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Tuesday Hike (Hybrid)-Channing Philbrick/Linear Park
Tuesday Hikes are being cross-posted to the MeetUp Group "ADK Genesee Valley Chapter" Two-hour hybrid hike split between a 45-minute, 1.5-mile loop on wide, well-maintained trails along Irondequoit Creek towards Home Depot, then returning to the parking lot, followed by a 2nd hike at a faster pace towards Spring Lake Park for the rest of the 2-hour hike. While this hike will be mostly flat, there is a short side trail up a hill that runs along Honey Creek we might take for a short hill climb to an overlook. Meet 9:45am in the N Washington St parking area (43.12706, -77.48405) for Channing Philbrick/Linear Park (at the blocked off bridge on N Washington St, East Rochester, NY 14445) for a 10:00am hike start. Alternative parking off 441 (43.12730, -77.48490) north of the blocked off bridge on Linear Park Dr, then walk to the south side of the blocked off bridge. Please dress for the weather, wear boots or trail shoes with good traction, bring some water to drink and some tick repellent. Hiking poles would be…
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, October 20, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
43.12706, -77.48405.
Women's hike - Pittsford trails
Walk on the canal trail, a segment of the Auburn Trail, and to complete a 4-mile route, a loop through quaint Pittsford Cemetery, hoping its maple trees will be at peak. Surfaces include pavement, crushed stone and dirt. Mostly flat with a few gentle rises. Since the Sam Patch will still be using parking at Schoen Place, let's meet behind the Del Monte Lodge at 41 N Main St, Pittsford . Behind the lodge, CONTINUE under the RR bridge to a less used lot between the RR bridge and Grove St. Dress for the weather and bring water. 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 in ADK.
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: 4. Elevation Gain: <100 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester. Less than 8 miles away. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Meet behind the Del Monte Lodge at 41 Main St, Pittsford but drive beyond the RR bridge overpass. GPS 43.094888,-77.515770.
Bike Ontario Beach to Seneca Park and 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 Turning Point Park, the 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…
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: 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, October 23, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:30 PM.
43.257359, -77.607379.
Paddle - West River
We'll launch our boats at the south end of Canandaigua Lake and cross the end to the entrance of the West River. We'll paddle for an hour then return to our put in. The leaves should be just gorgeous by this time!! If any one would like, we'll have lunch at "Brats and Brew" (on your own dime) together before heading home,
Meet at the DEC boat launch at the south end of Canandaigua Lake for a "on the water" paddle at 10:00. Be sure to dress for the weather, bring hyddration, remember, you must wear your PFD the entire paddle,
7202State Rt. 21, Naples
Google - Canandaigua Lake South end Boat Launch.
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peg Jacobs & Jim Culver. Leader Email: canoelite@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-730-9945. Mileage: 4 miles round trip. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Noyes Memorial Hospital
Dansville,NY
585 335 6001. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911 or 1-833-697-7264.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
West River - Rt. 21 north of Naples NY.
CANCELLED - Paddle-Erie Canal at Ayrault Rd.
Launching directly from the Ayrault Road Boat Launch puts you at Mile 249.08 of the New York State Canalway Water Trail. The canal water here is calm, has minimal current, and is highly accessible, making it excellent for beginners, and veterans alike. 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) 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!
Hosted By: Genesee Valley Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Peggy Jacobs, Donna Devitt. Leader Email: canoeite@hotmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-730-9945. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Rochester General Hospital
1415 Portland Ave.
Rochester, NY.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Tuesday Hike (Hybrid)-Seneca Park from Trout Lake
Tuesday Hikes are being cross-posted to the MeetUp Group "ADK Genesee Valley Chapter" Two-hour hybrid hike split between a 30-minute hike at a slower pace south along the river gorge looping back to the cars, then a 90-minute moderate section at a faster pace north along the river gorge for the rest of the 2-hour hike. Sometimes we get lucky and can hear one of the zoo lions roaring. Meet 9:45am at the parking area (43.21267, -77.62069) next to the river gorge and Trout Lake on the one-way loop inside Seneca Park, JUST PAST Wegman Lodge and well before Longhouse Shelter. Please dress for the weather, wear boots or trail shoes with good traction and bring some water to drink. Contact Jim Bishop adk.gvc.trpldr@gmail.com with any questions. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. Seneca Park Map: https://www.monroecounty.gov/parks-seneca, Our hybrid hike consists of 2 hikes that allow us to drop off hikers who prefer a 40-minute to 1-hour easier hike at a slower pace with less elevation change, then continue with…
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, October 27, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
43.21267, -77.62069.
Women's Hike-Washington Grove/Cobbs Hill
We'll hike the rolling hills of Cobbs Hill and Washington Grove for an approximate 4 mile hike, 2 hrs. Please meet at the Cobbs Hill parking lot off Culver Road at 9:45 AM for a 10:00 start. Poles and boots may be helpful. Please bring water, a snack and dress for the weather. 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: Gail Weiser. Leader Email: gsweiser@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-739-2276. Mileage: 4 miles. Elevation Gain: N/A. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Highland Hospital
1000 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14620
Phone: (585) 473-2200. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please meet at Lake Riley Parking lot at Cobbs Hill Park.
43.14153121291214, -77.57535146686601.
Bike Greenway Trail: Avon to York Landing Rd.
We meet at the Erie-Attica Trail parking lot off Farmers Road in Avon. Our ride starts on the Erie-Attica Trail, cycling over the trestle, then slightly hilly terrain to the Greenway Trail. At the end of the Erie-Attica trail, we turn onto the Greenway trail, heading south until we reach York Landing Road. We then turn around and head back to the parking lot, biking a total of about 16 miles. The trail is mostly stone dust with some grassy patches. Meet at the Erie-Attica parking lot at 9:45 AM with wheels rolling at 10:00. 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 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: David Nichols. Leader Email: dnnichols@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 5854785514. Mileage: 16 miles round-trip. Elevation Gain: <200 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: F. F. Thompson Hospital Emergency Room
350 Parrish St.
Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585)396-6000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: N/A.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 9:45 AM – 12:30 PM.
42.922892, -77.756266.
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.
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, December 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.
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, January 6, 2027, 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, January 13, 2027, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Genesee Valley Region.