For Immediate Release
February 17, 2011
New Family Day Weekend Exhibit: ‘Great Reptiles of the World’ at the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory
Niagara Falls, Ontario – The Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory is pleased to announce a new exhibit, ‘Great Reptiles of the World’ for Ontario’s Family Day (or U.S., President’s Day) long weekend, February 19 – 21. Visitors will enjoy interactive displays and daily educational presentations featuring some of the most fascinating reptiles alive today, including a 100 pound alligator, a 200 pound python, an 80 pound tortoise, a giant monitor lizard and a giant snapping turtle.
45 minute presentations will take place four times daily at 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. and 2 & 4 p.m. followed by an opportunity to meet the keepers and reptiles from Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo from Ottawa, Ontario.
Entrance to the exhibit is included with admission to the Butterfly Conservatory: $12.25 for Adults (ages 13+), $7.95 for Children (6 – 12 years), and Children five and under are admitted FREE (prices in Cdn. plus tax). Free parking is available on-site. The Butterfly Conservatory will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the last visitors admitted at 5:30 p.m. Please call (905) 356-8119 for details.
After undertaking a brief restoration of the protective netting within the Conservatory, the Butterfly Conservatory will re- open on February 19. This fully accessible facility is located at 2405 Niagara Parkway on the grounds of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens and School of Horticulture.
The Butterfly Conservatory is owned and operated by The Niagara Parks Commission, an agency of the Government of Ontario that has preserved and maintained the parklands and attractions surrounding the Falls without tax dollars since 1885. Remember that your purchases at Niagara Parks help great things happen. Every dollar you spend with us helps preserve the nature and heritage of the Falls and the Niagara Parkway.
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For more event information visit www.niagaraparks.com or contact:
Tony Baldinelli, Communications Manager
tbaldinelli@niagaraparks.com
(905) 371-0837
Ideas for Family Day Weekend in Niagara Falls
Family Day: February 21, 2011
Family Day will be held on the third Monday in February every year.
Generally speaking, most employees will get a day off with pay enabling them to spend time with their family and loved ones. It will also give employees a day off between New Year’s Day and Easter, which is a long period of time in which people need a rest.
To get started with your rest and relaxation why not choose the Niagara Falls destination, which offers one of the best places to celebrate Family Day! There are many different fun activities for everyone to enjoy including: site seeing, amusements, attractions, museums, entertainment, ice skating on outdoor ice rinks, arcades, bowling and more.
Below are several ideas to get you started on a Family Day Weekend getaway in Niagara Falls, Canada:
Family Fun on Clifton Hill
Is your family ready for a fun and exciting day on Clifton Hill?, Not only are you minutes away from the awe-inspiring American and Horseshoe Falls, you’ll be in the heart of entertainment land.
Start by taking a ride on one of the largest Ferris wheels in Canada, the Niagara SkyWheel, where you will enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Falls. Next, fill your mind with some fascinating history and some unbelievable stories and artefacts at Ripley’s believe it or not or visit your favourite Hollywood stars at Movieland Wax Museum of Stars. After the tour why not make a wax replica of your own hand and take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir?
And if that’s not enough, take in a motion-simulated show at the FX Theatre, play a game of bowling or billiards at the Strike Rock N Bowl, enjoy a round of mini golf at the Galaxy Golf – Glow in the Dark Mini Golf, or visit the incredible Great Canadian Midway to play some super cool interactive games and simulators.
As you can see, there’s plenty to enjoy on Clifton Hill. Nothing unites a family more than a family vacation. With all the time pressures of work, extra-curricular activities, homework and friends, it’s important to maintain a sense of togetherness with the ones we love.
At Clifton Hill you’ll enjoy a fun family experience like no other!
Clifton Hill FUN PASS offer
You can enjoy six of Clifton Hill’s best attractions for up to $30 in savings off regular price admissions!
The Clifton Hill “FUN PASS” includes: The Niagara SkyWheel (Canada’s Largest Observation Wheel), Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Museum, Galaxy Golf Indoor Miniature Golf, Movieland Wax Museum of Stars, Ghostblasters Dark Ride, FX Ride Theatre, Plus Great Canadian Midway Tokens.
Purchase a FUN PASS Securely Online! For your convenience, tickets to your favourite attractions can be purchased online. Simply click here to be transferred to our secure ordering page and select the attractions and number of tickets you require. All major credit cards are accepted. It’s fast. It’s easy and it’s secure.
Click here for details, prices and ordering for the Clifton Hill Fun Pass Offer
More Niagara Falls Family Day Activities:
Great Reptiles of the World” at the Butterfly Conservatory
New Reptile Exhibit at the Butterfly Conservatory: February 19 – 21, 2011 (Family Day Weekend)
Visitors will enjoy interactive displays and daily educational presentations featuring some of the most fascinating reptiles alive today, including a 100 pound alligator, a 200 pound python, an 80 pound tortoise, a giant monitor lizard and a giant snapping turtle. Entrance to the exhibit is included with admission to the Butterfly Conservatory.
TD Rink at the Brink:
Free Skating on Family Day, February 21, 2011. 10 am-12 pm Sponsored by FACS
The TD RINK at the Brink is an open-air, outdoor ice skating facility situated a snow ball’s throw from the “brink” of the Horseshoe Falls, offering breathtaking views and a magical outdoor Niagara Falls ice skating experience.
Greg Frewin Theatre:
Family Day weekend is coming up! If you’re looking to head out with your family this weekend Greg has 5 scheduled performances of “Beyond Belief” Magic. This includes matinees at 3pm on both Saturday and Sunday
A little bit of mystery is waiting to be found in Niagara Falls. Discover it for yourself at the Greg Frewin Theater where you will be amazed by The International Grand Champion of Magic.
The Bird Kingdom:
Family Day Special! Any 4 Admissions for $30.00 – Click Here for Coupon
A world class tropical adventure, located in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is the largest free-flying indoor aviary in the world. More than 300 birds make their home in this multi-level rainforest setting nestled in a building which has housed some of the area’s top attractions of the past.
Niagara Falls Family Day Events, Attractions and entertainment, big and small, all play a role in the lives of Canadians. Whether visiting Niagara Falls to explore places of great natural beauty, or historical significance or meeting with friends at popular Niagara Hot Spots to enjoy amusements, attractions and entertainment, which are all healthy, recreational and cultural activities.
Family Day Weekend Package
Click here for details on the Niagara Falls Family Weekend Package
Historic Photos of Dry Niagara Falls
Flickr Album of Dry Niagara Falls by wbryan:
Video posted on
CNN On December 20, 2010
Dewatering American Falls- 1969 Source: Niagara Frontier
The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – Buffalo District was tasked with the dewatering of the American Falls project in 1969.
The Albert Elia Construction Company of Niagara Falls, New York was awarded a $445,412 contract to build and remove a 600 foot (183m) cofferdam from the mainland to the head of Goat Island in order to divert the water from the American channel. In addition, they were required to clean the surface of the river bed, scale loose rock from the face of the Falls, and install a water spray system. (more…)
