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Local Area Resources (Click on the group below to find specific area resources)
Family Enrichment Programs
Rochester Museum & Science Center
657 East Ave., Rochester, 14607 ~ 271-4320
Cumming Nature Center ~ 374-6160
www.rmsc.org
Hands-on experiences explore our region's science, technology, and natural environment; theater, summer camps, adult & youth classes and school break fun; Strasenburgh Planetarium stars shows and giant-screen films; Cumming Nature Center (Naples, NY) trails for hiking, Nordic skiing and snow shoeing.
Seneca Park Zoo
2222 Saint Paul St., Rochester, 14621
336-7200 ~ www.senecaparkzoo.org
Programs develop motivation and skills to act as stewards of the environment and become aware of conservation issues through explorations of animal behaviors, biological systems, species diversity and inter-connectedness. Trained staff handle animals around children and programs reflect NYS Learning Standards and grade-level curriculum.
WOWEE World of Wildlife Educational Encounters
957-5645 ~george@woweewildlife.org - www.woweewildlife.org
WOWEE is dedicated to creating a greater awareness of and connection to our natural world through live, exotic animal educational encounters and programs.
YMCA of Greater Rochester
Various locations
546-5500 ~ www.rochesterymca.org
The YMCA makes learning fun with enthusiastic, caring staff and activities designed to develop character as well as knowledge and skills. Check out the Y for outdoor education and leadership development programs. Kids of all ages can discover new skills and interests and learn more about themselves. Programs vary at each facility; call the branch nearest you for more information. Financial assistance is available for all YMCA programs.
