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Tuesday Hike (Hybrid)-Vosburg Hollow-Hojack Trail-Gosnell Big Woods
Tuesday Hikes are being cross-posted to the MeetUp Group "ADK Genesee Valley Chapter" With the weather forecast for a warm muggy day, we'll stick closer to Lake Ontario. Two-hour hybrid hike split between a 40-minute hike at a slower pace on the Hojack Trail then returning to the cars, followed by a second hike at a faster pace in Gosnell Big Woods for the rest of the 2-hours. Meet at 9:45am in the Vosburg Hollow Nature Preserve parking lot (43.24267, -77.49697; 595 Vosburg Rd, Webster, NY 14580) behind the brick pump building on Vosburg Rd for a 10:00am hike start. From 104, take Bay Rd north all the way to the T-intersection at Lake Rd. then turn right onto Lake Rd. Vosburg Rd is the first right (1000') where Lake Rd begins to curve left. Drive 0.7 miles east to where the road curves to the right and drops into the ravine. Slow down since it's a blind curve and the entrance is about 100' down the hill. Vosburg Hollow is on the right with a blue sign facing the road. Turn into the parking lot drive just…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jim Bishop. Leader Email: adk.gvc.trpldr@gmail.com. Mileage: 4. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital: 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14642
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Rochester General Hospital: 1425 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY, 14621.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
43.24267, -77.49697.
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Second Wednesday of the Month
September – June
6:30 social. Join us!
7:30 pm GVC Chapter business
7:35 pm Presentation
Free and Open to the Public.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: chair@adk-gvc.org.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
Women's Hike- Ellison Park and Lunch at Tree Town Cafe
We will hike down the Coyote Den trail and the trails on the Blossom road side then hike back up Coyote's Den for an approx. 4 mile, 2 hour hike. Please dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. After we conclude the hike around noon, folks are welcome to gather for lunch at the Tree Town Cafe, 745 Penfield Rd, Rochester, NY 14625 If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes; please consider joining our organization. (adk-gvc.org) Joining meet up is not the same as membership to the Adirondack Mountain club.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Social. Trip rating: C. Leader: Diane Fulkerson. Leader Email: diane.fulkerson@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-261-1526. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Highland Hospital Emergency Room, 1000 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14620.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Meet at the trailhead parking lot on Penfield Road.
1008 County Rd 269, Penfield
43.13626019833192, -77.51321870759487.
Bike Meander
Meeting near the Roundhouse Shelter in Genesee Valley Park, we'll sample a bit of the north branch of the Lehigh Valley Trail then head toward Court Street, then south through Highland Park to the Highland Crossing Trail, taking the canal path back to our cars. Only 14 miles but there will be multiple stops for road crossings (with pedestrian crossing signage/signals).
One very short stretch of sidewalk; otherwise paved or crushed stone surface.
Meet at 9:45 for a 10 a.m. start. Park near the entrance to the Roundhouse Shelter lot.
Bring water, wear a helmet, and plan to sign ADK's "release of liability.".
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Biking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Carol Thiel. Leader Email: ctwpcj@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-329-4628. Mileage: 14 round trip. Elevation Gain: 300 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, less than one mile away. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Park, near Roundhouse Shelter, 43.110309,-77.636559.
Paddle - Braddok Bay
This should be a lovely paddle paddle! If the bay is calm we'll paddle the bay towards the lake. If windy at all, we'll paddle amongst the cattails and little inlets. Of course, if very windy - we will cancel the paddle or change the location.
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Directions: Take 390 north to the Lake Ontario State Parkway. Go left onto the parkway. Follow the parkway toward Braddock Bay Park.....take the Exit onto East Manitou Rd /hwy 140. Turn Left onto Marina Blvd.
(You'll go past the state park)!!
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Be prepared to sign the ADK liability form, wear your PFD tight and correctly, and keep an eye on fellow paddlers. Bring: boat, PFD, boating supplies, sunscreen, water, snacks (optional)
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New to ADK? Come join us for a couple of outings, and if you like what you see, become a member to support responsible outdoor recreation and enjoy the benefits of membership!! Here's a link to apply for membership: members.adk.org (be fure to Join GVC!!
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Marcia Barrett. Leader Email: jembsmom@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-732-9254. Mileage: 5 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
Elmwood Ave.
Rochester, NY. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: J. Raffaldi 315-916-5662.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Marina at Braddock Bay
105 Manitou Rd.
Greece, NY.
Women's Hike - North Branch of the Lehigh Valley Trail
This will be an easy out-and-back flat hike on a mostly crushed stone surface (rare spots of thin mud). We'll pass through woods, by a wetland and through a more open area. Since it's very easy walking, we might want to walk more than 5 miles - up to the group. Park BEHIND Stevens-Connor Lodge (a former one room schoolhouse; white) at 2612 Pinnacle Rd, Rush 14543. Meet at 9:45 for a 10 a.m. start. Dress for the weather and bring water. Plan to sign a liability waiver in the parking lot.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Carol Thiel. Leader Email: ctwpcj@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-329-4628. Mileage: 5 round trip. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Behind Stevens-Connor Lodge, 2612 Pinnacle Rd, Rush 14543 43.003307,-77.623639.
Bike Keuka Outlet Trail
Join us for a 14-mile out-and-back ride along the former canal connecting Keuka Lake to Seneca Lake. The trail consists of all types of surfaces, mostly crushed stone, but some washed out rocky areas and some paved areas. It’s a gentle uphill on the way out and downhill on the way back (mostly). For maps and more info on the trail follow this link (www.keukaoutlettrail.org). We meet at the Dresden Trailhead, 98 Seneca Street, on the south side of road in Dresden (42.681182, -76.958650) at 9:45 AM and wheels start rolling at 10:00 AM. Please wear your helmet, dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. You must read and sign the “club’s release of liability form” which I will have at the parking lot. Contact Dave Nichols at dnnichols@gmail.com with any questions. New to ADK? Come join us for a couple of outings, and if you like what you see, become a member to support responsible outdoor recreation and enjoy all the benefits of membership! Here's the link to apply for membership: members.adk.org.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Finger Lakes Region. Activity Category: Biking. Cycling. Trip rating: C. Leader: David Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 14 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: < 100 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital
418 North Main Street
Penn Yan, NY 14527
Phone: (315)531-2500. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
42.681182, -76.958650.
Finger Lakes Trail Maintenance Day
Group work day for the 10 miles of the Finger Lakes Trail maintained by GVC. Carpooling from Lowes Marketplace/Henrietta is encouraged. Fall maintenance consists of cutting back summer weed and brush growth, trimming bushes and trees that have grown into the trail and cleaning drainage channels so they are clear for spring runoff. Typical work day ends early to midafternoon. Optional group stop for ice cream at Ice Cream Island on the way home.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Finger Lakes Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trail Work/Conservation. Trip rating: N/R. Leader: Bruce Thayer. Leader Email: brucethayer@rochester.rr.com. Leader Phone #: 5857438470.
Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Finger Lakes Trail north of Hornell
Carpool from Lowes Marketplace/Henrietta - 7:45am
Meet at Kanakadea Park - 9:00am.
Paddle - Black Creek/Churchville
This is a nice fall paddle!! The leaves should be turning. We'll paddle for an hour, then return to our launch site. Dress for the weather,bring hydration, boating gear and be prepared to sign the ADK liability form. Directions to Black Creek/Churchville Park, Take 490 to the Churchville Exit – exit 3, Go north on Main St. (Rt 36) to the first stop light in the center of Churchville, Turn left onto Rt. 33 (Buffalo Rd). Take Rt. 33 to park Road (I don't know the exact mileage but guess that it's about ½ mile). Bear left at the first opportunity – you can see the creek and boat launch from here. Park in the parking area. Here is a link to the churchville park. You can find into about the park and map: http://www.monroecounty.gov/parks-churchville.php.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peg Jacobs, Rick RIchmond. Leader Email: canoelite@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-730-9945. Mileage: 4-5. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
Elmwood Dr.
Rochester, NY. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 833 697 7264 or 911.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Black Creek Park in Churchville, NY.
For more info visit www.monroecounty.gov. CANCELLED - Paddle Sodus Bay
The launch onto Sodus Bay is a sandy beach, directly next to the US Coast Guard Station. Large free parking lot, modern rest rooms. The bay can have heavy boat traffic so we'll likely hug the shoreline, counter clock-wise, circumventing the majority of the bay as far south to Nicholas Point. Optional extension of a 3rd hour onto Lake Ontario if conditions permit. Might want to bring a lunch. PFD required, hydration and sun protection recommended. RSVP by email to be notified if canceled due to weather or high winds. Non-ADK members are restricted to 2 outings per season.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: B. Leader: Jay Swieringa. Leader Email: jbswieringa@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-455-1034. Mileage: 7 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Sodus Medical Campus (Rochester Regional Health)
6692 Middle Rd, Sodus, NY 14551
(315) 483-3205. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: (315) 343-1551.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Women's Hike-Southeast Mendon Ponds Park Hike
We will hike the southern section of Mendon Ponds park for an approx. 4 mile, 2 hour hike. Please dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot.
Meet at the Rugby Field Parking, 67 Pond Road, Mendon Ponds, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
43.01528906022675, -77.56654720409817
If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes; please consider joining our organization. (adk-gvc.org) Joining meet up is not the same as membership to the Adirondack Mountain Club.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Laurel Newman. Leader Email: laannew58@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-405-4575. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Mem Hospital Emergency Room, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Meet at the Rugby Field Parking, 67 Pond Road, Mendon Ponds, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
43.01528906022675, -77.56654720409817.
Bike Lehigh Valley Trail West
We’ll bike west starting from Rochester Junction along the Lehigh Valley Trail. We'll meet at 9:45 AM and wheels start rolling at 10:00AM. This is an out-and-back ride with turnaround at the Wadsworth Junction with the Greenway Trail. This is a flat, mostly gravel and dirt trail through woods, along the Honeoye Creek in Rush, past farms and neighborhoods, and over a trestle spanning the Genesee River. There are bathrooms and a bike maintenance station at Rochester Junction. We will ride approx. 15 miles with occasional stops. Please wear your helmet, dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. You must read and sign the “club’s release of liability form” which I will have at the parking lot. Contact Dave Nichols at dnnichols@gmail.com with any questions. New to ADK? Come join us for a couple of outings, and if you like what you see, become a member to support responsible outdoor recreation and enjoy all the benefits of membership! Here's the link to apply for membership: members.adk.org. We'll meet…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Biking. Cycling. Trip rating: C. Leader: David Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 15 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: < 100 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
(585) 275-4551. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
42.9852, -77.5980.
Women's Hike-Rob's Trail
We will hike hilly Rob's Trail down to Hemlock Lake for an approx. 4 mile, 2 hour hike. Please dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. Please meet at Rob's Trail Preserve - Hemlock Lake, 6038-6152 Bald Hill Rd, Springwater, NY 14560 42.723867985468445, -77.58973027137026, If you would like to carpool for the 40 min drive from Bushnell's Basin to Rob's Trail, please contact: jillbnichols@gmail.com and plan to meet there by 9 am. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes; please consider joining our organization. (adk-gvc.org) Joining meet up is not the same as membership to the Adirondack Mountain Club.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Esther Tanzman. Leader Email: tanzman.esther@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-315-9096. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Noyes Memorial Hospital, 111 Clara Barton St, Dansville, NY 14437.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Meet at Rob's Trail Preserve - Hemlock Lake, 6038-6152 Bald Hill Rd, Springwater, NY 14560
42.723867985468445, -77.58973027137026.
GVC Executive Committee Meeting
The Executive Committee of the Genesee Valley Chapter of ADK meets virtually via Zoom. All members of ADK are welcome. Contact Sarah Mastro for the login credentials: expochair@adk-gvc.org.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Women's Hike-Durand Eastman Park, Yellow Trail
We will hike for 2 hours, approx. 4-miles on the hilly trails of Durand Eastman park yellow trail. Meet at 9:45am for a 10:00am hike start. Meet at parking lot C on Lakeshore Blvd. at Durand Eastman park. This is near Horseshoe Road. We'll be in the woods, along the golf course, short pieces along Zoo road and Log Cabin road and hike out along Trott and Durand Eastman lakes. Please dress for the weather, bring water and a snack. Boots or trail shoes and poles may be useful on the trails.
If weather permits, bring a bag lunch and join me near Lake Ontario for a picnic lunch after the hike ends around noon.
43.23862623159387, -77.5662973691884Wear footwear with good traction, dress for the weather and bring water and maybe a snack.
Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot.
If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes; please consider joining our organization. (adk-gvc.org) Joining meet up is not the same as membership to the Adirondack Mountain…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill B Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Rochester General Hospital, 1425 Portland Ave Ground Level, Rochester, NY 14621.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Park in Parking Lot C on Lakeshore Road, Rochester, NY, nearest Horseshoe Road. There is also some parking at the end of Horseshoe Road.
Meeting- ADK-GVC Chapter
Join Us at our Chapter Meetings!
The public is welcome.
For more information on the specific meeting topic, please go to the following link:
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Second Wednesday of the Month
September – June
6:30 social. Join us!
7:30 pm GVC Chapter business
7:35 pm Presentation
Free and Open to the Public.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: chair@adk-gvc.org.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
Women's Hike-Lucien Morin Park
We will hike the hilly trails of Lucien Morin Park for 2 hours, approx. 4-miles. Meet at 9:45am for a 10:00am hike start, 1135 Empire Blvd, Rochester, NY 14609. 43.17524717882012, -77.52366728748119, Please dress for the weather, bring water and a snack. Boots or trail shoes and poles will be useful on the trails. Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes; please consider joining our organization. (adk-gvc.org) Joining meet up is not the same as membership to the Adirondack Mountain Club.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Donna Devitt. Leader Email: donnapdevitt@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-259-9258. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Rochester General Hospital, 1425 Portland Ave Ground Level, Rochester, NY 14621.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Meet at Lucien Morin Park, 1135 Empire Blvd, Rochester, NY 14609 43.17524717882012, -77.52366728748119.
GVC Executive Committee Meeting
The Executive Committee of the Genesee Valley Chapter of ADK meets virtually via Zoom. All members of ADK are welcome. Contact Sarah Mastro for the login credentials: expochair@adk-gvc.org.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Meeting- ADK-GVC Chapter
Join Us at our Chapter Meetings!
The public is welcome.
For more information on the specific meeting topic, please go to the following link:
https://adk-gvc.org/our-chapter/monthly-program2-2/
Second Wednesday of the Month
September – June
6:30 social. Join us!
7:30 pm GVC Chapter business
7:35 pm Presentation
Free and Open to the Public.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings. Leader Email: chair@adk-gvc.org.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
Women's Hike-Durand Eastman Park, lakes trails
We'll enjoy some fall hiking around the lakes of Durand Eastman Park. There will be some small hills and possibly a little mud. We'll aim to hike about 4 miles or 2 hours. Wear footwear with good traction, dress for the weather and bring water and maybe a snack. Park in parking Lot D. GPS 43.23646,-77.55738, Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot. If you are not an ADK member, you are welcome to join us. If you enjoy the day, or after 2 hikes; please consider joining our organization. (adk-gvc.org) Joining meet up is not the same as membership to the Adirondack Mountain Club.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill B Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Rochester General Hospital, 1425 Portland Ave Ground Level, Rochester, NY 14621.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Park in the easternmost lot on Lakeshore Blvd (i.e. if you are coming from 590, it'll be the first lot on the right in view of the lake). GPS 43.23646,-77.55738
This is Parking lot D.
GVC Executive Committee Meeting
The Executive Committee of the Genesee Valley Chapter of ADK meets virtually via Zoom. All members of ADK are welcome. Contact Sarah Mastro for the login credentials: expochair@adk-gvc.org.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Event Type: Meetings.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.