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Field Trip: Manitoga | The Russel Wright Design Center
The former home of American industrial designer Russel Wright in Garrison, NY, is sited on a former quarry with 4 miles of landscaped trails on 75 acres. / 1 comment
Around-the-Corner Field Trip: The Elevated Acre and Urbanspace
The new food hall from Urbanspace is right across the street from one of the best kept park secrets in Fidi. / 1 comment
Field Trip: Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center
The new(ish) nature center dedicated to energy conservation is also near one of the more deserted beaches on the barrier island.
Field Trip: Jersey City + Liberty Science Center
The journey is the destination in this case, with subways, light rails, Citi Bikes and ferries all in play.
Field Trip: Planting Fields, Oyster Bay
Today is Frederick Law Olmsted's 200th birthday, so to celebrate take a stroll through Central, Morningside or Riverside -- and if you have wheels, go here. / 1 comment
Field Trip: Stroll to Madison Square Park
It's worth a (2 mile) walk up to the Flatiron to catch Hugh Hayden's installation titled Brier Patch -- up till May 1. / 4 comments
In the News: Riding the Empire State Trail
A trail to Canada starts here. Plus a new listing for the Cast Iron House; the top downtown sale of 2021; a man is shoved onto the tracks at Chambers. / 2 comments
Field Trip: Circle Line’s Bear Mountain Oktoberfest Cruise
If you haven't heard a polka band yet this season, here's your chance. Plus, great scenery and two hours in Bear Mountain State Park. Did I mention the polka band?
Field Trip: Bike into Fire Island
It's a bit of a production requiring cars and bikes, but cycling onto Fire Island is a real adventure that lets you explore the beach towns. You can also train, ferry and walk the same route. / 16 comments
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