Nature | Kids Out and About Buffalo

Camp Cherith

Camp Cherith® is a traditional s’mores and outdoors summer camp. Camper activity choices may include swimming, hiking, horseback riding, target sports, fishing, nature & lots more. One week of day camp, then four weeks of residential camp. Small cabin groups are led by a caring counselor. Come explore God’s creation, build lasting friendships, and dig into God’s Word. Take a break from our fast-paced, technology-driven world and enjoy the summer with us!
9534 Short Tract Road
Hunt , NY , 14846
Phone: 585-468-3850
42° 33' 54.0432" N, 77° 59' 53.5776" W

Stokoe Farms

There is a reason readers continually vote Stokoe Farms as their favorite area farm. Summer Events, their ever-popular Harvest Fest in the fall, and the magic of their Christmas Tree Season means there is something for the whole family! Hours vary, see StokoeFarms.com for a detailed calendar.
656 South Road
Scottsville , NY , 14546
Phone: (585) 889-0770
42° 59' 35.466" N, 77° 46' 20.7624" W

Hidden Valley Animal Adventure

Escape to the wild for an adventure you won't soon forget. Take an open-air safari bus tour or self-drive through our 63 acre park for an up close and personal experience to view and feed exotic animals such as camels, zebra, llama, emu, bison, and many more.
2887 Royce Rd.
Varysburg , NY , 14167
Phone: 585-535-4100.
42° 44' 33" N, 78° 17' 59.2764" W

Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventures

Experience thrilling adventures at Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventures! Located in the heart of Finger Lakes, our outdoor adventure park offers an array of exhilarating activities including ziplining, aerial challenges, and a dedicated Kids Adventure Park. Plan your visit today and create unforgettable memories.
5589 South Hill Road
Canandaigua , NY , 14424
Phone: 585-374-1180
42° 44' 36.6936" N, 77° 25' 12.6876" W

Aquarium of Niagara

With our community and our partners, we celebrate our natural wonders and inspire people to make a difference for aquatic life. We are a destination of choice where all are welcome and motivated to join as a driving force for aquatic life.
701 Whirlpool Street
Niagara Falls , NY , 14301
Phone: (716) 285-3575
43° 5' 39.516" N, 79° 3' 36.4968" W

Becker Farms and Vizcarra Vineyards

Becker Farms and Vizcarra Vineyards is a family owned 340 acre working fruit and vegetable farm. Pick your own apples, pumpkins, strawberries, cherries, blueberries, raspberries, & plums. Also has a Community Supported Agriculture Program (CSA)! Pumpkin Fiesta weekends in September and October.
3760 Quaker Road
Gasport , NY , 14067
Phone: 716-772-2211
43° 13' 23.3292" N, 78° 33' 48.9564" W

Location: 
Beaver Meadow Nature Center / Buffalo Audubon Society, Welch Road, North Java, NY, USA
See map: Google Maps

126th Christmas Bird Count at Beaver Meadow

Dates: 
12/20/2025
Time: 
8 am - 2 pm

Location:

1200 River Road
N. Tonawanda, NY, 14150
United States

Phone:

716-868-0424

1st Sunday Kite Fly at Gratwick Park

Dates: 
12/07/2025
01/04/2026
02/01/2026
Time: 
12 - 4 pm

Location:

1200 River Road
N. Tonawanda, NY, 14150
United States

Phone:

716-868-0424

3rd Sunday Kite Fly at Gratwick Park

Dates: 
12/21/2025
01/18/2026
02/15/2026
Time: 
12 - 4 pm

Location:

278 Main St.
Arcade, NY, 14009
United States

Phone:

585-492-3100

All Aboard Santa's Wonderland Express!

Dates: 
11/22/2025
11/23/2025
11/28/2025
Time: 
varies, see website

Location:

Elmwood Avenue and Bidwell Parkway
Buffalo, NY, 14222
United States

Bidwell Farmers Market

Dates: 
11/22/2025
11/29/2025
Time: 
8 am - 1 pm

Location: 
Strides of Grace Equestrian, LLC, 5940 Newhouse Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051, United States
See map: Google Maps

Fall Break Horse Camp

Dates: 
11/28/2025
Time: 
8:30am

Location: 
Falling Creek Camp, 816 Falling Creek Camp Rd, Zirconia, NC 28790, United States
See map: Google Maps

Father/Son Weekend 4 at Falling Creek Camp

Dates: 
08/21/2026
08/22/2026
08/23/2026
Time: 
5:00PM

Location: 
Brockport CountryMax
See map: Google Maps

Location: 
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218, United States
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Feed the Fish at the Botanical Gardens

Dates: 
01/03/2026
01/10/2026
01/17/2026
Time: 
9:30-10:00am

Location: 
Desert Foothills Land Trust, Sidewinder Road, Carefree, AZ, USA
See map: Google Maps

Organization:

Location:

1200 Fuhrmann Blvd. Tifft Nature Preserve Visitor Center
Buffalo, NY, 14203
United States

Phone:

716-825-6397

Hot Chocolate Hike at Tifft

Dates: 
12/13/2025
Time: 
6:30 - 8:00PM

Location:

2655 South Park Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526
United States

Phone:

716.827.1584

Location: 
Falling Creek Camp, 816 Falling Creek Camp Rd, Zirconia, NC 28790, United States
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June Camp Session at Falling Creek Camp

Dates: 
06/07/2026
06/08/2026
06/09/2026
Time: 
8:00AM

Location: 
Varies by City
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Jurassic Quest x Brick Fest Live

Dates: 
11/21/2025
11/22/2025
11/23/2025
Time: 
Typically Fri @ 12pm-8pm, Sat @8am-6pm, and Sun @ 9am-5pm, times vary for long weekends.

Location: 
Tifft Nature Preserve, Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Kid's Night Out at Tifft

Dates: 
11/21/2025
Time: 
5:30 - 8:30PM

Location: 
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218, United States
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Kids Day at the Botanical Gardens

Dates: 
01/19/2026
Time: 
10am - 4pm

Location: 
Falling Creek Camp, 816 Falling Creek Camp Rd, Zirconia, NC 28790, United States
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Main Camp Session at Falling Creek Camp

Dates: 
06/28/2026
06/29/2026
06/30/2026
Time: 
8:00AM

Location: 
East Aurora Classic Rink, 41 Riley Street, East Aurora, NY 14052, United States
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Open Skate at Aurora's Classic Rink

Dates: 
11/21/2025
11/22/2025
11/23/2025
Time: 
varies, see website

Location: 
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218, United States
See map: Google Maps

Orchid Exhibit

Dates: 
01/22/2026
01/23/2026
01/24/2026
Time: 
10am - 4pm

Location: 
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218, United States
See map: Google Maps

Poinsettia Exhibit at the Botanical Gardens

Dates: 
11/21/2025
11/22/2025
11/23/2025
Time: 
10am - 4pm

Location: 
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218, United States
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Poinsettias After Dark

Dates: 
11/28/2025
11/29/2025
12/06/2025
Time: 
5-9pm

Location: 
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14218, United States
See map: Google Maps

Santa at the Botanical Gardens

Dates: 
11/28/2025
11/29/2025
Time: 
November 28: 5-9pm November 29: 10am-2pm

Location: 
Chestnut Ridge Park, 6121 Chestnut Ridge Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127, United States
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Santa Land at Chestnut Ridge Park!

Dates: 
12/13/2025
Time: 
10 am - 4 pm

Location: 
Desert Foothills Land Trust, Sidewinder Rd, Carefree, AZ, USA
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Sonoran Speaker Series: Incredible Bats

Dates: 
01/13/2026
Time: 
6pm

Location: 
The Buffalo History Museum, Museum Court, Buffalo, NY 14216, United States
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Terrakwa Exhibit Tour

Dates: 
12/06/2025
Time: 
12pm-1pm