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Abrams' Animal Farm Abrams' Animal Farm LIVE GOODIE: Camels and black swans live here year round.

A collection of exotic and domestic animals is maintained by Justin Abrams, owner of the 1661 Inn and Hotel Manisses.

Beach Hikes Beach Hikes LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Some of the island's best hikes are along its beaches.

Berry Picking Berry Picking LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Along the Greenway trails, in Rodman's Hollow, and alongside most nature trails, you will find blackberries, depending on the season. See if the kids can pick a pint!

BI Recreation Summer Camps BI Recreation Summer Camps LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

BI Recreation Summer Camps.

Block Island Bike and Car Rental Block Island Bike and Car Rental LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Located in the 'Hogpen' area of New Harbor, close to the marinas, this company offers rental vehicles all year-round.

Block Island Fishworks Block Island Fishworks LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

This waterside shop in New Harbor offers a full service bait and tackle shop as well as the finest fleet of local charter boats and guide services.

Block Island Parasail & Water Sports Block Island Parasail & Water Sports LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Block Island Parasail & Water Sports has since 1989 offered a variety of fun-filled entertainment for the entire family.

Block Island Sportfishing Charters Block Island Sportfishing Charters LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Fish for striped bass, bluefish, sharks, and tuna on safe, fast, diesel powered Ridgeway express.

Boat Basin Car & Bike Rental Boat Basin Car & Bike Rental LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Call to reserve or stop by the shop, in beautiful New Harbor next to the Oar restaurant.

Clay Head Hill Trail and The Maze Clay Head Hill Trail and The Maze LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Some of the island's best views are along Clay Head Trail. Easy hiking. No facilities.

Club Soda Club Soda LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Pub food with all the fixin's: burgers, chicken sandwiches, Philly Cheesesteaks, fried chicken, hot wings and BBQ ribs. Kid-friendly. Games, TVs, pool, fooseball, and a lot more

Elizabeth Dickens Trail Elizabeth Dickens Trail LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

The trail traverses open fields that run to the edge of the bluffs.

Fresh Pond Greenway Fresh Pond Greenway LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

This area is called 'Smilin' Thru' and reportedly inspired the 1920s song composed by Arthur Penn, who stayed on the island.

Fresh Swamp Trail Fresh Swamp Trail LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

A combination of trees and open fields makes this trail a good place to observe such raptors as the northern harrier.

Hodge Family Preserve Hodge Family Preserve LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

This picturesque 25-acre field sloping to Middle Pond and West Beach is on the way to the North end of the island.

Ian Kortbek Skatepark Ian Kortbek Skatepark LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Bring skateboards or rollerblades (helmets required), or just hit the playground. Tennis courts, basketball court.

Island Bike & Moped Island Bike & Moped LIVE GOODIE: Renting bikes and mopeds beginning in April. Book online: www.blockislandreservations.com

Tucked behind the Harborside Inn is an excellent selection of rental bicycles and new 2009 model mopeds, mountain bikes, beach cruisers, tandems and tag-alongs.

Linesider Fishing Charters Linesider Fishing Charters LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Enjoy the best fishing New England has to offer, on the 36-foot Stanley Lobster yacht, 'Rooster.'

The Maze The Maze LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Kids are a-mazed by this tangle of interconnected, oceanside trails.

Mosquito Beach Mosquito Beach LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Clomp around in the mud! Explore.

Pale Horse Charters Pale Horse Charters LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Fishing adventures for the entire family.

Persuader Persuader LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Capt. Denny Dillon offers memorable family fishing trips.

Pond & Beyond Guided Kayak Tours Pond & Beyond Guided Kayak Tours LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Pond & Beyond paddling tours allow you to view wildlife and the scenic shoreline of the fascinating Great Salt Pond.

Rodman's Hollow Rodman's Hollow LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

This dramatic hollow drops below sea level and features panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean as well as access to the beach.

Rustic Rides Farm. Rustic Rides Farm. LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Many consider a sunset ride on the west side of the island to be the most memorable experience of a Block Island stay.

Sports mini-camps. Sports mini-camps. LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Sports mini-camps for basketball, baseball, lacrosse and soccer, varied age groups. Mid-June to mid-August. Call for details.

Twin Maples Bait and Tackle Twin Maples Bait and Tackle LIVE GOODIE: No current goodies

Home of the famous 'Eat Fish' T-shirts, Twin Maples has been family owned and operated for three generations.