This guide was created to help make the month of January a little bit easier for you!
Topics:
Ice Skating Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
Snow Tubing Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
Sledding Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
This guide was created to help make the month of January a little bit easier for you!
Topics:
Ice Skating Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
Snow Tubing Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
Sledding Roundup (Scroll to the end of the guide for the list)
9 MILES EAST
Make your week easier with delicious, healthy prepared meals from 9 Miles East. We drop them off at your home each week and you can choose from great soups, salads, entrees, grain bowls and local grocery items. Gluten-free, vegan and paleo options available. Visit https://subscriptions.9mileseast.com/ to order.
AAC FAMILY WELLNESS CENTERS
AAC Family Wellness Centers have been serving the capital region since 1994. Our doctors are committed to provide the highest quality chiropractic care to improve the lives of the people in our community. We use the latest technology to detect and correct stress in the nervous system so the body can function and express itself at its highest level. We serve all ages from birth and beyond.
AKIRA MEDICAL IMAGING & WELLNESS
Akira Medical Imaging + Wellness (Akira) offers a full suite of medical imaging, including screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast and pelvic ultrasounds, breast biopsies and DEXA (bone density) scans and support services in an environment designed to take some of the stress out of receiving health care. Akira’s mission is to be warm, compassionate, reliable, attentive partners in the health journey of every person it serves with a vision of providing a new standard in healthcare: not just being cared for—feeling cared for.
400 Patroon Creek Blvd Suite 104, Albany, NY 12206
Follow Akira on Facebook and Instagram
Click here to visit their website.
Phone #: 518-239-5200
Email: [email protected]
CAPITAL DISTRICT YMCA
The Capital District YMCA offers something for all families. From swim lessons to youth basketball to childcare while you work out, our facilities cater to all your needs. As the largest childcare provider in the Capital Region, members enjoy discounted rates and early access to register. Join us today!
Click here to visit their website.
Phone #: 518-869-3500
COMPLEXIONS
For a limited time only, receive a COMPLIMENTARY service when you enroll in a Wellness Program!
CHOOSE FROM:
* Refresher Pedicure
* Haircut with a Conditioning Treatment
* Exotic Body Polish
* Nourishing Facial
CROSSGATES
One Crossgates Mall Road, Albany NY 12203
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Phone #: 518-869-9565
Email: [email protected]
DRAGONFLY & OWL, LLC
Dragonfly & Owl is a sensory gym open to the public for children of all ages and abilities. We offer a variety of programs and events including; Parent’s Night Out, summer camps, open play, birthday parties, holiday themed events, handwriting workshops and a Learning Readiness Program! Our mission is to be a happy and fun place for motivating and encouraging trust, confidence, positivity and potential in growing minds and bodies. Dragonfly & Owl is owned and operated by two occupational therapists who are dedicated to providing children and families the expertise and resources to “soar” to their goals.
EAGLE ISLAND CAMP
Located on its own 31-Acre Island on Upper Saranac Lake in New York’s Adirondack Mountains, Eagle Island is a youth camp, a National Historic Landmark, and one of the best-preserved examples of Adirondack Great Camp architecture.
31 Acre Island on Upper Saranac
Follow Eagle Island Camp on Facebook and Instagram
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Phone #: 518-323-9422
Email: [email protected]
GO KIDS
Go Kids is a sports and physical activity program for ages 18 months-9 years old. Go Kids offers children the ability to develop a love for an active lifestyle through an introduction into a variety of sports such as; soccer, football, basketball, tennis, baseball, hockey, and track and field. Additionally, Go Kids offers school break camps and additional classes for school aged children including; LEGO Club, Strong Kids, and Just for Kicks. Go Kids works to meet each child where they are at to instill a love for being active.
Locations in Saratoga and Clifton Park
Follow Go Kids on Facebook and Instagram.
Click here to visit their website.
Phone #: 518-878-6502
Email: [email protected]
HEALING HANDS CHIROPRACTIC CENTER
(formerly known as Kinkaid Family Chiropractic)
Your new baby will be here soon and you’re doing everything right, from check ups to nutrition, but do you know about prenatal Chiropractic Care?! Receiving regular chiropractic treatment is one of the most important and helpful areas of prenatal care. We specialize in prenatal, pediatric and whole family care. We have helped many families navigate their way through the aches and pains of pregnancy and post-partum including back and neck pain, headaches, pelvic pain, sciatica & more. See all of the ways Healing Hands Chiropractic Center can help you and your family.
1873 Western Ave Suite 103, Albany, NY 12203
Follow Healing Hands Chiropractic Center on Facebook and Instagram
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Phone #: (518) 869-8000
New patient paperwork is located on the home page of our website. Once we have had a chance to review it, we will call you to schedule your first appointment.
NINJA LABS
The Ninja Lab is the region’s premier obstacle course gym and kids fun zone. Swing, climb, leap and soar your way into fitness while learning great leadership skills and building self-confidence that will last a lifetime. Men, women and children alike will have a ball at The Ninja Lab, where Ninja training is for everyone, and fitness is always fun! Our classes, open gyms, birthday parties, camps, and Nerf nights are second to none! Programs for ages 2 and up!
ALBANY NINJA LAB
Crossgates Commons
161 Washington Ave Ext-104B, Albany, NY 12205
Follow Albany Ninja Lab on Facebook and Instagram
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Phone #: 518-608-4725
Email: [email protected]
Follow Saratoga Ninja Lab on Facebook and Instagram
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PLAY HOLLOW
Play Hollow is a children’s retail and community-play space which values eco-friendly and fair trade practices, celebrates diversity, and offers products and programming that center around loving and taking care of ourselves, each other, and our Earth. We have a collection of bilingual/bicultural books, natural toys and apparel, as well as children’s classes and parent workshops both virtual and in-person to support every stage of the family journey.
40 Front Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Follow Play Hollow on Facebook and Instagram
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Phone #: 518-309-3517
Email: [email protected]
SARATOGA CHILDREN’S THEATRE
Classes and Events take place at 615 Maple Ave Suite 3, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Follow the Saratoga Children’s Theatre on Facebook and Instagram.
Click here to visit their website.
Phone #: 518-886-8800
Email: [email protected]
THE LITTLE GYM OF COLONIE
Our Little Gym classes will help your child channel their boundless energy and reach developmental milestones in a structured environment. Your child will flip at the chance to tackle new challenges and make some great friends along the way. You will be amazed when you see your child beaming with pride at their new accomplishments! Now is the perfect time to check out our cozy indoor class opportunities for ages 4 months-12 years.
471 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville, NY 12211
Follow The Little Gym of Colonie on Facebook and Instagram
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Phone #: 518-729-3230
Email: [email protected]
TRI-VILLAGE NURSERY SCHOOL
Tri-Village Nursery School is a cooperative preschool located in the heart of Bethlehem. TVN provides a thematic, play-based curriculum that comes from sound, well-researched practices and is supported by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. We welcome families to participate as much as they are able. We invite parents and prospective students to attend our Open House on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 from 10am-Noon! Open Registration for the 2023-2024 School Year begins January 7th as well — please see our website for our online application!
428 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054
Follow Tri-Village Nursery School on Facebook & Instagram
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Phone #: 518-439-1455
Email: [email protected]
VIA AQUARIUM
Take your family on an unforgettable journey as you explore vivid underwater worlds across 45 exhibits. Feel the soft, smooth skin of a stingray as they swim right up to your hand in Stingray Bay. Watch sharks swim overhead while schools of fish surround you in our immersive tunnel tanks. From local favorites to the depths of the ocean, explore our planet’s oceans and rivers all in your own backyard on this self-guided exploration.
93 West Campbell Road, Schenectady, NY 12306
Follow Via Aquarium on Facebook and Instagram
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Phone #: 518-280-5100
Email: [email protected]
ICE SKATING ROUNDUP
OUTDOOR SKATING
Buckingham Pond – Albany, NY
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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The Town of Bethlehem (Elm Avenue Park)
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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Saratoga Spa State Park
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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Click here to visit Saratoga Spa State Parks’ Facebook page.
Gavin Park – Wilton, NY
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
There are “skate helpers” you can use.
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Indian Meadows Ice Rink – Glenville, NY
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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West Albany Pocket Park – Colonie, NY
Bring your own ice skates (no rentals)
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Empire State Plaza Ice Rink
You can rent ice skates.
There are “skate helpers” you can use.
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Grafton Lakes State Park
Click here to visit Grafton Lakes State Park’s Facebook page.
Town of Moreau (Harry Betar Park)
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Moreau Lake State Park – Gansevoort, NY
Click here to follow Moreau Lake State Park on Facebook.
Camp Saratoga Ice Rink at Scout Road
Click here to follow the Town of Wilton NY on Facebook
INDOOR ICE SKATING
Capital Arena – Clifton Park, NY
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Saratoga Springs Ice Rinks
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Dynamite Hill Recreation Area – Chestertown, NY
Click here to visit the Dynamite Hill Recreation Area’s Facebook page for more information.
Albany County Hockey Facility – near the Albany Airport
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Bethlehem YMCA – Delmar, NY
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The Conway Ice Rink at Hudson Valley Community College
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Glens Falls Recreation Center, Fire Road, Glens Falls, NY
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Messa Rink at Union College
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Hockey Hut Training Center – Clifton Park, NY
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Schenectady County Recreation Facility Ice Rink
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The Albany Academies
They have family skate occasionally.
Follow The Albany Academies on Facebook for more information.
Below is a list of places that have offered ice skating in past years,but may not be this year.
Cool Insuring Arena – Public skate has concluded until further notice.
Knickerbacker Ice Arena – Troy, NY
Schuylerville – In 2021 “Villagers have built an outdoor ice rink at Fort Hardy Park.”
Washington Park – Albany, NY
SNOW TUBING ROUNDUP
Bearpen Mountain – Prattsville, NY
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Bousquet Mountain – Pittsfield, MA
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Catamount – Hillsdale, NY
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Hunter Mountain – Hunter, NY
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Killington Ski Resort – Killington, VT
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Mount Snow – Dover, VT
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Plattekill Mountain – Roxbury, NY
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Ski Butternut – Great Barrington, MA
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West Mountain – Queensbury, NY
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Willard Mountain – Greenwich, NY
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Windham Mountain – Windham, NY
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SLEDDING ROUNDUP
Capital Hills – Albany, NY
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Sledding at the Corner of Longkill Road & Parkside Trail – Ballston Lake NY
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Sledding at Sand Creek Middle School (when school isn’t in session) – Colonie, NY
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Sledding at East Greenbush Town Park
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