Hikes led by Springwater Trails are generally held on Sunday afternoons and appear in this calendar in green.
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| Hike at Mt. Morris Dam, Mt Morris 2:00 pm Hike at Mt. Morris Dam, Mt Morris @ Mt Morris Dam hike Mar 2 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm  This Sunday, we will hike the Finger Lakes Trail (FLT) starting at the Mt. Morris Dam and Visitors Center Parking Lot. We expect to enjoy the height of winter as we follow the east rim of the Letch worth … Continue reading | ||||||
| Winter Hike, Ski or Snowshoe – All Western Evergreen Farm, Springwater 2:00 pm Winter Hike, Ski or Snowshoe – All Western Evergreen Farm, Springwater @ Liberty Pole Road Mar 9 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm  You are invited to hike, ski or snowshoe on a very special private property near the Northwestern corner of Springwater on the 248 acre All Western Evergreen Nursery & Christmas Tree Farm! Note, this hike was rescheduled from 2/16/25 date which … Continue reading | ||||||
| Hike at Sandy Bottom Park, Honeoye 2:00 pm Hike at Sandy Bottom Park, Honeoye Mar 16 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm  Our hike this Sunday, March 16th will be at Sandy Bottom Nature Trail starting from Main Street across the street from Birdhouse Brewery (8716 Main Street Honeoye, NY 14471). This is where we will park and gather. The hike will … Continue reading | ||||||
| Canadice Westside Trail Hike 2:00 pm Canadice Westside Trail Hike Mar 23 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm  This week’s hike will be on Canadice Lake Trail! This is an easy, 1.8-mile each way hike along the shore of the lake; the trail is level and well-maintained and the lake views are lovely. For most hikers it will … Continue reading | ||||||
| Hike at Affolter’s Farm, Hemlock 2:00 pm Hike at Affolter’s Farm, Hemlock Mar 30 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm More details about this very special hike coming soon! Please check back. |
You are invited to hike, ski or snowshoe on a very special private property near the Northwestern corner of Springwater on the 248 acre All Western Evergreen Nursery & Christmas Tree Farm! Note, this hike was rescheduled from 2/16/25 date which was cancelled due to weather conditions.
The tree farm owned by Katherine Humphrey and daughter, Jerrianne Scheiderich was started in 1968, making 2024 the 56th year of planting trees. Participants may notice the many different species of Christmas trees planted and animal tracks to identify. Please stay on trails to avoid trampling seedlings that may not be seen under the snow. You will see hardwoods, a red pine forest (cathedral pines planted over 78 years ago), Christmas tree plantations (some trees up to 35 feet tall), a pond, wet areas and open fields and a gorgeous view from the hill tops toward East Springwater.
The entrance to the farm is at 6840 Liberty Pole Road (County Road 38, 1 mile from State Route 15 between Springwater and Webster’s Crossing). It is well marked and is on the high side of the road. There is parking to the left of the driveway opposite the Morton Building. Please follow the orange cones and park facing Liberty Pole Road.
The hike on Sunday, March 9thth will begin at 2:00pm. Please plan to arrive by 1:45pm for hike instructions and group breakouts (i.e. Naturalists/Tourists and Climbers.) Dress for the conditions and feel free to bring poles, snowshoes and or skis.
Social: After the hike, plan to warm up and join the group onsite at Katherines house. Please bring a dish to pass or small monetary donation.
Directions: NOTE: If you are following your GPS to today’s hike, check that your directions actually go to Liberty Pole Road. If your route ends on Schwartz Rd, you will find you are a long way from the parking area you are looking for!
From Springwater: Go west from the Springwater light on Rt 15 North. Just past the top of the hill, turn left on Co Rd 38 (Liberty Pole Rd). The farm is on the left 1.1 miles from Rt 15 at 6840 Liberty Pole Rd.
From Geneseo: Go south on NY 63. About 6.4 miles after passing Rt 408, turn left on County Road 1 at Groveland. This road becomes CR 1A at Scottsburg (rt 256) and then Liberty Pole Rd (CR 38). It is 7.1 miles from Groveland to the All Western Evergreen Tree Farm.
From Honeoye: Take 20A west to Hemlock and 15A south to Springwater. Then follow the Springwater directions.
From Rochester: Take I390 south to Exit 9 (NY 15 / Lakeville). Turn left onto NY 15 and follow Rt 15 through Lakeville and Livonia (16.5 miles). Just past Webster’s Crossing stay straight on CR 60 when Rt 15 bears left. Take the first right off CR 60 onto Liberty Pole Rd (CR 38). The farm is on the left at 6840 Liberty Pole Rd.
Our hike this Sunday, March 16th will be at Sandy Bottom Nature Trail starting from Main Street across the street from Birdhouse Brewery (8716 Main Street Honeoye, NY 14471). This is where we will park and gather.
The hike will begin at 2:00pm. Please plan to arrive by 1:45pm for hike instruction and participation in our beloved group photo.
The hike will begin by exploring the beach then progress to the loop nature trail where hikers will be treated to early spring sights and sounds of the surrounding woods and open field and then return to Main Street. Our hike (about 2.5 miles) will be a combination of field and woods on a relatively flat terrain.
Social: Please join us afterwards at the BirdHouse Brewing Company at 8713 Main Street, Honeoye, for restorative food and beverages and some entertainment. http://birdhousebrewing.beer
This week’s hike will be on Canadice Lake Trail!
This is an easy, 1.8-mile each way hike along the shore of the lake; the trail is level and well-maintained and the lake views are lovely. For most hikers it will be a walk along the lake for an hour or so and then back the same way; more enthusiastic hikers can veer off on Rob’s Trail that leads over the ridge and down to Hemlock Lake – this is a moderate to hard trail with several steep uphill and downhill section. Dress appropriately for the weather, carry water and some energy food, and carry a walking pole if it helps. Leashed pets are welcome.
The Meet-Up Location
All hikers will meet at 1:45pm in the parking area off Purcell Hill Road, Town of Canadice, Ontario County. Google Maps (leaves this website) Click here for directions. Please plan to arrive early enough to park and get dressed for the weather conditions.
The Social: The after-hike social will be at the Bird House Tavern off Main Street in Honeoye NY.
More details about this very special hike coming soon! Please check back.
No hike has been scheduled for this date due to the Easter Holiday. Enjoy the break, spend time with loved ones and eat chocolate bunnies. This will give you something to burn off next week 
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