Many of the favorite once-a-year experiences at the New York State Fair involve animals. Patting a cow, riding a pony, petting a sheep, feeding a duck or cradling baby chick in your hands--as this boy is doing--are wondrous moments for many kids. It's a great chance for families to put down the smart phone and participate in a real life moment.

Many of the favorite once-a-year experiences at the New York State Fair involve animals.
Patting a cow, riding a pony, petting a sheep, feeding a duck or cradling baby chick in your hands–as this boy is doing–are wondrous moments for many kids.
It’s a great chance for families to put down the smart phone and participate in a real life moment.