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Black River Trail Bike Trip
Join us for a scenic cycling adventure along the Black River Trail, traveling from Poor’s Island to Watertown and back! This ride offers a blend of natural beauty, historic landmarks, and a well-maintained path—perfect for cyclists of all experience levels. The route spans approximately 9 miles one way (18 miles round trip) on paved, well-maintained terrain, mostly flat with gentle inclines. To take advantage of cooler morning temperatures and minimize midday traffic, we’ll plan for an early start.
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Whether you're looking for a relaxed ride or an opportunity to explore the Black River’s scenic surroundings, this trip is a fantastic way to connect with fellow cyclists and enjoy the great outdoors! If you're interested or have any questions, reach out—we’d love to ride with you!
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Region: Other. Activity Category: Cycling. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Rich Ross. Leader Email: Blackriveradk@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-775-8375. Mileage: 18 miles RT. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Samaritan Hospital, 830 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601, (315) 785-4000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911. Special Focus: Beginner. Family. New member. Senior. Young member.
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
We will meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Poor's Island trails parking lot is located at the end of St. Regis Street in Black River, NY (13612).
Adopt-a-Highway (RT-3) Cleanup
Join us once again in the northern section of our chapter’s reach. At the intersection of NYS RT 3 and NYS RT 3A (Fargo), heading northeast 2 miles to Filbert Rd (Cowan Corner). Our goal is to clean up 4 miles of this highly visible corridor for travelers to and from the Adirondacks. During the morning, we’ll be picking up trash along our adopted stretch of highway.
Gloves, bags, helmets, vests and trash grabbers will be provide. Consider bringing water and bug repellent.
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Event Type: Social. Events. Leader Phone #: 315-775-8375. Leader Email: Blackriveradk@gmail.com. Special Focus: Beginner. Family. New member. Senior. Young member.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Meeting at Glider Oil at 10:00 a.m. at the intersection of NYS RT 3 and NYS RT 3A (Fargo), we will head northeast 2 miles to Filbert Rd (Cowan Corner).
Ingerson Preserve Hike
Let's kick off Tuesday Trail season with an early evening walk at 6:00 PM on the Sissy Danforth Rivergate Trail through the S. Gerald Ingerson Preserve to the Michael Geiss Observation Tower. We will meet at the trailhead on Rte 3 for a casual walk. Dogs are allowed (on leash at all times, only).
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Region: Other. Activity Category: Hike w/ Dogs. Hiking. Biking. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Caryn & Dave Clements. Leader Email: Blackriveradk@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-775-8375. Mileage: Walk=3 mi RT, Bike=11 mi RT. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: River Hospital, 4 Fuller St, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607, (315) 482-2511. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911. Special Focus: Beginner. Family. New member. Senior. Young member.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
6:00 p.m. - 15460 County Route 3, Clayton, NY, 13624.
Baker Woods Spring Workday
Once again, we will meet at Baker Woods to help prepare the trails and gardens for spring & summer, clean up brush, see if any work needs to be done on the Sensory Trail, inspect signage and possibly stain them. We will meet at 4114 Factory Rd in Natural Bridge at 9:30 AM till Noon and breakfast will be provided. Bring water bottles if you would like to hike the trails after 12:00 PM.
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Event Type: Social. Events. Leader Phone #: (516) 662-5020. Leader Email: lindaburns1008@gmail.com. Special Focus: Beginner. Family. New member. Senior. Young member.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
We will meet at 4114 Factory Rd in Natural Bridge at 9:30 AM till Noon and breakfast will be provided. Bring water bottles if you would like to hike the trails after 12:00 PM.
Kanik Trail Hike
Located just outside Watertown on Route 11 in Calcium (23408 US-11, Calcium, NY 13616), the James R. Kanik Trail is a paved trail with loose gravel. It is a fairly easy trek for anyone, with only a few light hills that also offers groomed tracks in the winter for cross-country skiing. There are wooden bridges, a picnic table, cook-out, bench, fitness equipment with instructions signs, as well as a couple of ponds, a playground, and a gazebo near the middle. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome!
Hosted By: Black River Chapter. Region: Other. Activity Category: Hiking. Hike w/ Dogs. Trip rating: C+. Leader: Caryn Clements. Leader Email: Blackriveradk@gmail.com. Leader Phone #: 315-775-8375. Mileage: 4 miles RT. Elevation Gain: n/a. Nearest Emergency Medical Facility: Samaritan Hospital, 830 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601, (315) 785-4000. Nearest Park Ranger/Dispatch Number: 911. Special Focus: Beginner. Family. New member. Senior. Young member.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
We will meet at the Route 11 parking lot (23408 US-11, Calcium, NY 13616) and set off around 6:00 PM.