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Tillman Road Wildlife Management Area Cleanup
Roadside Clean-Up Tillman Road Wildlife Management Area, Clarence , Saturday, May 16th
Make a difference! Volunteers needed to pick up litter along the roadsides surrounding the Tillman Wetlands area in Clarence. Meet at the Shisler Road parking lot at 10 a.m. located at the eastern end of Wehrle Drive. Garbage bags are supplied. Bring work gloves & a long-handled grabber if you have one to pick up hard to reach trash. The clean-up takes about 2 hours. Bring a bag lunch if you plan to join the 1:00 p.m. hike after the clean-up. Contact Lynn Kenney at (716)361-6172(C).
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Trail Work/Conservation. Trip rating: C. Leader: Lynn Kenney. Leader Email: woodthrush3@hotmail.com. Mileage: Under 5 miles. Elevation Gain: Under 100 ft. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Western NY Immediate Care
6375 Transit Rd. Depew NY 14043
716-684-2273.
Saturday, May 16, 2026.
Tillman Road Wildlife Management Area, Clarence NY.
Buffalo Orienteering Outing
A planned orienteering outing with Buffalo Orienteering Club is scheduled for Sunday, May 17th, 2026 (weather permitting). Join Rob Reeves and Buffalo Orienteering for a 90-minute, 8–10-point course orienteering practice! We’ll meet at 10 a.m. at the Chestnut Ridge Casino. Participants should bring a baseplate compass (Buffalo Orienteering will have a few extra compasses on hand). To register, contact Pam Sander at sanderpamela88@gmail.com.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Workshop. Trip rating: C. Leader: Pam Sander. Leader Email: sanderpamela88@gmail.com. Mileage: Less than 5 miles. Elevation Gain: Around 200. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: MAAC Emergency Room
3669 Southwestern Blvd. Orchard Park, NY 14127
716-662-0500.
Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Chestnut Ridge Park, NY.
Hiking at Franklin Gulf
Hiking: May 17 Franklin Gulf Easy/Moderate (C+) Day hike meeting at the trail head parking lot on Larkin Road in the town of Sardina at 10 am. Will hike the trails on both sides of the ravine. There will be several stream crossings. 5-8 miles with 200-400 feet of elevation changes. Dress for the weather, bring 10 essentials, snacks and lunch.
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Questions or RSVP contact aslosman@gmail.com.
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GeoLocation PDF trail map:
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https://www3.erie.gov/parks/sites/www3.erie.gov.parks/files/2025-05/trailmap_franklingulf.pdf.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Aaron Slosman. Leader Email: aslosman@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 7165170271. Mileage: 5-8 miles. Elevation Gain: 200-400 feet. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: WellNow Urgent Care
4909 Southwestern Blvd Hamburg, NY 14075. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: (716) 858-8355.
Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Franklin Gulf.
For more info visit www3.erie.gov. ADK Conservation Meeting
Call Lynn Kenney to verify location of Conservation Meeting 716-825-7329.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Julia Boyer Reinstein Library, 1030 Losson Rd, Buffalo, NY 14227, USA.
Klondike Notch trail maintenance
Friday through Monday, May 22,23,24,25, 2026,
Clark Hall Jr. Memorial Day Work-Play Weekend (B),
The Klondike Notch Trail in the Adirondacks High Peaks Region again needs your help. We will be working on an historic trail that the Niagara Frontier Chapter has been maintaining for over 40 years. Join us on Sunday as we make improvements to the trail; cleaning water bars, removing blow-down, and maintaining the Klondike lean-to. We are responsible for the 4.5 miles of the trail from the end of South Meadows Rd. to the Yard Mountain turnoff. Saturday and Monday offer the opportunity for Adirondack hikes of all levels. Also available are all the attractions of Lake Placid. A potluck dinner is planned for one weekend evening in Saranac Lake at the home of some ADK pioneers. This year I will be staying in the Loj campground. I have campsites 8 and 9 reserved from Friday afternoon until Monday morning. Some trail work experience is recommended. Call, text or email Lee for more information. Lee Clukey…
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Events. Leader Phone #: 716-631-9855. Leader Email: lee.clukey@gmail.com.
Friday, May 22, 2026 – Monday, May 25, 2026.
Klondike Notch, Adirondacks.
Clark Hall Jr. Memorial Day Work-Play Weekend (B)
We make improvements to the trail; cleaning water bars, removing blow-down, replacing trail markers and side cutting the trail.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Trail Work/Conservation. Trip rating: B. Leader: James Lee Clukey & Brian Monckton. Leader Email: leeclukey@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 7166319855. Mileage: 9. Elevation Gain: 700. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake
2233 State Route 86
P.O. Box 471
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
518-891-4141. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: Public service & government in Ray Brook, NY 1115 NY-86, Ray Brook, NY 12977 (518) 897-1200.
Sunday, May 24, 2026.
The Klondike Notch Trail from the South Meadow Rd Parking lot to the Yard Mountain trail junction.
Paddle Upper Niagara River
Easy/Moderate (C+) Paddle the Upper Niagara to Motor/Pirate's Is. to see the heron/egret rookeries, and possibly continue upstream to Strawberry Is. 2-3 hours. Arrive by 9 for a 9:30A launch at the Beaver Island Kayak Launch Park (East River Marsh) near the foot of Ferry Rd. Grand Island. Afterward, we'll stop for lunch at Casey's Cabana if they're open. Weather and wind are a consideration. Suitable for most kayaks, and experienced canoeists. Contact me with questions. Wearing a PFD with whistle is required. adkpaddles.bvh@gmail.com (716)628-0355, Bob Van Hise.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Bob VanHise. Leader Email: adkpaddles.bvh@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 716-628-0355. Mileage: Around 5 miles. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: WellNow Urgent Care Grand Island, NY
2340 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island NY 14072
716-404-3731.
Monday, May 25, 2026.
South end of Grand Island and vicinity.
Summer Picnic and Meeting
The ADK-Niagara Frontier Chapter Annual Picnic and Election of Officers Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Commissioners Cabin in Chestnut Ridge Park, 6121 Chestnut Ridge Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127 The Cabin is located on the Casino side of the park. See the newsletter for schedule and events.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Event Type: Events. Meetings. Social. Leader Email: sanderpamela88@gmail.com.
Sunday, June 7, 2026.
Commissioners Cabin in Chestnut Ridge Park, 6121 Chestnut Ridge Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127.
CANCELLED - ADK General Membership Meeting
No General membership meeting during June, July and August. See website for program and education topic.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Paddle Woods Creek
Paddle Woods Creek - Buckhorn Is. State Park, Grand Island, Wednesday June 10 - 6PM, Easy (C) Use the roller launch to put in. Best with poly/plastic kayaks. Paddle up the creek and back, and maybe out to the Niagara River and grass island, or over the weir into Burnt Ship Creek. Meet at 6PM at the Woods Creek Kayak Launch on East-West Park Rd. Grand Island. Suitable for all kayaks, canoes, and SUP. Wearing a PFD with whistle is required. adkpaddles.bvh@gmail.com (716)628-0355, Bob Van Hise.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C. Leader: Bob VanHise. Leader Email: adkpaddles.bvh@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 716-628-0355. Mileage: Around 5 miles. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: WellNow Urgent Care Grand Island, NY
2340 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island NY 14072
716-404-3731.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Woods Creek - Buckhorn Island State Park, Grand Island NY.
ADK Conservation Meeting
Call Lynn Kenney to verify location of Conservation Meeting 716-825-7329.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Julia Boyer Reinstein Library, 1030 Losson Rd, Buffalo, NY 14227, USA.
Paddle Lower Niagara River
Paddle Lower Niagara River Lewiston to Youngstown, Saturday July 4 - Independence Day 9A, Easy (C+) Paddle downstream 5 miles in the gorge, along the shore, and through the moored yachts. Possible wind and wake along the way. Arrive early to drop off boats and passengers at 9A, then begin the car shuttle to Youngstown. Launch at 10A. Suitable for most kayaks and canoes, and SUP. Wearing a PFD with whistle is required. We can head back up to Lewiston afterward for lunch at The Silo. adkpaddles.bvh@gmail.com (716)628-0355, Bob Van Hise.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Western New York. Activity Category: Paddling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Bob VanHise. Leader Email: adkpaddles.bvh@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 716-628-0355. Mileage: Around 5 miles. Elevation Gain: 0. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: WellNow Urgent Care Lewiston, NY
880 Center St. Lewiston, NY 14092
716-248-3028.
Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Lower Niagara River - Lewiston to Youngstown.
CANCELLED - ADK General Membership Meeting
No General membership meeting during June, July and August. See website for program and education topic.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
THREE DAY BACKPACKING TRIP on the Finger Lakes Trail.
Come join Leslie Salathe and Brian Monckton for a 21.9 mile backpack over three days and two nights through the gently rolling hills of Allegany State Park. Following the Finger Lakes Trail, we will start from the north at the Bay State Road trailhead (not too far from the Red House park entrance) and head south toward our eventual trip terminus at PA Route 346. Day one is the longest day with a hike of 8.5 miles to the Stony Brook lean-to where we will spend the night while overlooking beautiful Stony Brook. Plenty of time to enjoy breakfast in camp the next morning, day 2 will take us 6.2 miles to the Willis Creek lean-to for another night enjoying the company and the sounds of Willis Creek. The morning of day 3 brings a 7.2 mile hike - leaving the park along the way and crossing a titch into Pennsylvania - to the trailhead at PA Route 346. 2 hours (or less!) from just about anywhere in WNY, easy access ---- come join us! Contact Leslie at lesliesalathe@live.com or Brian at bkmonckton@gmail.com…
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Genesee Valley Region. Activity Category: Backpacking. Trip rating: A. Leader: Brian Monckton and Leslie Salathe. Leader Email: bkmonckton@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-993-0996. Mileage: 22. Elevation Gain: 3,200 total, 1,300 max per day. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Salamanca Health Center
4039 US 291N
Salamanca, NY 14779
716-945-0361. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 716-379-6919.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – Friday, July 17, 2026.
Section hike of the Finger Lakes Trail through Allegany State Park.
ADK Conservation Meeting
Call Lynn Kenney to verify location of Conservation Meeting 716-825-7329.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Julia Boyer Reinstein Library, 1030 Losson Rd, Buffalo, NY 14227, USA.
Camping at Lake Harris and Santanoni/Panther Day Hike
Leslie Salathe and I have booked a couple of camping sites at Lake Harris Campground for the nights of August 5 and 6. This campground is located near the Upper Works trailhead to the High Peaks area of ADK and will serve as a launch point to hike both Santanoni and Panther peaks on the 6th. Depending upon the route, this day hike will be between 10.5 miles and 11.5 miles with a "Difficult" rating - regardless of the route. Group size is capped at 8. Any interested hikers must register with the trip leader in advance.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter. Region: Adirondacks - High Peaks Region. Activity Category: Hiking. Trip rating: A. Leader: Brian Monckton and Leslie Salathe. Leader Email: bkmonckton@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 585-993-0996. Mileage: 10.5. Elevation Gain: 3,300. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Newcomb Health Center
4 Santanoni Drive, Newcomb, New York
(518) 582-2991. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 518-897-1358.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Friday, August 7, 2026.
Lake Harris State Campground, Newcomb NY.
CANCELLED - ADK General Membership Meeting
No General membership meeting during June, July and August. See website for program and education topic.
Hosted By: Niagara Frontier Chapter.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.