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Women's Earth Day Clean Up on the Erie Canal From Wayneport Rd. towards Macedon
Our original location is being cleaned the week before us so our new location to pick up is from Wayneport Road towards Macedon. We will meet in the Wayneport Rd parking lot for the Erie Canal. ( 43.07609, -77.36101) We will spend an hour or so picking up trash along the Erie Canal and hike for at least an hour. If participants have flexibility, the event could go a little past noon. Please bring a trash bag or two and protective gloves for picking up trash. Dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. I will have some hand sanitizer. Shoes with good traction may be helpful, no poles needed. This will be a flat area that we are cleaning up. After an hour or so we will park our trash bags and hike for an hour to get some exercise. Upon return we will pick up our trash and take it home with us to deposit in our own trash pick up. Let's do our part for Earth Day and keep our canal beautiful! Thanks!
Plan to sign the liability waiver before we start..
New to ADK? Come join us for a couple of…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trail Work/Conservation. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 3-4 miles? Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
(585) 275-2100.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please park on Wayneport Road at the Erie Canal parking lot. 43.07609, -77.36101 at 9:45 AM for a 10:00Am start.
Women's Hike- Cobbs Hill and Washington Grove
Gail Weiser will lead us as we hike the hilly trails at Cobbs Hill and Washington Grove for 2 hours, approx. 4 miles. Dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. Poles and shoes with good traction may be helpful.
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Park at Lake Riley parking lot at 9:45 for a 10 am start, hiking poles recommended for steep areas.
43.14135471223949, -77.57434269035535,
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Plan to sign the liability waiver at the parking lot.
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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 all the benefits of membership! Here's the link to apply for membership: members.adk.org…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Gail Weiser. Leader Email: gsweiser@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
(585) 275-2100.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Park at Lake Riley parking lot off of Culver Road at Cobbs Hill.
43.14135471223949, -77.57434269035535.
Bike the Erie Canal from Lock 32 to Buffalo Road & return
Bike the Erie Canal towpath through suburban, urban park and industrial sections of Monroe County. We meet at the Lock 32 parking lot at 2759 Clover Street, Pittsford (opposite Framingham Lane) at 9:45 AM. At 10:00, we will ride west on the Erie Canal Trail, through Genesee Valley Park to Buffalo Road in Gates, then return to Lock 32. The roughly 16-mile round trip is mostly flat, with gravel or paved surfaces. Please wear your helmet, dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. You must read and sign the ADK’s “Release of Liability” form which I will have at the parking lot. Expect about a two and a half hour ride with stops. 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: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Biking. Cycling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dave Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 16 miles round-trip. Elevation Gain: < 100 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave.
Rochester, NY 14642
585-275-2100. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, May 1, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM.
43.092998, -77.547919.
Sunday Hike - Letchworth State Park
Join us for a 10-11 mile or so one-way hike along the Letchworth Branch Trail of the Finger Lakes Trail system, ending at the Park's Visitor Center. We'll leave a car there, then drive south to another parking area to start our hike. The trail is a rough dirt path with lots of small up and downs, for a B rating. Meet at 8:45 a.m. at Frontier Commons near the intersection of 390 and Jefferson Road and leave for Letchworth via carpool at 9:00. We won't be back until late afternoon, so if you are pressed for time, this isn't a good match. Bring a lunch for the trail. Also, bring cash for the carpool drivers. The carpool cost will be $24/car divided by the number of riders. (e.g. 2 cars/8 riders=48/8=$6.) Call the leader with questions. Please sign up for his hike with the leader via email or phone, even if you are not carpooling but meeting us at the Visitor Center.
Additional Information: The Sunday Hikes are offered as a benefit to current and potential new members of ADK. All our hikes have a steady pace,…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: B. Leader: John Andersson. Leader Email: jmahiker101@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 6072296100. Mileage: 10. Elevation Gain: ~600. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: call 911.
Sunday, May 3, 2026, 8:45 AM – 4:45 PM.
Contact the hike leader to sign up for this hike. Meet at 8:45 a.m. at Frontier Commons near the intersection of 390 and Jefferson Road to leave for Letchworth via carpool at 9:00. Bring cash to share costs with the drivers. Location 43.0851, -77.6024.
Paddle - West River
We will carry our boats a short distance down the old railroad bed and launch there. Jim assures us he will be there to help with the launch site. We will paddle out toward the old rookery, hoping to find heron (or eagle). A few boats at a time should approach the area in silence as we are paddling into the birds' space and we do not want to scare.
If after we return to our put in, we have not yet paddled 2 hours, we will paddle under the bridge (if possible ) and continue into that portion of the West River. This is a nice paddle to start the season with! Of course we will help each other with the carry.
Be prepared to sign the ADK liability release form, wear you PFD tight and correctly, and keep an eye on fellow paddlers.
New to ADK? Come join us for this paddle and if you like what we do, consider becoming a member of ADK: to support responsible outdoor recreation and enjoy all the benefits of membership. Here's the link to apply for membership: members.adk.org. (be sure to join GVC).
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peg Jacobs. Leader Email: canoelite@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585 730 9945. Mileage: 4 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: none. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Canandaigua U of R hospital.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Sunnyside Rd. Rt. 245 Naples.
Bike the Auburn Trail to Mertensia Park & return
Ride with us on the Auburn rail-trail from Main Street Fishers, Victor to Mertensia Park in Farmington with hopes of enjoying the blooming bluebells. We meet at 9:45 at the Auburn Trail parking area on Railroad St just off Main Street Fishers, Victor, NY. We will bike southeast on the Auburn Trail, a relatively packed gravel trail with occasional loose gravel. There is also a short section on suburban streets. Upon reaching Mertensia Park, we will walk a few hundred yards to the bluebell area. Round trip biking distance is 13 miles. Plan for a two and a half hour outing. Wheels start rolling at 10:00 AM. Please wear your helmet, dress for the weather and bring water and snacks. 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 mem…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Biking. Cycling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Dave Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 13 miles round-trip. Elevation Gain: < 100 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Farmington Urgent Care
1160 Corporate Drive
Farmington, NY 14425
585-924-1510. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:30 PM.
43.008818, -77.467367.
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, May 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Women's hike- Bluebell hike at Mertensia Park and Auburn Trail
We will explore Mertensia Park to see the bluebells in bloom before hiking on the Auburn Trail for 2 hours, approx. 4 miles. This will be a mostly flat hike. Dress for the weather and bring water and a snack. Bring a bag lunch for a picnic after our hike, weather, permitting.
Plan to sign the liability waiver before we start..
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: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: UR Medicine – F.F. Thompson Hospital
350 Parrish St, Canandaigua, NY 14424
Phone: (585) 396-6000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Mertensia Park- 1390-1394 Mertensia Rd, Farmington, NY 14425.
Paddle - Honeoye Lake Inlet
The DEC boat launch is at the southern end of East Lake Rd in the village of Honeoye. There is a sign for the launch! (6150 East Lake Rd.)
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We will launch from the boat launch and cross the south end of the lake then turn into the inlet. The inlet begins with a swampy area, and sometimes a small beaver dam, then into a clear channel. There are usually lots of birds, turtles and spring plants in this area. We'll paddle for an hour, stop for a snack, then paddle back to our starting point. There are bathrooms at the DEC put in. If you are over 60 and have a drivers license- you can park for free. Insert your license in the kiosk at the entrance.
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Be prepared to sign the ADK liability release form, wear you PFD correctly and keep an eye on fellow paddlers!
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New to ADK? Come join us for a couple paddles and if you like us, become a member to support responsible outdoor recreation, and enjoy the benefits of membership. Here's the like link to apply for membership: members.adk.org (be sure…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jim Culver. Leader Email: jc911sc@yahoo.com. Leader Phone #: 315-719-2980. Mileage: 5 round trip. Elevation Gain: none. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: U of R hospital in Canandaigua. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: then in.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
South end of Honeoye Lake
DEC fishing access - East Lake Rd.
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, May 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
Women's Hike- Durand Eastman Arboretum
We will plan to hike the Durand Park Arboretum starting at Sweet Fern Road and Culver road through the woods into the park looking for spring blossoms and identifying some of the trees. we will hike for 2 hours and approx. 4 miles. We will follow the Lake Ontario State parkway trail and boardwalk trail back up to the start of the hike. Dress for the weather and bring water and a snack.
Plan to sign the liability waiver before we start.
43.22775362800795, -77.5470408801076,
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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 all the benefits of membership! Here's the link to apply for membership: members.adk.org…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
(585) 275-2100.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Durand Eastman Arboretum- Meet on Sweet Fern Road near Culver Rd.
43.22775362800795, -77.5470408801076.
Bike from Ontario Beach to Seneca Park & return
Join us for an easy-going 14 mile bike from Ontario Beach to the Seneca Park Zoo and return. We will ride south on the Genesee River Trail, along the boardwalk at Turning Point Park, across the Genesee River over the pedestrian bridge, past the Zoo on the loop around Trout Pond, and then return. There is some elevation at the Turning Point, pedestrian bridge, and Zoo portions. Plan for about a two and a half hour outing. If interested, we may go to Abbotts for frozen custard after the ride. We will meet at 9:45 at the Ontario Beach Park parking lot (43.257359, -77.607379) near the public restrooms. Wheels start rolling at 10:00 AM. Please wear your helmet, dress for the weather and bring water and snacks. 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 en…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Biking. Cycling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Dave Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 14 miles round-trip. Elevation Gain: 600 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Rochester General Hospital
1425 Portland Ave.
Rochester, NY 14621
585-922-4000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:30 PM.
43.257359, -77.607379.
Paddle - Howland Island
Join us for a full day paddle (10.5 miles) around Howland Island. The island is a state wildlife refuge adjacent to Montezuma Wildlife Refuge. Sightings of eagles and other birds are relatively frequent. The paddle is also fairly well screened from winds, and has only occasional cottages/camps. This is NOT a beginner paddle
, as the distance requires faster pace than the usual Monday Chapter paddles...around 3 miles per hour (Monday paddles average 2 miles per hour). Plan on arriving back in Rochester in the late afternoon!!!
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We will gather at the DEC fishing access site on Route 5&20 acr0ss the street from the entrance to the Montezuma Refuge center visitors center. We will meet at 9am there and drive as a group to the put --in on the canal where it crosses Conquest Rd. It is important to be on time as this paddle will take most of the day. Lunch is at a bridge roughly half way through the paddle. Toilet needs are met in the woods! Bring what you need (binoculars would be helpful for bird…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Jim Bird. Leader Email: birdjamesa@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-481 -6182. Mileage: 10.5. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Auburn Community Hospital
17 Lansing St. Auburn
315-255-7011. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 833 697 7264.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Meeting at the rt 5&20 fishing access across from the Montezuma Visitors Center and drive to our put in on Conquest Rd.
Women's Hike and Lunch- Ontario Pathways Rail Trail and Melt on Main, Phelps, NY
Gail Weiser will lead us on the Ontario Pathways Rail Trail in Phelps, NY. It is an out and back hike on a rail trail, so no significant elevation gain. Full disclosure the lunch and/or ice cream option at Melt Ice Cream on Main is what brings us to this area. Menu available on their website- choices for vegans and carnivores available. Lunch will be after the hike is finished at 114 Main St, Phelps, NY 14532 ( 2miles from the trailhead).
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Meet at Ontario Pathways Phelps Trailhead on Rt 96 East of the intersection with 488 South and a Byrne Dairy store with a gas station (closest restrooms).
42.98086999001945, -77.06442304383093.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Social. Trip rating: C. Leader: Gail Weiser. Leader Email: gsweiser@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: RHH Clifton Springs Hospital
2 Coulter Rd, Clifton Springs, NY 14432
Phone: (315) 462-9561.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Meet at Ontario Pathways Phelps Trailhead on Rt 96 East of the intersection with 488 South and a Byrne Dairy store with a gas station (closest restrooms).
42.98086999001945, -77.06442304383093.
Bike the Lehigh Valley Trail East
Enjoy cycling a Rochester rail-to-trail through woods, past farms and neighborhoods, and over a trestle. We'll meet at 9:45 AM to ride the Lehigh Valley Trail east from Rochester Junction, Mendon to the Lehigh Crossing Park in Victor, then return. We will ride this flat, mostly gravel and dirt trail starting at 10:00 AM. The round trip is approx. 17 miles and we will make 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.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Biking. Cycling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Dave Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 17 miles round-trip. Elevation Gain: < 200 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Monroe Community Hospital
435 E. Henrietta Rd.
Rochester, NY 14620
585-760-6500. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:30 PM.
42.9852, -77.5980.
Women's Hike-West Esker, Mendon Ponds
We will hike for 2 hours, approximately 4 miles along the West Esker, Fern Valley and Grassland Trails at Mendon Ponds. Hills and Meadow trails will be included.
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Please dress for the weather and wear shoes with good traction. Poles may be helpful along the trail. Bring water and a snack. Plan to sign the liability waiver in the parking lot.
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: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C. Leader: Jill Nichols. Leader Email: jillbnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5857388386. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
(585) 275-2100.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Park near the Pond View shelter at Hopkins Point, Mendon Ponds.
Bike the Erie Canal from Fairport to Pittsford and return
Bike the Erie Canal! Join us for an easy-going 14 mile bike from Fairport to Pittsford and back with a short break for ice cream at Pittsford Dairy at the turn-around. Plan for about a two and three-quarters hour outing. We will meet at 9:45 AM in the parking lot behind Riki’s Diner near Liftbridge Lane West (43.10307118926349, -77.44293748387372). Wheels start rolling at 10:00 AM. Please wear your helmet and dress for the weather. All participants must sign the club's "release of liability form" which will be 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: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Biking. Cycling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Dave Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 14 miles round-trip. Elevation Gain: < 100 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
601 Elmwood Ave.
Rochester, NY 14642
585-275-2100. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:45 PM.
43.10307118926349, -77.44293748387372.
Canandaigua Lake Paddle
This is always a nice paddle!!! We'll meet at the DEC parking lot at the south end of Canandaigua Lake (Rt. 21)....if you get to Naples you're way too far!!! We'll launch our boats and paddle along the end of the lake turning right into the West River....sometimes there is an eagle greeting us at this turn!! We'll paddle through this swampy area for an hour then turn back to our launch site.
Please arrive by 9:45, and bring a snack and water. Be prepared to sign the ADK liability release form, wear your PFD tight and correctly, and keep an eye on fellow paddlers.
New to ADK? Come join us for this paddle and if you like what we do, consider becoming a member of ADK: to support responsible outdoor recreation and enjoy all the benefits of membership. Here's the link to apply for membership: members.adk.org. (be sure to join GVC)
Those who would like - we'll lunch at "brats and brew" just up the hill from the lake and on your way home if coming from Rochester area.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Laurel Baker. Leader Email: l.baker@frontiernet.net. Leader Phone #: 585 730 9945. Mileage: N/a. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Thompson Hospital
35 Parrish St.
Canandaigua, NY. 14424.
Monday, June 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
DEC parking lot - Woodville, Rt. 21 south end of Canandaigua Lake.
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, June 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
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. Summer maintenance usually consists of cutting back brush, chopping weeds and mowing. Any summer storm damage is attended to. Typical work day ends early to midafternoon. Optional group stop for ice cream at The Pit Stop before heading 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, June 6, 2026.
Finger Lakes Trail north of Hornell
Carpool from Lowes Marketplace/Henrietta - 7:45am
Meet at Kanakadea Park - 9:00am.
Chemung River Paddle
This was a new paddle last year that we really enjoyed. It will be a guided paddle again on the beautiful Chemung River. We will be paddling for about 2 hours, stopping for lunch and then continuing to our take out.
Where: Meet at Bottcher's Landing off the South Corning Road, or Route 10, in Big Flats. The nearly 7 mile trip will end at the Grove Street Boat Launch at the dead end of Grove Street in downtown Elmira. The road goes over the grass flood levee. Both launches have ample room for parking.
Procedure: Unload our boats and equipment at Bottcher's. Drive several vehicles to Grove Street, drop them off, and return to Bottcher's. We hope to be on the water by 10:30 a.m. At the end of the trip, we will drive paddlers, who left their vehicles at Bottcher's, back to Bottcher's to get their vehicles.
Guides: Jim Pfiffer, certified river guide with over 50 years of experience, co-founder, and first executive director of Chemung River Friends. An assistant guide, TBD, will paddle sweep.…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Wendy Stevenson. Leader Email: wsteven@frontiernet.net. Leader Phone #: 585-669-9953. Mileage: N/a. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: St. Joseph’s Hospital
555 St. Joseph’s Blvd.
Elmira, NY.
Monday, June 8, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Chemung River
Botchers Landing.
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, June 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
27th Annual ADK Outdoor Expo
Celebrate the great outdoors with ADK-GVC!
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On June 13th, 2026, we will host our 27th Annual ADK Outdoor Expo. Free and open to the public, this event offers tons of activities and educational opportunities for the whole family.
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*Participate in workshops for hiking, canoeing, kayaking, backpacking, camping, cycling, and other outdoor-related skills,
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*Meet representatives from local outdoor clubs and organizations,
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*Check out the latest gear from local vendors,
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*Try out kayaks and canoes at the waterfront,
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*Go on one of the guided hikes on the beautiful trails at Mendon Ponds Park,
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*Enjoy live music, food and drink (for purchase), and camaraderie with other outdoor enthusiasts!
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For the full list of activities, please visit our website.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Backpacking. Biking. Conservation. Cycling. Expo. Hiking. Outing. Paddling. Photography. Presentation. Workshop. Social. Walk. Other. Trip rating: N/R. Leader: Sarah Mastro. Leader Email: sarahspadaccini@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 3153233530.
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Mendon Ponds Park, Beach Area
95 Douglas Road
Honeoye Falls, NY 14472.
For more info visit adk-gvc.org. Black Creek Paddle
This is always a really nice paddle!!! We'll launch our boats at the new launch site in the park - paddle to the left for an hour, then raft up for snacks and return to our put in.
Please arrive by 9:45. The entrance to the park is on the south side of the bridge - Park St. - it is across from a cemetery a left turn. Once on Park St. stay to the right and you'll see the park and the launch site over to your right.
Sometimes folks bring a lunch and sit at the picnic tables to eat after the paddle - you're welcome to do this.
Be prepared to sign the ADK liability release form, wear you PFD correctly and keep an eye on fellow paddlers!
New to ADK? Come join us for a couple paddles and if you like us, become a member to support responsible outdoor recreation, and enjoy the benefits of membership. Here's the like link to apply for membership: members.adk.org (be sure to choose GVC).
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Deb Jahn, Marcia Barrett. Leader Email: jembsmom@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-732-9254. Mileage: N/a. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Park Ridge Hospital
1555 Long Pond Rd
Rochester, NY.
Monday, June 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Black Creek at Churchville
Churchville Park
101 N. Main St.
Churchville,N.
Paddle
This is a one way padddle going with the current of the Genesee River. Please arrive by 9:30. We would meet at the Village of Mount Morris John Wesley Park on Swett Street (off Main Street and behind Park Inn Liquor Store). We would unload our boats there. We would then shuttle to and leave vehicles at the take out at the Indian Fort Nature Preserve.
Please bring a snack if you wish and water. Be prepared to sign the ADK liability release form, wear you PFD correctly and keep an eye on fellow paddlers!
New to ADK? Come join us for a couple paddles and if you like us, become a member to support responsible outdoor recreation, and enjoy the benefits of membership. Here's the like link to apply for membership: members.adk.org (be sure to choose GVC).
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Wendy Stevenson, Donna Divitt. Leader Email: wsteven@frontiernet.net. Leader Phone #: 585-991-8569. Mileage: n/a. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Noyes Memorial Hospital
111 Clara Barton St.
Dansville, NY.
Monday, June 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Genesee River
42.739046, -77.878429.
Paddle - Canadice Lake
This will be a paddle around the shoreline of this picturesque Lake
The launch site is the DEC boat launch at the north end of the lake. (Take Rt. 15A through the hamlet of Hamlock, traveling south. Go past the end of Hamlock Lake, keep going on Rt. 15A S. You'll turn left on Purcell Hill Rd. At the end of the road, turn right on Canadice Lake Rd. and watch for the DEC kiosk on the right. You can drive down to the lake to unload your boat but you need to park along the road.) If fishermen are using the launch also - we'll keep our boats over to the right shoreline to provide them access to the launch with their trailers.
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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…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Deb Jahn, Laurel Baker. Leader Email: debjahn@frontiernet.net. Leader Phone #: 585-278-3938. Mileage: 5 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: FF Thompson Hospital
350 Parrish St.
Canandaigua, NY. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: Z Dormer 585 905 7988.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
North end of Canadice Lake DEC boat launch.
Paddle - Irondequoit Creek
This is a lovely paddle up through the creek! We'll paddle as far as our time permits. We'll put our boats in at LaSalle Park and paddle up into the creek for an hour. We'll stop for a snack then return to our launch site. This is a "one boat at a time" launch site so we'll help each other and try to quickly launch the boats. Please be "on the water" for a 10:00 start!
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Bring: your boat, PFD, boating supplies, sunscreen, water, snacks (optional). You might want to wear shoes or footwear that can get wet or muddy. This put in can be muddy and slippery.
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Be prepared to sign the ADK liability release form, wear your PFD tight and correctly, and keep an eye on fellow paddlers. Bring: your boat, PFD, boating supplies, sunscreen, water, snacks(optional)
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New to ADK? Come join us for a couple 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.(be…
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Marcia Barrett Deb Jahn. Leader Email: jembsmom@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-732-9254. Mileage: 5 round trip. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital
33.8 miles
601 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, NY
585 275-2100. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: J. Raffaldi 315-916-5662.
Monday, July 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LaSalles Landing - Webster, N.Y.
1080 Emplire Blvd.
Webster, NY
Across from Baycreek Paddlers.
Paddle - Erie Canal at Clover
We'll launch our boats onto the canal at Clover ST. and paddle for an hour, and then return to our launch site. Pittsford dairy is always fun after this paddle!!
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The launch site is marked "boat launch" on Clover St. It is on the southeast side of the canal on Clover St. If coming from the south, you will turn right. It is NOT canal 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, July 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Boat Launch off Clover St....Pittsford Sign for Pittsford rowing club.