Fun with Kids

Start by spending some quality time with turtles, herons and the occasional mink as you stroll around Talking Water Gardens. The area has 2 miles of paths that traverse the 50-acre site. Take it slow and easy to get a glimpse of the critters, and bring binoculars for a better view.

After the gardens, find your way to Albany’s historic downtown, and ride a fierce dragon or a galloping steed. See carved creations brought to life by volunteer carvers at the Historic Albany Carousel & Museum. Dozens of fantastic creatures are created by carvers, painters and other volunteers for the enjoyment of kids of all ages.

Get up close and personal with a giant duck as you leisurely cruise around Waverly Lake in paddle boats (through the last weekend of September) during the summer months, or the rest of the year bring your fishing pole and try your luck at some large rainbow trout that were planted in the spring. Take a leisurely walk around the lake and see if you can identify the many species of ducks and geese. You are welcome to feed the ducks, but please, no bread! The Waverly Duck, a colorful, oversized Wood Duck decoy, has greeted visitors to Albany for several years.

Tap into your inner PGA golfer and hit the mini-links or roll a strike or two while at Lake Shore Lanes. Both activities are offered seven days a week, and Cosmic Bowling on Friday and Saturday nights.