It&#39;s summertime on Long Island and there is plenty to do and explore on land and by sea. From beaches to wineries, here is your ultimate guide to fun in the sun featuring stories in Newsday&#39;s Fun Book.

Things to Do

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Find lush gardens, woodland paths and plenty of fresh air at Long Island’s botanical gardens and arboretums. 
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<h2> Bailey Arboretum </h2> 
 Hours:&nbsp;9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sun.&nbsp;Features:&nbsp;42 acres, self-guided nature trails, children’s outdoor classroom, a newly renovated sensory garden. A collection of trees including dawn redwoods. Flowering trees in spring, annuals and perennials throughout the spring and summer. Offers guided walks, educational programs and events and wedding rentals. Fee:&nbsp;Free for 2023 due to pond restoration. Parking will be limited.&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;516-801-1458, <a href="http://baileyarboretum.org">baileyarboretum.org</a>;&nbsp;194 Bayville Rd., Locust Valley. 
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<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Clark Botanic Garden </h2> 
 Hours:&nbsp;10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily April-Oct., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily Nov.-March.&nbsp;Features: 12 acres of specialty gardens, roses, day lilies, rock garden, herbs, butterfly garden, conifers. Set among three brook-fed ponds and curving paths with an apiary.&nbsp;Variety of garden-related items, honey and pollen sold in the gift shop. Dogs are not permitted. Summer concert series and a number of special events held throughout the year. Community garden beds and tours available. Fee: Free. More info:&nbsp;516-869-7637, <a href="http://clarkbotanic.org">clarkbotanic.org</a>;&nbsp;193 I.U. Willets Rd., Albertson. 
<h2> Hofstra Arboretum </h2> 
 Hours: Dawn-dusk daily. Features: Spread across the 238-acre campus, with a pinetum and a greenway. A sensory garden features tactile and aromatic plants at wheelchair level.&nbsp;The Sondra Rubin Mack Garden, a New American garden on the north campus, features easy-care perennials and a bird sanctuary (open during guided tours only). Gothic labyrinth made from 40 feet of circular granite with parterre and knot garden; take a self-guided tour or call for guided group tours.&nbsp;Fee: Free. More info: 516-463-6623,&nbsp;<a href="https://hofstra.edu/arboretum/">hofstra.edu/arboretum</a>;&nbsp;129 Hofstra University, Hempstead. 
<h2> John P. Humes Japanese Stroll Garden </h2> 
 Hours: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. and 1-5 p.m. Sun., May 6-Oct. 29. Features:&nbsp;7 acres with elements that follow Japanese aesthetic principles, encouraging a contemplative experience. Gravel paths represent streams forming pools and cascading over waterfalls, eventually flowing into the ocean, represented by a pond. Fee:&nbsp;Free. More info:&nbsp;516-922-1028, <a href="http://northshorelandalliance.org">northshorelandalliance.org</a>;&nbsp;Dogwood Lane and Oyster Bay Road, Mill Neck. 
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<h2> Old Westbury Gardens </h2> 
 Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily (closed Tue.) April 1-Oct 31. House closes from 1-1:40 p.m. daily. Features: The 20th-century mansion is surrounded by over 200 acres, including formal gardens like the world-famous Walled Garden, rose garden, cottage garden, wooded trails, lakes and sweeping lawns. Caf&eacute; in the Woods offers a selection of sandwiches, salads and beverages. Fee: $15 (advance purchase currently required),&nbsp;$13 ages 62 and older and full-time students,&nbsp;$8 ages 7-17,&nbsp;free 6 and younger; group rates. Additional fees for special events.&nbsp;More info: 516-333-0048, <a href="http://oldwestburygardens.org">oldwestburygardens.org</a>;&nbsp;71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 
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<h2> Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park </h2> 
 Hours: Greenhouses,&nbsp;10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wed.-Mon. Features: 409 acres; 6 miles of trails and 200 acres of landscaped plantings, synoptic garden, rose garden, main greenhouse with orchids, begonias, cactuses and other tropical plants, camellia house, gift shop. Caf&eacute; and visitors center in the Hay Barn. Fee: $8 a car daily through Labor Day; weekends and holidays in April and Sept. 5-Nov. 19. Tour: Coe Hall guided tours 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed.-Fri. and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat.-Sun., self-guided tours 2-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun.;&nbsp;$10 ages 18-61, $9 ages 62 and older, $5 ages 7-17, free ages 6 and younger. Tour availability may vary.&nbsp;More info: 516-922-9200,&nbsp;<a href="http://plantingfields.org">plantingfields.org</a>;&nbsp;1395 Planting Fields Rd., Oyster Bay. 
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<h2> Bayard Cutting Arboretum </h2> 
 Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov.-March, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April-Oct.; Closed Mon. Features: 691&nbsp;acres along the Connetquot River. Enjoy bird-watching, nature walks, woodlands and rhododendron gardens. Pets, bicycle riding, picnics, sports, bathing and games are not permitted. Arboretum grounds and Manor House tours available all year. Hidden Oak Cafe and Manor House overlook the great lawn. Fee: $8 per vehicle April-Nov. Special events may have additional entrance fees. More info: 631-581-1002, <a href="http://bayardcuttingarboretum.com">bayardcuttingarboretum.com</a>;&nbsp;440 Montauk Hwy. (Route 27A), Great River. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Bridge Gardens </h2> 
 Hours:&nbsp;10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Features: 5-acre garden with a large herb garden showcasing culinary, medicinal, textile dye and ornamental herbs, perennial beds and borders with native and nonnative plants, ornamental shrubs and trees. Expansive vegetable garden, community gardens, numerous educational workshops showcase low-impact, sustainable landscape methods. Programming includes garden tours, garden-to-table demonstrations, children’s StoryWalk, summer painting classes and Autumn Open House. Fee:&nbsp;Free. More info:&nbsp;631-283-3195,&nbsp;<a href="http://peconiclandtrust.org">peconiclandtrust.org</a>;&nbsp;36 Mitchell Lane, Bridgehampton. 
<h2> Longhouse Reserve </h2> 
 Season: April 1-Dec. 29. Features: A 16-acre sculpture garden with works by many artists. Includes seasonal blooms, established lawns, collections of bamboo and grasses, conifers and broad-leaved evergreens, ornamental borders, a pond, reflecting pool, and all&eacute;es anchored by sculptures. Fee:&nbsp;$20,&nbsp;$10 seniors, free to children through 12th grade.&nbsp;Reservations can be made on the website. More info:&nbsp;631-329-3568, <a href="http://longhouse.org">longhouse.org</a>;&nbsp;133 Hands Creek Rd., East Hampton. 
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<h2> Madoo Conservancy </h2> 
 Hours: Noon-4&nbsp;p.m. Fri.-Sat., and beginning June 15 noon-4 p.m. Wed. through Sept. 17, by appointment.&nbsp;Season:&nbsp;April 15-Sept. 17. Features:&nbsp;A&nbsp;2-acre organic garden created by writer and gardener Robert Dash (1931-2013). Within the property, one can see gardens with American, European and Asian influences. Highlights include an Asian-inspired bridge crossing a pond, an exotic garden and sunken terrace, a yew and mulberry maze, and a potager, a French-style vegetable garden.&nbsp;The rill garden has been reinstalled this spring.&nbsp;Two historic houses, one from 1740 that has been restored and the other from 1850, are found within the landscape. Exhibits:&nbsp;Dash's former painting studio, now a gallery,&nbsp;exhibits&nbsp;contemporary art&nbsp;through the season.&nbsp;Fee: Free.&nbsp;More info: 631-537-8200, <a href="http://madoo.org">madoo.org</a>;&nbsp;618 Sagg-Main St., Sagaponack. 
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<h2> Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum </h2> 
 Hours:&nbsp;8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. April 30-Oct., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov.-March.&nbsp;Features:&nbsp;Open and expansive landscape with hundreds of acres of manicured grounds, architecture, flowing bronze fountains and flower-lined public walking trails. This Level II-accredited arboretum is home to Nikko maple, weeping beech and katsura trees as well as memorial gardens. A tour of the 500-acre arboretum aboard an old-fashioned trolley takes place yearly in June. A map of the arboretum can be picked up at the main office building.&nbsp;Fee: Free.&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;631-249-6100, <a href="http://pinelawn.com">pinelawn.com</a>;&nbsp;2030 Wellwood Ave., Farmingdale. 
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Recreation

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Botanical gardens, arboretums on Long Island

Botanical gardens, arboretums to explore 

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Rachel Weiss

From jewelry made with sand from Robert Moses State Park to cozy sweatshirts with the classic Long Island silhouette — whether you’re a lifelong Long Islander or making a summer comeback, there are plenty of local businesses selling one-of-a-kind mementos to remind you of home. 
 Business owners have gotten creative, incorporating ZIP codes and references to binge-worthy television shows in their Long Island-themed merchandise. And they all agree — these products are perfect as gifts for out-of-towners and residents alike. 
 Check out some options from a local brand, a boutique, an art gallery and a gift shop. 
<h2> Thred </h2> 
 Opened in 2017, the boutique Thred in Patchogue boasts an entire section of Long Island-centric merchandise. 
 Owner Merav Shiloni says the section includes clothing, candles and bags that pay homage to our island, created by artists who know it best. 
 &quot;It’s all people who live in my own neighborhood,&quot; says Shiloni, of Patchogue, &quot;and the neighborhood of the store. Supporting small businesses is not only important for my business, but important for the community.&quot; 
 The boutique carries brands including Island Rose Designs, which creates handcrafted clothing and jewelry, and apparel from The Handmade Market Co. 
 Thred also sells bottle openers and wood boards from 612SignWorks, a wood-engraving business based in Medford. Carved into the wood boards are illustrations of Long Island with various community names and geographic coordinates. 
 Shiloni says the Long Island section is the boutique’s &quot;top-selling merchandise.&quot; More info:&nbsp;7 Village Green Way, Patchogue; <a href="http://thredny.com">thredny.com</a>; 631-730-5755 
<h2> The Handmade Market Co. </h2> 
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 Four years ago, Elise Grillo was looking for a hobby to keep her busy on weeknights after work. 
 The East Patchogue resident started painting wood signs with a Long Island map and the word &quot;Home&quot; and selling them on Etsy. 
 &quot;It got really great reactions from people,&quot; Grillo says. &quot;After a few months of selling them, I decided to create an actual company and trademark my design.&quot; 
 Now her company, The Handmade Market Co., has its own website and sells a bit of everything. Grillo works with a printer in Medford&nbsp;on all of the apparel in the Home Collection, which includes clothing for men, women and babies. She prints the logo on all of the accessories herself, and that includes hats, drinkware, car decals and tote bags. 
 There are all kinds of color options for the clothing, but there is a common thread: Everything is &quot;soft and comfortable,&quot; which is key for Grillo. 
 &quot;We live in such a beautiful place,&quot; she says. &quot;I love to represent that. It’s nice to be able to wear your pride on your shirt.&quot; 
 In addition to her online store, her merchandise is sold at Red Barn Boutique in Bellport, Thred in Patchogue&nbsp;and the Long Island Welcome Center off the Long Island Expressway in Dix Hills, to name a few. 
 Over the years, she’s been able to establish loyal and local clientele. 
 &quot;Long Island-themed merchandise is really trendy,&quot; Grillo says. &quot;It’s definitely a really big gift for people, even people who have moved out of state.&quot; More info: thehandmademarket.co 
<h2> The Catbird Seat </h2> 
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 There's an art gallery and store nestled among the small businesses of Sayville, filled with work by local artists. 
 The Catbird Seat has been in business since 2016. Owner Debi Wickliffe says about 40 artists sell their work at her store. Along with small keepsakes, there are plenty of art pieces for sale that will remind you of home wherever you display them. 
 &quot;I find myself selling more artwork than anything else lately,&quot; says Wickliffe, of Bayport. 
 Additionally, The Catbird Seat carries Dune Jewelry. The line is known for incorporating sprinkles of sand from beaches all over the world into its necklaces, bracelets and rings. Each accessory notes the origin of the sand, including&nbsp;Sag Harbor and Southampton. 
 The store also carries scented vegan candles&nbsp;by Hamptons Handpoured, created by Brittany Torres of East Hampton. Each is named after a Long Island community, with different fragrance notes. For example, the Blue Point candle smells of violets, citrus and sea salt. 
 &quot;We’re a family,&quot; Wickliffe says of the artists represented in her store. &quot;We’re all working together to build an art community that welcomes artists from all over Long Island.&quot; More info:&nbsp;18 Main St., Sayville; thecatbirdseat.us; 631-987-4213 
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<h2> The Codfish Cowboy </h2> 
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 Across the Island and over the Loop Parkway, Angela Skudin is uplifting local artists in her shop, too. The Codfish Cowboy was established in 2015 and is a go-to gift shop on East Park Avenue in Long Beach. If you live nearby or are just surfing through, the merchandise will make your stay memorable, Skudin says. 
 Handmade pillows crafted by the company KD Mae Designs include the Long Beach ZIP code, and another version contains its geographic coordinates. 
 The store also carries drink tumblers by Driftless Studios that come in various colors and proclaim in shiny, silver letters, &quot;The Real Housewives of Long Beach&quot; — a playful nod to the television franchise. The tumblers are seasonal and restock each summer, making them ideal for the beach and boardwalk nearby. 
 And there are large tote bags with rope handles, ideal for summer activities, that say &quot;Long Beach, New York,&quot; created by Remember Me Green. 
 These standouts only skim the surface. The Codfish Cowboy is home to shelves upon shelves of specialty greeting cards, art, mementos, jewelry and clothing, with new products coming in on a regular basis. 
 Skudin, who is originally from Oklahoma, settled in Long Beach with her family years ago. 
 &quot;It’s so important to represent where you’re from nowadays,&quot; she says. &quot;Everyone wants a sense of belonging.&quot;&nbsp;More info: 162 E. Park Ave., Long Beach; thecodfishcowboy.com; 516-442-5500

Fashion and Shopping

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Where to shop for Long Island-themed gifts and merchandise 

LI merch is 'really trendy.' Shop local pride at these boutiques.

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Spend a few hours or a whole day shopping along Long Island's main streets,&nbsp;where you’ll find local specialty retailers alongside well-known brands. 
 
<h2> NORTH SHORE </h2> 
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 COLD SPRING HARBOR&nbsp;Main Street features cute shops, specialty stores and restaurants. Visit the whaling museum and fish hatchery, both popular with kids. 
 GLEN COVE&nbsp;In the North Shore’s only city, School Street restaurants and cafes cater to sidewalk diners. 
 GREAT NECK Middle Neck Road sparkles with jewelry stores, gift shops, spas and salons. 
 HUNTINGTON The shopping district at Main Street and New York Avenue is packed with boutiques, shops, pizzerias, restaurants and night spots, ice cream stops and The Paramount entertainment venue. 
 MANHASSET Plandome Road is known for small shops, service businesses and a coffee shop. Americana Manhasset on Northern Boulevard is an open-air shopping center with high-end designer and name-brand shops and eateries. 
 NORTHPORT The working harborfront community’s Main Street brims with clothing boutiques, specialty shops, confectioners, restaurants, pubs and the John W. Engeman Theater. 
 OYSTER BAY&nbsp;Browse gift shops and antiques stores, stop by Billy Joel’s motorcycle shop 20th Century Cycles on Audrey Avenue, walk along the waterfront or grab a bite from a variety of shops, restaurants and a brewery. 
 PORT JEFFERSON&nbsp;Window-gazing takes you to Main Street, Broadway and Harbor Square Mall. Take in a show at Theatre Three and have a meal at one of the cozy eateries. 
 PORT WASHINGTON Main Street stretches almost a mile, from Port Washington Boulevard to the bay and includes restaurants, gift shops and clothing stores. 
 ROSLYN Tour historic districts, view ducks at Gerry Pond Park, browse boutiques and take an after-dinner stroll along Main Street. 
 STONY BROOK The Stony Brook Village Center, built to resemble a New England village, is a destination for apparel, cheese and pastry&nbsp;shops, beauty services and restaurants. 
 
<h2> SOUTH SHORE </h2> 
 BABYLON A trek downtown includes sweet shops, gift, surf and apparel shops, a children’s boutique and kitchen goods store. 
 BAY SHORE There is a walkable strip of restaurants, pubs, cafes and specialty gift shops. 
 BELLPORT For a taste of Americana, visit South Country Road, where shops and restaurants occupy early 20th century buildings. Other retailers at Bellport Outlets. 
 CEDARHURST Many Central Avenue stores specialize in kosher foods, from seafood to pizza&nbsp;to ice cream. 
 FARMINGDALE Main Street features numerous restaurants and night spots plus specialty stores devoted to gourmet chocolate, running, cycling and tobacco. 
 FREEPORT The Nautical Mile’s brick walkway along Woodcleft Canal takes you past maritime shops, sea-to-table restaurants and the local fishing fleet. 
 GARDEN CITY Cafes with sidewalk seating, boutiques, gift shops and bakeries line Franklin Avenue and Seventh Street. 
 LONG BEACH Scope out surfboards, summer apparel and ethnic restaurants along Park Avenue, then stroll the famous boardwalk. 
 PATCHOGUE The downtown, known for bathing suit and children’s clothing retailers, is anchored by the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. 
 ROCKVILLE CENTRE Shop for shoes and&nbsp;Irish imports, and dine at the many ethnic restaurants&nbsp;in the compact downtown between Merrick Road and Sunrise Highway and along North Park Avenue. 
 SAYVILLE Gift shopping is a tradition on Sayville’s main streets — also home to purveyors of chocolates, cheeses, olive oil and comic books. 
 WESTBURY Walk along Post Avenue for a variety restaurants and independent shops. There’s plenty of shopping on Old Country Road, too. 
 
<h2> NORTH FORK </h2> 
 GREENPORT The working maritime village features arts and crafts galleries and clothing boutiques, as well as nautical suppliers, where Front and Main streets meet by the deep-water harbor. Visit the antique carousel in Mitchell Park. 
 MATTITUCK On Love Lane, pick up a snack or&nbsp;browse for cheeses and chocolates for pairing with flights of wine at a nearby vineyard. 
 RIVERHEAD East of Tanger Outlets, Main Street is a busy downtown and home to the restored Suffolk Theater and the Long Island Aquarium &amp; Exhibition Center. In nearby Wading River, The Shoppes at East Wind has specialty stores including wine, jewelry and cheese &amp; spice market. 
 
<h2> SOUTH FORK </h2> 
 AMAGANSETT Traveling east, you’ll find Amagansett Square with its upscale food. 
 EAST HAMPTON After perusing art galleries and trendy clothiers on Main Street and Newtown Lane, picnic in Herrick Park or visit one of the historic sites. 
 MONTAUK Seafood restaurants and summery shops abound on Montauk Highway. Don’t forget to visit the lighthouse. 
 SAG HARBOR Noted for its walkable village brimming with small shops, restaurants and nostalgic variety store. 
 SOUTHAMPTON Chic Main Street offers a few national brands amid the independent retailers and gourmet food shops and restaurants.

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Shopping Long Island's main streets, from Farmingdale to Southampton

Spend the day shopping on LI's main streets

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Entertainment

Theater

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Long Island theater: 'Jersey Boys' and more shows that will rock local stages

'Jersey Boys' and more shows to rock local stages

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Jim Merritt

It’s a gorgeous day, the cooler is loaded up with ice. All you need is the perfect spot to munch on barbecued corn, spare ribs and all the other summer staples that taste infinitely better at a picnic. Here are picnic spots, paired with food and drink ideas for dining al fresco. 
<h2> WINE COUNTRY PICNIC </h2> 
<h2> THE SCENE </h2> 
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 <li> The rustic North Fork region of sprawling vineyards and ch&acirc;teau-like tasting rooms has been compared to California’s wine country. </li> 
 <li> Osprey’s Dominion in Peconic is one of the more picnic-friendly vineyards with loads of outdoor tables for wining and dining near the vines. (44075 Main Rd., Peconic, 631-765-6188) </li> 
 <li> For a blanket-level view of the scenic waterfront, try the wide lawn at Mitchell Park in downtown Greenport.&nbsp;(Front Street, Greenport, 631-477-2200) </li> 
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 A sumptuous cheese board. Michael Affatato, owner of The Village Cheese Shop in Mattituck, can create a wine-pairing platter with selections from over 150&nbsp;cheeses available in-store — from Belgian goat to housemade truffle Brie — as well as bread, cured meats, caviar and cookies. (105 Love Lane, Mattituck, 631-298-8556, <a href="http://thevillagecheeseshop.com">thevillagecheeseshop.com</a>) 
 Pinot grigio is a “beautiful summer wine” that goes well with a cheese board, says Pat Pugliese, owner of Pugliese Vineyards in Cutchogue. Croteaux Vineyards in Southold is dedicated solely to making ros&eacute;. Pick up a bottle en route to your picnic.&nbsp; 
<h2> ROARING TWENTIES LAWN PARTY </h2> 
<h2> THE SCENE </h2> 
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 <li> Sailboat-dotted Northport Bay sparkles just beyond the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Great Lawn, a popular picnic spot, says spokesman Patrick Keefe. </li> 
 <li> Blankets also can be spread on the grass around the renovated (and filled-in) saltwater pool and terrace, and in the backyard of the 24-room Spanish Revival mansion built by yachtsman/adventurer William K. Vanderbilt II of the famous railroad family, Keefe says. (Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport, 631-854-5579, <a href="https://www.vanderbiltmuseum.org/">vanderbiltmuseum.org</a>. General admission&nbsp;$10, $9 students with ID&nbsp;and seniors ages 62 and older, $7 ages 2-11 and free for children under 2.) </li> 
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 Willie K and his second wife, Rosamund, had a “refined palate,” says Killian Taylor, the museum’s archives and records manager. Cold lobster, Maryland chicken and other inspirations&nbsp;for stocking a Vanderbiltian picnic basket can be found in online descriptions&nbsp;of the former Petit Trianon, the Lake Ronkonkoma restaurant built by&nbsp;Vanderbilt. 
 Dry Champagne was the Vanderbilt’s favorite refresher, Taylor says. Willie K also sipped Stirling punch, named after his brother, three-time America’s Cup champ Harold Stirling Vanderbilt. Variations of the rum-and-fruit-juice punch recipe are posted online. 
<h2> BEACH BLANKET BARBECUE </h2> 
<h2> THE SCENE </h2> 
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 <li> The Atlantic surf crashes on a panorama of sugary white sand as far as your sunglassed eyes can see when you throw down a blanket at Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh. (Parking&nbsp;fee $10 a car daily May 27-Sept. 17; $8 weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 23-Nov. 5.) </li> 
 <li> The most beloved picnic spot is the sandy patch just east of Field 6, but arrive early to score a table and grill because the area fills up quickly, says George Gorman Jr., state parks regional director. </li> 
 <li> You also can toss your shrimp and steak on the barbies at Zach’s Bay (Field 5), Field 10 (the fishing piers), the West Bathhouse, Field 2, and the less crowded Field 1 and West End 2. </li> 
 <li> Boaters can dock for a picnic at&nbsp;the West End Boat Basin. ($10/car vehicle use fee through Sept.&nbsp;12.) </li> 
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 Classics from the original Jones Beach concession menu board: hamburgers, hot dogs and French fries drenched in ketchup.&nbsp;Tacos, burritos&nbsp;and gelato have been added recently.&nbsp;Go for the gusto for the drinks: beer and soda from Field 6, the Central Mall,&nbsp;the Central Mall lounge, Zach’s Bay and other Jones Beach concessions. 
<h2> PICNIC AND PLAY </h2> 
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 <li> Relax under shade trees by the scenic waters at Belmont Lake State Park while the family chef whips up a feast fit for an old-fashioned picnic day. Grills and picnic tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis; pavilions can be rented for larger groups. </li> 
 <li> Then get ready for family fun at one of the state’s most activity-filled parks. Kids ages 2 through 12 can romp in two playgrounds. </li> 
 <li> Rent a rowboat, pedal boat or kayak for a self-guided tour of the lake ($20 for two hours, personal flotation devices provided), or bring your gear to fish for bass or sunfish from the shoreline (New York State fishing license required for anglers age 16 and up). </li> 
 <li> Hike, bike, jog or take Snoopy for a walk on the park trails through the woods. ($8 a car daily May 27-Labor Day; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9, <a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/belmontlake">parks.ny.gov)</a> </li> 
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 Not into spatula duty? Let the experts do the cooking at All American Hamburger Drive-in, the iconic roadside fixture a short drive away, where cheese-covered patties have been flipped (and flipped over by local meat lovers) since 1963&nbsp;(4286 Merrick Rd., Massapequa, 516-798-9574,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.allamericanhamburgerli.com/">allamericanhamburgerli.com</a>). Make it a one-stop food run with an All American vanilla, strawberry or chocolate thick shake&nbsp;($2.85). 
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 <li> Gerry Pond Park in Roslyn is arguably the Island’s most picturesque (and romantic) picnic rendezvous. </li> 
 <li> The park’s emerald lawns, picturesque gazebo, historic monument and old mill (with adjacent patio picnic tables) surround a charming duck pond where waddling waterfowl inevitably go quacking by. </li> 
 <li> It’s bordered by beautiful homes in the Main Street Historic District and the community’s Bryant Library. (<a href="https://northhempsteadny.gov/">northhempsteadny.gov</a>) </li> 
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 Fresh pastry. Diane’s Bakery Cafe, a short drive from the park, sells apple, triple berry and banana cream pies as well as tarts, squares and butter cookies fit for a picnic in the grass. (23 Bryant Ave. Roslyn, 516-621-2522, <a href="http://dianesroslyn.com">dianesroslyn.com</a>)&nbsp; 
 Drink something cool on a warm afternoon. Consider an iced coffee (hazelnut, French vanilla or coffee crumb) from Delicacies Gourmet Delicatessen, also located near the park.&nbsp;(1354 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn, 516-484-7338, <a href="http://delicaciesdeli.com">delicaciesdeli.com</a>) 
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 <li> Eisenhower Park’s 930 acres have been picnic central since the venue opened in 1949 (originally called Salisbury Park, it was renamed in 1969 for former President Dwight D. Eisenhower). Parking fee $10 a car daily for nonresidents Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. </li> 
 <li> Stage a big, family-style blowout by reservation (Nassau County resident&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/1790/Leisure-Pass">Leisure Pass</a>&nbsp;and fee required, 516-572-0200) or a more intimate cookout at the first-come, first-served tables in the shade between Parking Field 3 and a big, colorful playground. </li> 
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 Nassau County's concessionaire provides food and ice cream trucks throughout the park, according to county spokesperson Christopher Boyle. 
 For the drinks: fresh-squeezed lemonade for a picnic spot that’s as American as a Norman Rockwell painting. 
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Plan your perfect Long Island picnic at these scenic spots

Plan your perfect picnic at these scenic LI spots

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Car shows and cruise nights on Long Island

Car shows and cruise nights to get you revved up

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Long Island may be the state’s ocean capital with the world’s greatest city next door, but beyond New York City, there are other cities, places and even coasts to explore. Here are four locations northwest of Long Island that are primed for a getaway visit. Just hop in your car and hit the road. 
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 Part of the state’s Capital District, the region is well-known for its horse racing, and at the&nbsp;Saratoga Race Course&nbsp;(267 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs; 518-584-6200,&nbsp;<a href="http://nyra.com/saratoga">nyra.com/saratoga</a>), live racing kicks off July 13. Races will then be held mostly Wednesdays through Sundays until Sept. 4. 
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 Check out the&nbsp;Saratoga Performing Arts Center&nbsp;(108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs; 518-584-9330,&nbsp;<a href="http://spac.org">spac.org</a>), where you can see A-list performers including Dead &amp; Company (June 17-18), Dave Matthews Band (July 14-15), The Chicks (Aug. 6) and Guns N’ Roses (Sept. 1), among many others. The facility is within&nbsp;Saratoga Spa State Park&nbsp;(<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/">parks.ny.gov</a>), which also features a pair of golf courses, a pool complex and the Saratoga Automobile Museum. 
 If art is in your wheelhouse, the&nbsp;Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College&nbsp;(815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs; 518-580-8080,&nbsp;<a href="http://tang.skidmore.edu">tang.skidmore.edu</a>) should be a stop to consider, as it’s not only a place to see dynamic contemporary art, but also is intended as an educational tool by the school’s students and faculty. 
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 To see a spot full of history, visit&nbsp;Saratoga National Historical Park&nbsp;(648 Rte. 32, Stillwater; 518-670-2985,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nps.gov/sara/index.htm">nps.gov</a>), the site of a key victory during the American Revolutionary War. The county also holds a unique experience: the mineral water springs that give the city of Saratoga Springs its name. There are 21 naturally carbonated public mineral springs found across Saratoga, and each has its own taste due to different mineral makeup. Thirsty tourists can bring their own cups or bottles to sample the waters; visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.discoversaratoga.org/">discoversaratoga.org</a>&nbsp;for an online map to each spring. 
 STAY&nbsp;The Gideon Putnam&nbsp;has a pair of restaurants (one indoor, one outdoor) and Roosevelt Baths and Spa, which features mineral baths in addition to facials, massages and other treatments.&nbsp;(24 Gideon Putnam Rd., Saratoga Springs; 866-890-1171,&nbsp;<a href="http://gideonputnam.com">gideonputnam.com</a>. Rates start about $192, but vary throughout the summer.) 
<h2> SYRACUSE </h2> 
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 See a concert at&nbsp;St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview&nbsp;(490 Restoration Way, Syracuse; 315-435-5100,&nbsp;<a href="http://asmsyracuse.com">asmsyracuse.com</a>), located on Onondaga Lake. Shows slated for this summer include Chris Stapleton (June 8), Luke Bryan (June 15) and Phish (July 23). For a more indie opportunity, the&nbsp;Beak &amp; Skiff Apple Orchards&nbsp;(2708 Lords Hill Rd., Lafayette; 315-696-6085,&nbsp;<a href="http://beakandskiff.com">beakandskiff.com</a>) is holding its &quot;Summer Concert Series&quot;; with performances by Mt. Joy (May 26), Rainbow Kitten Surprise (June 10) and Fleet Foxes (July 12). 
 Chittenango Falls State Park&nbsp;(2300 Rathbun Rd., Cazenovia; 315-492-1756,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/chittenangofalls/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>), which features a 167-foot waterfall that pours over 400-million-year-old bedrock, includes hiking trails and fishing opportunities among the park’s amenities. A bit closer to the city (by about 15 miles),&nbsp;Pratt’s Falls Park&nbsp;(7671 Pratt's Falls Rd., Manlius; 315-683-5550,&nbsp;<a href="http://onondagacountyparks.com">onondagacountyparks.com</a>) has a 137-foot waterfall, and the trails offer views of both the falls and its gorge. 
 The historic&nbsp;Erie Canal&nbsp;connects the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean via the Hudson River — and while the canal's days as a vital commercial and shipping route have mostly passed, it’s still open to tourists in some spots. To tour the canal near Syracuse, head to&nbsp;Camillus Erie Canal Park&nbsp;(5750 Devoe Rd., Camillus; 315-488-3409,&nbsp;<a href="http://eriecanalcamillus.com">eriecanalcamillus.com</a>), which offers jaunts May through mid-Oct. for $8, $3 ages 5-12; the maximum charge for a family is $15. 
 Green Lakes State Park&nbsp;(7900 Green Lakes Rd., Fayetteville; 315-637-6111,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/greenlakes/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>) is a big draw within the greater Syracuse region, with its two lakes, Green Lake and Round Lake, both leftovers of the ice age. There is an 18-hole golf course designed by notable course architect Robert Trent Jones at the park. 
 Baseball also is a big part of the Syracuse experience, as the&nbsp;Syracuse Mets, the Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets play here at&nbsp;NBT Bank Stadium&nbsp;(106 Lake Dr., Liverpool; 315-451-7275,&nbsp;<a href="http://onondagacountyparks.com">onondagacountyparks.com</a>). Grab a bite at&nbsp;Salt City Market&nbsp;(484 S. Salina St., Syracuse; 315-401-4111,&nbsp;<a href="http://saltcitymarket.com">saltcitymarket.com</a>), a food hall that contains 11 vendors, ranging in cuisines such as Middle Eastern, Thai, soul food, Southern and Burmese, among other options; the venue also hosts a bar and a cafe. Over at the&nbsp;Rosamond Gifford Zoo&nbsp;(1 Conservation Place, Syracuse; 315-435-8511,&nbsp;<a href="http://rosamondgiffordzoo.org">rosamondgiffordzoo.org</a>), guests can look for Yaad and Tukada, the first-ever surviving Asian elephant twins born in the United States, who only arrived last fall. 
 STAY&nbsp;Aloft Syracuse Inner Harbor&nbsp;sits along the Onondaga Creek and has an indoor pool. (310 W. Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse; 315-422-1700,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/syral-aloft-syracuse-inner-harbor/overview/">marriott.com</a>. Rates start about $179.) The hotel also offers free shuttles from and to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (connects with LaGuardia, Kennedy and Newark airports). 
<h2> UTICA </h2> 
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 NY Energy Zone&nbsp;(35 Utica Zoo Way, Utica; 315-792-8720,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nypa.gov/communities/visitors-centers/ny-energy-zone">nypa.gov</a>), created by the New York Power Authority as an educational experience, features interactive activities, exhibits, movies and other things to see that are all focused on electricity — ranging from its role in human lives to how electric power has impacted the Empire State. Nearby is the&nbsp;Utica Zoo&nbsp;(1 Utica Zoo Way, Utica; 315-738-0472,&nbsp;<a href="http://uticazoo.org">uticazoo.org</a>), which was established in 1914 and currently holds more than 99 species of animals. Guests can encounter Nigerian dwarf goats and Bactrian camels, among other ambassador animals. 
 The&nbsp;Turning Stone&nbsp;resort and casino (5218 Patrick Rd., Verona; 800-771-7711,&nbsp;<a href="http://&nbsp;turningstone.com">turningstone.com</a>) has a concert calendar that features some A-list acts set for this summer, such as Tom Jones (May 26) and Tim McGraw (July 2). 
 For a family-friendly experience, visit&nbsp;Wagner Farms&nbsp;(5841 Old Oneida Rd., Rome; 315-339-5182,&nbsp;<a href="http://wagnerfarmsny.godaddysites.com">wagnerfarmsny.godaddysites.com</a>), known for its jams and jellies, and sunflower fields that bloom come July and August. At&nbsp;Spring Creek Lavender&nbsp;(8879 Trenton Falls Prospect Rd., Remsen; 315-790-1014,&nbsp;<a href="http://springcreeklavenderny.com">springcreeklavenderny.com</a>), lavender blooms in June and u-pick is offered (from mid-June toward the end of July). Events also are held here, including both goat yoga and adult date nights (weekends in July). 
 STAY The Cove at Sylvan Beach&nbsp;is a new getaway-and-stay destination that opens May 5, and is intended for a weeklong stay (through August) on Oneida Lake. There are 70 dog-friendly cottages from which to choose, each equipped with a boat slip and a pontoon boat (also dog-friendly) plus a fire pit, a gas grill and a full kitchen, as well as Wi-Fi and access to an outdoor heated pool, among other amenities.&nbsp;(750 Pioneer Ave., Sylvan Beach; 315-356-1840,&nbsp;<a href="http://covesylvanbeach.com">covesylvanbeach.com</a>. Rates vary.) 
<h2> THE ADIRONDACK COAST </h2> 
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 For some beach time, the&nbsp;Plattsburgh City Beach&nbsp;(1 Beach Rd., Plattsburgh; 518-324-7709,&nbsp;<a href="http://cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov">cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov</a>) has more than a mile of sand plus a swimming area, a concession stand, kayak rentals and a nature trail. The region also is known for its state parks that offer shoreline access, such as&nbsp;Cumberland Bay State Park&nbsp;(152 Cumberland Head Rd., Plattsburgh; 518-563-5240,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/cumberlandbay/maps.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>),&nbsp;Ausable Point&nbsp;(3346 Lakeshore Dr., Peru; 518-561-7080,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24452.html">dec.ny.gov</a>) and&nbsp;Point au Roche State Park&nbsp;(19 Camp Red Cloud Rd., Plattsburgh; 518-563-0369,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/pointauroche/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>). 
 Scenic trails also are part of the area’s attractions, and those looking to hike should start at the&nbsp;Adirondack Park&nbsp;(<a href="http://visitadirondacks.com">visitadirondacks.com</a>). The coast is part of this National Historic Landmark, which holds 6 million acres of protected wilderness area that boasts 2,000 miles of trails that cover all skill levels. Visitors can go kayaking and canoeing, ranging from flat water routes for beginners to Hanging Spear Falls, which is billed as the steepest mile of white-water in New York State (and should be attempted only by professionally trained kayakers). 
 An event not to miss in the area is “Champ Day” at&nbsp;Champ Beach Park and Campground&nbsp;(Beach Road, Port Henry;&nbsp;<a href="http://porthenrymoriah.com">porthenrymoriah.com</a>). The event celebrates “Champ” or “Champy,” the purported leviathan that has long been rumored to live in Lake Champlain. The one-day bash is a family-friendly affair&nbsp;with vendors, a cardboard boat race, a “Champ Lure” contest, photo opportunities and more, all in the name of New York State’s most famous alleged lake monster; the 2023 date is to be announced. 
 STAY&nbsp;The&nbsp;Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort&nbsp;includes restaurants plus sports betting, slots and table games to try. The resort also has a calendar of live entertainment and DJ nights.&nbsp;(873 Rte. 37, Hogansburg; 518-358-2222,&nbsp;<a href="http://mohawkcasino.com">mohawkcasino.com</a>. Rates start at $179.)

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4 NYS road trips to take this summer

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Running is at the top of popular sports on Long Island. Runners by the hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of all ages and abilities step up to starting lines almost every weekend morning. 
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 HOMECOMING 5K RUN&nbsp;5k loop through scenic Kings Point village. Date 7:45 a.m. Sept. 9, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, 300 Steamboat Rd., Kings Point. Fee $10. More info&nbsp;<a href="http://usmmaalumni.com">usmmaalumni.com</a>, 516-773-5658. 
 BARBARA BARTELL MEMORIAL RUNDAY 5K&nbsp;Race begins at 950 S. Oyster Bay Rd. and continues through the streets of Hicksville and Bethpage. Kids’ fun run (ages 10 and younger) begins at 8 a.m., 5k begins at 8:30 a.m. Benefits mental health and substance abuse counseling. Date 8:30 a.m. Sept. 9. Fee 5k: $25 by Sept. 3, $30 after, $15 ages 18 and younger; free for fun run. More info <a href="http://runsignup.com">runsignup.com</a>, 516-396-2753. 
 SMITH POINT BRIDGE 5K RUN FOR LITERACY&nbsp;5k run for literacy; check-in from 7:30-8:45 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m. Proceeds support the Community Family Literacy Project. Date 9 a.m. Sept. 9, Smith Point County Park, County Road 46, Shirley. Fee $30, $35 race day. More info <a href="http://5kbridgerun.communitylibrary.org">5kbridgerun.communitylibrary.org</a>, 631-399-1511, ext. 1007. 
 OKTOBERFEST RUN TO THE GREAT SOUTH BAY BREWERY&nbsp;7.1-mile run begins and ends at the brewery. Date 8:30 a.m. Sept. 10, Great South Bay Brewery, 25 Drexel Dr., Bay Shore. Fee $60, $65 race day. More info <a href="http://sayvillerunning.com">sayvillerunning.com</a>, 631-589-5700. 
 OCEAN TO SOUND 50-MILE RELAY&nbsp;50-mile relay, 5 to 7 miles per runner, 8 runners per team. Starts at 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Route starts at Jones Beach and ends at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay. Date 7 a.m. Sept. 17, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh. Fee&nbsp;$70 individual by Sept. 2, $80 after, $85 race day; team of 8: $560 by Sept. 2, $640 after, $680 race day. More info <a href="http://glirc.org">glirc.org</a>, 516-349-7646. 
 HAMPTONS MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON AND 5K&nbsp;Marathon and half-marathon begin at 8 a.m., 5k begins at 8:15 a.m. Date 8 a.m. Sept. 23, Southampton Intermediate School, 70 Leland Lane, Southampton. Fee Marathon: $100-$120, $125 race day; half-marathon: $85-$105, $110 race day; 5k: $40, $45 race day. More info <a href="http://hamptonsmarathon.com">hamptonsmarathon.com</a>, 917-841-2752. 
 GREAT COW HARBOR 10K&nbsp;10k and 2k fun run, benefits the Special Olympics, Veterans Affairs Hospital and the local food pantry. Must register in advance. Date 8:30 a.m. Sept. 23, Laurel Avenue School, Brosnan Building, 158 Laurel Ave., Northport. Fee 10k: $45 before Sept. 8, $50 before Sept. 17, $60 after, $25 ages 25 and younger; fun run: $25, $15 ages 12 and younger. More info <a href="http://cowharborrace.com">cowharborrace.com</a>. 
 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S&nbsp;Benefits Alzheimer’s care, support and research, check-in begins at 9 a.m., opening ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., donations will be accepted. Date 10:30 a.m. Sept. 23, Suffolk County Farm and Education Center, 350 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank.&nbsp;Fee Donations. More info&nbsp;<a href="http://act.alz.org/yaphank">act.alz.org/yaphank</a>, 631-315-6494. 
 NORTHWELL HEALTH GREAT SOUTH BAY RUN&nbsp;13.1-mile half-marathon begins at 7:30 a.m., 10k and 5k run/walk begin at 7:45 a.m. Date 7:30 a.m. Sept. 30, Bay Shore Marina, South Clinton Ave., Bay Shore. Fee $29-$79, $50-$90 race day; ages 18 and younger: $19-$64, $40-$75 race day. More info <a href="http://raceawesome.com">raceawesome.com</a>, 631-224-5404. 
 MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK&nbsp;Walk benefits breast cancer research, patient services and advocacy, check-in at 9 a.m. Date 10 a.m. Sept. 30, Grangabel Park, Peconic Avenue, Riverhead. Fee Donations. More info <a href="http://makingstrideswalk.org">makingstrideswalk.org</a>, 212-237-3875. 
 
<h2> OCTOBER </h2> 
 BLAZING TRAILS 4 MILE RUN 4 AUTISM&nbsp;4-mile run/walk and 1&frac12;-mile walk on the rolling hills and scenic vistas to raise awareness for autism. Date 8:30 a.m. Oct. 1, Great Neck South High School, 341 Lakeville Rd., Lake Success. Fee $35 before Sept. 23, $40 after, $45 race day. More info <a href="http://sayvillerunning.com">sayvillerunning.com</a>, 631-589-5700. 
 MASSAPEQUA PARK MILE RUN&nbsp;Featuring multiple heats, first heat at 9 a.m. &frac14;-mile fun run starts after second heat. Date 9 a.m. Oct. 1, Park and Clark Boulevards, Massapequa Park. Fee $20, $25 race day, $10 high school. More info <a href="http://massapequaroadrunners.org">massapequaroadrunners.org</a>, 516-662-7030. 
 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S&nbsp;Benefits Alzheimer’s care, support and research, check-in begins at 9 a.m., opening ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., donations will be accepted, held at Field 6. Date 10:30 a.m. Oct. 1, Eisenhower Park, Merrick Ave. and Stewart Ave., East Meadow. Fee Donations. More info&nbsp;<a href="http://act.alz.org/nassau">act.alz.org/nassau</a>, 631-315-6486. 
 MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK&nbsp;5-mile walk benefits breast cancer research, patient services and advocacy. Check-in at 7 a.m., rolling start at 7 a.m., held at Field 5. Date 7 a.m. Oct. 15, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh. Fee Donations. More info <a href="http://makingstrideswalk.org">makingstrideswalk.org</a>, 212-237-3875. 
 ELIH 5K&nbsp;Family walk/run to support ELIH Behavioral Health Services, check-in begins at 7:15 a.m. Date 8 a.m. Oct. 15, Orient Beach State Park, 40000 Main Rd. (Route 25), Orient. Fee $30, $10 ages 6-12. More info <a href="http://elihfoundation.org">elihfoundation.org</a>, 631-477-5164. 
 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S&nbsp;Benefits Alzheimer’s care, support and research, check-in begins at 9 a.m., opening ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., donations will be accepted. Date 10:30 a.m. Oct. 22, Belmont Lake State Park, 625 Belmont Ave., West Babylon. Fee Donations. More info&nbsp;<a href="http://act.alz.org/belmontlake">act.alz.org/belmontlake</a>, 631-315-6486.

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Long Island running races, walks coming up soon

Lace up your sneakers: Races, walks during fall

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Long Island public golf courses to try 

Public golf courses to tee off at this season

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Practice your swing at these Long Island driving ranges and be par for the course. 
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<h2> NASSAU </h2> 
 BETHPAGE STATE PARK GOLF COURSE&nbsp;99 Quaker Meetinghouse Rd., Farmingdale.&nbsp;Hours: Dawn-dusk April-Nov., weather permitting. Features: 30 stalls; artificial turf mats, pro shop, PGA lessons, club rental. Fee: $7 small bucket, $10 large bucket. More info:&nbsp;516-249-0700 
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 CANTIAGUE PARK GOLF COURSE&nbsp;West John Street, Hicksville.&nbsp;Hours: Peak season 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; open daily in winter as weather allows. Season: All year, weather permitting. Features: 36 bays (including heated and covered stalls). Fee: $7 for 40 balls, $9 for 60 balls. More info:&nbsp;516-571-7082, <a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov//1786/Cantiague-Park">nassaucounty.gov</a> 
 EISENHOWER PARK GOLF COURSE&nbsp;Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow.&nbsp;Hours: Peak season 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Wed.&nbsp;Open all year, weather permitting. Features: 60 stalls, lighted, artificial turf mats, club rentals. Fee: $7 for 40 balls, $9 for 60 balls. More info:&nbsp;516-572-0337,&nbsp;<a href="http://nassaucountyny.gov">nassaucountyny.gov</a> 
 GLEN COVE GOLF COURSE&nbsp;109 Lattingtown Rd., Glen Cove. Hours: 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 2 p.m.-10 p.m. Mon. April-Nov., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 2 p.m.-7 p.m. Mon. Dec.-March.&nbsp;Features: 21&nbsp;covered, lighted&nbsp;and heated stalls. Fee: $4 for 32 balls, $7 for 64 balls, $12 for 128 balls. More info:&nbsp;Office: 516-676-0550; pro shop: 516-671-0033; restaurant: 516-200-9603;&nbsp;<a href="http://glencovegolfclub.com">glencovegolfclub.com</a> 
 HARBOR LINKS GOLF COURSE&nbsp;1 W. Fairway Dr., Port Washington.&nbsp;Hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. daily, weather permitting. Features: 40 stalls, artificial grass tees (lessons only), practice greens, lessons. Fee: $7 small bucket, $11 medium bucket, $14 large bucket, $17 jumbo bucket. More info:&nbsp;516-767-4816, <a href="http://harborlinks.com">harborlinks.com</a> 
 LIDO GOLF CLUB&nbsp;255 Lido Blvd., Lido Beach.&nbsp;Hours: Dawn-dark daily, weather permitting. Features: 23 stalls, 3 covered; 3 target greens, sand trap, cafe, grill.&nbsp;Fee:&nbsp;$7-$8.&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;516-889-8181, <a href="http://lidogolf.com">lidogolf.com</a>.&nbsp; 
 MERRICK ROAD PARK GOLF COURSE&nbsp;2550 Clubhouse Rd., Merrick.&nbsp;Hours: 6 a.m.-dusk all year, weather permitting. Features: 22 stalls, 160-yard driving range, irons only. Fee: $9 for 50 balls, seniors $8 for 50 balls. More info:&nbsp;516-868-4650 
 NORTH WOODMERE GOLF COURSE&nbsp;Branch Boulevard, North Woodmere. Hours: 7 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, all year, weather permitting. Features:&nbsp;22 bays with a range of about 200 yards; golf instruction available. Fee: $7 for 40 balls, $3 club rental. More info:&nbsp;516-571-7814, <a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov//1788/North-Woodmere-Park">nassaucounty.gov</a> 
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 TOWN OF OYSTER BAY GOLF COURSE&nbsp;1 Southwoods Rd., Woodbury. Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon. April-Oct., weather permitting. Features: 29 stalls, mats, lessons.&nbsp;Fee:&nbsp;$7 small bucket, $16 medium bucket, $21 large bucket.&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;Golf: 516-677-5980; driving range: 516-364-3600&nbsp; 
<h2> SUFFOLK </h2> 
 BERGEN POINT COUNTRY CLUB AND GOLF COURSE&nbsp;69 Bergen Ave., West Babylon.&nbsp;Hours: 6:30&nbsp;a.m.-5:30 p.m. March-Dec., weather permitting. Features: 20 stalls. Fee: $7 for 45 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-661-8282, <a href="http://bergenpointgolfcourse.com">bergenpointgolfcourse.com</a> 
 CHERRY CREEK GOLF LINKS&nbsp;900 Reeves Ave., Riverhead. Hours: Dawn-dusk, open all year, weather permitting. Features: 25 stalls, grass tees, with practice bunker. Fee: $10. More info:&nbsp;631-369-6500, <a href="http://cherrycreeklinks.com">cherrycreeklinks.com</a> 
 COUNTRY FAIR ENTERTAINMENT PARK&nbsp;3351 Rte. 112, Medford. Hours: noon-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun., mid-March-mid-Nov. Features: Lighted, 30 stalls. Fee:&nbsp;$10 for 40 balls, $20 for 120 balls, $4 club rental. More info:&nbsp;631-732-0579, <a href="http://countryfairpark.com">countryfairpark.com</a> 
 CRAB MEADOW GOLF COURSE&nbsp;220 Waterside Ave., Northport.&nbsp;Hours: 6 a.m.-8 p.m. daily May-Sept., then schedule varies. Features: 18 stalls. Fee: $10. More info:&nbsp;631-757-8800, <a href="http://crabmeadow.com">crabmeadow.com</a> 
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 DIX HILLS PARK GOLF COURSE&nbsp;575 Vanderbilt Pkwy., Dix Hills.&nbsp;Hours: 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. Fee: $5 per bucket. More info:&nbsp;631-499-8005, <a href="http://dixhillsgolf.com">dixhillsgolf.com</a> 
 FARMINGDALE STATE COLLEGE DRIVING RANGE&nbsp;Melville Road and Route 110, Farmingdale.&nbsp;Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily April-Nov. Features: 25 stalls, target greens and flags. Fee: $8 small bucket, $11 medium bucket, $13 large bucket, $16 extra-large bucket ($1-$2 discount on all for seniors, staff and students). More info:&nbsp;631-420-2621, 631-420-2482, <a href="http://farmingdalesports.com/facilities/golf_range">farmingdalesports.com</a> 
 HEARTLAND GOLF PARK&nbsp;1200 Long Island Ave., Edgewood. Hours:&nbsp;6:30 a.m.-midnight. Features: 92 stalls (42 heated), golf school, club rental, automatic tees. Fee: $10-$100. More info:&nbsp;631-667-7400, <a href="http://heartlandgolfpark.com">heartlandgolfpark.com</a> 
 HOLBROOK COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;700 Patchogue-Holbrook Rd., Holbrook.&nbsp;Hours: 7 a.m.-dusk, weather permitting. Features: 16 stalls, artificial turf mats. Fee: $6 for 50-60 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-467-3417, <a href="http://holbrookccgolf.com">holbrookccgolf.com</a> 
 INDIAN ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;661 Riverside Dr., Riverhead.&nbsp;Hours: 7 a.m.-dusk&nbsp;daily. Features: 25 stalls, artificial turf mats; clubs provided,&nbsp;available for rent. Fee: $7 40 balls, $14 70 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-727-7776,&nbsp;<a href="http://indianislandcountryclub.com">indianislandcountryclub.com</a> 
 ISLAND’S END GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;5025 Rte. 25, Greenport.&nbsp;Hours: 7 a.m.-dusk all year, weather permitting. Features:&nbsp;Grass tees, practice bunker, chipping area and putting green. Fee: $15 small bucket, $20 large bucket. More info:&nbsp;631-477-0777, <a href="http://islandsendgolf.com">islandsendgolf.com</a> 
 MIDDLE ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;275 Yaphank-Middle Island Rd., Middle Island. Hours: dawn-dusk all year, weather permitting. Features: 12 stalls. Fee: $7 bucket. More info:&nbsp;631-924-3000, <a href="http://middleislandcc.com">middleislandcc.com</a> 
 MILL POND GOLF COURSE&nbsp;300 Mill Rd., Medford.&nbsp;Hours: 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 5:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun.&nbsp;Features: Single baskets and range cards available. PGA professional lessons available. Fee: $9 small bucket, $13 medium bucket, $16 large bucket. More info:&nbsp;631-732-8249, <a href="http://golfatmillpond.com">golfatmillpond.com</a> 
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 MONTAUK DOWNS STATE PARK GOLF COURSE&nbsp;50 S. Fairview Ave., Montauk.&nbsp;Hours: Dawn to dusk year-round, weather permitting.&nbsp;Features: 12 stalls, clinics, pro shop. Fee: $8 for 60 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-668-1100 
 PINE HILLS COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;2 Country Club Dr., Manorville. Hours: 6 a.m.-5 p.m. daily,&nbsp;all year, weather permitting. Features: Grass tees for 40-50 tee boxes (artificial turf mats in winter), bunkers, chipping-putting area. Fee: $10 for 90 balls or 7 buckets for $50. More info:&nbsp;631-878-4343, <a href="http://pinehillsgolfing.com">pinehillsgolfing.com</a> 
 PINE RIDGE GOLF CLUB&nbsp;2 Golf Course Dr., Coram. Hours: 6 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, all year, weather permitting. Features: Open space with 18 mats. Fee: $8 per bucket. More info:&nbsp;631-331-7930, <a href="http://pineridgegc.com">pineridgegc.com</a> 
 POXABOGUE GOLF COURSE&nbsp;3556 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton. Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, March-Dec. Features: 75-station range, covered stalls, mats and grass; practice bunker, short game area. Fee: $10 for 50 balls, $17 for 100 balls, $24 for 150 balls; club rental available. More info:&nbsp;631-537-0025, <a href="http://poxgolf.com">poxgolf.com</a> 
 ROCK HILL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;105 Clancy Rd., Manorville.&nbsp;Hours: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 6 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun., March 15-Nov. 1, weather permitting. Features: Grass range, lessons. Fee: $5 for 45 balls, $10 for 90. More info:&nbsp;631-878-2250, <a href="http://rockhillgolf.com">rockhillgolf.com</a> 
 SHELTER ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;26 Sunnyside Ave., Shelter Island Heights. Hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Features: 7 stalls. Fee: $7 per bucket. More info:&nbsp;631-749-0416, <a href="http://shelterislandcountryclub.com">s</a><a href="http://shelterislandcc.org">helterislandcc.org</a> 
 SMITHTOWN LANDING COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;495 Landing Ave., Smithtown.&nbsp;Hours:&nbsp;7 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Features:&nbsp;20 stalls, artificial turf. Fee:&nbsp;$5 for 35 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-979-6534, <a href="https://www.michaelhebron.com/locations">michaelhebron.com</a> 
 SOUTHAMPTON GOLF RANGE&nbsp;668 County Rd. 39 (Route 27), Southampton.&nbsp;Hours: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. daily.&nbsp;Features: 30 stalls, grass hitting&nbsp;area. Fee: $8 for 30 balls, $15 for 75 balls, $18&nbsp;for 105 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-283-2158 
 SPRING LAKE GOLF CLUB&nbsp;30 E. Bartlett Rd., Middle Island. Hours: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun.&nbsp;Features: Grass tees serving 20, pro shop. Fee:&nbsp;$8 for 45 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-924-5115, <a href="http://springlakegolfclub.com">springlakegolfclub.com</a> 
 SUNKEN MEADOW STATE PARK&nbsp;North end of Sunken Meadow State Parkway, Kings Park.&nbsp;Hours: Sunrise-sunset all year, weather permitting. Features: 24 stalls, artificial turf mats, pro shop. Fee: $7 per bucket. More info:&nbsp;631-269-5351, <a href="http://parks.ny.gov">parks.ny.gov</a> 
 TIMBER POINT GOLF COURSE&nbsp;398 Great River Rd., Great River. Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. weekends; call to confirm. Features: 25 stalls, artificial turf mats, lessons, rental. Fee: $7 for 35 balls, $14 for 70 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-581-2401, <a href="http://timberpointgolfcourse.com">timberpointgolfcourse.com</a> 
 WEST SAYVILLE GOLF COURSE&nbsp;200 Montauk Hwy., West Sayville. Hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m. daily May-Labor Day. Vary rest of the year. Features: 37 stalls, artificial turf mats, lighted range, lessons, pro shop; clubs provided. Fee: $7&nbsp;for 42 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-567-1704, <a href="http://westsayvillegolf.com">westsayvillegolf.com</a> 
 WIND WATCH GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB&nbsp;1715 Vanderbilt Motor Pkwy., Hauppauge.&nbsp;Hours: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, weather permitting. Features: Grass tees serving 20-30. Fee: $7 for 40 balls. More info:&nbsp;631-232-9850, <a href="http://hamletwindwatch.com">hamletwindwatch.com</a>&nbsp;

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Driving ranges on Long Island where you can perfect your swing

Driving ranges to perfect your swing

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If you’ve been envying the way Manhattanites cruise around on Citi Bike rentals, you, too, can pedal locally without saddling yourself with the cost of a bike. 
 Suffolk County's Regional Bike Share program rents out two-wheelers for $4 an hour. The Bethpage Ride service, sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, is a transportation option in Babylon, Huntington, Lindenhurst, Patchogue, Port Washington, Riverhead and&nbsp;Hampton Bays. PedalShare, the program's operator, sponsors locations are at Southampton, Bridgehampton and at Sag Harbor’s Long Beach. Using the PedalShare app&nbsp;at any of the program's locations makes it quick and easy to rent with just a credit card. 
 &quot;We’re trying to give people the opportunity to get from A to B, to go to the beach and get a little exercise without having to get into the car,&quot; says Patrick O’Donoghue, who co-founded PedalShare with his cousin and fellow Southamptonite Chris Dimon. 
 &quot;If somebody wants to come to the village [of Babylon] by train, they can pick up a bike at the train station,&quot; says former village board member Robyn Silvestri, an avid cyclist and a &quot;huge fan&quot; of bike sharing. 
<h2> HOW IT WORKS </h2> 
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 Sign up at <a href="https://www.ridepedalshare.com/">ridepedalshare.com</a>, where you can download the app. At the pickup station, scan the QR code either between the handlebars or below the seat&nbsp;to unlock the bike. Leave the app open during your ride and make sure Bluetooth is enabled. To end your ride, park at any station in the area and lock the back tire. Open 24/7, May 1 through Nov. 1. Must be at least 18 years old. Only one bike can be rented per device. 
 FEES:&nbsp;$4 per hour or $35 for 24 hours. A $59 annual membership covers an unlimited number of one-hour rides with additional hours at $4. Cyclists need to provide their own bike helmets. 
<h2> BIKE SHARE&nbsp;STATION LOCATIONS </h2> 
 Amityville at 9/11 Memorial Park, Amityville Library, Amityville Beach and&nbsp;Amityville Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) station (Merrick Road and Bennett Place parking lot). 
 Babylon Village at Argyle Park on Carlston Place, Totten Place, Babylon LIRR station, Park Avenue Park, Babylon Village Pool (Fire Island Avenue South), Locust Avenue Park, Gilgo Beach and&nbsp;Cedar Beach marina. 
 Bridgehampton at Bridgehampton LIRR station, Ocean Road Beach, Sagg Main Beach, Long Beach on Noyac Road, Municipal lot at Montauk Highway and Ocean Road. 
 Farmingdale at Farmingdale State College at Campus Center, Orchard Hall and Nold Hall. 
 Hampton Bays at Good Ground Park, Ponquogue Beach, Tiana Beach and at the post office parking lot across from the Hampton Bays LIRR station. 
 Huntington at Mill Dam Park (Mill Dam and West Shore roads), Gerard Street parking lot, New Street parking lot, Heckscher Park (Prime Avenue entrance) and Paul H. Johnson Gateway Plaza on New York Avenue. 
 Lindenhurst at Firemans Park, Lindenhurst gazebo and Lindenhurst LIRR station. 
 Port Washington at Town Dock, Manorhaven Beach Park and Port Washington LIRR station. 
 Riverhead at Town Hall, Riverhead LIRR station, Peconic Riverfront near Peconic Brewery, River to Roots Garden and Veterans Memorial Park in Calverton. 
 Southampton at Southampton LIRR station, Town Hall, Coopers Beach, Gin Beach and Agawam Park. 
<h2> WHERE TO RIDE&nbsp; </h2> 
 Here are suggestions for scenic rides to take on routes ranging from leisurely to challenging with stops for refreshments or breathtaking views. 
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 Argyle Lake loop&nbsp;pickup station at Argyle Park (NY-27A, Babylon). Distance:&nbsp;&frac34; mile. Take a leisurely spin around&nbsp;Argyle Lake&nbsp;in the heart of town, then lock up for shopping and dining on Main Street. Downtown refreshment options include an iced latte at Babylon Bean Coffee House,&nbsp;ice cream at Sweet Sensations or a quick bite at a local eatery on Deer Park Avenue, Fire Island Avenue and East Main Street. 
 Belmont Lake State Park&nbsp;pickup station&nbsp;at&nbsp;Park Avenue Park in Babylon. There may be no better bike trail through western Suffolk’s greenway than along the shady path through the woods to the splendors of&nbsp;Belmont Lake State Park. Take a breezy spin around scenic Belmont Lake, rent a paddle boat, fish for bass (NYS fishing license&nbsp;required for anglers 16 and older) or Instagram the bubbly waterfall. On your return trip, dip your toes in&nbsp;Southards Pond. 
 Historic Babylon&nbsp;pickup station at&nbsp;Babylon LIRR station.&nbsp;This ride is best on a Sunday morning, when you can pick up&nbsp;fruits and pastries&nbsp;at the Babylon Village Farmers Market&nbsp;beginning June 4&nbsp;before cruising&nbsp;over to&nbsp;Nathanial Conklin House (280 Deer Park Ave., Babylon), built in 1803 by the village’s founder and recently saved by local concerned citizens. Keep riding to historic markers on the sites where Guglielmo Marconi started the wireless revolution (Fire Island Avenue and Virginia Road). 
 Babylon waterfront&nbsp;pickup station at Babylon Pool (Fire Island Avenue South, Babylon). Cruise around the area to catch&nbsp;views of the Great South Bay and the soaring Robert Moses Causeway. 
 Huntington shoreline&nbsp;pickup station at&nbsp;Mill Dam Park. Distance:&nbsp;1.6 miles.&nbsp;Start at the park at the corner of Mill Dam and West Shore roads&nbsp;and across the street from Mill Dam Marina.&nbsp;Then take West Shore Road, north along the scenic Huntington Harbor shoreline. (Stop outside the park at the Gold Coast Surfside Delicatessen on West Shore Road for sandwiches, snacks and beverages.) Follow West Shore Road around the shoreline to Gold Star Battalion&nbsp;Beach Park. Where West Shore Road becomes Browns Road, stop for a look at a local landmark — the Chateau at Coindre Hall, a catering facility in a medieval-style mansion built in 1912. 
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 Kerber’s Farm&nbsp;pickup station in New Street parking lot in Huntington. Distance:&nbsp;About 2 miles. Take a short trip with a big reward: The farm, founded in 1941, is beloved for its egg sandwich on a Cheddar buttermilk biscuit (gluten-free available), and, for dessert, crusty housemade pies bursting with fruit, says Huntington Town Supervisor Ed Smyth, a mountain bike rider. (Kerber's Farm, 309 W. Pulaski Rd., Huntington,&nbsp;<a href="http://kerbersfarm.com">kerbersfarm.com</a>) 
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 Coopers Beach&nbsp;pickup station at&nbsp;Southampton LIRR station.&nbsp;Distance:&nbsp;About 3 miles via South Main Street, Gin Lane and Meadow Lane. Throw your beach towel in the bike's basket and meet the elite on Coopers Beach, the sunny strand rated No. 3 beach in 2022&nbsp;by ecologist Stephen P. Leatherman (aka Dr. Beach). The beach concession serves beer, wine and eats. Stay awhile for the Sunday concerts. 
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 Downtown Southampton&nbsp;pickup station at&nbsp;Agawam Park. Agawam’s broad lawn with its monumental veterans memorial and calming fountain makes for an idyllic pre- or post-ride picnic stop. A 0.2-mile-spin to the village founded in 1640 leads to Jobs Lane’s trendy shops, the venerable&nbsp;Southampton Publick House&nbsp;(62 Jobs Lane, Southampton), and the cheese Danish and crumb cake at Ye Olde Bake Shoppe&nbsp;(17 Windmill Lane, Southampton).&nbsp; 
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Bike share pickup stations on Long Island in Amityville, Babylon and more

Where to rent a PedalShare bike and ride this summer

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Biking is a great way to get your wheels turning on Long Island, and there are a host of dedicated paved trails&nbsp;—&nbsp;with scenic views to boot.&nbsp; 
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<h2> NASSAU-SUFFOLK CONNECTION </h2> 
<h2> Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway </h2> 
 Create your own Tour de Long Island on the Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway. There are scenery, historic sites and eateries galore along the 13.7-mile bike path from Captree State Park in Bay Shore to Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh. Fitness riders, family groups and solo cyclists are already riding the multiuse path and enjoying its rest stops, says Joseph De Palma,&nbsp;of East Setauket, president of the 2,000 member Nassau-Suffolk Bicycle Coalition. &quot;You can do a group ride and make a lunch date out of it,&quot; says De Palma, who has biked the path several times. Or, he adds, &quot;You can make a family fun trip while staying on Long Island.&quot; Beaches (including a legendary surfing mecca), concerts, zip lining and strolling by the sea can enrich or cap your day spinning in the sunshine. &nbsp; 
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<h2> Bethpage Bikeway | Woodbury-Massapequa (Long ride) </h2> 
 The entrance is located where the sign says “BEGIN” at the corner of Manetto Hill and Woodbury roads in Woodbury. From that point, the ride is about 13.2 miles. It travels along Sunnyside Boulevard&nbsp;to the Long Island Expressway, then underneath the expressway&nbsp;through Bethpage State Park before reaching the Bethpage State Parkway. The trail stays near that roadway until the Massapequa Preserve before crossing over and continuing south to Massapequa Lake and terminating at the corner of Merrick Road&nbsp;and Ocean Avenue in Massapequa. 
<h2> Ellen Farrant Memorial Bikeway (Scenic ride) </h2> 
 Also known as the Jones Beach Bikeway,&nbsp;this is the long trail one sees while driving down the Wantagh State Parkway&nbsp;south of Merrick Road.&nbsp;The trip technically starts at the entrance of Cedar Creek Park (3340 Merrick Rd., Seaford). After riding through the park a bit, you'll see a statue of a man on a bicycle — from there, continue along the path to the bikeway, which hugs the east side of the parkway. Look out&nbsp;to see marshes and water views, where gulls and cranes can be heard as they either call out from perches, fly overhead or poke around in the shallows. Riders pass&nbsp;the Goose Creek Bridge (you'll need to walk your bike over) and the Wantagh Parkway Bridge. The route passes through Field 5 at Jones Beach State Park before connecting to the Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway, which follows Ocean Parkway&nbsp;and wraps&nbsp;at Tobay Beach. If the Greenway is included, the ride is about 7.6 miles from Cedar Creek Park; end at Field 5 and it’s around 5.3 miles.Fee:&nbsp;Parking at Cedar Creek Park is $10 non-Nassau County residents from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. 
<h2> Eisenhower Park (Family-friendly) </h2> 
 At 930 acres (Merrick and Stewart avenues, East Meadow; 516-572-0347, <a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2797/Eisenhower-Park">nassaucountyny.gov</a>), there’s a lot of open space in addition to over 10 miles of multiuse paths and trails, suitable for all skill levels. Runners and bikers will pass picnic areas, ballfields, golf courses and playgrounds. Features also include a massive memorial garden that honors war veterans and firefighters, and a large lake that sits before a remembrance of the 9/11 attacks. Fee:&nbsp;Parking is $10 non-Nassau County residents from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. 
<h2> Oceanside Town Park (Keep it short) </h2> 
 There are several options for quick trails, but this spot (3800 Mahlon Brower Dr., Oceanside; 516-763-0710, <a href="https://hempsteadny.gov/tourism/trails/bicycle-trails">hempsteadny.gov</a>) has a 1-mile bicycle trail that runs in the park and includes marshy water views. No parking fee.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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<h2> Camp Hero State Park (Scenic ride) </h2> 
 Trails around Long Island tend to give bicyclists great views of the area’s nature and waters, but here (1898 Montauk Hwy., Montauk; 631-668-3781, <a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/attachments/CampHeroTrailMap.pdf">parks.ny.gov</a>) one can come across the striking remnants of a former military installation. One could argue that this park offers some of the&nbsp;eeriest of trails, as rides down some paths give a good look at sealed bunkers and a massive radar tower, all surrounded by woods that have reclaimed much of the area. The park inspired the Netflix series &quot;Stranger Things.&quot;&nbsp;Fee: $8 a car daily May 27-Oct. 16 and weekends and holidays April 30-May 21 and Oct. 21-Nov. 19. 
<h2> Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve (Long ride) </h2> 
 There are several trails within the park (25 Lloyd Harbor Rd., Huntington; 631-423-1770) — a former estate that now serves as a preserve that claims to host over 200 species of birds — but as all the trails are open to biking, that means riders get 22 miles worth of routes to try. None are dedicated to bicycles, however, so be ready to encounter (and safely ride near) both humans and horses on foot; around 10 of those miles are paved, so it’ll be the earthen trails where equestrian activity may take place. Routes can offer a fine view of meadows, wooded areas, shorelines and marshes. Fee: $8 a car, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily May 27-Sept. 4&nbsp;and weekends and holidays, April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. 
<h2> Belmont Lake State Park (Family-friendly) </h2> 
 Extremely popular in the warmer months for its kayak, pedal boat and rowboat rentals,&nbsp;the West&nbsp;Babylon park (631-667-5055, <a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/attachments/BelmontLakeTrailMap.pdf">parks.ny.gov</a>) has over 5 miles of multiuse trails great for bike&nbsp;enthusiasts of all levels to try. And while most of the trip surrounds the lake, cyclists also can roll on paths that weave between grassy lawns, trees and other flora. (A choice time to ride is during a clear sunset; the light reflects off the lake and pushes soft light across the scene.)&nbsp;Fee: $8 a car daily May 27-Labor Day; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. 
<h2> Kings Park Hike and Bike Trail (Keep it short) </h2> 
 At a mere mile and a half, this quick paved path starts just east of the R.J.O. Intermediate School (99 Old Dock Rd., Kings Park), moves behind a lot behind Kings Park Boulevard&nbsp;and through a neighborhood before ending in Nissequogue River State Park, close to the Kings Park Liberty Soccer Field.&nbsp;Fee: State parks' vehicle entrance is $8 April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9 (weekends), May 27-Sept. 4 (daily).

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Bike trails on Long Island: Long, scenic and family-friendly options

Take on these bike trails this spring

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It’s time to get out the bike, pump up the tires and head out to explore some of Long Island’s many bike paths and trails. Remember, biking paths are multiple use, so you’ll be sharing the way with pedestrians, in-line skaters and others. State law requires children younger than 14 to wear helmets. For other rules, regulations and safety tips, visit <a href="https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/injury_prevention/children/fact_sheets/preteens_10-14_years/bicycle_safety_10-14_years.htm">health.ny.gov</a>.&nbsp; 
<h2> Belmont Lake State Park, North Babylon&nbsp; </h2> 
 Picture-postcard scenery, a stone bridge and a small waterfall are highlights of an overall flat loop that also runs through woods flanked by benches and exercise stations. Lock up the bikes to rent pedal boats, rowboats or kayaks. The park has restrooms but no food concession. Fee:&nbsp;$8 a car daily May 27-Sept. 4; weekends April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. $80 Empire Pass&nbsp;card sold when tollbooth is open, or online. Mileage:&nbsp;3 
<h2> Bethpage Bikeway, Massapequa to Woodbury&nbsp; </h2> 
 The Bethpage Bikeway through the Massapequa Preserve features a shady trail along a tranquil stream. Continue north along the Bethpage State Parkway through Farmingdale to enter Bethpage State Park, passing its renowned golf courses. Ride north through the woodlands of Bethpage State Park and the open meadows of Trail View State Park. There are some short, steep hills at both the northern and southern approaches to Bethpage State Park. North of the Long Island Expressway, pedal up and coast down the long undulating hills bordering the LIE and Northern State Parkway, ending your ride at the Woodbury Corporate Park. Great bike path for fit commuters who work in the Plainview or Woodbury office parks. The bikeway has restrooms and picnic grounds in Bethpage State Park. Fee:&nbsp;$8 a car at Bethpage State Park, daily May 27-Sept. 4; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Nov. 5. Mileage:&nbsp;12.7 
<h2> Bethpage State Park, Farmingdale&nbsp; </h2> 
 The most family-friendly stretch of this flat terrain begins at the Bethpage State Park picnic area and runs north through the park. Fee:&nbsp;Picnic area only: $8 a car daily May 27-Sept. 4; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Nov. 5. Mileage:&nbsp;1 (connects to Bethpage Bikeway) 
<h2> Cathedral Pines County Park, Middle Island&nbsp; </h2> 
 Families with older kids can challenge themselves on this mountain biking trail at the headwaters of the Carmans River. Optional trails at Cathedral Pines have hills. All riders are required to wear helmets, and eye protection is recommended. The trail has restrooms. Fee:&nbsp;$7 parking Green Key cardholders, $15 everyone else, May 27-Sept. 4, weekends and holidays only. Mileage:&nbsp;6.5 to 8 
<h2> Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, Huntington </h2> 
 &nbsp;Situated on a scenic peninsula, this paved path is a 3-mile circular loop between the Dairy Barn and Marshall Field Estate, with breathtaking views of&nbsp;Long Island Sound and miles of pathway winding through woodlands, meadows, shoreline and salt marsh. Stop at the Masters Garage building for picnic tables and restrooms. Benches are scattered throughout the park. Fee:&nbsp;$8 per vehicle on weekends and holidays, April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9 and daily May 27-Sept. 4., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mileage:&nbsp;27 
<h2> Connetquot Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 Trail parallels Sunrise Highway between Connetquot Avenue and Oakdale-Bohemia Road, with a connection to Connetquot River State Park Preserve. Mileage:&nbsp;2.5 
<h2> Eisenhower Park, East Meadow&nbsp; </h2> 
 A complex web of multiuse paths connects soccer and baseball fields.&nbsp;The park has restrooms and several other seasonal amenities. Fee: Parking $10 a car daily for nonresidents from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.&nbsp;Mileage:&nbsp;3 
<h2> Epcal Path, Calverton&nbsp; </h2> 
 A shared-use bike path through the pine barrens of eastern Suffolk County that connects to athletic fields. Mileage:&nbsp;9 
<h2> Glen Cove Creek Esplanade&nbsp; </h2> 
 Scenic path along Glen Cove Creek with views of Hempstead Harbor. Adjacent to Garvies Point Preserve. Mileage:&nbsp;0.4 
<h2> Heckscher State Park, East Islip&nbsp; </h2> 
 Paved, multiuse trails attract bicycle riders, walkers and nature lovers. Cycle to a panoramic view of Great South Bay. Osprey nests tower over the trail near Field 7 and the park campgrounds. Playgrounds are near parking fields 1, 4 and 6. Restrooms are available. Fee:&nbsp;$8 a car daily May 27-June 23; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9; $10 daily June 24-Sept. 4. Mileage:&nbsp;4.5 
<h2> Hempstead Lake State Park, West Hempstead&nbsp; </h2> 
 Paved, multiuse path connects shaded picnic areas, playgrounds, tennis/pickleball&nbsp;courts and basketball courts;&nbsp;plus a pond.&nbsp;Restrooms available. Fee:&nbsp;$8 a car daily May 27-Sept. 4; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. Mileage:&nbsp;2.4 
<h2> Hempstead Turnpike Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 Traverses the north side of Hempstead Turnpike. Runs between Hofstra University, Nassau County Coliseum&nbsp;and Eisenhower Park (Merrick Avenue and Oak Street, Uniondale). Mileage:&nbsp;1.5 
<h2> Holtsville Ecology Park&nbsp; </h2> 
 Circular path provides access to a children’s animal preserve and Safety Town. Parking fee:&nbsp;Town residents, free with town sticker; Nonresidents, use meters $4 per hour Mon.-Thur., $5 per hour Fri.-Sun. and holidays.&nbsp;Mileage 1.2 
 
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 Glide along the beach on Long Island’s premier bike path, which begins at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford. From there it’s a 5.4-mile ride to Jones Beach’s East Bath House on the boardwalk. There you can either lock up your bike for a stroll or keep cycling to the food concessions. Stay on the extension on the north side of Ocean Parkway to pedal another 3.6 miles to Tobay Beach (free to&nbsp;enter by bike),&nbsp;where there are more restaurants and a playground. A&nbsp;multiuse path extends from the boardwalk at Field 1 to the West End area of the park for an additional 2.3 miles.&nbsp;Restrooms are available on the bikeway. Mileage: 5.4 to 11.3 
 
<h2> Jones Beach State Park Boardwalk&nbsp; </h2> 
 Bike or stroll the boardwalk with access to ocean swimming, swimming pool, miniature golf, shuffleboard, basketball, WildPlay Adventure Park, boccie ball, shuffleboard, paddle tennis and cornhole. Fee:&nbsp;$10 a car daily May 27-Sept. 17; $8 weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 23-Nov. 5. Mileage:&nbsp;2 
<h2> Kings Park Bike And Hike Trail&nbsp; </h2> 
 Hilly trail connects downtown Kings Park with Nissequogue River State Park. Follows the old railroad spur from Route 25A, just east of Church Street, to St. Johnland Road. Trail runs through the former Kings Park Psychiatric Center into Nissequogue River State Park. Mileage:&nbsp;1.4 
<h2> Long Beach Boardwalk&nbsp; </h2> 
 Wide, clearly marked bike lanes zoom down the middle of the city’s historic boardwalk, rebuilt after Superstorm Sandy. Restrooms are available along the boardwalk. Mileage:&nbsp;2.2 
<h2> Long Island Motor Parkway Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 Ride the first mile of the shared-use path along the alignment of the historic Long Island Motor Parkway. This path runs alongside the golf course on the northeast boundary of Eisenhower Park between Stewart Avenue and Carman Avenue. Mileage:&nbsp;1 
<h2> Merrick Avenue Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 A shared-use path along the western perimeter of Eisenhower Park connects with the Hempstead Turnpike shared-use path. Mileage:&nbsp;1.7 
<h2> Mitchel Field Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 Connects to the Hempstead Turnpike Shared-Use Path as well as Nassau Coliseum, Nassau Community College, Cradle of Aviation Museum, Long Island Children’s Museum, Nassau County Firefighter’s Museum, Eisenhower Park and multiuse path along Merrick Avenue. Mileage:&nbsp;6.3 
<h2> Nassau Expressway Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 Runs along the grassy shoulder of the Nassau Expressway from Broadway to the Atlantic Beach Bridge. Mileage:&nbsp;0.9 
<h2> NY&nbsp;347 Parks To Ports Greenway&nbsp; </h2> 
 A shared-use path paralleling Route 347 between Town Line Road in Hauppauge and Gibbs Pond Road in Nesconset, and 0.8 miles between Terryville Road and Davis Avenue in Port Jefferson Station. The shared-use path has extensive landscaping, rain gardens and solar-powered bus shelters with LED street lighting. Route 347 is being constructed in stages and, when fully built by 2033, will extend 15 miles between Hauppauge and Port Jefferson Station. Mileage:&nbsp;3.5 
<h2> North Woodmere Park&nbsp; </h2> 
 A scenic path with&nbsp;water views.&nbsp;Parking fee: $10 weekends and holidays for nonresidents from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.&nbsp;Mileage:&nbsp;1 
<h2> Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway&nbsp; </h2> 
 Ride through a combination of maritime forest and vast tidal wetlands between the popular Jones Beach State Park through Tobay Beach and clear to Captree State Park. Connects with the Ellen Farrant Memorial Bikeway at Jones Beach to Cedar Creek Park in Wantagh. Mileage:&nbsp;13.6 
<h2> Riverfront Trail, Riverhead&nbsp; </h2> 
 A scenic boardwalk adjacent to the Peconic River leading to the Long Island Aquarium in downtown Riverhead. Mileage:&nbsp;0.4 
<h2> Rocky Point Mountain Biking Trail&nbsp; </h2> 
 Explore trails available for beginners to advanced riders through the Rocky Point Pine Barrens State Forest. Access is available at trailheads off both Route 25A and Rocky Point Road. No riding before noon for the month of May. Mileage:&nbsp;13 
<h2> Setauket-Port Jefferson Greenway&nbsp; </h2> 
 Hilly trail gives a good aerobic workout from Route 25A at Limroy Lane in Setauket to Route 112 at Hallock Avenue in Port Jefferson Station. Mileage:&nbsp;3.4 
<h2> Stony Brook University (Paul Simons Memorial Bike Path)&nbsp; </h2> 
 Stony Brook’s campus is set among 1,100 wooded acres, complete with a nature preserve. The Paul Simons Memorial Bike Path — paved for biking, running and in-line skating — circles the campus. Mileage:&nbsp;6 
<h2> Sunken Meadow State Park Boardwalk&nbsp; </h2> 
 Views of Long Island Sound with Connecticut in the distance. Fee:&nbsp;$10 a car daily May 27-Sept. 10; $8 weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 16-Nov. 5. Mileage:&nbsp;0.75 
<h2> Sunrise Trail, Lynbrook&nbsp; </h2> 
 Multiuse path along Sunrise Highway in Lynbrook, between Earle and Ocean avenues. Mileage 0.6 
<h2> Valley Stream State Park/ Hendrickson Park Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 Scenic pathway through wooded Valley Stream State Park and adjoining Hendrickson Park, connecting picnic grounds and athletic fields. It continues as a loop around Valley Stream Pond in Hendrickson Park. Restrooms are available at the park. Fee:&nbsp;$8 a car daily May 27-Sept. 4; and weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9.&nbsp;Mileage:&nbsp;2 
<h2> Wantagh Park&nbsp; </h2> 
 A shared-use path with scenic bay views connects picnic areas, athletic fields, a marina and a swimming pool. Parking fee:&nbsp;$10 a car daily for nonresidents from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.&nbsp;Mileage:&nbsp;2.5 
<h2> Wantagh Parkway Shared-Use Path (Ellen Farrant Memorial Bikeway)&nbsp; </h2> 
 Starting at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford, this multiuse path parallels the Wantagh State Parkway crossing that transitions from oak forest to open tidal marshes. Cross over three bridges while enjoying expansive water views of South Oyster Bay. At the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater,&nbsp;the path takes a sharp left to connect to the Ocean Parkway Coastal Greenway. Mileage:&nbsp;5 
<h2> West Meadow Beach Shared-Use Path&nbsp; </h2> 
 The former Trustees Road has been closed to car traffic, creating a shared-use path with views of Smithtown Bay and Connecticut. Mileage:&nbsp;1.2

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Bike trails at Long Island parks

LI parks with bike trails to visit this season

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Sturdy shoes and a sense of adventure — that's all you really need to plan a day&nbsp;visiting one of Long Island's landmark beacons. Sure, you'll get a dose of history&nbsp;and a workout&nbsp;as you climb to the top of these lighthouses, but the reward is unparalleled views of the shorelines. What's more, you can round out the experience with a post-tour brunch, a sunset cocktail or even a boat ride back to land. 
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<h2> FILL YOUR CAMERA ROLL &amp; WATCH THE SUNSET </h2> 
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 MONTAUK POINT LIGHTHOUSE&nbsp;It’s the state's oldest lighthouse&nbsp;(completed in 1796)&nbsp;and&nbsp;a National Historic Landmark to boot. The beacon remains one of Long Island’s most-photographed landmarks. Few visitors can resist lingering in the swing benches lining the parking lot to take a selfie with the tower looming in the background. Others prefer to descend the dirt trail to the picture-perfect pebbly beach for spectacular photos of sunset, cascading cliffs and crashing surf. 
 GETTING THERE It is located&nbsp;at the eastern end of State Route 27 on property owned and maintained by the Montauk Historical Society. Park in the adjacent Montauk Point State Park’s huge lot ($8 parking until 4 p.m.). 
 CLIMB THE TOWER If you’re intent on climbing the tower, you’ll need to get your ticket at least 30 minutes before closing time (in the summer, that’s 5:30 p.m. weekdays and 7 p.m. weekends). ($15 adults, $10 ages 62 and older, $5 ages 12 and younger; must be at least 41 inches tall to climb.) 
 GET A DRINK The park’s upgraded concession, George’s Lighthouse Caf&eacute;, has been a lively spot to grab a craft beer or cocktail and relax on the umbrella-dotted outdoor terrace for social media-worthy photos of the tower in the backdrop — or the sunset. 
 GOOD TO KNOW It’s tempting to explore the cliff rock wall at the base of the tower’s hill in search of better photo-ops, but be careful and pay attention to the warning signs.&nbsp;&quot;The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the NY Department of Environmental Conservation are working together to create a revetment around Montauk Point to protect it from erosion. Unfortunately, this means that there will be no visitor access to the cliff rock wall at the base of the tower for the rest of this year,” says Mia Certic, executive director of the Montauk Historical Society. 
 INFO <a href="http://montauklighthouse.com">montauklighthouse.com</a> 
<h2> TAKE A HIKE &amp; GET A BITE </h2> 
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 FIRE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE&nbsp;Long Island’s tallest lighthouse (180 feet) welcomes visitors to the first-floor gift shop for a souvenir lighthouse miniature ($6). Step into the building next door for a look at the original Fresnel lens that used to helm the landmark.&nbsp;View the Keeper's Quarters museum. The boathouse also is worth&nbsp;a walk to view&nbsp;a Surf Boat and equipment used by the U.S. Life-Saving Service, one of the forerunners of the U.S. Coast Guard. 
 GETTING THERE The lighthouse is the gem of the Fire Island National Seashore, a 26-mile federally protected area just east of Robert Moses State Park. Park in Field 5 ($10), then be prepared for the nearly 1-mile, flat trek through wetlands on the boardwalk heading east. 
 CLIMB THE TOWER&nbsp;Tower climb may be closed for repairs due to recent&nbsp;storm damage. Check website for reopening. 
 GET A BITE Push on by foot to Fire Island’s westernmost community of Kismet — you can walk along the gravel road behind the lighthouse or cross over to the ocean beach for the 30-minute stroll. Once there, head to Dive for drinks and tacos powered by live entertainment. Or try the Kismet Inn&nbsp;to stoke your return jaunt with salad, seafood and burgers. 
 GOOD TO KNOW Wear sturdy shoes;&nbsp;bring bug spray. 
 INFO <a href="http://fireislandlighthouse.com">fireislandlighthouse.com</a> 
<h2> TAKE A LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE </h2> 
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 EAST END LIGHTHOUSES&nbsp;Lighthouse lovers can knock off a slew of offshore beacons from their sightings bucket list with an all-day cruise from Greenport. Organized by the East End Seaport Museum, most cruises last two hours&nbsp;and visit&nbsp;various locations across the Peconic Bay. They include a stop for a foot tour of the Long Beach Bar Lighthouse, aka &quot;Bug Light,&quot; narrated by a local resident. Visitors can enter the lighthouse, walk around on its first and second floors and stroll the wraparound deck for views of Peconic Bay. Offering other outings including a&nbsp;&quot;Super Cruise&quot; covering multiple East End lighthouses.&nbsp; 
 TAKE A CRUISE Purchase tickets online&nbsp;($59 adults, $49.50&nbsp;senior/student or military, $25 ages 2-11). 
 GET A BITE Greenport has a full slate of restaurants for a quick or leisurely meal. Well-known Claudio's has lively outdoor seating areas perched right at the water's edge. 
 GOOD TO KNOW Cruise reservations are essential. 
 INFO <a href="http://eastendseaport.org">eastendseaport.org</a>

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Long Island lighthouse day trips to Fire Island, Montauk and Greenport

Lighthouse day trips to Fire Island, Montauk and Greenport

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Long Island&nbsp;has thousands of miles of hiking trails through woods, fields and sand. Many are suitable for kids, and some even have guided tours. Take a look at some of the best bets for hiking trails&nbsp;in Nassau and Suffolk counties. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> FIRE ISLAND WILDERNESS </h2> 
 Hike from east or west to the wilderness breach in the state's only federally designated wilderness area and experience undeveloped barrier island beaches. 3-mile round-trip hike to wilderness breach via Wilderness Visitor Center adjacent to Smith Point County Park, accessible by car year-round. Or 10-mile hike on wilderness path and beach to wilderness breach, accessible via ferry to Watch Hill and points west to Fire Island. More info:&nbsp;631-281-3010,&nbsp;<a href="http://nps.gov/fiis">nps.gov/fiis</a> 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> LONG ISLAND GREENBELT TRAIL </h2> 
 32 miles along the Connetquot and Nissequogue rivers. National Recreation Trail goes from Heckscher State Park on Great South Bay to Sunken Meadow bluffs on Long Island&nbsp;Sound. Access at Connetquot River State Park Preserve on the south (Sunrise and Montauk highways), and on the north at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, Jericho Turnpike&nbsp;between bull statue and Old Willets Path (preserve open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Wed.-Sun.) and Nissequogue River State Park (St. Johnland Road). Other accesses at Heckscher State Park (Field 7), Sunken Meadow State Park (Field 3) and Blydenburgh County Park (New Mill Road). More info:&nbsp;<a href="http://ligreenbelt.org">ligreenbelt.org</a> 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> LONG ISLAND PINE BARRENS TRAIL </h2> 
 Nearly 50 miles of footpaths in eastern Suffolk County. Meanders past swamps, ponds and overlooks from Rocky Point to Shinnecock Canal. Includes Rocky Point Preserve, Pine Trail Preserve, Peconic River watershed, Maple Swamp and Sears Bellows County Park. Hike this trail or park a vehicle (<a href="http://nwsdy.li/trailpermits">contact the DEC for a permit</a>). Other access at Pine Trail Preserve parking area on Route 25, a half-mile east of William Floyd Parkway. Trail is part of the 130-mile Paumanok Path that runs from Rocky Point to Shinnecock Canal, with a few links in Southampton that lead&nbsp;from East Hampton border to Montauk Point. More info:&nbsp;<a href="http://pb.state.ny.us">pb.state.ny.us</a> 
<h2> MASHOMACK PRESERVE HIKING TRAIL </h2> 
 Loops 1 &frac12; to 10 miles long wind through the 2,039-acre preserve’s oak-hickory forest, across open meadows and beside freshwater ponds and salt marshes. 1-mile wheelchair and stroller-friendly trail and 1⁄8-mile Braille boardwalk also available. Visitor Center bathrooms are open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week.&nbsp;Parking&nbsp;at Visitor Center (79 S. Ferry Rd., Shelter Island).&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;631-749-4219,&nbsp;<a href="http://nature.org/mashomack">nature.org/mashomack</a>&nbsp; 
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<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> NASSAU-SUFFOLK TRAIL </h2> 
 20 miles between Massapequa Preserve and Cold Spring Harbor. South entrance on Ocean Avenue, north of Merrick Road. Trail follows the shore of Caroons Lake to a log bridge, where vegetation begins to change to pine barrens. North of the preserve, the trail parallels Bethpage Parkway. Additional access from west side of picnic area parking lot in Bethpage State Park and Trail View State Park parking areas north of Old Country Road&nbsp;and Washington Avenue. The hilly north section ends at Cold Spring Harbor State Park on Route 25A. Stretch of Nassau-Suffolk Trail between Stillwell Woods in Syosset and Route 25A in Cold Spring Harbor has trees not in the pine barrens. It ends at a Greenbelt parking area near Cold Spring Harbor Library on Route 25A. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> NORTHWEST PATH </h2> 
 6- to 7-mile path in East Hampton Town, includes a section of Paumanok Path (125-mile path from Rocky Point to Montauk), which winds through oak and hickory forest where understory is mostly lowbush blueberry and black huckleberry. Immense white pine groves may be traversed through the Chatfield’s Hole and Grace Estate properties. Trail’s end at Cedar Point boasts wetlands with foliage and bird life. Deer and red-tailed hawks are frequently seen. Start at Route 114 at Edwards Hole Nature Preserve. Park in the parking lot at Route 114. Northwest Path is blazed with yellow triangles.&nbsp;Trail map at&nbsp;<a href="http://easthamptontrailspreservationsociety.org/trails">easthamptontrailspreservationsociety.org/trails</a>. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> RAY CORWIN TRAIL </h2> 
 12 &frac12;&nbsp;miles from NY 25A in Rocky Point preserve to downtown Yaphank, passing through DEC, Suffolk County and town of Brookhaven land east of the Carmans River. Accesses at Rocky Point, a DEC parking lot on NY 25, and East Main Street in Yaphank. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> RED CREEK PARK </h2> 
 3.8-mile loop in Red Creek Town Park, Hampton Bays. See red-tailed hawk, blue heron, kettle holes, deer and, in October, monarch butterflies. Trail winds through pitch pine woods mixed with oak, maple and tupelo. A posted trail map is available in the park on Old Riverhead Road&nbsp;(off Route 24) in Hampton Bays. Parking areas open to all.&nbsp; 
<h2> STUMP POND TRAIL </h2> 
 Trail 5 &frac34; miles long begins at the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference office at the north side of Blydenburgh County Park (New Mill Road) in Smithtown, and winds around 164-acre Stump Pond. More info and hike schedule:&nbsp;<a href="http://ligreenbelt.org">ligreenbelt.org</a>&nbsp; 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> WALT WHITMAN TRAIL </h2> 
 Loop 3.8 miles&nbsp;long with a total of 8 miles of trails from the Whitman home through West Hills County Park, Huntington. Circular trail includes Jaynes Hill, the highest point on Long Island. Trail links with Nassau-Suffolk Trail. Park at county park entrance off Sweet Hollow Road. Parking also near Jaynes Hill on Reservoir Road.

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10 Long Island hiking trails to try this season 

10 hiking trails to try this season on LI

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Lace up your walking shoes. On a Long Island hike this spring and summer, there’s water, water everywhere, and not just in your canteen. 
 Hiking trails at local parks and preserves offer refreshing trailside and trails-end views of scenic lakes and rivers, idyllic ponds, crashing Atlantic surf and even a few bubbly waterfalls. Guard against ticks by wearing protective clothing and checking your skin after your hike. 
<h2> LAKESIDE </h2> 
<h2> Twin Lakes Preserve, Wantagh </h2> 
<ul> 
 <li> Entrance on Park Avenue west of the Wantagh State Parkway </li> 
 <li> Open year-round, dawn to dusk </li> 
 <li> Free admission </li> 
 <li> 516-431-9200,&nbsp;<a href="http://hempsteadny.gov&nbsp;">hempsteadny.gov&nbsp;</a> </li> 
</ul> 
 You might have seen Twin Lakes while driving by the preserve on the Wantagh State Parkway. But you also can&nbsp;do some Tom Sawyer-like exploring of the 58-acre, state-owned and Town of Hempstead-managed land. The forest trail passes three lakes, a human-made waterfall, freshwater wetlands and grasslands. You can fish for brown and rainbow trout, which are stocked in the spring and fall. A fishing regulation limits daily catch to five fish, with no more than two longer than 12 inches.&nbsp;(New York State freshwater fishing license&nbsp;required;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dec.ny.gov/63.html">dec.ny.gov/permits</a>) 
<h2> Hempstead Lake State Park </h2> 
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 <li> 1000 Lake Dr., West Hempstead </li> 
 <li> Open year-round </li> 
 <li> Parking: $8 per car daily May 27-Sept. 4; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. Carousel: $2 per ride </li> 
 <li> 516-766-1029,&nbsp;<a href="http://parks.ny.gov/parks/hempsteadlake">parks.ny.gov/parks/hempsteadlake</a> </li> 
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 The popular park offers an easy starter hike for families with kids and dogs — you’ll need to leash the pups. The trail wends around Hempstead Lake — the largest lake in Nassau County&nbsp;— and the smaller McDonald and South ponds. Kids can round out their day by fishing (license required) or riding the historic hand-carved wooden carousel.&nbsp; 
<h2> Belmont Lake State Park </h2> 
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 <li> Exit 38, Southern State Parkway, North Babylon </li> 
 <li> Parking: $8 a car daily May 27-Sept. 4; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. </li> 
 <li> 631-667-5055,&nbsp;<a href="http://parks.ny.gov">parks.ny.gov</a> </li> 
</ul> 
 The park’s 7.6 miles of multiuse trails feature an unexpected sight: two bubbly waterfalls. The best-known cascade is located at the south end of the scenic Belmont Lake where ducks swim and the leaves are green and the flowers are blooming. The water tumbles over rocks and under a footbridge before feeding into Carlls River on its way to the bay.&nbsp;Deeper in the woods on the park trail, Little Falls rushes over a stony riverbed under a wooden footbridge. Instagram, anyone?&nbsp; 
<h2> LONG ISLAND SOUND&nbsp; </h2> 
<h3> Sunken Meadow State Park </h3> 
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 <li> North end of Sunken Meadow State Parkway, Kings Park </li> 
 <li> Leashed dogs on back trails only. </li> 
 <li> $10 a car daily May 27-Sept. 10; $8 weekends and holidays&nbsp;April 1-May 21&nbsp;and Sept. 16-Nov. 5. </li> 
 <li> 631-269-4333, <a href="http://parks.ny.gov">parks.ny.gov</a> </li> 
</ul> 
 This hike is a shore thing for you and your canine companion. To take the 2&frac12;.-mile Greenbelt trail, start from Parking Field 3, head south, cross over Sunken Meadow Creek using the walking bridges. Then head east on the path to the undeveloped eastern end of the 1,287-acre park; you can traverse a hilly, densely wooded and occasionally steep and rocky trail skirting the bluffs towering over Long Island Sound. Two sunny meadows allow rest and rehydration before descending through the bluffs to the Sound shoreline. A trail map is available online and at park information. 
<h2> Sagamore Hill </h2> 
<ul> 
 <li> 20 Sagamore Hill Rd., Oyster Bay </li> 
 <li> Trail entrance behind the Old Orchard Museum </li> 
 <li> Free admission to the grounds; no fees for parking. Open from sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset </li> 
</ul> 
 Teddy Roosevelt was an avid hiker who often marched down to his estate’s swimming&nbsp;hole. Today’s hikers can follow his footsteps on the dirt trail through the tulip tree forest, over the bridge&nbsp;spanning Eel Creek, to the beach on sailboat-dotted Cold Spring Harbor. Swimming is not permitted, but leashed dogs can hike along with you.&nbsp;You’ll also get bonus views of the 3,209-acre Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge. 
<h2> OCEANVIEW </h2> 
<h2> Shadmoor State Park </h2> 
<ul> 
 <li> 900 Montauk Hwy., Montauk </li> 
 <li> Free admission; no fees for parking </li> 
 <li> 631-668-3781,&nbsp;<a href="http://parks.ny.gov">parks.ny.gov</a> </li> 
</ul> 
 The Roosevelt’s Run trail, which loops through the 99-acre Shadmoor State Park, opens up at one point to a dazzling seascape: blue sky, craggy oceanfront bluffs and 2,400 feet of sparkling ocean beach reachable by two stairways. To the east, you can see Montauk Village. Another trail leads to the Ditch Plains surfer’s beach. Also of note trailside, abandoned World War II-era bunkers that once protected the coast with artillery guns. 
<h2> RIVERSIDE </h2> 
<h2> Bayard Cutting Arboretum </h2> 
<ul> 
 <li> 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River </li> 
 <li> Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. April-Oct., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov.-March; closed Mondays </li> 
 <li> $8 parking&nbsp;Tues.-Sun. April-Nov. Special events may have additional entrance fees. </li> 
 <li> 631-581-1002,&nbsp;<a href="http://bayardcuttingarboretum.com">bayardcuttingarboretum.com</a> </li> 
</ul> 
 A side trip to see the dwarf conifer collection is another reason to take the river walk along a wide stretch of the Connetquot, one of Long Island’s longest rivers. Keep your eyes peeled for birds — blue herons, egrets, an American bald eagle — and a native plant collection (cattails, elderberry, wild blueberries) on Breezy Island at the tail end of the river walk. Loop back to the historic home for pie at Hidden Oak Cafe.&nbsp;Pets, bicycle riding, picnics, sports, bathing and games are not permitted.

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Waterfront hiking trails on Long Island

Hiking trails that'll take you past water views 

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Long Island has more than 175 miles of mountain biking trails, many maintained by Concerned Long Island Mountain Bicyclists (CLIMB). Here’s a sampling, from those geared to beginner through advanced riders. 
 Beginner / intermediate Long Island biking trails 
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<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Bethpage State Park </h2> 
 99 Quaker Meeting House Rd., Farmingdale; 516-249-0700.&nbsp;Trails are two-way and multiuse. Fee: $8 parking May 27-Sept. 4; weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Nov. 5. Mileage: 12.&nbsp; 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Calverton Mountain Bike Trail&nbsp; </h2> 
 Route 25, Calverton.&nbsp;Beginner-to-intermediate single-track loop. Additional 1&frac12; miles of optional advanced hill climbs. DEC permit required. Mileage: 8&frac12;. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Cathedral Pines County Park&nbsp; </h2> 
 Yaphank-Middle Island Road, south of Route 25, Middle Island; 631-852-5502. Beginner-to-intermediate one-way single track. Additional 5&frac12; miles of optional advanced hill climbs. Fee: $7&nbsp;parking for Green Key cardholders, $15 for everyone else, May 27-Sept. 4, weekends and holidays only.&nbsp; 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Eastport Mountain Bike Trail </h2> 
 East Moriches/Riverhead Road, Eastport. Beginner-to-intermediate single track. No riding before noon for the month of May. DEC permit required. Mileage: 8&frac12;. 
 All-level Long Island biking trails 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Edgewood Preserve </h2> 
 Commack Road, Deer Park. Beginner, intermediate and advanced trails with lots of single track. Also 13 miles of additional advanced loops, of which 3 miles are black-diamond trails for those with the most advanced biking skills. 8&frac12; miles for beginners to intermediate, 1&frac12; advanced. DEC permit required.&nbsp;Mileage 17+. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Trail View State Park </h2> 
 8101 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury;&nbsp;631-423-1770. Trails are two-way and multiuse, use caution.&nbsp;Mileage: 8. 
 Advanced Long Island biking trails 
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<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Hempstead Harbor Woods&nbsp; </h2> 
 Across from 145 W. Shore Rd., Port Washington. For intermediate-to-advanced bikers with one-way multiuse trails, use caution. Hilly terrain with sandy sections in former sand mine. Mileage: 3+.&nbsp; 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Hither Hills State Park&nbsp; </h2> 
 164 Old Montauk Hwy., Montauk; 631-668-2554. Mostly single track with some water views for intermediate-to-advanced bikers. Hilly terrain with some sandy sections. Park free at Hither Hills West Overlook for easy access to the bike trails. Mileage: 20+.&nbsp; 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Manorville Hills&nbsp; </h2> 
 County Road 111, Manorville. Many hill climbs and no flat areas. Trail is two-way for 3.3 miles to a one-way loop. If the going is too tough, turn around and go back before entering one-way loop. Option to ride to the easier Eastport trails for added miles. Mileage: 14. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Overton Preserve </h2> 
 Coram and Yaphank Road, also known as Mill Road, Coram. For Intermediate-to-advanced with 6 miles of optional diamond loops that feature&nbsp;a unique terrain. Mileage: 6+. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Rocky Point Pine Barrens State Forest </h2> 
 Rocky Point Road or Route 25A Bypass, Rocky Point. Intermediate-to-advanced single track plus additional 7 miles of black-diamond challenging hills. Several miles of separate beginner trails also available.&nbsp;No riding before noon for the month of May. DEC permit required. Mileage: 13+. 
<h2 data-atex-pstyle="FUNTEXT"> Stillwell Woods Preserve </h2> 
 South Woods Road, Syosset. Entrance to the trail is behind the soccer fields. Intermediate-to-advanced single track with an additional 2 miles of challenging hills, plus 2 more miles of beginner trails. Mileage 4+.

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Long Island mountain bike trails based on skill level 

LI mountain bike trails for all skill levels

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Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater will have a full schedule of shows this summer.&nbsp;Here's the rundown and check back,&nbsp;concerts are still being added. For tickets:&nbsp;516-221-1000, <a href="https://www.livenation.com/">livenation.com</a>. 
<h2> JUNE </h2> 
<h2> TLC, SHAGGY, EN VOGUE AND SEAN KINGSTON </h2> 
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 Grab a ticket to the “Hot Summer Nights Tour” with a four-part bill including TLC, Shaggy, En Vogue and Sean Kingston June 13. 
 INFO $41.30-$433.65 
<h2> JULY </h2> 
<h2> STEVE MILLER BAND WITH JOE SATRIANI&nbsp; </h2> 
 The Steve Miller Band with Joe Satriani will perform July 1. 
 INFO $41-$273 
<h2> LUKE BRYAN&nbsp; </h2> 
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 The country star will rock the stage during his &quot;Country On&quot; tour July 6. 
 INFO: $76-$547 &nbsp; 
<h2> COUNTING CROWS AND DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL </h2> 
 The Counting Crows return during the&nbsp;&quot;Banshee Season Tour&quot; with Dashboard Confessional July 8. 
 INFO: $41-$301 
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<h2> BIG TIME RUSH </h2> 
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 The boy band from the Nickelodeon TV series that ran from 2009 to 2013 will take the stage July 9.&nbsp; 
 INFO: $48-$330 
<h2> SAM HUNT </h2> 
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 Country singer-songwriter Sam Hunt will perform&nbsp;during the &quot;Summer On The Outskirts&quot; tour July 14. 
 INFO: $48-$294 
<h2> KIDZ BOP&nbsp; </h2> 
 Bring the whole family and singalong to the latest hits during&nbsp;KIDZ BOP &quot;Never Stop Live&quot; tour July 15.&nbsp; 
 INFO: $40-$192 
<h2> MATCHBOX TWENTY </h2> 
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 Fans have waited three years for Matchbox Twenty to play its long-delayed &quot;Slow Dream&quot; tour,&nbsp;which was twice delayed because of the pandemic. The tour finally stops at Jones Beach Theater July 18 and will also feature Ben Rector. 
 INFO $50.85-$413 
<h2> DAVE MATTHEWS BAND </h2> 
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 The rock band comes to Jones Beach July 19. 
 INFO $59-$393 
<h2> BOY GEORGE AND CULTURE CLUB </h2> 
 The&nbsp;English new wave band will perform July 23.&nbsp; 
 INFO&nbsp;$32-$238 
<h2> MUDVAYNE </h2> 
 The first time the heavy metal band is headlining in over a decade, Mudvayne will make&nbsp;a stop July 28. 
 INFO $48-$208 
<h2> 'HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE' IN CONCERT </h2> 
 See &quot;Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone&quot; in concert with NJ Symphony July 29. 
 INFO $41-$171 &nbsp; 
<h2> GODSMACK AND STAIND </h2> 
 Check out Godsmack and Staind July 30. 
 INFO $30-$283 
<h2> AUGUST </h2> 
<h2> FOREIGNER </h2> 
 Hitmakers of the ‘70s and ‘80s Foreigner say goodbye at “The Historic Farewell&quot; tour,&nbsp;Aug. 2. Loverboy serves as a special guest. 
 INFO $41.30-$1,016.55 
<h2> GOO GOO DOLLS </h2> 
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 The rock band will perform on their &quot;Big Night Out&quot; tour Aug. 5. 
 INFO $35-$299 
<h2> JOE BONAMASSA/STYX/DON FELDER </h2> 
 Experience a night of massive guitar with the triple bill of Joe Bonamassa, Styx and Don Felder (formerly of the Eagles) Aug. 12. 
 INFO $50-$508.90 
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<h2> THE LUMINEERS </h2> 
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 The alternative folk band comes to Jones Beach Aug. 18. 
 INFO $68-$450 
<h2> DISTURBED </h2> 
 The metal band will play Aug. 19.&nbsp; 
 INFO $63-$345 &nbsp; 
<h2> SLIGHTLY STOOPID AND SUBLIME WITH ROME </h2> 
 Get in the summertime spirit with Slightly Stoopid and Sublime with Rome Aug. 26. 
 INFO $41-$193 
<h2> SMASHING PUMPKINS </h2> 
 Rock out with the Smashing Pumpkins Aug. 30.&nbsp; 
 INFO $48-$284 
<h2> SEPTEMBER&nbsp; </h2> 
<h2> THE OFFSPRING, SIMPLE PLAN AND SUM 41 </h2> 
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 Watch out as the “Let the Bad Times Roll” tour pulls into Jones Beach Sept. 2 with The Offspring, Simple Plan and Sum 41 in tow. 
 INFO $54.35-$318.60 
<h2> JAMES TAYLOR </h2> 
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 The&nbsp;Grammy-award winner performs&nbsp;Sept. 3. 
 INFO $54-$377 
<h2> STING </h2> 
 Sting will take the stage Sept. 8.&nbsp; 
 INFO: $84-$464 
<h2> ROB ZOMBIE/ALICE COOPER </h2> 
 Here comes the “Freaks on Parade Tour” with the gruesome twosome of Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper Sept. 9. Ministry and Filter fill out the bill. 
 INFO $54.35-$492.65 
<h2> ZAC BROWN BAND </h2> 
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 The country superstars head to&nbsp;Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater for two nights on Sept. 16-17. 
 INFO $87-$422

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Jones Beach 2023 summer concerts include Luke Bryan, TLC, Zac Brown Band

The Jones Beach concerts you'll want tickets for

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The world may see the Hamptons as a summer playground for the famous, but Long Islanders know it’s also a year-round place where nature thrives, there is&nbsp;family fun to be had and mom-and-pop shops galore to explore.&nbsp;If you're on the East End only for a day, here are things to do with your family this summer. 
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<h2> EXPLORE THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE EAST END </h2> 
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 Families looking for educational, hands-on&nbsp;experiences can check out this museum where&nbsp;kids can dress up and play in a faux-fire engine or board a model, life-size pirate ship. There’s also a large Lite-Brite-inspired wall challenge and a play library where kids can put on a puppet show. There’s a padded jungle gym room&nbsp;and a play kitchen set. Visit the wind station to balance a ball on an invisible jet of air. Outside, there’s mini golf that also serves as a demonstration of physics and a giant chess set to try.&nbsp;Admission is $19; timed tickets need to be reserved in advance. 
 INFO 76 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Tpke., Bridgehampton; 631-537-8250, <a href="http://cmee.org">cmee.org</a> 
<h2> TOUR THE SOUTH FORK NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM&nbsp; </h2> 
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 Across the street from CMEE,&nbsp;the&nbsp;natural history museum also provides an educational experience, with several interactive exhibits — some featuring&nbsp;live animals, including native creatures that are not easily spotted in the wild. The museum&nbsp;also has a 40-acre preserve known as Vineyard Field, where&nbsp;guests can get a glimpse of some of the flora and fauna. Events planned for summer include a full “Strawberry Super Moon” hike (June 3), a National Dragonfly Day celebration&nbsp;(June 10), a tour of the Town of East Hampton Shellfish Nursery (June 24)&nbsp;and the museum’s 34th annual Summer Gala (July 29).&nbsp;Admission to the museum is $10, $7 for children ages 3-12 (2&nbsp;and younger are free). Some programs are $15, $10 ages 3-12;&nbsp;some are free. 
 INFO 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Tpke., Bridgehampton; 631-537-9735, <a href="http://sofo.org">sofo.org</a>&nbsp; 
<h2> PLAY MINI GOLF AND PRACTICE AT DRIVING RANGE&nbsp; </h2> 
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 The&nbsp;Southampton Golf Range&nbsp;(668 County Rd. 39, Southampton; 631-283-2158,&nbsp;<a href="https://southamptongolfrange.com/">southamptongolfrange.com</a>) is a spot where guests can hit golf balls on&nbsp;its TopTracer range, which includes ball-tracking technology. At night, the experience features LED interactive targets glowing across the course. Miniature golf and batting cages also are available. Visitors&nbsp;can look forward to live music on weekends. 
 Miniature golf is the main event at&nbsp;Puff &amp; Putt&nbsp;(659 Montauk Hwy. Montauk; 631-668-4473, cash only), but should an aquatic adventure be desired, this small course found in the hamlet’s downtown is located on Fort Pond, so golfers can ditch their clubs and switch to paddleboards, canoes and pedal boats that can be rented by the hour or half-hour. 
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<h2> HANG AT THE BEACHES IN MONTAUK </h2> 
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 If you want to soak up the sun,&nbsp;Shadmoor State Park&nbsp;(900 Montauk Hwy.; 631-668-3781,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/shadmoor/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>) has free parking. Other beaches to spend the day at are&nbsp;Montauk Point State Park&nbsp;($8 to park, 2000 Montauk Hwy.; 631-668-3781,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/montaukpoint/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>) and&nbsp;Camp Hero State Park&nbsp;($8 to park, 1898 Montauk Hwy.; 631-668-3781,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/camphero/">parks.ny.gov</a>), with fees collected from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily from May 27 through&nbsp;Oct. 9.&nbsp;You’ll need to pay $10 to get on the sand at&nbsp;Hither Hills State Park&nbsp;(164 Old Montauk Hwy.; 631-668-2554,&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/hitherhills/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>), where daily fees will be collected May 27 through Sept. 17 (from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. through June 23, then until 6 p.m. through Sept. 17). Lifeguards will be on duty every day beginning Memorial Day weekend through the second weekend in September. 
<h2> PAINT WITH PUPS AT PAWCASSO ART STUDIO </h2> 
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 Those&nbsp;looking to get artsy with their Fido in tow can visit this&nbsp;art studio,&nbsp;where guests can bring their dogs to join them as they paint. Visitors can look forward to summer events including&nbsp;“Bob Ross Fridays”: acrylic versions of the iconic artist’s paintings on Friday afternoons and nights; guests are invited to wear Bob Ross-inspired wigs if they like. There will be “Yappy Hours” most Thursdays (free doggy ice cream and treats plus munchies for humans)&nbsp;and “Paint on the Patio” outdoor sessions that switch with “Paint and Watch” nights (watch a movie, then paint a scene or character from the film) on alternating Tuesdays through July and August. There also will be “Paw Painting” sessions, when you bring your dog to have its paw print painted into a flower. Events are subject to change, so call in advance to confirm what’s scheduled. 
 INFO 8 Moniebogue Lane, Westhampton Beach; 631-887-6705, <a href="http://pawcassowhb.com">pawcassowhb.com</a> 
<h2> GRAB SOME ICE CREAM </h2> 
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 You can find still find small, family-owned shops that have been institutions for decades in the East End. Head to John’s Drive-In&nbsp;(677 Montauk Hwy., Montauk; 631-668-5515,&nbsp;<a href="http://johnsdriveinmontauk.com">johnsdriveinmontauk.com</a>, cash only), a grill-food spot that has been open year-round since 1967 and serves more than 30 flavors of ice cream come the summer. 
 Farther west, there’s Bridgehampton&nbsp;Candy Kitchen&nbsp;(2391 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton; 631-537-9885, cash only). Founded in 1925, it’s an old-fashioned luncheonette that also scoops homemade ice cream from behind its classic white counters, where fountain treats like sundaes, malts, shakes and ice cream sodas are served. 
 For another classic experience,&nbsp;Sip'n Soda&nbsp;(40 Hampton Rd., Southampton; 631-283-9752,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sipnsoda.com/">sipnsoda.com</a>, cash only) is another luncheonette that dates&nbsp;to 1958 and offers homemade ice cream, as well as its signature lime Rickey plus milk shakes and ice cream sodas. 
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<h2> FUN AND GAMES AT THE CLUBHOUSE </h2> 
 This bustling entertainment complex that has lots to do. The complex&nbsp;features 10 bowling lanes, an arcade equipped with 40 games and an 18-hole outdoor miniature golf course plus a lawn with cornhole. There’s also a restaurant that serves a variety of American and comfort foods and a full bar with a signature cocktail selection, and an event calendar that features live music and other entertainment on weekends and various nights. 
 INFO 174 Daniels Hole Rd., East Hampton; 631-537-2695; <a href="http://clubhousehamptons.com">clubhousehamptons.com</a> 
<h2> WHALE WATCH&nbsp;WITH THE VIKING FLEET </h2> 
 The&nbsp;Viking Fleet&nbsp;(in conjunction with the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island) has created a family outing where guests might catch some marine mammals in action. The five-hour tours (held July 2 through Sept. 10 from 2 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays and Sundays) pass by the Montauk Lighthouse with a marine biologist onboard who will narrate the journey and answer questions while all keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, seabirds and turtles. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on the boat.&nbsp;Ages 13 and older: $85, ages 5-12: $55, 4 and younger are free; no charge to park. 
 INFO 462 W. Lake Dr., Montauk; 631-668-5700, <a href="http://vikingfleet.com">vikingfleet.com</a>

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Family-friendly things to do on the East End this summer

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There&nbsp;are always&nbsp;new things to try in New York City, even if you're just a daytripper. From a &quot;Bridgerton&quot;&nbsp;experience where guests can imagine themselves in the Netflix hit&nbsp;to new shops, eateries and nightlife, here are the top things to do this summer in the Big Apple.&nbsp; 
<h2> THE MALIBU BARBIE CAFE </h2> 
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 Fans of Barbie can now see her world come to life at a cafe inspired by Mattel’s Malibu Barbie doll. Open with seating available through Sept. 15, this pop-up eatery features d&eacute;cor that recalls Barbie’s SoCal shoreline toy line. The space features photo installations for guests like a&nbsp;life-sized Barbie box. The space will feature pop tunes playing and exclusive Barbie merchandise for sale. Menu items by chef Becky Brown (&quot;MasterChef&quot; finalist), also follow the beat, with sunny dishes like Pacific Paradise Rainbow Pancakes, the West Coast Wave Wedge Salad, a Beach Burger, The Golden Coast CALI-flower Bowl and a variety of cocktails and desserts. A table for two starts at $50, a single bar seat starts at $25; seatings are timed for 90 minutes and reservation can be made in advance online. 
 INFO&nbsp;19 Fulton St., Manhattan;&nbsp;<a href="http://bucketlisters.com">bucketlisters.com</a> 
<h2> Harry Potter: The Exhibition&nbsp; </h2> 
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 For a deep dive into the world of wizardry and fantasy,&nbsp;this 30-minute presentation takes&nbsp;attendees through scenes&nbsp;and exhibits based on Harry Potter&nbsp;movies, plays and books. Guests can&nbsp;select a wand, spell and a house from the Hogwarts School, then&nbsp;explore the installation which includes photo-ops, costumes and props from various productions.&nbsp;Open through Oct. 15; tickets start at $29.99, $25 for ages 3-15. 
 INFO&nbsp;50 W. 34th St., Manhattan; 833-208-9151,&nbsp;<a href="http://harrypotterexhibition.com">harrypotterexhibition.com</a> 
<h2> &quot;THE QUEEN'S BALL: A 'BRIDGERTON' EXPERIENCE&quot; </h2> 
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 With tickets available Wednesdays-Sundays through July 2, this immersive experience has already appeared in nine cities across the U.S. and Canada, and is now happening on the west side of midtown Manhattan. Based on the Netflix series set during the English Regency era, attendees can dance and sip cocktails while actors tell a love story through scenes, costume and dance in a period ballroom setting, all hosted by “The Queen” herself. Tickets start at $49&nbsp;(sessions are 90 minutes). 
 INFO&nbsp;Mediapro Manhattan Studio, 508 W. 37th St., Manhattan; <a href="http://bridgertonexperience.com">bridgertonexperience.com</a> 
<h2> MOXY WILLIAMSBURG </h2> 
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 A fresh place to play, dine or stay (or all of the above), this boutique hotel in Williamsburg opened in March and features a Tel Aviv-inspired restaurant, Mesiba, and an all-day caf&eacute;-cocktail bar dubbed Bar Bedford. Summer guests also can enjoy its LilliStar rooftop bar equipped with city skyline views. Party people can head down to the Jolene Sound Room, a lounge where DJs from around the globe will spin. Summer rates to stay in the hotel start at $279. 
 INFO&nbsp;353 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn; 718-782-6699,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/nycxb-moxy-brooklyn-williamsburg/overview/">marriott.com</a> 
<h2> THE RED PAVILION </h2> 
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 By day, this Bushwick spot serves as a traditional Chinese&nbsp;teahouse and apothecary, but by night, it turns into a nightclub and performance space. Friday nights, the venue hosts an ensemble performing jazz, blues and other classic songs from the 1920s through the 1940s, from Chinese, American and French influences&nbsp;(tickets are $10 and available in advance or at the door; seating on first-come, first-served basis;&nbsp;table service requires a two-drink minimum). The event calendar also features a variety of dance parties and live shows. Sundays&nbsp;from noon to 5 p.m., catch the&nbsp;Cha Cha Yum Cha Dim Sum Brunch, featuring a variety of dim sum, medicinal desserts, cocktails and tapas, followed by a 1960s Tropicana Dance Party&nbsp;powered by live bands playing musical styles including boogaloo, mambo, salsa and cha-cha. 
 INFO&nbsp;1241 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn;&nbsp;<a href="http://theredpavilion.com">theredpavilion.com</a> 
<h2> THE GATSBY MANSION AT THE PARK CENTRAL HOTEL </h2> 
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 This immersive theatrical production born in the U.K. puts guests into F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby.” The hotel space transforms&nbsp;into an interactive ballroom where guests enter into a speak-easy-styled show hosted by none other than “Jay Gatsby.” Other characters from Fitzgerald’s iconic story are portrayed, and attendees are invited to arrive dressed in Jazz Age get-ups. Tickets start at $99 (select dates between May 23&nbsp;and Sept. 3). 
 INFO&nbsp;870 Seventh Ave., Manhattan;&nbsp;<a href="http://immersivegatsby.com">immersivegatsby.com</a> 
<h2> CITYPICKLE </h2> 
 As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, Central Park has opened a new place to play. Open daily 7 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m., through Oct. 9 (weather-permitting) at Wollman Rink. CityPickle features 14 courts that can be played by all skill levels.&nbsp;Court rentals&nbsp;are $80-$120 per hour and custom paddles can be rented for $6 (participants can also bring their own). Open play, lessons, clinics, league play and tournaments are&nbsp;available.&nbsp; 
 INFO&nbsp;830 Fifth Ave., Manhattan;&nbsp;<a href="http://city-pickle.com">city-pickle.com</a> 
<h2> A BEACH IN MANHATTAN </h2> 
 Set to open in the late summer&nbsp;at&nbsp;Hudson River Park,&nbsp;the Gansevoort Peninsula&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;oasis with a riverside spot where kayakers and other small watercrafts&nbsp;can launch (no swimming allowed). The peninsula will include an art installation and a salt marsh habitat with native plants, as well as information regarding the ecosystem’s environmental value.&nbsp; 
 INFO&nbsp;427-429 Gansevoort St., Manhattan; 212-627-2020,&nbsp;<a href="http://hudsonriverpark.org">hudsonriverpark.org</a> 
<h2> RICHARD GILDER CENTER FOR SCIENCE, EDUCATION AND INNOVATION AT AMNH </h2> 
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 The American Museum of Natural History has introduced a&nbsp;new multilevel building, the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education and Innovation, which&nbsp;holds a number of features&nbsp;such as a new butterfly vivarium, an insectarium, scientific collections, a library and an art-meets-science immersive experiences. Advance timed-entry ticket purchases are required. General admission starts at $25 for NYS adult residents, $14 ages 3-12. 
 INFO&nbsp;200 Central Park W., Manhattan; 212-769-5100,&nbsp;<a href="http://amnh.org">amnh.org</a> 
<h2> ‘I SPEND EACH DAY EMBRACING FLOWERS’ AT DAVID ZWIRNER GALLERY </h2> 
 This free&nbsp;exhibition at the David Zwirner gallery in Chelsea features an&nbsp;Infinity Mirror Room, new paintings and sculptures by&nbsp;contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. Open to all ages, guests may take photos (without flash) within this colorful, ornate setting available on a first-come, first-served basis&nbsp;(timed experience). 
 INFO&nbsp;525 W. 19th St., Manhattan; 212-727-2070,&nbsp;<a href="http://davidzwirner.com">davidzwirner.com</a> 
<h2> UNIVERSAL STANDARD’S FIRST SHOWROOM </h2> 
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 The new SoHo boutique (the brand's first brick-and-mortar space)&nbsp;features a wide range of upscale women’s clothing, with garments ranging in size from 00 to 40. Clothing collections will span styles from workwear and everyday fits to athletic wear and dresses for various occasions. Its showroom also includes artwork, a communal lounge and a full-service kitchen where guests can grab snacks and bites. Stylists are available by appointment. 
 INFO 192 Mercer St., Manhattan; 917-275-7756, <a href="http://universalstandard.com">universalstandard.com</a> 
<h2> SILO </h2> 
 Open since February, this East Williamsburg nightspot was converted from a former hangar-shaped auto garage into a space where DJs from around the world come to spin. Tickets (prices vary per event) are available either online or at the door, and its drink menu features a selection of $15 signature cocktails.&nbsp; 
 INFO&nbsp;90 Scott Ave., Brooklyn;&nbsp;<a href="http://silobrooklyn.com">silobrooklyn.com</a>

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Horseback riding lessons and trail rides are offered throughout Long Island, with equestrian centers that cater to all ages, including dedicated programs for those with special needs.&nbsp; 
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 BETHPAGE EQUESTRIAN CENTER&nbsp;499 Winding Rd., Old Bethpage. Trail rides and lessons.&nbsp;Features: 3 lighted rings, indoor ring, trail rides through Bethpage State Park, boarding, horse leasing and sales, summer camp, pony rides, parties. Private, semiprivate and group lessons. More info:&nbsp;516-845-1000,&nbsp;<a href="http://bethpageequestriancenter.com">bethpageequestriancenter.com</a> 
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 CEDAR VALLEY FARM&nbsp;Route 25A, Old Brookville.&nbsp;Features: Show-quality horses. Leases available. Can travel for lessons. More info:&nbsp;516-318-3235 
 CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP RANCH&nbsp;369 Split Rock Rd., Syosset.&nbsp;Features:&nbsp;10&nbsp;horses,&nbsp;boarding&nbsp;and horse leasing. Fee:&nbsp;Lessons: $50&nbsp;per half-hour, $75 per full hour (private); $35 half-hour, $55 an hour (group); $900&nbsp;boarding per month. More info:&nbsp;516-922-6040,&nbsp;<a href="http://christianfellowshiphouse.com">christianfellowshiphouse.com</a> 
 GOLD COAST EQUESTRIAN CENTER&nbsp;62 Hegemans Lane, Old Brookville.&nbsp;Features: 65 stalls on 19 acres. Offering private beginner through advanced riding lessons, pony kids program. Indoor and lighted arena, outdoor arena (lighted), summer and school holiday camp programs. More info:&nbsp;516-801-2152, <a href="http://goldcoastequestrian.com">goldcoastequestrian.com</a> 
 JUMPER’S CREEK FARM&nbsp;33 Lloyd Harbor Rd., Lloyd Harbor.&nbsp;Features: Full-service hunter-jumper riding and show facility for riders of all ages and abilities, indoor/outdoor ring. Miles of trails and cross-country field. More info:&nbsp;631-487-2269 
 NASSAU EQUESTRIAN CENTER&nbsp;62 Rte. 106, Jericho.&nbsp;Features: 42 acres next to Muttontown Preserve, multiple rings, stadium lighting, indoor lighted ring, 10 school horses, boarding accommodations available. Private, semiprivate and group lessons available from beginner to advanced. Summer camp program. Group, organizations, scouts and camps welcome, birthday parties and pony rides. More info:&nbsp;516-342-1771, <a href="http://nassauequestriancenter.com">nassauequestriancenter.com</a>&nbsp; 
 NORTH SHORE EQUESTRIAN CENTER&nbsp;LIU Post campus, Northern Boulevard, Brookville.&nbsp;Features:&nbsp;35 lesson horses, over 50 paddocks, indoor arena, two&nbsp;lighted outdoor rings plus three&nbsp;others, heated viewing area. Boarding and summer camp programs available. Fee:&nbsp;$85 half-hour; minimum age 6. More info:&nbsp;516-626-9714, <a href="http://northshoreequestriancenter.com">northshoreequestriancenter.com</a> 
<h2> SUFFOLK </h2> 
 CHESTNUT BAY EQUESTRIAN&nbsp;1500 Peconic Ave., North Babylon.&nbsp;Features: 50 horses, 128 x 200 foot outdoor show ring and&nbsp;second outdoor ring;&nbsp;12,000-square-foot indoor arena with new footings;&nbsp;three&nbsp;stadium-lighted rings;&nbsp;30 paddocks;&nbsp;heated viewing area;&nbsp;lounge with fireplace;&nbsp;camps, group discounts;&nbsp;leasing, boarding;&nbsp;sales; access to 14-mile state park bridle path (no public roads); summer camp riding program. Fee: Private lessons $80 an hour, $65 half-hour. Certified therapeutic riding for adults and children with disabilities.&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;934-345-0532, <a href="http://chestnutbayequestrian.com">chestnutbayequestrian.com</a> 
 COUNTRY FARMS EQUESTRIAN CENTER&nbsp;200 Bellport Ave., Medford.&nbsp;Features: 14 acres, full-service equestrian facility, riding lessons and polo lessons all year. Children’s summer camp July-Aug. More info:&nbsp;631-345-9585, <a href="http://country-farms.com">country-farms.com</a> 
 DDR&nbsp;FARM&nbsp;412 Sweet Hollow Rd., Melville.&nbsp;Features: Farm within the 1,000-acre West Hills County Park offers hourlong trail lessons&nbsp;for ages 8 and up by appointment, private and group lessons, boarding and summer/school break camp. More info:&nbsp;631-616-9656,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ddrfarm.com/">ddrfarm.com</a>&nbsp; 
 DEEP HOLLOW RANCH&nbsp;Montauk County Park, Montauk Highway, Montauk.&nbsp;Features: 50 horses, training, trail and pony rides only, trail rides on beach and through 4,000 acres in Montauk County Park.&nbsp;Reservations recommended.&nbsp;More info:&nbsp;631-668-2744, <a href="http://deephollowranch.com">deephollowranch.org</a> 
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 DIAMOND HEDGE&nbsp;95 Washington Ave., Holtsville.&nbsp;Features: Beginner-advanced lessons, boarding. More info:&nbsp;631-948-0090 
 EAST END STABLES&nbsp;Oakview Highway, East Hampton.&nbsp;Features: 45 horses, indoor arena, boarding, summer camp. Fee: Private lessons:&nbsp;$115 an hour, $85 half-hour; $100 an hour for 2 people; group $85 semiprivate; minimum age: 3. More info:&nbsp;631-324-9578 or 631-276-7836,&nbsp;<a href="http://eastendstable.com">eastendstable.com</a> 
 GOOD SHEPHERD FARM&nbsp;German Boulevard, Yaphank.&nbsp;Features: 8 horses, cross-country course, boarding, summer programs, horse shows, lessons. Interscholastic Equestrian Association teams. Fee: Private lessons:&nbsp;$100&nbsp;an hour, $60&nbsp;half-hour; group rate $50 an hour; minimum age 5. More info:&nbsp;631-924-4670, <a href="http://goodshepherdfarm.org">goodshepherdfarm.org</a> 
 GREAT STRIDES LONG ISLAND&nbsp;41 Coram Swezeytown Rd., Middle Island.&nbsp;Features: Private and semiprivate lessons. Weeklong summer programs and other specialty group programs, birthday parties. Veterans’ program. Certified therapeutic riding instructors. Heated indoor arena, three&nbsp;outdoor rings. More info:&nbsp;631-786-9708,&nbsp;<a href="http://greatstridesli.org">greatstridesli.org</a>&nbsp; 
 HIDDEN POND STABLES&nbsp;197 North St., Manorville.&nbsp;Features: 35-acre complete equine facility, 25 paddocks, two&nbsp;lighted arenas, two&nbsp;hunt courses, a cross-country course, &frac12;-mile exercise track, four&nbsp;indoor wash stalls with hot water; two&nbsp;round pens and summer pony camp for children, pony rides, lessons for beginners to expert, Girl Scout and Boy Scouts welcome, birthday parties. Middle school and high school IEA team. More info:&nbsp;631-433-6513, <a href="http://hiddenpondstableli.com">hiddenpondstableli.com</a> 
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 ISLAND HILLS STABLE&nbsp;26 Rocky Point Rd., Middle Island.&nbsp;Features:&nbsp;Lessons;&nbsp;boarding;&nbsp;pony camp;&nbsp;birthday parties; horse safety and horse care classes for new riders; indoor and outdoor facilities; U.S. Equestrian Federation-rated horse show series in the spring; indoor arena and three&nbsp;outdoor, lighted riding rings; grandstand area; lounge. Fee:&nbsp;Private: $60 for&nbsp;30 mins., $95&nbsp;for 60 mins.,&nbsp;semiprivate: $65 for 45 mins., group lessons: $45 for 45&nbsp;mins., $325 for a package of six private lessons&nbsp;for 30 mins.,&nbsp;classes available 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. daily, rain or shine. More info:&nbsp;631-924-4046, <a href="http://islandhillsstable.com">islandhillsstable.com</a> 
 ISLIP HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION MOUNTED DRILL TEAM THE SPIRIT OF LONG ISLAND&nbsp;East Islip.&nbsp;Features: Coed riding group performs precision riding to patriotic music. All ages welcome, must have own mount.&nbsp;Membership fee includes uniform.&nbsp;All riding disciplines.&nbsp;Performs at parades, fairs, competitions, demonstrations at schools, charity events, Belmont and Saratoga racetracks.&nbsp;Show schedule 2023:&nbsp;English Series Dates: May 7, June 11, July 23, Rain date: Aug. 6. Gymkhana Series Dates: June 4, July 9, Aug. 13, Rain date: Aug. 27. Western Series Dates: May 21, June&nbsp;18, July 30, Rain date: Aug. 20. More info:&nbsp;631-332-7101, <a href="http://isliphorsemensassociation.com">isliphorsemensassociation.com</a> 
 KNOLL FARM RIDING SCHOOL&nbsp;849 Suffolk Ave., Brentwood.&nbsp;Features: Easy access along LIRR routes. 17 acres, 18 school horses, 50 boarder accommodations, full board services, training lesson package, heated tack rooms, heated lounge, 20,000-square-foot indoor arena, three&nbsp;outdoor rings, two&nbsp;jumping rings, one&nbsp;flat ring, open fields. More info:&nbsp;631-435-1880, <a href="http://knollfarm.com">knollfarm.com</a> 
 LLOYD HARBOR EQUESTRIAN CENTER&nbsp;33 Lloyd Harbor Rd., Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, Huntington.&nbsp;Features: Indoor arenas, cross country, miles of trails. More info:&nbsp;631-427-6105 
 MINIERI’S PARKVIEW RIDING CENTER&nbsp;989 Connetquot Ave., Central Islip.&nbsp;Features: 25 horses, indoor arena, lighted ring, summer camp, pony rides, trail rides. Fee:&nbsp;Private lessons: $85&nbsp;an hour; $65&nbsp;half-hour; semiprivate (3 people): $65&nbsp;an hour; group (4 or more): $55&nbsp;an hour; minimum age 5;&nbsp;$70 trail rides, minimum age 8. More info:&nbsp;631-581-9477, <a href="http://parkviewridingcenter.com">parkviewridingcenter.com</a> 
 OLDE TOWNE EQUESTRIAN CENTER&nbsp;471 Boyle Rd., Selden.&nbsp;Features: 35 horses, lighted ring, summer camp, grass hunt course, two&nbsp;sand rings. Fee: Private lessons: $90&nbsp;an hour, $70 half-hour; semiprivate: $75; group: $65; minimum age 2. More info:&nbsp;631-513-0261,&nbsp;<a href="http://oldetowneequestriancenter.net">oldetowneequestriancenter.net</a> 
 PAL-O-MINE EQUESTRIAN&nbsp;829 Old Nichols Rd., Islandia.&nbsp;Features: Adaptive, recreational and competitive horseback riding programs; comprehensive adaptive equine learning programs; Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Natural Horsemanship for individuals with disabilities and able-bodied students. More info:&nbsp;631-348-1389, <a href="http://pal-o-mine.org">pal-o-mine.org</a> 
 SAGAMORE HILL STABLES&nbsp;929 Fort Salonga Rd., Northport.&nbsp;Features: 25 acres; 40 horses, one&nbsp;indoor and three&nbsp;outdoor rings; lessons for all levels by appointment Tue.-Sat., school horses are all former show horses and compete at local shows&nbsp;as well as the Hampton Classic. Fee: $75&nbsp;half-hour private lesson, $700&nbsp;for 10 lessons. More info:&nbsp;631-549-9178, <a href="http://sagamorehillstables.com">sagamorehillstables.com</a> 
 STONY HILL STABLES&nbsp;268 Town Lane, Amagansett.&nbsp;Features: Stable for horseback riding and horse boarding, includes training and private lessons, summer camp. More info:&nbsp;631-267-3203, <a href="http://stonyhillstables.com">stonyhillstables.com</a> 
 WINDWOOD FARMS&nbsp;188 Bellport Ave., Medford.&nbsp;Features: Horse boarding, indoor arena, two&nbsp;lighted rings, hunt course. Private lessons for beginners to advanced; minimum age 4. More info:&nbsp;631-398-4873

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Stables for horseback riding, where to take lessons on Long Island 

Stables for horseback riding, where to take lessons on LI

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State parks on Long Island: Discover the beauty

Discover all the fun LI state parks have to offer

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County parks on Long Island: Enjoy sun, sand and surf

Check out all the fun offerings at LI county parks 

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Brooklyn has a reputation for being a hot&nbsp;spot in New York City with trendy restaurants, shops, things to do&nbsp;and iconic waterfront views. From parks by the river&nbsp;to dining with a skyline view,&nbsp;here are spots to visit by the water this summer in Williamsburg, DUMBO, Red Hook and Coney Island. 
<h2> WILLIAMSBURG </h2> 
 THINGS TO DO 
 Bushwick Inlet Park (86 Kent Ave.;&nbsp;<a href="http://nycgovparks.org">nycgovparks.org</a>)&nbsp;features&nbsp;walkways, garden beds, a playground, a community building with a lawn-covered roof and an athletic field. From here, visitors&nbsp;can walk to the adjoining&nbsp;Marsha P. Johnson State Park (90 Kent Ave.;&nbsp;<a href="http://parks.ny.gov">parks.ny.gov</a>) includes playgrounds, a small beachfront (no swimming allowed) and a park house that puts books and crafts outside for kids when open, as well as games like giant Jenga, cornhole and giant Connect Four. 
 Play mini golf by the East River at&nbsp;Putting Green&nbsp;($2-$10, at the west end of North First Street;&nbsp;<a href="http://puttinggreenbk.org">puttinggreenbk.org</a>). Its&nbsp;holes were created by artists and architects with inspiration taken from climate change issues and ways to battle their impact. 
 It’s also adjacent to the larger and strikingly unique&nbsp;Domino Park&nbsp;(River Street between Grand and South Fifth streets;&nbsp;<a href="http://dominopark.com">dominopark.com</a>), which takes its name from the towering building behind it, a New York City Landmark (built circa 1882)&nbsp;that was once the Domino Sugar Refinery. The park is 5 acres and about five city blocks in size, and uses artifacts from the refinery as urban art. The park&nbsp;features&nbsp;a turf lawn, sand volleyball and boccie among its amenities. 
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 Enjoy a cup of java&nbsp;at Poetica Coffee (416 Kent Ave. at the northwest corner of the alleyway;&nbsp;<a href="http://poeticacoffee.com">poeticacoffee.com</a>) or dine across the way at Sea Wolf Waterfront (420 Kent Ave. at the southwest corner of the alley;&nbsp;<a href="http://seawolfbk.com">seawolfbk.com</a>), where seafood and cocktails are menu highlights. 
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 Check out the open-air food market Smorgasburg (<a href="http://smorgasburg.com">smorgasburg.com</a>) at Marsha P. Johnson State Park.&nbsp; 
 For a brew, head over to the Other Half Brewing company outpost (34 River St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://otherhalfbrewing.com">otherhalfbrewing.com</a>) featuring a full bar including 20 lines drafting its own brand of beer, indoor and outdoor seating, a cocktail menu and boozy slushies.&nbsp;Guests at the brewery&nbsp;can order pizza and snacks directly to their&nbsp;table from neighboring&nbsp;Roberta’s Pizza (6 Grand St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://robertaspizza.com">robertaspizza.com</a>).&nbsp; 
 OddFellows Ice Cream Co. (40 River St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://oddfellowsnyc.com">oddfellowsnyc.com</a>) serves over 20 homemade flavors crafted from locally sourced dairies. The shop serves vegan options, soft serve ice cream and sorbets, as well as beer and wine. 
<h2> DUMBO </h2> 
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 Brooklyn Bridge Park&nbsp;(334 Furman St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://brooklynbridgepark.org">brooklynbridgepark.org</a>) consists of a promenade and piers along the riverside that begins just north of the&nbsp;Manhattan Bridge. Walk south under the bridge and you’ll find&nbsp;Pebble Beach, a small rocky beach where you can stroll down to the water (swimming or entering the water is prohibited).&nbsp;Visitors also can take a ride on&nbsp;Jane’s Carousel&nbsp;(<a href="http://janescarousel.com">janescarousel.com</a>),&nbsp;a 1922 merry-go-round located in the DUMBO section of the park. Tickets are $2; one child with a chaperone can share one ticket. In the park you’ll find grassy lawns, ponds, the Squibb Park Bridge elevated walking path and a labyrinth. 
 St. Ann's Warehouse&nbsp;(45 Water St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://stannswarehouse.org">stannswarehouse.org</a>),&nbsp;adjacent to the waterfront in a former tobacco warehouse next to Brooklyn Bridge Park, is a place for cutting-edge theater. A&nbsp;new production of “Monsoon Wedding, the Musical,” based on the 2001 film, runs from May 6 to June 4.&nbsp; 
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 SuperFine&nbsp;(126 Front St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://superfine.nyc">superfine.nyc</a>) serves&nbsp;farm-to-table dishes and hosts several events, including&nbsp;Saturday “Baby Tea” Drag Brunch, Sunday Bluegrass Brunch and jazz on Wednesdays&nbsp;while serving a menu focused on organic food and sustainable agriculture.&nbsp; 
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 The Time Out Market (55 Water St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://timeoutmarket.com">timeoutmarket.com</a>), is located within Empire Stores,&nbsp;a sprawling former 19th-century warehouse repurposed into a retail and business hub where you can purchase food from a variety of cuisines and beverages. The Time Out Rooftop Park features&nbsp;panoramic views of the city skyline and guests can dine and have&nbsp;drinks on its sunbathed deck. 
<h2> RED HOOK </h2> 
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 Pier 44 Waterfront Garden (258 Conover St.) includes&nbsp;benches, lawn space and a vantage point of the Statue of Liberty. It’s also home to the&nbsp;Waterfront Museum and Showboat Barge&nbsp;(290 Conover St.; <a href="http://waterfrontmuseum.org">waterfrontmuseum.org</a>), a floating stop built into the 1914 Lehigh Valley Railroad Barge No. 79, designated a historic place by the&nbsp;federal government&nbsp;(free to enter). Providing an educational experience aboard, the spot&nbsp;hosts events all year, including&nbsp;performances of “The Hook,” a play adapted from an unproduced screenplay by Arthur Miller based in Red Hook (June 9-11, 16-18, 23-25) and a show with clown duo Pinot and Augustine from the Happenstance Theater company (July 22).&nbsp; 
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 Red Hook is&nbsp;home to&nbsp;Sunny's&nbsp;(253 Conover St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://sunnysredhook.com">sunnysredhook.com</a>), one of the city’s iconic bars, dating to the 1890s, featuring&nbsp;live music six nights a week (except Mondays) and $10 margaritas throughout the summer.&nbsp; 
 Brooklyn Crab&nbsp;(24 Reed St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://brooklyncrab.com">brooklyncrab.com</a>) includes&nbsp;an outdoor beer garden and backyard space where guests can play games like cornhole and mini golf. The spot also has a rooftop deck and indoor space for dining with a seafood-strong menu and a drink selection that includes cocktails, craft beer and frozen drinks. 
 Toward the water you'll find the area outlet of the Strong Rope Brewery company (185 Van Dyke St.;&nbsp;<a href="http://strongropebrewery.com">strongropebrewery.com</a>).&nbsp;Specializing in lagers and ales brewed from New York-grown hops and malts, the venue has a calendar that includes live music, art shows and food trucks. Guests can sit in the taproom or out back at beer garden tables and enjoy views&nbsp;of New York Harbor and&nbsp;the Statue of Liberty.&nbsp; 
<h2> CONEY ISLAND&nbsp; </h2> 
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 Experience thrills at Luna Park&nbsp;($3 or more for rides, 1000 Surf Ave.; <a href="http://lunaparknyc.com">lunaparknyc.com</a>), home of the Cyclone wooden coaster (opened in 1927), a New York City Landmark and designated&nbsp;a historic place by the federal government. New additions include&nbsp;Tony’s Express, a family-friendly, ADA-accessible coaster, a log flume ride known as Leti’s Treasure and a 50-foot ropes course dubbed Sky Chaser. 
 The&nbsp;New York Aquarium&nbsp;(602 Surf Ave.;&nbsp;<a href="http://nyaquarium.com">nyaquarium.com</a>) has&nbsp;sea creatures in both indoor and outdoor exhibits. Guests can watch the resident California sea lions perform in the facility’s Aquatheater throughout the year. Admission is $29.95-$32.95 for adults, $25.95-$27.95 for children ages 3-12.&nbsp; 
 The&nbsp;Coney Island Museum&nbsp;(1208 Surf Ave.;&nbsp;<a href="http://coneyislandmuseum.org">coneyislandmuseum.org</a>)&nbsp;offers a look at the history of the area and the building also is home to the&nbsp;Sideshows by the Seashore Theater. Admission is $5, $3 for kids under 12. The theater features&nbsp;performances by the Coney Island Circus Sideshow (opens May 20;&nbsp;<a href="http://coneyisland.com">coneyisland.com</a>), a 45-minute, continuously running program featuring aerial acts, fire eaters, sword swallowers and more. 
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 The 2.7-mile&nbsp;Riegelmann Boardwalk (from West 37th Street to Brighton 15th Street in Brighton Beach; <a href="http://nycgovparks.org">nycgovparks.org</a>) is another New York City Landmark (opened in 1923) and is open year-round, with concessions during the warmer months. The&nbsp;original Nathan’s Famous (1310 Surf Ave.;&nbsp;<a href="http://nathansfamous.com">nathansfamous.com</a>) serves its beloved hot dogs&nbsp;and hosts its annual Fourth of July hot dog-eating competition. There also are several fast-food and casual restaurants along Surf Avenue to grab a bite. 
 The Coney Island Brewery (1904 Surf Ave.;&nbsp;<a href="http://coneyislandbeer.com">coneyislandbeer.com</a>)&nbsp;is open year-round and features a full kitchen and rotating beers brewed on-site, plus a beer garden that opens in the summer. Its event calendar includes&nbsp;karaoke, bingo, live music, drag shows and a chef-guided tasting meal for $20.

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Things to do in Williamsburg, DUMBO, Red Hook and Coney Island this summer

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David J. Criblez

Are you ready for the summer? ’Tis the season for concerts, as it has become part of the Long Island fabric. Here are 16 live shows not to miss throughout Nassau and&nbsp;Suffolk. 
<h2> TLC, SHAGGY, EN VOGUE AND SEAN KINGSTON </h2> 
 Grab a ticket to the “Hot Summer Nights Tour” with a four-part bill — TLC, Shaggy, En Vogue and Sean Kingston — at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on June 13. 
 INFO&nbsp;$41.30-$433.65; 516-221-1000,&nbsp;<a href="http://livenation.com">livenation.com</a> 
<h2> THE FAB FAUX </h2> 
 If you need a Beatles fix, The Fab Faux will perform dozens of hits&nbsp;from the Liverpool lads'&nbsp;massive catalog at The Paramount in Huntington on June 16. The band will recreate&nbsp;each song to a T&nbsp;with the help of the Hogshead Horns and the Cr&egrave;me Tangerine Strings.&nbsp; 
 INFO&nbsp;$88-$344.40; 631-673-7300, <a href="https://paramountny.com/">paramountny.com</a> 
<h2> THE LEGENDARY WAILERS </h2> 
 No summer is complete without some reggae! Come see the Legendary Wailers featuring Junior Marvin at The Paramount&nbsp;on June 17. 
 INFO&nbsp;$32.75-$152.50; 631-673-7300,&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountny.com/">paramountny.com</a> 
<h2> GET THE LED OUT </h2> 
 Long Islanders will receive a double dose of Led Zeppelin when tribute band Get the Led Out returns for its annual back-to-back shows June 23-24 at The Paramount. Expect two full sets of Zep classics&nbsp;and deep cuts with songs&nbsp;changing at&nbsp;each show. 
 INFO&nbsp;$38.25-$287; 631-673-7300,&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountny.com/">paramountny.com</a> 
<h2> CHICAGO </h2> 
 Break out the brass as Chicago sounds off at Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald Hill in Farmingville on June 24. The evening will be balanced between pop ballads (“Hard Habit to Break,” “You’re the Inspiration”) and FM radio staples (“Saturday&nbsp;in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4”).&nbsp; 
 INFO&nbsp;$59.30-$149.35; 631-676-7500, <a href="https://licommunityhospitalamp.com/">licommunityhospitalamp.com</a> 
<h2> TOM KEIFER BAND, WINGER AND JOHN CORABI </h2> 
 Rock out with this triple bill of Cinderella’s Tom Keifer Band, ’80s hair band Winger and singer-songwriter John Corabi (M&ouml;tley Cr&uuml;e, Union, the Dead Daisies, The Scream) on the aptly titled &quot;Live/Loud Tour,” coming to the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on June 27. 
 INFO&nbsp;$69-$99; 631-207-1313, <a href="https://www.patchoguetheatre.org/">patchoguetheatre.org</a> 
<h2> MATCHBOX TWENTY </h2> 
 Fans have waited for three years for Matchbox Twenty to play its&nbsp;long-delayed &quot;Slow Dream Tour,&quot; which was postponed several times because of the pandemic. The tour finally stops&nbsp;at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on July 18 and also will feature Ben Rector. 
 INFO&nbsp;$50.85-$413; 516-221-1000,&nbsp;<a href="http://livenation.com">livenation.com</a> 
<h2> BELINDA CARLISLE </h2> 
 Catch the Go-Go gone solo as Belinda Carlisle hits the NYCB Theatre at Westbury on July 18. Expect to hear her hits (“Heaven Is a Place on Earth,” “Mad About You,” “Circle in the Sand”) with some of The Go-Go's classics (“Our Lips are Sealed”) tossed in. 
 INFO&nbsp;$58.50-$118.50;&nbsp;516-247-5200, <a href="https://www.livenation.com/">thetheatreatwestbury.com</a> 
<h2> GREAT SOUTH BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL&nbsp; </h2> 
 Get out your suntan lotion and beach blankets because the Great South Bay Music Festival is returning to Shorefront Park in Patchogue&nbsp;July 20-23 with more than&nbsp;50 bands performing across four different stages. This year’s roster will include&nbsp;electric Hot Tuna, Dave Mason, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Dirty Heads, Goldfinger, Badfish, Ballyhoo!, Phil Lesh &amp; Friends, the Eric Krasno Trio, Neighbor, Duane Betts &amp; Palmetto Motel and Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening. One of the highlights will be&nbsp;Gov’t Mule performing “The Dark Side of the Mule,” complete with laser lights and screen images, to&nbsp;celebrate&nbsp;the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side of the Moon.” 
 INFO&nbsp;$64.99-$79.99; <a href="https://greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com/">greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com</a> 
<h2> FOREIGNER </h2> 
 Hitmaker&nbsp;of the ’70s and ’80s Foreigner says goodbye at “The Historic Farewell Tour,” which pulls into&nbsp;Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on Aug.&nbsp;2. Loverboy serves as a special guest. 
 INFO&nbsp;$41.30-$1,016.55;&nbsp;516-221-1000, <a href="http://livenation.com">livenation.com</a> 
<h2> DARIUS RUCKER </h2> 
 Hootie &amp; the Blowfish’s Darius Rucker gets his country on for the “Starting Fires Tour” at Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald Hill on Aug. 5. Drew Holcomb will serve as the opening act. 
 INFO&nbsp;$63.45-$117.45; 631-676-7500, <a href="https://licommunityhospitalamp.com/">licommunityhospitalamp.com</a> 
<h2> JOE BONAMASSA/STYX/DON FELDER </h2> 
 Experience a night of massive guitar with the triple bill of Joe Bonamassa, Styx and Don Felder (formerly of the Eagles) at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on Aug.&nbsp;12. 
 INFO $50-$508.90; 516-221-1000, <a href="http://livenation.com">livenation.com</a> 
<h2> NICKELBACK </h2> 
 Canadian quartet Nickelback’s “Get Rollin’ Tour” stops at UBS Arena at Belmont Park in Elmont on Aug. 30. Brantley Gilbert and Josh Ross serve as special guests. 
 INFO&nbsp;$63.80-$255.55; 516-517-0640,&nbsp;<a href="https://ubsarena.com/">ubsarena.com</a> 
<h2> THE OFFSPRING, SIMPLE PLAN AND SUM 41 </h2> 
 Watch out as the “Let the Bad Times Roll Tour” pulls into Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on Sept. 2 with The Offspring, Simple Plan and Sum 41 in tow. 
 INFO $54.35-$318.60; 516-221-1000, <a href="http://livenation.com">livenation.com</a> 
<h2> ROB ZOMBIE/ALICE COOPER&nbsp; </h2> 
 Here comes the “Freaks on Parade Tour” with the gruesome twosome of Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on Sept. 9. Ministry and Filter fill out the bill. 
 INFO $54.35-$492.65; 516-221-1000, <a href="http://livenation.com">livenation.com</a> 
<h2> SKID ROW/BUCKCHERRY </h2> 
 Don’t miss “The Gang’s All Here Tour” with the one-two punch of Skid Row and Buckcherry coming to The Paramount on Sept. 9. Throughout the night, you’ll hear anthems ranging from “Young Gone Wild” and “Monkey Business” to “Lit Up” and “Sorry,” respectively. 
 INFO&nbsp;$55.75-$258.30; 631-673-7300, <a href="https://paramountny.com/">paramountny.com</a>

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TLC, Matchbox Twenty and more Long Island summer concerts to see 

16 must-see concerts this summer

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Long Island party boats that offer half- or full-day fishing trips

LI party boats that offer half- or full-day fishing trips

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Where to go freshwater fishing on Long Island

LI spots packed to the gills with freshwater fish

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Tom Schlichter

For many Long Islanders, clamming and crabbing are summer traditions often shared among families and across generations. What is it that makes the gathering of such simple creatures so alluring? The answers can be pleasingly diverse, but certainly the prospect of a fresh and tasty meal, enjoying the great outdoors and squeezing in a little exercise rank high on the list. 
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<h3> CRABBING&nbsp;AND CLAMMING HOT SPOTS </h3> 
 Blue crabs are generally caught with inexpensive box or pyramid-style traps&nbsp;baited with bunker or chicken wings, or by using a long-handled crab net, at prime spots like docks or bulkheads in&nbsp;South Shore and East End bays. Blue claws also can be taken from boats or scooped from the bottom while wading shallow sand flats. Crabs also are available in North Shore harbors, although usually in lesser numbers. Your favorite place for snapper fishing is a good starting point, as are the public piers at Captree State Park (parking: $8 per car daily May 27-Sept. 4 and weekends and holidays May 6-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9) and Wantagh County Park (free for Nassau residents, $15 nonresidents May 27-Sept. 4). Smith Point Marina County Park (no parking fee for marina before toll booth)&nbsp;offers access along its bayfront and bulkhead, and the banks of Shinnecock Canal also can be productive (when the locks are closed). 
 Clams are easily gathered in shallow bay or harbor waters using either a scratch rake to dig them up or a method called “treading,” in which you shuffle your feet in the sand while wading in knee- to chest-deep water. Upon feeling a buried treasure, simply bend over and pick up your prize. Be sure to wear water shoes if going this route to avoid cuts from shells and debris. Success is improved by clamming on dropping tides when you can access waters that receive less harvesting pressure. 
 Sandbars and shallow flats are prime clam habitats. Note that most tidal creeks, river mouths and areas surrounding marinas are closed to clamming. Observing other clammers having success is a sure sign you’ve stumbled upon a spot worth investigating — but leave plenty of space between yourself and others as crowding is considered bad form in this laid-back sport. 
<h2> MORE CLAMMING SPOTS </h2> 
 CUPSOGUE BEACH COUNTY PARK, WESTHAMPTON Consistently good clamming on Moriches Bay. Path to bay is at the northwest end of the parking lot.&nbsp;Fee&nbsp;$18 ($9 resident with Green Key card) for parking 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 
 CEDAR POINT COUNTY PARK, EAST HAMPTON&nbsp;Decent clamming in Northwest Harbor is available directly in front of the parking lot. If you are unsure of clamming areas within the park, ask the attendant at the toll booth. Fee&nbsp;None 
 CORDWOOD LANDING COUNTY PARK, MILLER PLACE&nbsp;Easy access to prime clamming waters on Long Island Sound.&nbsp;Fee&nbsp;None 
<h2> MORE CRABBING SPOTS </h2> 
 CAPTREE STATE PARK, BAY SHORE&nbsp;Excellent mid-June through early Sept.&nbsp;from southeast pier.&nbsp;Fee&nbsp;$8 for parking 8 a.m.-4&nbsp;p.m. weekdays May 30-Sept. 1 and 7 a.m.-6&nbsp;p.m. weekends and holidays May 6-Oct. 9. 
 SMITH POINT COUNTY PARK, SHIRLEY&nbsp;Fair to good daytime crabbing available from shore or by wading immediately north of the main parking lot and east of Smith&nbsp;Point Bridge. July through Sept.&nbsp;is peak season.&nbsp;Fee&nbsp;$18 ($9 resident with Green Key card) for parking 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend. 
 SHINNECOCK CANAL, HAMPTON BAYS&nbsp;West bank holds good crabbing potential day and night in July, Aug.&nbsp;and early Sept. Crabbing viable at this location only when locks are closed. Call Shinnecock Lock House (631-852-8299) to confirm lock opening and closing times.&nbsp;Fee&nbsp;None 
<h2> PERMITS AND REGISTRATIONS&nbsp; </h2> 
 Clams and other shellfish such as oysters, mussels and scallops&nbsp;may be taken only from waters that are DEC-certified and currently open for shellfishing (<a href="http://on.ny.gov/shellfishmapper">on.ny.gov/shellfishmapper</a>). No state permit is required for recreational crabbing or shellfish harvesting. Check with the local&nbsp;town offices for additional shellfish harvest limits and permit requirements. Contact Suffolk County Parks for access and availability to harvest shellfish from park lands. 
<h2> SHELLFISH CLOSURES </h2> 
 NYS DEC has an online tool for checking which waters are currently certified and open for shellfishing (<a href="http://on.ny.gov/shellfishmapper">on.ny.gov/shellfishmapper</a>) and the map covers all Long Island waters. Areas certified and open for shellfishing appear in light blue, seasonal closures appear in dark blue and year-round closures are shown in red. 
<h2> RULES OF THE GAME </h2> 
 During the warm summer months, all shellfish&nbsp;(clams, oysters, scallops&nbsp;and mussels)&nbsp;should be kept shaded and cooled to minimize the potential for bacteria to grow. Once you have finished gathering your catch, immediately place it in a cooler, on ice or in some type of refrigeration. Never leave shellfish in standing water. 
 Blue crab season&nbsp;year-round.&nbsp;Minimum size&nbsp;4.5” hard shell, 3.5” soft shell&nbsp;(3” shedder).&nbsp;Possession limit&nbsp;State law limits recreational harvest of crabs to no more than 50 crabs per day (of any single species or combination of species). 
 Hard clam season: year-round.&nbsp;Minimum size&nbsp;1” thickness across hinge.&nbsp;Possession limit&nbsp;No more than&nbsp;100 per day. 
<h2> HEALTH ADVISORIES FOR EATING CRABS </h2> 
 DEC and the New York State Department of Health (DOH) issue advisories on eating sport fish and wildlife due to potentially harmful levels of chemical contaminants. Jamaica Bay specifically has an advisory against eating blue crabs and fish. 
 In all waters, it’s recommended not to consume crab or lobster tomalley (liver or hepatopancreas), the soft “green stuff,” found in the body section of crabs and lobsters as it can concentrate potentially harmful chemicals. For the most up-to-date and accurate data on fish consumption advisories, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://health.ny.gov/publications/6502/">health.ny.gov/publications/6502</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="http://on.ny.gov/3Fue2EH">on.ny.gov/3Fue2EH</a>.

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What to know about clamming, crabbing on Long Island

Know before you go: Clamming, crabbing on LI

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Camping has gotten more glamorous around Long Island, where public parks have added furnished cabins that visitors can rent by the night or the week, replete with bathrooms, hot water and heat. 
<h2> CABIN RENTALS </h2> 
 Wildwood State Park Campground 790 Hulse Landing Rd., Wading River; Reservations: 800-456-2267, <a href="https://newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/wildwood-state-park/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NY&amp;parkId=288">newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com</a>. Four one-bedroom (four-person capacity) and six two-bedroom (six-person capacity) cottages have cedar shingles, mahogany trim and metal roofs, while the rustic-style interior is composed of unfinished natural wood. Each is equipped with a full kitchen and bathroom, screened-in porch, picnic table, electric heating/AC, queen-size beds and outdoor fire pits with attached grills. Three cottages are ADA-compliant. Pets are not allowed. Rates from $175 a night, deposit required, available April 21-Oct. 21. 
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 Heckscher State Park&nbsp;Heckscher Parkway, Field 1, East Islip;&nbsp;631-581-2100,&nbsp;<a href="https://newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/heckscher-state-park/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NY&amp;parkId=277">newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com</a>.&nbsp;One- and two-bedroom furnished beachside cottages overlooking Nicoll&nbsp;Bay are equipped with a full kitchen, bathroom, AC/heat, Wi-Fi, screened porch, deck and an outdoor fire pit with a grill. They're available to rent by those over 21 for a maximum of seven nights. Four cottages are ADA-compliant. No pets. Rates from $255 a night with minimum stay requirements during peak season. 
<h2> PLATFORM TENTS </h2> 
 Watch Hill, Fire Island National Seashore (<a href="http://lovefins.com">lovefins.com</a>) The campground offers safari-style platform tents outfitted mostly with two queen beds, linens, mosquito netting, decks, Adirondack chairs, a cooler, and charcoal for the barbecue. (The smaller tent sites have one queen bed.) Campsites are a short walk to the ocean beach (the Atlantic is at its warmest in late summer), as well as to food trucks. Park rangers offer guided nature and canoe tours. Ferries run from Patchogue to Watch Hill. Rates from $219 a night weekdays and $299 a night weekends and holidays, June 16-Sept. 4; discounts for shoulder season stays, May 18-June 15 and Sept. 5-Oct. 9. 
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<h2> LUXURY TENTS </h2> 
 Cedar Point County Park Campground Stephen Hands Path, East Hampton; 917-257-3652,&nbsp;<a href="http://lovecedarpt.com">lovecedarpt.com</a>, glamping@lovecedarpt.com. The county park has safari-style platform tents overlooking Gardiners Bay. Tents are covered with large rain flies that make a covered porch, and provide additional waterproofing and shade to keep the tents cooler. You can sit under the covered porch on the two Adirondack chairs provided. Each tent site is set with a picnic table and charcoal BBQ grill. Single tents come standard with a queen bed and up to two optional cots, while double tents offer two queen beds and up to two cots. It's a short walk to the Cedar Point Camp Store for coffee, food, beverages, toiletries, apparel, games&nbsp;and more. At night, guests can gather around the campfire. Hot showers can be found in the campground.&nbsp;Rates from $199 a night. There is a two-day minimum stay for reservations that include Saturdays. Three-day minimum stay for holiday weekends.

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Reserve a cabin or tent at these Long Island parks

Reserve a cabin or tent at these LI parks

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Campgrounds on Long Island: Sleep under the stars

10-plus campsites to visit on LI 

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Guided cruises offer several ways to explore Long Island’s coastline from shore to shore and lighthouse to lighthouse. These sightseeing and nature cruises are sailing this summer. 
<h2> BAY JAM LIVE MUSIC </h2> 
 Moon Chaser Cruises departing from Captree Boat Basin, Captree State Park,&nbsp;Bay Shore. 
 INFO 631-265-1848, <a href="http://themoonchaser.com">themoonchaser.com</a> 
 COST $55. 
 This popular 65-foot boat offers partying space on the main deck and the breezier open deck upstairs. Bay Jams cruises feature live rock and reggae, and sightseeing trips are narrated by a former stand-up comic and typically run weekly through August. Sightseeing cruises July and August; Flynn's restaurant dinner cruises&nbsp;Tuesdays&nbsp;through Thursdays&nbsp;in July and August. 
<h2> RIVERBOAT TOUR OF GREAT SOUTH BAY </h2> 
 Departs Bay Shore Marina, end of Clinton Avenue, Bay Shore. 
 INFO&nbsp;631-321-9005, <a href="https://laurenkristy.net/">laurenkristy.net</a> 
 COST $49.95 includes a bagged lunch; $79.95 includes dinner. 
 The 65-foot Lauren Kristy, a replica of a turn-of-the-century Mississippi riverboat, cruises the Great South Bay for sightseeing tours focusing on wetlands, wildlife and local history. 
<h2> SHORT&nbsp;TOUR&nbsp;OF PORT WASHINGTON HARBOR </h2> 
 Departures daily on the hour, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., from the Town Dock, 347 Main St., Port Washington. 
 INFO 516-455-0411, <a href="http://portwatertaxi.com">portwatertaxi.com</a> 
 COST $10 per person (all ages)&nbsp;for half-hour cruise; one-hour cruises available with advance booking. 
 Don’t be surprised, old sport, if your captain quotes F. Scott Fitzgerald's &quot;The Great Gatsby&quot; while pointing out East and West Egg (respectively, Sands Point and Kings Point), the location of the novel's symbolic green light, and the magnificent homes of modern-day Gatsbys. Tour also includes information on the history and environment of the area. 
<h2> ATLANTIS EXPLORER CRUISE </h2> 
 Sails Memorial Day and weekends May 27-June 25, daily July 1-Sept. 4, weekends Sept. 9-30;&nbsp;leaving 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. from the dock behind the Long Island Aquarium,&nbsp;431 E. Main St., Riverhead; weather permitting. 
 INFO 631-208-9200 ext. 426, <a href="https://www.longislandaquarium.com/">longislandaquarium.com</a> 
 COST $40 (does not include aquarium admission), $5 younger than 3. 
 The Long Island Aquarium’s venerable tour boat cruises the Peconic River during&nbsp;two-hour eco tours of the Peconic and nearby Flanders Bay. Other cruises: Rum Cruise&nbsp;July 14-15, Tequila Cruise Aug. 11-12,&nbsp;Wine Cruise Sept. 8-9, 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; two-hour sunset cruises with music, drinks and snacks, $75 per person, ages 21 and older only.&nbsp; 
<h2> WHALE-WATCHING AND DOLPHIN TOUR </h2> 
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 Half-day trips (four hours)&nbsp;May 29&nbsp;through mid-Nov. from&nbsp;111 Woodcleft Ave., Nautical Mile, Freeport. 
 INFO 516-544-6698, <a href="http://liwhaleandsealwatching.com">liwhaleandsealwatching.com</a> 
 COST $75&nbsp;adults,&nbsp;$60&nbsp;ages 3-12. Kids younger than 3 not permitted. Ride shotgun with the captain, $91. 
 The Atlantic Pearl, a 100-foot Yank super-cruiser with two big viewing decks, has a knack for spotting spouts; whales can be seen from anywhere onboard. Who knew there were that many whales and dolphins cruising the waters off the South Shore? 
<h2> WHALE-WATCHING CRUISE </h2> 
 Departures for&nbsp;five-hour trips Sun.&nbsp;and Wed., July 2-Sept. 10, from Viking Fleet, 462 W. Lake Dr., Montauk Harbor, Montauk. 
 INFO 631-668-5700, <a href="http://vikingfleet.com">vikingfleet.com</a> 
 COST&nbsp;$85,&nbsp;$55&nbsp;ages 5-12, ages 4 and under free. 
 Humpbacks, finbacks and minkes regularly meet the 140-foot Viking Starship’s offshore cruises, says Arthur Kopelman, a CRESLI marine mammal population ecologist and cruise tour guide. Also keep an eye out for bottlenose dolphin antics. 
<h2> WETLANDS NATURE CRUISE </h2> 
 Departs starting mid-June&nbsp;from Stony Brook Marine Services, 51 Shore Rd., Stony Brook. 
 INFO 631-751-2244, <a href="https://wmho.org/">wmho.org</a> 
 COST&nbsp;reservations $45 ages 13 and over;&nbsp;$30 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and under; walk-on price $50 ages 13 and over, $35 ages 3-12, free for ages 2 and under; $675&nbsp;private charter (27&nbsp;passengers). 
 Explore the Ward Melville Heritage Organization's 88-acre wetlands of West Meadow Preserve. An onboard naturalist fills in passengers on the area’s wildlife, flora, cultural and natural history. 
<h2> JULY FOURTH FIREWORKS CRUISES </h2> 
 Departing July 4 from Captree Boat Basin, Captree State Park, Bay Shore. 
 INFO&nbsp;631-661-1867, <a href="https://captree.com/pages/fireworks.htm">captree.com</a> 
 COST starting at $59. 
 The Laura Lee Fleet is&nbsp;among the partyboats that will once again take passengers to see fireworks on July Fourth.&nbsp; 
 ALSO TRY Other boats with fireworks cruises include the Captree Pride (631-848-9857, captreepride.com) and Captree Princess (631-404-6817, captreeprincess.com). Reservations suggested. 
<h2> SHORT TOUR IN FREEPORT </h2> 
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 One-hour daytime harbor cruises from the Nautical Mile in Freeport, plus themed cruises (karaoke, trivia), May 14 through September.&nbsp; 
 INFO 516-521-7744, <a href="https://www.freeportwatertaxi.com/">freeportwatertaxi.com</a> 
 COST $20 one-hour&nbsp;tours, $30&nbsp;happy hour tour,&nbsp;$35&nbsp;sunset and themed&nbsp;cruises. 
 Freeport Water Taxi offers one-hour jaunts that are family- and pet-friendly (Friday-Sunday). In addition, the&nbsp;company offers themed cruises (Thur.), happy hour cruises (Friday to Sunday) and sunset cruises with live music&nbsp;(Saturday and Sunday). 
<h2> LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE </h2> 
 Departures at 5 p.m. Saturdays from the dock at 103 Third St., Greenport.&nbsp; 
 INFO 631-477-2100, <a href="https://www.eastendseaport.org/">eastendseaport.org</a> 
 COST $59, $49.50 seniors, students and military, $25 ages 2-11. Purchase tickets&nbsp;online. 
 The East End Seaport Museum offers cruise adventures across&nbsp;Peconic Bay, including its Long Beach Bar &quot;Bug Light&quot; cruise, narrated by an area resident. Hear about life on a lighthouse during the 1800s.&nbsp;Returning this year&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;extended 3&frac12;-hour narrated cruise to other lighthouses in local waters. 
 ALSO TRY the Cross Sound Ferry's Long Island Lights narrated tour, June 23-Oct. 9, departing&nbsp;from Orient Point aboard a catamaran with airplane-style seating that brings passengers past eight remote lighthouses.&nbsp;It also visits the ruins of the Spanish-American War's Fort Tyler, leveled by World War II bombing practice. ($33&nbsp;adults, $16.50&nbsp;ages 2-11; 631-323-2525, <a href="https://www.longislandferry.com/">longislandferry.com</a>)

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Partyboat cruises on Long Island 

LI partyboat cruises for sightseeing, live entertainment

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Stroller- and wheelchair-accessible paths abound at Long Island parks, preserves and beachfront destinations. Parking is free unless noted. 
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<h3> BAILEY ARBORETUM </h3> 
 194 Bailey&nbsp;Rd., Locust Valley 
 There's a paved path from the parking lot to the Bailey estate house, and one along the sensory garden. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.&nbsp;Wednesday through Sunday, free parking for 2023 due to pond restoration. Parking is limited;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.baileyarboretum.org/">baileyarboretum.com</a>, 516-801-1458. 
<h3> CENTENNIAL PARK&nbsp; </h3> 
 Centennial Avenue, Roosevelt 
 Paths wind around recreational fields&nbsp;and a playground. Open&nbsp;dawn to dusk; <a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2793/Centennial-Park">nassaucountyny.gov</a>,&nbsp;516-571-8695. 
<h3> CHRISTOPHER MORLEY PARK </h3> 
 Searingtown Road, Roslyn 
 Here you'll find a park with a playground and picnic area and a wide-paved walking trail. Open&nbsp;dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2794/Christopher-Morley-Park">nassaucountyny.gov</a>,&nbsp;516-571-8113. Parking: $10 a car weekends and holidays for nonresidents from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. 
<h3> EISENHOWER PARK&nbsp; </h3> 
 Merrick and Stewart avenues, East Meadow 
 There's&nbsp;a&nbsp;paved 2-plus mile winding trail around the&nbsp;park. Park near the playground at Field 2 and start at the beginning. Along the way, you'll find a mini-golf station, a track&nbsp;and a small lake. Open&nbsp;dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2797/Eisenhower-Park">nassaucountyny.gov</a>,&nbsp;516-572-0347.&nbsp;Parking: $10 daily for non-Nassau County residents&nbsp;from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. 
<h3> INWOOD PARK </h3> 
 600 Bayview Ave., Inwood 
 Paved walking paths and a park are surrounded by water at this trail&nbsp;located in the southwest part of Nassau County;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2800/Inwood-Park">nassaucountyny.gov</a>, 516-571-7894. 
<h3> JOHN J. BURNS PARK </h3> 
 4990 Merrick Rd., Massapequa Park 
 Walk around the park to catch a game or two on the playing fields and ballparks, which are adjacent to a South Shore canal. Open dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://oysterbaytown.com/departments/parks/parks/">oysterbaytown.com</a>, 516-797-7980. 
<h3> JONES BEACH STATE PARK </h3> 
 2400 Ocean Pkwy., Wantagh 
 Home of 6.5 miles of&nbsp;white-sand beach on the Atlantic Ocean,&nbsp;the&nbsp;boardwalk&nbsp;is a 4-mile&nbsp;out-and-back trail parallel to the ocean. Open&nbsp;dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/jonesbeach/">parks.ny.gov</a>,&nbsp;516-785-1600.&nbsp;Parking: $10 daily May 27-Sept. 17; $8 weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 23-Nov. 5. 
<h3> LONG BEACH BOARDWALK </h3> 
 Neptune Boulevard to New York Avenue,&nbsp;Long Beach 
 Open to strollers, 2.2 miles one way, double it up for a workout; open dusk to dawn daily;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.longbeachny.gov/beach">longbeachny.gov</a>, 516-431-1000. 
<h3> MARY JANE DAVIES GREEN </h3> 
 Plandome Road, Manhasset 
 Paved pathways throughout the park; open&nbsp;7:30 a.m. to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://northhempsteadny.gov/content/16253/16261/18952/18956/21030/default.aspx">northhempsteadny.gov</a>, 516-869-6311. 
<h3> MICHAEL J. TULLY PARK </h3> 
 1801 Evergreen Ave., New Hyde Park 
 Take in nature on paved walking paths between 7:30 a.m.&nbsp;and dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://northhempsteadny.gov/content/16253/16261/18952/18956/21036/default.aspx">northhempsteadny.gov</a>, 516-869-6311.&nbsp; 
<h3> NORMAN J. LEVY PARK AND PRESERVE </h3> 
 Merrick Rd., Merrick 
 This park and preserve has an uphill, winding path. Once at the top, get ready for views of the New York City skyline. There's also a windmill and pond. Open&nbsp;7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. March and October, 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. April and September, 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. May to August; front gates close 30 minutes prior to park closing;&nbsp;<a href="https://hempsteadny.gov/preserves-and-nature-areas/norman-j-levy-park">hempsteadny.gov</a>, 516-804-2000. 
<h3> REV. ARTHUR MACKEY SR. PARK </h3> 
 49 Lakeside Dr., Roosevelt 
 Paved paths and a&nbsp;large playground area provide&nbsp;a range of activities for youngsters.&nbsp;Benches line the walkway. Open dawn to dusk&nbsp;daily;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2804/Rev-Arthur-Mackey-Sr-Park">nassaucountyny.gov</a>, 516-571-8692. 
<h3> SANDS POINT PRESERVE </h3> 
 127 Middle Neck Rd., Sands Point 
 Enjoy a paved hilly walk to the freshwater pond. Paved paths go between Hempstead House and Castle Gould. March 29 to May 21 and Sept. 6 to Nov. 5: Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday,&nbsp;9 a.m. to 6 p.m.&nbsp;Sunday and Memorial Day; May 24 to Sept. 4: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday and Labor Day. Admission: $15 carload, $4 per walk-in;&nbsp;collected through Nov. 5 using pay station for contactless payments;&nbsp;<a href="http://sandspointpreserveconservancy.org">sandspointpreserveconservancy.org</a>,&nbsp;516-571-7901. 
<h3> VALLEY STREAM STATE PARK </h3> 
 Valley Stream State Park Road, Valley Stream 
 The walking paved trail is lined with trees and shrubs. There's also a picnic area and playground. Open&nbsp;dawn to dusk daily;&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/valleystream/maps.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>, 516-825-4128. Parking:&nbsp;$8 a car daily May 27-Sept. 4&nbsp;and weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. 
<h3> WANTAGH PARK&nbsp; </h3> 
 A&nbsp;paved path passes&nbsp;the playground and dog run before reaching the waterfront. Open dawn to dusk daily;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/2805/Wantagh-Park">nassaucountyny.gov</a>, 516-571-7460.&nbsp;Parking: $10 a car daily for nonresidents from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. 
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<h3> BAYARD CUTTING ARBORETUM&nbsp; </h3> 
 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River 
 The main trail is stroller-friendly and makes its way around the state park that includes an arboretum&nbsp;as well as a mansion. Open&nbsp;9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, November to March; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, April to October;&nbsp;<a href="https://bayardcuttingarboretum.com/">bayardcuttingarboretum.com</a>, 631-581-1002. Parking: $8 Tuesday-Sunday, May 1-Labor Day; $8 weekends and holidays, April and Sept. 10 through November. 
<h3> BELMONT LAKE STATE PARK&nbsp; </h3> 
 North Babylon 
 A paved path meanders around the lake. Open dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/belmontlake/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>, 631-669-1000. Parking: $8 daily May 27-Sept. 4 and&nbsp;weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. 
<h3> CAUMSETT STATE HISTORIC PARK PRESERVE </h3> 
 25 Lloyd Harbor Rd., Huntington 
 Paved paths for about 3 miles; open dawn to&nbsp;dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/23/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>, 631-423-1770. Parking:&nbsp;$8 daily May 27-Sept. 4 and&nbsp;weekends and holidays, April 1-May 21 and Sept. 9-Oct. 9. 
<h3> FIRE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE&nbsp; </h3> 
 Robert Moses State Park, parking field 5, Babylon 
 Follow the path to the gravel road to the National Seashore boardwalk that leads to the lighthouse. Open dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nps.gov/fiis/index.htm">nps.gov</a>, 631-687-4780. Lighthouse is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, tower 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily, free admission to the museum; tower climb, $10, $5 ages 12 and younger plus be at least 42 inches to climb, $5 ages 62 and older,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fireislandlighthouse.com/">fireislandlighthouse.com</a>, 631-583-5901. (Call before arriving to confirm lighthouse is open.) 
<h3> LAKELAND COUNTY PARK </h3> 
 Johnson Avenue, Islandia 
 You'll find&nbsp;a nature trail boardwalk over the headwaters of the Connetquot River, where you can catch&nbsp;views of&nbsp;waterfowl and wildlife. Open&nbsp;dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Parks/Our-Parks/Lakeland-County-Park">suffolkcountyny.gov</a>,&nbsp;631-854-4949. 
<h3> SUNKEN MEADOW STATE PARK </h3> 
 Route&nbsp;25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park 
 Strollers are allowed on the boardwalk&nbsp;and along the paved paths around the park. Open&nbsp;dawn to dusk;&nbsp;<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/parks/sunkenmeadow/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>, 631-269-4333. Parking:&nbsp;$10 daily May 27-Sept. 10; $8 weekends and holidays April 1-May 21 and Sept. 16-Nov. 5.

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Stroller-friendly paths on Long Island

Walking paths on LI that are stroller-friendly

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On sailboat cruises from Oyster Bay to Montauk, you can relax on deck, cooled by sea spray and a glass of wine. Or you can get up off your cushion and join the hands on deck in Oakdale.&nbsp; 
 Here's how to get a taste of cruising on&nbsp;Long Island's waters, whether destined for a swimming hole or merely a photo-worthy sunset. 
<h2> SAIL NEAR SHELTER ISLAND </h2> 
 ABOARD Layla, a 45-foot sailboat docked in Greenport 
 WHEN&nbsp;May 15 to Oct. 15&nbsp; 
 INFO 631-319-0161, <a href="https://laylasailing.com/">laylasailing.com</a> 
 Capt.&nbsp;Liz Gillooly leads up to six passengers on private sails from Greenport that explore the waters around Shelter Island. Options include shorter morning and sunset sails (from $750) and traditional half-day charters. Guests may bring their own snacks and drinks. 
<h2> SAIL WITH A SUNSET </h2> 
 ABOARD Christeen, a restored oyster sloop from The WaterFront Center in&nbsp;Oyster Bay 
 WHEN | WHERE&nbsp;6 p.m. most days through Labor Day ($55-$75 a&nbsp;person) from 1 West End Ave., Oyster Bay, reserve&nbsp;online. The center offers other sailing experiences, including a two-hour harbor tour ($45-$65 a person), marine ecology cruises ($50 a person). Private charters&nbsp;available (starting at $1,250). 
 INFO 516-922-7245, <a href="https://www.sailchristeen.org/">sailchristeen.org</a> 
 The view includes Gold Coast mansions lining tony Centre Island on cruises aboard the 40-foot sailboat. A U.S. Coast Guard-certified captain helms the ride through Oyster Bay Harbor and Cold Spring Harbor. You’ll learn about the history&nbsp;of Christeen, built in 1883 in Glenwood Landing and a National Historic Landmark since 1992. 
<h2> SAIL WITH A SWIM </h2> 
 ABOARD&nbsp;The Mon Tiki fleet of catamarans in Montauk&nbsp; 
 INFO 631-668-2826, <a href="https://www.sailingmontauk.com/">sailingmontauk.com</a>&nbsp; 
 The 65-foot Mon Tiki Largo, the 40-foot Mon Tiki and the 26-foot Mon Tiki Mini — all catamarans — are playfully named after explorer Thor Heyerdahl's Kon-Tiki. Amelia Ryan, who owns and operates the line with her husband, Capt. David Ryan, says the cruises explore a world beyond the chic resort community. &quot;All of that falls away when you are out on the water with the sounds of the wind, the waves and the natural beauty,&quot;&nbsp;which occasionally includes dolphin sightings, Ryan says. Passengers can bring their own lunch and beverages on a two- to three-hour private sail (starting $250) through early October, and there's plenty of time to take a plunge into the water from the vessel's swim ramp and paddleboards (life jackets provided). 
<h2> SAIL AND SIGHTSEE </h2> 
 ABOARD Priscilla, a restored 1888 oyster sloop from the Long Island Maritime Museum in West Sayville 
 WHEN | WHERE 4 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays, $45 ($20 kids) or dinner sail 4 p.m. Fridays, 1 and 4 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays ($75 includes $30 food voucher),&nbsp;reserve&nbsp;online. Arrive 30 minutes before sail time at the dock behind The Snapper Inn restaurant, 500 Shore Dr., Oakdale. 
 INFO 631-854-4974,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sailpriscilla.org/">sailpriscilla.org</a> 
 The Long Island Maritime Museum's historic oyster sloop Priscilla hosts&nbsp;two-hour cruises on the Great South Bay. Some sails have included options for lunch or dinner at The Snapper Inn restaurant in Oakdale. Sails include plenty of narration that covers the ship's history among a 500-boat fleet that plied the South Shore bays for oysters. The vessel was retired in the 1960s and restored in 2002. It became a National Historic Landmark in 2006.

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Long Island sailing and boat tours in Greenport, Oyster Bay, Oakdale and Montauk

Sailing and yacht tours, from Oyster Bay to Montauk

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As the Long Island beach driving season gets into gear, Keri Shea just can’t wait to get off the road again in her 2018 Toyota 4Runner. 
 Shea, 44, of Massapequa, a special-education teacher, is a lifelong angler and boater. Last year,&nbsp;she decided to add some adventure to the offseason by taking a how-to course with the Long Island Beach Buggy Association (LIBBA), and nowadays she’s cruising the sand from Gilgo to Montauk. 
 “I like the feeling of being free, smelling the salt air and getting out for sunrise and sunset,” Shea says. She&nbsp;adds, “I’m always looking to see if people are catching anything and have my rod ready if the fish are biting.” 
 Ready to hit the beach in your own 4x4? You don’t have to join an off-roading club to take your SUV or Jeep for a beach ride to go&nbsp;fishing, camping, swimming or tailgate partying at the surf’s doorstep. All you need is a four-wheel-drive vehicle, an adventurous spirit and a special permit to reach the playland beyond the dunes. 
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 “It’s a great mini vacation and a great sense of camaraderie,&quot; LIBBA president Klaus &quot;Cooky&quot; Rondinella, of Williston Park,&nbsp;says of off-roading. The 1,839-member organization&nbsp;also advocates for greater beach access and hosts beach cleanups and other conservation activities, Rondinella says. 
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<h2> DRIVING ON THE LONG ISLAND SAND </h2> 
 The 5-mile outer beach at Smith Point County Park in Shirley is among the most popular off-road destinations in Suffolk County, according to Hilary Hoffman of the county Department of Parks. On any given day, off-roaders pitch tents in front of their vehicles for a waterfront cabana vibe. 
 That’s where Dylan Jewell, 34, of Shirley, finds great fishing and peace of mind off-roading night and day in his 2017 Dodge Ram. 
 “I love driving out there with my three kids,” says Jewell, who seeks out quiet stretches of the beach away from crowds. On solo trips, he enjoys surf-casting. On family trips, he sets up a tent for shade and digs a kiddie pool in the sand for his children to play in. 
 “It’s like therapy,” Jewell says of off-roading: “It brings you to a different place in your life where you get to slow down.” 
<h2> BEST-BET BEACHES&nbsp;PERMITTING OFF-ROADING </h2> 
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<h3> Suffolk County Parks outer beach access </h3> 
 631-854-4949, <a href="https://suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Parks/Things-To-Do/Outer-Beach-Access">suffolkcountyny.gov</a> 
 Off-roaders can explore eight county beaches — Smith Point, Cupsogue, Cedar Point, Montauk and others — with an annual recreational vehicle use permit ($100 Suffolk residents with Green Key pass, which costs $30/three years) and $33 vehicle day use fee. 
<h3> Long Island State Parks </h3> 
 631-321-3515, <a href="https://newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com">newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com</a> 
 Four-wheel-drive beach vehicle access fishing permits ($80) for Democrat Point and Sore Thumb Beach in Robert Moses State Park, Gilgo State Park in Babylon and Hither Hills, Montauk Point and Napeague state parks in Montauk are sold by the state Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation from the Tuesday after Labor Day to Dec. 31, and then from Jan. 1 to March 31. 
<h3> Fire Island National Seashore </h3> 
 631-281-3010, <a href="https://www.nps.gov/fiis/index.htm">nps.gov/fiis</a> 
 Recreational driving permits for anglers and hunters are available for the 1 &frac12;-mile beach west of the Fire Island Wilderness Center to Old Inlet. Permits cost $50 and can be purchased beginning Sept. 1 for use between Sept. 15 and Dec. 31. 
<h2> CLUBS </h2> 
 Long Island Beach Buggy Association (LIBBA), 516-859-5266, <a href="https://libba.com/">libba.com</a>. Get info on mandated gear, upcoming beach environmental projects, tours and classes. 
 Long Island Off Road, <a href="https://liorclub.org/">liorclub.org</a>. Group trail rides on private and public lands throughout the Northeast (excluding Long Island).

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You can take advantage of Long Island’s waters&nbsp;— without the expense of upkeep&nbsp;— by renting a watercraft from an outfitter. You'll want to call ahead for availability and an understanding of age and other requirements. 
<h3> NASSAU </h3> 
 BRIDGE MARINE, 40 Ludlam Ave., Bayville, <a href="http://bridgemarinesales.com">bridgemarinesales.com</a>, 516-628-8688. Offers&nbsp;18- and 20-foot powerboats, guided fishing expeditions, captain for hire, single and double kayaks, tubing (with boat rental), wakeboarding, launching ramp (own boat fee $30), own kayak ($10 fee), ice, bait and tackle. Clam bar, open noon-8&nbsp;p.m. Tue.-Sun., May 15-Oct. 15.&nbsp;Hours 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tue.-Sun.; closed Mon. except holidays. Season May-Oct.&nbsp;Requirements&nbsp;Older than 21, with boating experience for powerboats; driver’s license required. 
 LONG ISLAND BOAT RENTALS, 403 Main St., Port Washington, located on Manhasset Bay, <a href="http://liboatrentals.com">liboatrentals.com</a>, 516-761-0840. Offers&nbsp;half- or full-day rentals, 21- to 27-foot bowrider&nbsp;powerboats, (8-10 passengers max), center and dual consoles, water skis, wakeboards, tubes, powerboat training&nbsp;classes, boat handling and open water. Season&nbsp;May 15-Oct.&nbsp;15.&nbsp;Requirements Ages 18 and older, boating experience, driver’s license and credit card. 
 TED’S FISHING STATION, 143 Bayside Dr., Point Lookout, <a href="http://tedsfishingstation.com">tedsfishingstation.com</a>, 516-431-4193. Offers 16-foot skiffs with 8-HP motors, full and half days. Gasoline, diesel fuel and oil, bait and tackle, food truck,&nbsp;ice available. Rods and reels for rent. The Shell Shack, opens May 12-Labor Day, 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 1 p.m.-10 p.m. Sat.-Sun.&nbsp;Fees $189&nbsp;full day (7 a.m.-4 p.m.) includes life jackets for 4 and gas and brief lesson;&nbsp;$159&nbsp;half-day (4 hours), $99&nbsp;(2&nbsp;hours). Pole rental $15. Season May 1-Oct. 9.&nbsp;Requirements&nbsp;21&nbsp;and older, driver’s license.&nbsp; 
 THE WATERFRONT CENTER, 1 West End Ave., Oyster Bay, <a href="http://thewaterfrontcenter.org">thewaterfrontcenter.org</a>, 516-922-7245. A nonprofit community center for marine education and recreation on the water. Offers&nbsp;full- and half-day summer programs for children.&nbsp;Sailboats range from $80-$125; single kayak ($32), double kayak ($40) and stand-up paddleboard ($35), Rentals are one&nbsp;hour.&nbsp;Hours&nbsp;9 a.m.-8 p.m.,&nbsp;Tue.-Sun. Season Memorial Day-Columbus Day weekend. 
<h3> SUFFOLK </h3> 
 DINGHY SHOP, 334 S. Bayview Ave., Amityville, <a href="http://dinghyshop.com">dinghyshop.com</a>, 631-264-0005. Offers kayaks, sailboats, stand-up paddleboards,&nbsp;tours, lessons, youth trips. Hours 9 a.m.-5&nbsp;p.m. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Rentals available&nbsp;June-Sept. Fee&nbsp;sailboat $90;&nbsp;single kayak $35, tandem kayak $70; stand-up paddleboards $45. All rentals are two hours and include flotation device and paddle. Twilight Tours 5:30 p.m. Wed. all summer,&nbsp;single kayak $46, tandem kayak $64 (includes rental).&nbsp;Requirements 15&nbsp;and older to use own boat; reservations recommended.&nbsp; 
 ELIXIR YACHT CHARTERS,&nbsp;403 Main St., Port Washington, located on Manhasset Bay, <a href="http://LIBoatRentals.com/Elixir">LIBoatRentals.com</a>,&nbsp;516-761-0840 (call or text). Offers charters 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-11 p.m. departing from Port Washington. Accommodates up to 24 passengers. Fee 5-hour charters from $3,850. Season May 15-Oct. 15. 
 GREAT BAY MARINE, 1110 Flanders Rd., Flanders, <a href="http://greatbayboats.com">greatbayboats.com</a>, 631-204-0034. Offers&nbsp;18- to 22-foot powerboats,&nbsp;20-&nbsp;to 23-foot pontoons, marine store, snacks, ice, bait and tackle, showers. Hours 8 a.m.-5&nbsp;p.m. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Season March 30-Nov. 10. 
 JETSKIRENTALS.COM INC., 320 S. Country Rd., Brookhaven, <a href="http://jetskirentals.com">jetskirentals.com</a>, 631-286-7816. Offers personal watercraft, kayak, canoe and Jet Ski rentals, boating classes, one-on-one boating, restaurant. Season Memorial Day-Oct.&nbsp;Requirements 19 and older to drive. 
 LIGHTHOUSE MARINA, 229 Meetinghouse Creek Rd., Aquebogue, <a href="http://lighthousemarina.com">lighthousemarina.com</a>, 631-722-3400.&nbsp;East of Riverhead off the Great Peconic Bay. Offers&nbsp;19- to 26-foot boats, including pontoon and center consoles&nbsp;plus water skis, wakeboard and tube rentals.&nbsp;Lessons and captains available. Hours&nbsp;9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, May 15-Sept. 15. 
 PUFF &amp; PUTT FAMILY FUN CENTER, 659 Montauk Hwy., Montauk, <a href="http://puffandputt.business.site">puffandputt.business.site</a>, 631-668-4473.&nbsp;Offers&nbsp;kayaks, sailboats, canoes, pedal boats, stand-up paddleboards. Sailing on Fort Pond, enclosed freshwater lake&nbsp;1 1/2&nbsp;miles long. Hours&nbsp;9 a.m.-10 p.m. Memorial Day weekend-Columbus Day. 
 RENTABOAT, 320 S. Country Rd., Brookhaven, <a href="http://rentaboat.com">rentaboat.com</a>, 631-286-7816. Offers canoes, personal watercrafts, powerboats, kayaks. Boating classes, one-on-one boating instructions available. Hours 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily&nbsp;year-round. Requirements Minimum age 21.&nbsp;New York State boating safety certificate, driver’s license. 
 SILLY LILY FISHING STATION, 99 Adelaide Ave., East Moriches, <a href="http://sillylily.com">sillylily.com</a>, 631-878-0247. Offers fiberglass 16-foot skiffs; 17- to 20-foot sailboats, Sunfish (lessons, kayaks, paddleboards also available). Sailing and fishing lessons (all ages)&nbsp;available. Bait, tackle, seafood, snacks, launching ramp, harbor tours. Season 8 a.m.-8 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m.-8&nbsp;p.m. weekends&nbsp;May 30-Oct. 15&nbsp;(rentals). Offers Carefree Boat Club with memberships for unlimited uses,&nbsp;range from $3,995 to $8,000 per year, depending on location and type of usage. 
 STRONG’S MARINE, 2400 Camp Mineola Rd., Mattituck, <a href="http://strongsmarine.com">strongsmarine.com</a>, 631-298-4770. Offers 21-foot and up, daily and long-term boat rentals, including Cobalt, Regal, Pursuit, and Grady White; plus water skis and water tubes. Season May 15-Sept. 30.&nbsp;Requirements&nbsp;Minimum age 21.&nbsp;Boating experience (lessons available), New York State boating safety certificate, driver’s license. 
 UIHLEIN’S MARINA, BOAT RENTAL AND MOTEL, 444 W. Lake Dr., Montauk, <a href="http://uihleinsmarina.com">uihleinsmarina.com</a>, 631-668-3799. Offers 18- to 31-foot powerboats for fishing, skiing, tubing, wakeboarding, cruising, parties. 1- to 3-person personal watercraft. Hours 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.&nbsp;Season April 15-Nov. 15.&nbsp;Requirements Older than 18, driver’s license, major credit card.

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Where to rent a boat, Jet Ski, more on LI 

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Above, left: Vanilla soft serve ice cream topped with&nbsp;East End strawberries at Snowflake in Riverhead. Top: A trio of homemade cones&nbsp;at Ice Cream Cottage in Mastic in&nbsp;2015. Bottom:&nbsp;a&nbsp;Monster Mash&nbsp;sundae at Coyle&#39;s&nbsp;in Bay Shore in 2016. Credit:&nbsp;Daniel Brennan

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Looking for a vacation close to home? Book a night or plan a weekend getaway at a Long Island hotel with a pool set amid other fun amenities that make a visit feel more like a vacation. 
<h2> FIRE ISLAND BEACH HOUSE&nbsp; </h2> 
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 This spot has an outdoor pool area where the entertainment will be a mix of live music and DJs spinning chilled-out beats on weekends. The pool is currently open only to hotel guests, but the hotel's restaurant,&nbsp;Canes at the FIBH, and bar are open to public. 
 INFO 25 Cayuga Walk, Ocean Bay Park; 631-583-8000, <a href="http://thefibh.com">thefibh.com</a>. Rooms start at $235 plus $50 resort fee per night. 
<h2> SOUND VIEW GREENPORT </h2> 
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 With a pool located close to the Long Island Sound shoreline, you can lounge poolside while looking out at the water. Both hotel guests and non-guests can hang, with day passes available for $75 per person. The resort is bringing back its Low Tide beach bar (starting Memorial Day weekend), where one can sit in beach chairs or stroll over to an outdoor counter space where cocktails are mixed. Food is available at Jack’s Shack poolside restaurant (no reservations needed) or Halyard restaurant (reservations required). 
 INFO 58775 County Rd.&nbsp;48, Greenport;&nbsp;631-477-1910,&nbsp;<a href="https://soundviewgreenport.com/">soundviewgreenport.com</a>. Rates start at $425. 
<h2> MONTAUK MANOR&nbsp; </h2> 
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 Serving Montauk for more than 90 years, Montauk Manor sits atop a hill that provides striking views of town and the sunsets, and is within a short trip to the hamlet’s restaurants and beaches. The hotel features a heated outdoor pool for guests that opens Memorial Day weekend. There are three outdoor tennis courts and two barbecue areas with gas and charcoal grills. All suites have a full kitchen, and a courtesy shuttle to beaches and area restaurants is available. 
 INFO 236 Edgemere St., Montauk; 631-668-4400, <a href="http://montaukmanor.com">montaukmanor.com</a>.&nbsp;Rates start at $161. 
<h2> THE INN AT FOX HOLLOW </h2> 
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 This hotel has a saltwater pool (for guests only) in a palm tree-encircled courtyard, where guests can eat, drink&nbsp;and play lawn games. Indoor and outdoor dining is available at the Vintage 25 bar and lounge as are icy beverages.&nbsp;Indoor-only dining is available at the Volpe Ristorante Italian eatery. 
 INFO 7755 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury; 516-224-8100, <a href="https://www.thefoxhollow.com/hotel">thefoxhollow.com</a>. Rooms start at $299. 
<h2> BARON'S COVE&nbsp; </h2> 
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 The outdoor heated saltwater pool is open to only hotel guests. Six cabanas are available this year to relax by the pool. (Reserve at the pool, front desk or with the concierge, fee $250 per day.)&nbsp;Dining reservations are not required but recommended. The dog-friendly Village Garden Rooms remain available, but dog owners must book the Cove’s &quot;Charley package,” which includes a doggy welcome kit with bed, snacks, bowl and a copy of the book “Travels with Charley” by John Steinbeck. Guests staying at Baron’s Cove can take part in outdoor yoga, daily at 8 a.m., borrow a bicycle at no added charge (for up to two hours) and take a complimentary tennis clinic for adults and children, reserve a tennis court for later in the day. Live music daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. 
 INFO 31 W. Water St., Sag Harbor; 631-725-2101, <a href="http://caperesorts.com/barons-cove">caperesorts.com/barons-cove</a>. Rooms start at $699. 
<h2> HOTEL INDIGO&nbsp; </h2> 
 Located on the western North Fork yet not far from the Hamptons, this is a convenient place to stay on the East End. The hotel is dog-friendly and equipped with a large outdoor pool (only hotel guests can use the pool), where food can be served. Dining at the hotel’s Bistro 72 (<a href="http://bistro-72.com">bistro-72.com</a>, 631-369-3325) highlights locally grown ingredients and regional wines. Dining reservations are recommended. 
 INFO 1830 W. Main St., Riverhead; 631-369-2200, <a href="http://ihg.com">ihg.com</a>. Rooms start at $224.72.

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