Michelle and Linda were so incredibly genuine and welcoming. We came late to our reservation and…read morewere greeted with so much hospitality and friendliness despite the circumstances. We went on to have an unforgettable adventure up the river and a smooth ride back to our car. Will recommend to everyone I know.

Very professional and convenient and will do it again. Extremely scenic river. Saw many beautiful…read morebirds, osprey, egrets. Loved it.

Great little zoo out east on long island that is perfect for younger kids…read more They have a pretty decent amount of animals including goat feeding, pig feeding, a Kamal, and a pony. They have a small train that will drive you around the grounds for an extra $5 and have small shows and experiences along the way. Perfect to stay just a few hours.

Great people and amazing place and pretty and the animals are so great and cute too and there…read moreamazing too

I sailed with Mike the summer of 1973, during the formative years of "Sail Carribbean" in the…read moreBritish Virgin Islands, Necker Island. It was and still is a high point of my lifetime, and I still have vivid memories of that summer. Not only did I complete the three week trip, I stayed another five weeks, for a total of 8, since I was so deeply immersed in the Island Camp and Sailing adventure program. I would like to say that I was 17, not 13-16 years old like some of the kids of this Yelp sites other reviewers, so came to the program with more maturity. Yes, portions of the trip were tough, yes there were mosquitoes at times if you stayed out too late or didn't prepare adequate cover, but we adapted and solved those unique and exciting experiences. I matured so much in so many ways over the course of that summer that everyone I came in contact with upon my return commented, astounded. I urge the parents considering this program for their kids to ask more questions before signing them up. This was and can be a peak experience for them! And to Sail Caribbean - perhaps take extra care with those of younger ages - it's not 1973 anymore! Michelle Cameron, Lester Prairie, MN; formerly of Greenlawn, NY.

The BVI marine safety just issued it's report on the 2025 grounding and sinking of a catamaran…read moreoperated by Sail Caribbean. The scathing report details an appaling list of seamanship and competenchy violations leading to the sinking. If you are sending your children to the Caribbean at $6,000+ each insist on a licensed local captain.

Avalon Nature Preserve is a nice place to go hiking. I've always enjoyed being outdoors, taking in…read morethe scenery, listening to the birds, and meeting others who share my love for mini adventures. Upon arriving, my husband and I parked in the Forest parking lot, which had ample parking spaces and a map, laying out available trail options. We began with the Hilltop Meadow, which we completed fairly quickly. After, we thought we'd challenge ourselves a bit more by taking on the Forest Sanctuary. We enjoyed this trail, although we sometimes had to look over our shoulders to investigate the noises around us. Everything kept us on our toes, from squirrels to deer, chipmunks, and other wildlife. The terrain may be difficult for some, due to the tree roots and the uphill climbs, but other than that, it was manageable. We appreciated that there were several signs posted throughout the park, helping us to keep track of our location. Additionally, there were warning signs reminding us of the possibility of tick exposure. One thing is for sure: we kept it moving and thoroughly checked our clothing afterwards. My favorite trail of the day was The Mill Pond. I loved the well-paved paths and the overall layout. I could've spent hours here. I highly recommend this park for those who enjoy the outdoors.

What a beautiful and peaceful sanctuary, in spite of the loud and obnoxious couple talking behind…read moreus, who we let pass us. This lovely Park and Preserve is so nicely designed and affords places to sit and ponder or look out for turtles and birds and all sorts of things. We visited on a beautiful day during the week and it wasn't very crowded. I can imagine this place is probably pretty popular and might not be as tranquil but I'm so glad I came when I did. Plus, dogs are allowed! That was a huge bonus for me. I would absolutely recommend and come back. It's not a difficult hike but there are a set of stairs which might be challenging for some. There was also a cool stone path labyrinth and Zen garden.

"But there's this one particular harbour So far but yet so…read morenear Where I see the days as they fade away And finally disappear" (Jimmy Buffet) You'll find Port Jefferson's Harborfront Park between the waterfront and village center and it's well worth the visit. There's a lot going on inside the 5.1-acre Park. We saw a picnic area and children's playground with a stone porpoise and some cute stone turtles. There's a skating rink, a 350 ft pier for strolling and sightseeing or fishing, a beautiful shoreline promenade that makes you feel you're at the beach, courtesy of the seagrass and sand dunes. But for me, the highpoint of our park visit was the magnificent Shipbuilder's monument showing four shipbuilders carrying the framework of a boat high over their heads. I read that the monument was based on some old photos from the Port Jefferson Historical Society and that the men's clothing is historically accurate. What a cool way to honor Port Jefferson's maritime heritage.

My series of Harborfront Park pictures tell help support my review of this picturesque park…read more Situated on the east shoreline of Port Jefferson Harbor between Danford's and the Historic Shipyard Building (Village Center), spending time in Harborfront Park is spending time in a vintage Port Jefferson post card. It is a living postcard of the Long Island Sound water stretching out to Connecticut with boats, water birds, and bordering forested bluffs. Park goers experience this Port Jefferson Harbor shoreline view from the circular paved walking trail, open grass, a sundry of benches, sandy beach, and a 350 foot long pier extending the experience above Port Jefferson Harbor. Standing on the pier, park goers can enjoy an east facing vista of where Port Jefferson village and Harbor converge. This a living postcard that I have got to spend time in three times, with the latest being Monday, October 21, 2024. The three times that I spent here were with my dad. From these three visits (as of October 31, 2024), I give this five acre waterfront park four stars. It really captures the Port Jefferson experience. A big part of that experience is Port Jefferson Harbor with its ferry, boats, birds, docks, bordering bluffs, and water spread out to Connecticut. It is a view that brings out the shutter bug in me. Walking in from the west entrance near Danford's, my thing is to stroll along the walking path inches from the water taking pictures before walking onto the pier to take in the water below me. Sitting on a shaded bench, I would spend time talking to my dad while looking at the forested Belle Terre bluffs towering above the Long Island Sound water. Harborfront Park was not always a picturesque spot. It is the result of an environmental success story. You see, before the early 2000s, it was a blighted wasteland of oil tanks and cement that was closed off to the public. Just like most environmental success stories, people that cared got together to create something beautiful. Looking at the water that is so clear that I could see the bottom, it is hard to fathom that this was an industrial site. This environmental success story created a first-rate park with immaculate landscaping and details that is much more than a real life postcard. This park has added public art and passive entertainment to Port Jefferson Village. The focal point of the park is the Port Jefferson Harbor Sculpture depicting four men carrying a wooden boat. Nearby is a sandy splash pad staring a boat, sea lion statue, and turtle statues that splash water. In the summer children love it. During the rest of the year, it adds to the parks charm. In various places along the walking trail there are kiosks that explain the history of the area and what you are looking at. Speaking of history, the historic Shipyard Building dating back to 1917, also known as Village Center touches the northern periphery of the open grass. From what was once a blighted oil tank and cement site, you have a waterfront park that provides all these amenities. When my Dad and I spent time here, it was always engrossed with people. And, may I add dogs. The circular walking trail, is a popular spot for pet parents to walk their dogs. I like real life waterfront postcards and successful environmental stories. Harborfront Park is the epitonmy of both. There is no doubt that this is a great addition to Port Jefferson Village and my visits to Port Jefferson Village. My story through pictures and views concludes with Four Stars: I am a fan.

Hands down best scare on the Island…read more They sell food and merchandise pre walk and then beer garden and dance party at the end. It is the longest walk through the woods ( about 30 minutes) up and down hills and around a small body of water. . Only $25 bucks. It's all to benefit the kids at the camp.

Camp pa qua tuck is one of the best Camps i have so much there. . we do lots of activities. i make…read morelots of friends.

We had a wonderful kayaking experience! My wife and I booked a tandem kayak on Monday morning. The…read morewater was very calm, and we spent more than two hours kayaking. We paddled through the reeds and also visited the beach. We got very close to some beautiful white swans and saw many wild ducks taking off right beside us. Overall, it was an amazing experience. My wife and I really enjoyed our time there, and we are already planning to come back again when we have the chance. Thank you for providing such a great experience and wonderful service! And one more thing--don't forget to wear sunscreen! I forgot to put sunscreen on my feet, and they got sunburned!

I rented a couple of Kayaks from here yesterday. The reservation was pretty easy to make, with…read moreoptions to fill out the waivers and pay for this in advance, online. We arrived 1/2 hour late, and they were able to hold our equipment and it made no difference in our reservation... 4 hours began at the time that we stepped out of their office. They have a restroom for the public in the next building over, which was kept clean and stocked. A gentleman helped us into our kayaks and sent us off. The river is beautiful, though because it's quite wide, you need to share it with yachts and boats of various sizes. This creates some waves, and they can be a pain in the ass. In general, people on the water are cool with each other, but there are some (maybe it's a Long Island thing) who feel so superior in their big beautiful boats and treat you like a pipsqueak in their way. As I was all the way to the right side of the river, while returning to the dock, a boat came up behind me. I turned around, looked at the guy driving, and he made a hand motion to say "move over to the left." I thought I was blocking his way into his dock, but he passed me by and kept going straight! Like WTF? That has nothing to do with L.I. Canoe Kayak Rentals, I'm just commenting on the experience in general. To add to the experience, there are some really nice spots with exposed sand (when it's not high tide) that you can hang out along and explore nature. There's a bird sanctuary as well... which wasn't really that impressive, but that may have just been my timing. When we returned to the dock, we pulled in our kayaks and there was no one present to help us out. A couple of ladies pulled their kayaks in, and one needed help getting out, so we provided that help ourselves. I wasn't so impressed about that aspect of this business, though I realize it's probably a lot to ask for them to have someone standing on the dock all day to receive people who are returning. It wasn't a cheap trip, but I'd likely return. I will probably check out some other places first though.

Enjoyed attending this camp as a child for many years. Especially when I was around the age of 7,…read morethe camp always kept me entertained. I thought the lunches were great and always looked forward to ice cream at the end of the day. I made friendships to last a lifetime. I didn't need a fancy, super expensive camp to have a great summer, and neither does your child. My favorite years of camp was when I was a counselor in training (C.I.T.). The C.I.T. program at Hidden Pond Day Camp is awesome! Being able to go on weekly field trips and getting proper training by working with actual camp groups was a great experience. However, It is hard for the camp to keep their employees, which is why they are forced to hire candidates who are not the best. After being a full time counselor there for one summer, I understand. The counselors are treated with no respect. Being paid UNDER $4/hr for long camp days it is understandable why no one wants to come back. The work staff that returns every year actually bullies some of the employees. I was screamed at about being "too cautious" with my campers. The division heads play favorites so extremely that some counselors didn't even have to do their job. However, the camp did provide counselor bonding activities outside of our hours which was always a blast. The employees get proper training in what to do if there is a medical emergency, an evacuation It is sad for me to not return to a camp I loved so much. I recommend the day camp, but have definitely seen a significant decrease in returning counselors. I wish the best for Peter Trupia (the manager) and the other workers who put in countless hours to make Hidden Pond Day Camp a great environment.

You pay thousands of dollars and they hire young kids who are inexperienced and lazy. My child…read moreended up left alone to change and walk to the lunch tent, fell trying to catch up with her group and someone needed to go find a counselor to help her! SHE WAS 6 YEARS OLD. She needed stitches and when she returned and couldn't go swimming because of the stitches they made her sit on the side of the pool and watch the other kids swim.