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    ExploreTV: Camping at Hither Hills State Park

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    ExploreTV: Camping at Hither Hills State Park

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    Clyde, a 6-month-old basset hound

    Dog-friendly parks and beaches

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    There's nothing better than enjoying the great outdoors with a few good friends, but what if your friends are among the four-legged set? Long Islanders enjoy several parks where dogs are free to socialize, romp and play to their heart's content. So go ahead, BYOD -- bring your own dog -- and check out a few great spots for you and your furry friends.

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    Scenes from Long Island's parks

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    Best parks for kids

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    Choo! Choo! On a sunny Thursday, Walter Poppe and Robert Steinberg were out with fellow railroad enthusiasts, rebuilding the train tracks at Southaven County Park in preparation for summer. The park offers train rides for kids -- and adults -- on a couple of Sundays each month during the summer.

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    ExploreTV: Summer Run Series

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    Host Anne Machalinski runs a 4k road race at Hempstead Lake State Park, part of the Long Island Summer Run Series. Videojournalists: Marc Serra, Anne Machalinski

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