The Eagle Institute is a charitable organization whose aim is to help protect America's birds of prey, such as the Bald Eagle. During the Winter months a large number of Bald Eagles migrate to the area. The institute organizes viewing tours so the public can see these rare and majestic birds. Kids will love to see these amazing birds in their natural habitat, and taking a tour with a trained professional will give them chance to learn all about the animals.
The Eagle Institute
176 Scenic Drive
Lackawaxen, PA 18435
845-557-6162
eagleinstitute.org
Triple W stables offers children 9 years old and above the chance to learn to horseback ride, and explore the areas riding trails. All riders are interviewed so that the stable can assign a suitable horse based on experience level. The team at Triple W give riders a full tutorial making sure they know everything they need to handle the horses safely. Three scenic riding trails are available in the area and organized group rides are run daily. If riding a horse is a little intimidating for some, wagon and sleigh rides are also run from the stables.
Triple W Stables
292 Beachnut Drive
Hawley, PA 18428
570-226-2620
triplewstable.com
Costa's Family Fun Park is a seasonal attraction in Pike County. Open throughout July and August and on select weekends during June and September, it offers fun for kids of all ages. Activities at the park include water slides, go-karts, mini golf and laser tag. The park accepts discounted group bookings of 20 to 100 people based on advanced notice.
Costa's Family Fun Park
2111 Route 6
Hawley, PA 18428
570-226-8585
costasfamilyfunpark.com
The Dorflinger-Suydam Sanctuary offers miles of nature trails, a glass museum, and a historic glass mill. Kids can learn about the area's wildlife, flowers and the historic glass making industry as they tour the site. A wildflower music festival is held annually during the summer which takes place outside, weather permitting.
Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary
P.O. Box 356
White Mills, PA 18473
570-253-5500
dorflinger.org