Calendar

Hikes led by Springwater Trails are generally held on Sunday afternoons and appear in this calendar in green.

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Game of Logging chainsaw training
Game of Logging chainsaw training @ Genesee County Park and Forest
Jun 4 – Jun 6 all-day
The Game of Logging is the premier chainsaw training course and is highly recommended for anybody who uses a chainsaw. Level 1 is open to all, regardless of their experience, and will be offered on Saturday, 04 June, and Monday, … Continue reading
National Trails Day 2016 in Victor 9:00 am
National Trails Day 2016 in Victor
Jun 4 @ 9:00 am
Annually, one of two big shindigs that Victor Hiking Trails (VHT) sponsors, is National Trails Day (NTD) observed the first Saturday of June.  In 2016 the date is June 4th.  VHT is of course one of many hiking groups that … Continue reading
Nature Walk with Eric Cosman 10:00 am
Nature Walk with Eric Cosman @ Wesley Hill Nature Preserve
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Nature Walk with Eric Cosman @ Wesley Hill Nature Preserve | New York | United States
  Hosted by the Finger Lakes Land Trust Join preserve steward and naturalist Eric Cosman for an exploration of the birds, plants, trees and other natural wonders at the Wesley Hill Preserve. Diverse stands of mature forest, a wide array … Continue reading
Springwater Bicentennial Arts and Crafts Show & Sale 10:00 am
Springwater Bicentennial Arts and Crafts Show & Sale @ Springwater Fire Hall
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Open to all artists and crafters in or near Springwater, NY. NO JURY and NO FEE! Registration Form
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Phillips Creek – CANCELLED 2:00 pm
Phillips Creek – CANCELLED
Jun 5 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Phillips Creek - CANCELLED @ Alfred Station | New York | United States
This week’s hike takes us in a new direction, Allegany County and Phillips Creek State Forest. Known as Allegany’ #1 Forest Area. It features 6 well market trails ranging from a 1.46 mile beginners trail to a 1.85 mile expert … Continue reading
Game of Logging chainsaw training
Game of Logging chainsaw training @ Genesee County Park and Forest
Jun 4 – Jun 6 all-day
The Game of Logging is the premier chainsaw training course and is highly recommended for anybody who uses a chainsaw. Level 1 is open to all, regardless of their experience, and will be offered on Saturday, 04 June, and Monday, … Continue reading
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ADK Outdoor Expo 2016 10:00 am
ADK Outdoor Expo 2016 @ Beach area of Hundred Acre Pond Mendon Ponds County Park off Douglas Road
Jun 11 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
ADK Outdoor Expo 2016 is scheduled for Saturday June 11th, 2016, 10:00AM-4:00PM at Mendon Ponds Park.  – – Outdoor activities and learning abound at this free event. – – Here is a hyperlink to ADK Outdoor Expo.  http://www.gvc-adk.org/expo And here … Continue reading
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Harriet Hollister Spencer Park 2:00 pm
Harriet Hollister Spencer Park @ Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area
Jun 12 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Harriet Hollister Spencer Park @ Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area | Springwater | New York | United States
At 2000 feet, this park generally receives and keeps a good covering of snow each winter, and is one of four parks groomed for cross country skiing by the Rochester XC Ski Foundation. Following the hike, an optional social will … Continue reading
Harriett Hollister 2:00 pm
Harriett Hollister @ HHS State Recreation Area
Jun 12 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
 
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Webster Crossing Bicentenial Hike 4:00 pm
Webster Crossing Bicentenial Hike @ United Methodist Church
Jun 19 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Webster Crossing Bicentenial Hike @ United Methodist Church | New York | United States
Our first Bicentennial Hike explored the Hamlet of Springwater back in April.  This month we are going to explore Webster Crossing, the other hamlet in the Town of Springwater. We will be meeting at Webster Crossing United Methodist Church, (Route … Continue reading
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ROCHESTER SUBWAY 60TH ANNIVERSARY
ROCHESTER SUBWAY 60TH ANNIVERSARY @ New York Museum of Transportation
Jun 25 all-day
The Rochester Subway stopped passenger service on June 30, 1956 and the museum commemorates the anniversary with a weekend of talks and slide presentations, demonstrations of the Subway’s fully restored “Casey Jones” speeder, food, and vendors.  Unlimited  rides on the … Continue reading
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ROCHESTER SUBWAY 60TH ANNIVERSARY
ROCHESTER SUBWAY 60TH ANNIVERSARY @ New York Museum of Transportation
Jun 26 all-day
The Rochester Subway stopped passenger service on June 30, 1956 and the museum commemorates the anniversary with a weekend of talks and slide presentations, demonstrations of the Subway’s fully restored “Casey Jones” speeder, food, and vendors.  Unlimited  rides on the … Continue reading
Trail Maintenance 11:00 am
Trail Maintenance @ Rob's Trail West Parking Lot
Jun 26 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Trail Maintenance @ Rob's Trail West Parking Lot | Hemlock | New York | United States
This Sunday, Springwater Trails will be working with the Nature Conservancy to haul supplies for a footbridge across the gully and to help construct the remaining sections of Rob’s Trail extension. Please note the time change as we try to work … Continue reading
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Webster Crossing Bicentenial Hike @ United Methodist Church
Jun 19 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Our first Bicentennial Hike explored the Hamlet of Springwater back in April.  This month we are going to explore Webster Crossing, the other hamlet in the Town of Springwater.

We will be meeting at Webster Crossing United Methodist Church, (Route 15, Webster Crossing Road, Springwater, NY  14560) at 4 p.m, The hike will start with a walking tour of Webster Crossing then break up into groups, depending on the distance comfortable for those who are attending.  Suggested map routes for the Climbers, Tourists, and Naturalists will be provided.

We will be walking the Morris Road, Story Road, and the All Western Evergreen Tree Farms and other farm and homeowner’s properties depending on permission obtained.  More details day of the hike.

The dish-to- pass social will be at the Webster Crossing Church where Gladys Weed, hamlet historian and retired postmaster, will have the history of the hamlet in photos and will be on hand to answer any questions.

Directions:

From Springwater and Wayland: Follow NY 15 north from Wayland to the flashing light in Springwater.  Turn left to stay on NY 15. In 3.6 miles, the church is on the left.

From Rochester: Take I-390 South to Exit 9 – Lakeville. Turn left onto NY 15 south. Stay on NY 15 for 16.1 miles to Webster Crossing.  The church is on the right.

Please note: For this hike, other routes recommended by your favorite routing tool are also available, and will get you to the church (42.669608, -77.635264) on time. Just enter the GPS coordinates and drive with confidence.

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ROCHESTER SUBWAY 60TH ANNIVERSARY @ New York Museum of Transportation
Jun 25 all-day

The Rochester Subway stopped passenger service on June 30, 1956 and the museum commemorates the anniversary with a weekend of talks and slide presentations, demonstrations of the Subway’s fully restored “Casey Jones” speeder, food, and vendors.  Unlimited  rides on the museum railroad bring back memories of travel aboard electric trolley cars of the Subway era.  No reservations required.  Special event prices prevail.

The New York Museum of Transportation is open year ’round, Sundays only, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Group visits on weekdays can be made by appointment. Train rides are offered on the only electric trolley operation in New York State. In the museum a variety of trolleys, a steam locomotive, and road vehicles on display provide a unique hands-on learning experience for all ages. A large model railroad, gallery, and gift shop are also featured. The museum is located at 6393 East River Road, W. Henrietta, NY. For details: (585) 533-1113 or info@nymtmuseum.org.

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ROCHESTER SUBWAY 60TH ANNIVERSARY @ New York Museum of Transportation
Jun 26 all-day

The Rochester Subway stopped passenger service on June 30, 1956 and the museum commemorates the anniversary with a weekend of talks and slide presentations, demonstrations of the Subway’s fully restored “Casey Jones” speeder, food, and vendors.  Unlimited  rides on the museum railroad bring back memories of travel aboard electric trolley cars of the Subway era.  No reservations required.  Special event prices prevail.

The New York Museum of Transportation is open year ’round, Sundays only, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Group visits on weekdays can be made by appointment. Train rides are offered on the only electric trolley operation in New York State. In the museum a variety of trolleys, a steam locomotive, and road vehicles on display provide a unique hands-on learning experience for all ages. A large model railroad, gallery, and gift shop are also featured. The museum is located at 6393 East River Road, W. Henrietta, NY. For details: (585) 533-1113 or info@nymtmuseum.org.

Trail Maintenance @ Rob's Trail West Parking Lot
Jun 26 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Robs ExtensionThis Sunday, Springwater Trails will be working with the Nature Conservancy to haul supplies for a footbridge across the gully and to help construct the remaining sections of Rob’s Trail extension. Please note the time change as we try to work with the Nature Conservancy schedule.  Since we are planning this workday in real time, please check back here for updates. Please send John an email (vp@springwatertrails.org) if you are planning to come.

Rob’s Trail is one of the favorite hikes for Springwater Trails. The Central & Western New York Chapter of the Nature Conservancy built this trail in memory of Rob van der Stricht, their Board Chair who died in 2006.  The trail from Rt 15A to Canadice Lake was opened in 2008.

In 2014, the Nature Conservancy announced plans to extend Rob’s Trail down to Hemlock Lake and the along the old road to the North Boat Launch. Based on the map published in the announcement, and on scouting done by Rick Osiecki, Springwater Trails led a hike from the west side of Hemlock Lake to the east side of Canadice last year, and this spring we hiked the partially completed extension from Rt 15A to the Hemlock North boat launch.

The work season for Rob’s Trail is just starting. There is a bridge to be built This Sunday, Springwater Trails will join the Nature Conservancy as they start the planned completion of this trail. Last Friday, we got a message requesting assistance with the work this spring, and decided to devote our trail maintenance Sunday to this trail.  John took responsibility for planning and things have fallen into place.  So please join us, and bring family members and friends, to help get this work off to a great start.

Details:

We will meet at the new trailhead/parking lot on the west side of 15A. This parking area is slightly north of the end of Old Bald Hill South and the original Rob’s Trail parking area.  It connects directly to the Extension trail without crossing 15A.  We will meet at 11:00AM. If you can’t make it at 11:00, please come as soon as possible and hike down the trail (west toward Hemlock Lake) to meet us. The upper part of the trail should be easy to follow.  Bring work gloves and loppers.  Be prepared  for some digging in the dirt.

John will cater a social afterwards right at the parking area.  Please contact him if you can help with the social – Springwater Trails will pay for the food.

Directions:

From Springwater: Go north on 15A for 6.0 miles.  The parking area is on the left just after the north end of Old Bald Hill South.

From Hemlock: Go south on 15A for 5.1 miles.  The parking area is on the right just before the north end of Old Bald Hill South.

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Ontario Pathways, hiking, biking and raspberries @ Canandaigua
Jul 3 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Just when you thought you had seen the last of us, here we are again, leading our favorite hiking group, on a great level trail in our new home area.

We’re meeting at the west end of the Ontario Pathways trail, In the parking lot on Ontario St., and split into our usual 3 hiking groups.  Then, each group will pool into 1 or 2 cars, to their starting point, and hike back to the meeting area.  Climbers will go to CR 47, a distance of 5.8 miles.  Tourists will go to Freshour Rd., distance 4.3 miles.  Naturalists to CR 10, 1.5 miles.

As an added bonus, this time, there are loads of raspberry bushes alongside many parts of the OP trail, and there should be lots of ripe berries, begging to be picked.  You can fill your berry baskets to take home, or simply enjoy a healthy trailside snack on your hike.

If you prefer to ride your bike today, the flat OP trail is a great place to do it.  Ride east on the trail till 5 PM and head back.  A round trip from the Ontario St. lot to Depot Rd. will be about 15 miles.

If you’d like to earn some freebies, doing your favorite activity, leave a little early and pick up an OP passport book at Wegman’s.  You will encounter several rubbing spots on this trail. The Wegman family is rewarding you for your healthy lifestyle, so that you will live longer and buy more of their good food.

And, we mustn’t forget our post hike social.  The New Covenant Baptist Church is located on the south side of CR 46, where the trail crosses this road, just east of CR 10.  The members of this church are very friendly to hikers.  There is a picnic table under a shelter (in case of rain).  We will bring a folding table and you could bring one too, as well as chairs and, of course, your delicious dish to pass (start baking, Char) and drink.

Tim Wilbur, OP president, is being sent this hike description and hopefully, we will have the pleasure of Tim and some other OP members accepting our invitation of joining us for this one.  This hike will be more fulfilling if you visit the good OP web site, www.ontariopathways.org, before the hike.  You can print a map of the trail to take with you, which you should find quite helpful.

Directions from Springwater:

North on NY 15A
R on US 20A
At the T, where US 20A joins NY 64, turn L
Go R on Fisher Hill Rd.
L on CR 32
At 5 & 20, go straight.  Becomes Bristol St.
L on Main St.
R on Ontario St, to Parking lot on L side.

If you want to go to Wegman’s before the hike:

Follow above directions. When you get to 5 & 20, turn R.  Wegmans is on the R side.

From Wegman’s, R on 5 & 20
L on CR 10, just past Aldi on L
Go straight across first rotary, 3/4 around on second.  This will put you west on CR 4, which becomes Ontario St.  Go to parking lot on R

 

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Hemlock Lake Paddle @ South Boat Launch
Jul 10 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The NY DEC Map of the Hemlock Canadice State Forest.  Click on the image to access a full brochure.

The NY DEC Map of the Hemlock Canadice State Forest. Click on the image to access a full brochure.

This hike will celebrate Hemlock Lake. On March 31, 1807, Seth Knowles and his family crossed the length of Hemlock Lake on the ice to take possession of a cabin he had built the previous year about a mile south of the southern end of the lake.  They were the first known white residents in the future hamlet of Springwater.

We will paddle the lake in the reverse direction from the South Boat Launch to the North Boat Launch (approximately 6 miles). Meanwhile, hikers can hike from the north boat launch, along the eastern shoreline to the bench and back.

Boaters will meet at the South Boat Launch with your canoe or kayak at 3PM to unload.  At 3:30 PM the car shuttle will leave for the North Boat Launch where drivers will be given a ride back to the start. This should get us on the water by 4PM.  We will have an on shore social about half way up the lake, so bring a sandwich and drink for yourself. Each paddler must have a PFD and is recommended to have a whistle and rope.

South boat launch area

South boat launch area

Hikers will meet at the North Boat Launch at 4PM and will hike south on the old lake road for an hour. South of the bench, this trail becomes the new extension of Rob’s Trail and  continues along the shore to about the halfway point of the lake. Hikers will stop at the bench or farther south for a mid-hike social, so bring a sandwich and drink.  After the snack, hikers will return to the north boat launch.

All hikers and boaters should bring a sandwich and drink for themselves for a mid trip social.

Directions: Boaters will meet at the South Boat Launch at 3:00 PM. Hikers will meet at the North Boat Launch at 4:00 PM. Please click on the appropriate boat launch for driving directions.

To assist with our planning, please RSVP to hikes@springwatertrails.org if you plan to attend.  Let us know if you will be hiking or boating, and whether you need to borrow a boat – there are a limited number of boats owned by regular hikers which can be made available on a first RSVP basis – if you do not RSVP, there will not be any extra boats.

Please note that the boating will be limited to experienced boaters who are able to handle their boat in case of an emergency.  Please wait for another opportunity to learn to Kayak. All hikers interested in a easy hike on a beautiful finger lake are welcome to join the hikers at 4:00.

 

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THE STREETS OF ROCHESTER @ New York Museum of Transportation
Jul 17 all-day

 

The museum’s archives are opened with this presentation of a selection of vintage street scenes in the Flower City.  Antique autos, trolleys, buses and trucks will be seen, along with the neighborhoods and downtown of long ago.  Showings at 12:30 and 2:30.

The New York Museum of Transportation is open year ’round, Sundays only, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Group visits on weekdays can be made by appointment. Train rides are offered on the only electric trolley operation in New York State. In the museum a variety of trolleys, a steam locomotive, and road vehicles on display provide a unique hands-on learning experience for all ages. A large model railroad, gallery, and gift shop are also featured. The museum is located at 6393 East River Road, W. Henrietta, NY. For details: (585) 533-1113 or info@nymtmuseum.org.

Canadice Lake Paddle @ Canoe Boat Launch
Jul 17 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

A combination of the expectation of another hot, sunny Sunday and relaxing last week on Hemlock lake, plus the frustration of trying to find a pleasant hike from Reynolds Gull to Wheaton Hill Trails, has caused a change in our Sunday Bicentennial Hike.

canadice lake tri-modal - June 21, 2015 003This Sunday, we will take advantage of Canadice Lake, the smaller of the two undeveloped Finger Lakes north of the town of Springwater. Prior to the purchase of the land around these lakes by the City of Rochester, Canadice was known as the lake with cottages for the “locals”, while Hemlock catered more to the city folk. In celebration of the Springwater Bicentennial, the Hikers will take some extra time to explore some cottage foundations remaining on the west side of Canadice Lake.

We will all meet at the Canoe Launch near the south end of Canadice Lake.  Boaters should arrive by 3:30 to allow time to unload boats and transport them to the lake. Following the hike and boating, we will have a Dish to Pass social at the Canoe Launch. Bring a dish to pass or make a donation to the Social Fund. Also bring your own beverage.

canadice lake tri-modal - June 21, 2015 026Naturalists and Tourists will car pool to the south trail entrance and will follow the trail to the west side of the lake and up the west side. Checking the time, they will turn around to return to the cars and the canoe launch at 6:00.  Climbers preferring a longer one way trip, will car pool to the north end of Canadice and arrange for a ride back with the Naturalists at the end of the hike. This trail is wide and fairly flat, allowing all hikers to enjoy the lake.

Kayak

Boaters will launch from the Canoe Launch and will head North along the shoreline to the boat launch, about a mile and a half. From there, we will head across the lake to return south to the canoe launch for a 4 or 5 mile trip.

Suggested landing area for trading kayak paddlers.

Suggested landing area for trading kayak paddlers.

A special suggestion: Boaters and Hikers may want to pair up, with one starting with the hikers and meeting the kayaker on the west side, where they can switch roles. With the low water level this weekend, landing is quite easy – the suggested location in the picture to the right is slightly north of the canoe launch. You can see the white tree above the landing area from the launch.  The path from the hike route to the water is marked by yellow tape. More information will be available at the start of the hike.

Directions: Click on Directions for detailed directions, or on the starting points below for Google directions.

HemlockCanadiceStateForestFrom Springwater: Go North on 15A for 2.7 miles. Bear right on Old Bald Hill Rd S and then an immediate right on Johnson Hill Rd. Take the first left onto Canadice Lake Rd. The Canadice Canoe Launch is 1.8 miles north of Johnson Hill Rd.

From Honeoye: Take Co Rd 37 South from 20A, Turn right after 3.7mi to stay on Co Rd 37. Stay straight onto Burch Hill Rd. At the lake, turn left onto Canadice Lake Rd. The Canadice Canoe Launch is 2.1 miles south of Burch Hill Rd.

From Hemlock and Rochester: Take NY Rt 15A south from Rochester through Lima and Hemlock.  Just past Hemlock, Rt 20A  goes left.  Continue straight on 15A for 3,2 miles after 20A.  Turn left on Purcell Hill.  At the end of Purcell Hill Rd, turn right onto Canadice Lake Rd on the east side of the lake.  The Canoe Launch is 2.9 miles south.

Hemlock Lake to Springwater – Canceled @ DEC Parking area RT 15A, west side
Jul 17 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Hemlock Lake is such a treasure for the residents of the Town of Springwater, providing opportunities for water and forest recreation year round in virtually undeveloped surroundings. I had wanted to enjoy a hike from Reynolds Gull through the Wheaton Hill trails to the entrance to the hamlet.  Half of this route is on existing trails, with the rest being through the woods and across the gullies between. Unfortunately, Linda and I tried twice to find an enjoyable route, and each time returned exhausted and discouraged. The existing trails had not been mowed and were clogged with briars and roses. Each step in the woods was taken with care to avoid the fallen trees and to find a safe route across the gullies.

As a result, this hike is canceled and replaced by a hike and paddle at Canadice Lake, a natural followup to last week’s Hemlock adventure. See the description here or below.

 

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2016
GVC Paddle on Hemlock Lake July 23rd @ Hemlock Lake
Jul 23 @ 7:00 am

Paddle Hemlock Lake on this Genesee Valley Conservancy (GVC) organized event.  more info at  – – – http://www.geneseevalleyconservancy.org/events

verbatim from the website – –

“Bring your favorite kayak or canoe to Hemlock Lake to enjoy an early morning paddle on this undeveloped Finger Lake.  Hear from local paddler and photographer Dwight Folts on the highlights of paddling this lake.  All are welcome but you must provide your own boat, PFD, and paddle.  The paddle will be your choice, head into the inlet, paddle the shoreline, or head out into the middle of the lake to satisfy your interests.

It is a morning out with friends!

*Event supported by Steuben Trust Company”

 

  • Location: Take the gravel road from Route 15A at south end of lake to boat  launch.

This early Saturday morning GVC paddle event surely provides a different perspective than some Springwater Trails afternoon paddle events. All are welcome to this free event.

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