Kudos to the hearty souls who braved the wet and steep conditions at HI tor yesterday. Due to the recent heavy rains/flooding we revised the plan to have groups hike along by Naples Creek and up the West side of the hill.

Sixteen hikers (more or less) departed from the Parrish Hill Road access on what was a perfect Spring afternoon, breezy and cool. After a short “up” they descended to what proved to be a challenging creek crossing. Ann and Gerri led some of the group on a scenic off trail trek. . Duffy got a free ride but then wanted to swim back across. Mark is truly a devoted parent.

After the water hazard, it was all uphill, but our hikers endured to the beautiful overlook of Canandaigua Lake. There were several vistas of the gorge and waterfalls. All remarked on the beauty of the trail.

Who should we meet on the top but Katherine.  She had hiked up from the other side of Hi tor alone to meet us after having a fuel crisis.  After several minutes on top we regrouped and descended.  The creek crossing seemed easier on the return trip.

Naples Community Park was ours for a congenial gathering after the hike.  As always, the food was stellar, so many fine salads as well as hots on the grill courtesy of Pam.  We marked the occasion of Mark’s birthday with a fabulous cobbler from Char’s kitchen.

Who could ask for a better Sunday afternoon?