Little daredevils don't have to go far to experience extreme sports. We've rounded up 11 destinations for extreme sports in Westchester and the Hudson Valley where families can experience a thrilling adventure ranging from skydiving to ropes courses, go-kart racing, ax-throwing, and more.

Read on for our top picks for extreme sports destinations for kids nearby, and find more fun things to do in our Guide to Sports Centers, Gyms, and Fun Zones.

Bounce house rentals and other companies that come to you are sure to elevate your Westchester or Hudson Valley birthday bash. Whether you're planning a birthday party involving 15 guests who are all toddlers, a smaller celebration for your pre-teen, or hosting an end-of-summer get-together, these companies will make the big day one to remember.

Options range from blow-up bounce houses and slides to video game trucks and baking competitions, so read on for all the creative options available. 

For additional at-home entertainers in the Westchester area, check out our post here, and find more bday inspo in our Kids' Birthday Party Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley.

Following a months-long renovation, the spectacular Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum has reopened to the public, bringing with it renovated galleries, expanded exhibits, an increased focus on STEM learning, and tons of overall improvements to this children's museum in Poughkeepsie. The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum is the only hands-on learning center of its kind in the Hudson Valley, and the museum houses educational exhibits geared toward children up to 12 years old.

Read on for our review of the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum, and find more fun things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley on this list of the top attractions in the region.