. Great performances at Shea’s Performing Arts Center are highlighted by their renowned Broadway Series, featuring six fully-staged productions. 716/847-1410; sheas.org
Above: Space Shuttle Enterprise At right: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
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Above: Shea’s Performing Arts Center At right: The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of ILNY Travel Guide - Winter 2012
ILNY Travel Guide - Winter 2012
Contents
What's Hot this Winter
Family Fun
Downhill Skiing, Riding & Tubing
Cross-Country Skiing
Ski Centers Map
Snowshoeing
Winter Fishing
Snowmobiling
Upstate Excitement
Winter Events
ILNY Travel Guide - Winter 2012
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