Meet at the designated locations by 10:00am.

May 12th. Meet at Gifford Rd.  Hike to Wayne county line and back (3.6mi)

May 19th. Meet at Rt 96 trail head.  Hike Rt 96 to Wheat Rd (3.8mi)

May 26th. Meet at the Orleans water tower. Hike Orleans to Boces (4.5mi)

June 2nd.  Meet at BOCES parking lot.  Hike Boces to Stanley Junction (3.5mi)

June 9th. Meet at Depot Road. Hike Stanley Junction back to Depot Rd (3.8mi)

June 16th.  Meet at the New Covenant Baptist Church Parking lot on County Road 46. Hike Depot Road back to CR 46. (5mi)

June 23rd. Meet at the Ontario Street parking lot. Hike County Road 46 back to Main St. (3mi)

You can download a PDF with more information.

Meet at the designated locations by 9:30.

April 25th. Meet at the New Covenant Baptist Church Parking lot on County Road 46.  Hike Main St to CR 46. (3mi)

May 9th.  Meet at the New Covenant Baptist Church Parking lot on County Road 46.  Hike CR 46. to Depot Road (5mi)

June 6th. Meet at Depot Road. Hike Depot Rd to Stanley Junction (3.8mi)

July 11th.  Meet at BOCES parking lot.  Hike Stanley Junction to Boces (3.5mi)

August 15th. Meet at the Orleans water tower. Hike Boces to Orleans (4.5mi)

September 12th. Meet at Rt 96 trail head.  Hike Wheat Rd to Rt 96 (3.8mi)

October 10th. Meet at Gifford Rd.  Hike to Wayne county line and back (3.6mi)

You can download a PDF with more information.

Lets try again!  But rain is predicted so check here on Sunday

Every year, our organization devotes a few of our Sundays to keeping the trails we love to hike on, in good hiking condition.  This Sunday, we’re going to a section that the late Chuck Winship, one of the founders of our hiking group, dedicated a portion of his then thriving maple farm, as the start of a scenic public hiking trail through Springwater.

During the summertime, we have moved our hike starting time up to 4 PM, to avoid the mid day heat, when only mad dogs and Englishmen venture forth.  This change in time begins today.  We will meet, at 4 PM, at the Sugarhouse on Pardee Hollow Rd. Bring work gloves and loppers. If you can bring a string trimmer, we could use two or three. A couple of small saws be available for larger branches.

In our 2 hour work period, we hope to cover the main trail, between Coates Rd. and Pardee Hollow, the seasonal access, the trillium side trail and,the steep extension between Pardee Hollow and Tabors Corners as well as the more level bypass.  We will split into several groups to ensure we get as much done as possible.

It has been our policy to provide a substantial dinner to those who participate in these trail work jobs.  We will do this at the small field in front of the Sugar House.  You need to bring a lawn chair, but no food this time (beverages might come in handy though).

Directions to the Sugarhouse are just one click away!

Meet at the designated locations by 10:00am.

June 9th. Meet at Depot Road. Hike Stanley Junction back to Depot Rd (3.8mi)

You can download a PDF with more information.

Canceled: At 2:20, the forecast has gotten more definite for thunderstorms.  So we have canceled the hike for today.  Please join us next Sunday.

Notice: As of 1:30 Sunday, wunderground predicts 80% chance of thunderstorms in Geneseo. Although we aren’t cancelling the hike until we see the weather at 4:00, please know that we will cancel if there is lightning at 4:00 and we will abort if the lightning starts during the hike.  Pati has also scoped out a couple of shelters for the social if it raining at the end of the hike.  Hope to see you at four

A year ago last March our group enjoyed this hike despite the cold and muddy conditions. The weather predictions for this Sunday look sunny and warm. With the rain this week expect some mud, but for the most part a pleasant hike and great company.  We will meet at 4:00 at the Preserve Kiosk on Jones Bridge Rd and Rt63.

History of the area

Indian Fort Nature Preserve (42.766,-77.8295) is managed and maintained by Genesee Valley Conservancy.  It is known as “Indian Fort” because of the two palisades that once stood on the site.  Two mounds are still visible where the wooden posts created a fenced enclosure between the two main gullies.  These palisades date back to 1400 – 1500 A.D.  The former Iroquois palisades prompted the area to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.  Because of the diverse botanical, cultural and geological features, the preserve has been designated a Research Reserve by the conservancy.

Upper falls

 The property consists of sixty acres with gullies, creeks, a small field, a pond, and access to the Genesee River.   Trails are well marked and go from the parking area on the northeast side of the preserve through the preserve to the Genesee River.  Two waterfalls can be seen from the trails.

Snowfalls

Our Hikes

Climbers will not find the main trails a challenge, but they can travel up the gullies to the waterfalls and climb the steep sides of the gullies.  Tourists can follow the climbers and scale the gully walls before they get too steep.  naturalists will find easy hiking on trails that have slight hills and a lot of  flat land.

The Social

The hike will be followed by a tailgate social in the parking lot. Bring a dish to pass and your own beverage or make a contribution to the social fund. Bring a chair is you choose to rest your bones.

The Genesee River

Dogs are allowed on a leash or ‘controlled’ by verbal commands. Please note that some parts of the trails are in close proximity to busy route 63.

Directions

  The preserve is located at 3432 Jones Bridge Road.  There is no sign identifying this branch of Jones Bridge Road. Please note:  Jones Bridge Road has three sections separated by the Genesee River and by I-390. The preserve is on the small section west of I-390 and east of the Genesee River.

From Springwater: There are many options from Springwater including taking I 390N from Wayland to Mt Morris (see below).  The route with the fewest turns takes Rt 15 N out of Springwater for 1.5 miles.  Turn left onto Liberty Pole Rd (CR 38) and follow that road for 8.1 miles (it will change names and CR numbers two times) to NY-63.  Turn right and follow NY 63 for 8.3 miles (there is a right turn staying on NY 63 [Mt Morris-Geneseo Rd] after 6.4mi). The Preserve is on the left and the kiosk can be seen from the road.

From Mt. Morris exit of Rt 390:   North on Rt. 408, which becomes Rt. 63.   Stay on Rt. 63 for 2 miles.  The Preserve is on the left and the kiosk can be seen from the road.

From Geneseo:  Head south on Rt. 39/Rt. 20A.  At the traffic light where Routes 20A and 39 turn to the right, continue south on Rt. 63 for 1.2 mile.  The preserve is on the right and the kiosk can be seen from the road.

From Rochester: Head south on I 390 S to Exit 8.  Turn right onto US 20A for 4.9 miles.  Turn right onto Mt Morris Rd (20A and 39S). At the traffic light where Routes 20A and 39 turn to the right, continue south on Rt. 63 for 1.2 mile.   The preserve is on the right and the kiosk can be seen from the road.

From Honeoye:  Follow Rt 20A west to Geneseo. Turn right onto Mt Morris Rd (20A and 39S). At the traffic light where Routes 20A and 39 turn to the right, continue south on Rt. 63 for 1.2 mile.   The preserve is on the right.

Meet at the designated locations by 10:00am.

May 12th. Meet at Gifford Rd.  Hike to Wayne county line and back (3.6mi)

May 19th. Meet at Rt 96 trail head.  Hike Rt 96 to Wheat Rd (3.8mi)

May 26th. Meet at the Orleans water tower. Hike Orleans to Boces (4.5mi)

June 2nd.  Meet at BOCES parking lot.  Hike Boces to Stanley Junction (3.5mi)

June 9th. Meet at Depot Road. Hike Stanley Junction back to Depot Rd (3.8mi)

June 16th.  Meet at the New Covenant Baptist Church Parking lot on County Road 46. Hike Depot Road back to CR 46. (5mi)

June 23rd. Meet at the Ontario Street parking lot. Hike County Road 46 back to Main St. (3mi)

You can download a PDF with more information.

Pot-Luck Dinner
Bring a dish to pass and your table service. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.

The Little Lakes Sustainability Network (LLSN) and Frack Free Genesee invite you to join us in celebrating the citizen advocacy that has preserved this precious natural resource in our own backyard. Learn how each of us can move clean energy forward through Josh Fox’s Solutions Grassroots organization. Families are welcome and bring your friends!

This event will be in lieu of the monthly meeting of the LLSN !

Other events that LLSN has committed to attending are:

July 10 – 12: Geneseo Summer Festival (downtown during Air Show)

August 8: Avon Corn Festival

Note:  Local flood conditions at the time of this post may have an effect on road and trail conditions.  As of 6/18 Canadice Lake Road is open but the Canadice Lake Trail is questionable and will be confirmed on Friday.    

Check your time: To keep everyone on schedule, Kayakers and Bikers are asked to arrive by 3:30 to ensure all equipment is ready by the 4:00 start time!

Biking

It’s that special time of year again – the Summer Solstice – Father’s Day – the Annual Canadice Lake Tri-modal! One unique “little finger lake”, Canadice Lake,  offers at least 3 recreational opportunities for Springwater Trails to spend a day with their fathers, sons, grandsons, or anyone that has been special in their lives.  We will bike, kayak/canoe, or hike around Canadice Lake, share memories with loved ones, and enjoy  the Hemlock/Canadice State Forest and City of Rochester Water Reservoir.

Kayak

We will meet at the kayak/canoe launch on Canadice Lake Road about a mile south past the state boat launch.  Kayak/Canoe/Bikers please arrive at 3:30 as it takes some time to unload, outfit, and be ready for take off at 4:00.  Hikers please arrive at 3:45.  Times are important as not to congest the launch area.

Hike

If you wish to do all three activities, which some have done in the past, you may note that the time span may extend past 2 hours.  Biking first for 8 miles to the north on Canadice Lake Road, then Purcell Rd to the North Trail, ride the north trail 4 miles to the south entrance, then walk with your bike to the kayak launch, launch your kayak which has been waiting patiently.  Those that complete all 3 events will be presented with a gift from Canadice Kitchens.

canadice lake.

If you wish to do one of the activities, this is the plan. Hikers will walk the road from the kayak launch to the south trail, walk a distance to their ability, and return.  Bikers will ride around Canadice Lake, maybe taken a few side roads or stone hills to explore if they wish, or extend their trip down Canadice Lake Road to the north or south.

beaver lodge

Kayaks will venture from the launch south, exploring the wetland area, south west side of Canadice Lake, noting the birds and animals that live in the wetland area.    Of course weather conditions will be watched at all times and changes may be made. If you want to rent a kayak or canoe you can contact Canadice Lake Outfitters 669-9512. They will deliver to the launch.

Join us again!

A tailgate will be held after the event at the kayak launch.  Bring a dish to pass and your drink of choice.  Possibly some Summer Solstice activities will be celebrated. Social will be moved to Pam’s if rain dampens our activities.

canadice lake

view of Canadice Lake looking north

Meet at the designated locations by 10:00am.

May 12th. Meet at Gifford Rd.  Hike to Wayne county line and back (3.6mi)

May 19th. Meet at Rt 96 trail head.  Hike Rt 96 to Wheat Rd (3.8mi)

May 26th. Meet at the Orleans water tower. Hike Orleans to Boces (4.5mi)

June 2nd.  Meet at BOCES parking lot.  Hike Boces to Stanley Junction (3.5mi)

June 9th. Meet at Depot Road. Hike Stanley Junction back to Depot Rd (3.8mi)

June 16th.  Meet at the New Covenant Baptist Church Parking lot on County Road 46. Hike Depot Road back to CR 46. (5mi)

June 23rd. Meet at the Ontario Street parking lot. Hike County Road 46 back to Main St. (3mi)

You can download a PDF with more information.