This Sunday we will hike a section of the old Erie Railroad has been very well maintained by the many private landowners and runs along the west hillside overlooking Lawrence Gull and the Springwater valley. Springwater Trails Hiking Group would like to thank the many private landowners that allow us to hike on their properties.

Hikers will split into three groups but essentially walk the same trail. Each group will walk at their own pace. We will start the hike off Becker Road where the Erie Railroad once crossed and walk the railroad bed for about a mile to the north. At this point the Climbers will venture off on some of the side trails where permitted returning back down to the railroad bed to continue on north.

The Tourist group will have the option to follow the Climbers or continue down the railroad bed.

The Naturalists will continue down the railroad bed.  At about 3:15, all groups will turn around and follow the railroad bed back to Becker Rd. The Naturalists will have the option to exit the railroad via a private trail down into Lawrence gull where a vehicle will be parked to shuttle them back to the start of the hike.

Most of the trail is dry but the weather before this Sunday’s hike calls for rain.The side trails might be slippery.  Sunday should be sunny and a high of 40 degrees.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Dress according to the weather on Sunday. Poles for the side trails, traction devices or good treaded shoes will be useful on the slippery trails. Slippers for the optional holiday social will help keep your feet warm.

The after hike holiday social will be held at Katherine’s. There will be a hot ham, cranberry relish, and holiday beverages.  Bring a dish to pass or a small five dollar donation would be helpful. (Directions to the social will be available at the hike).

DIRECTIONS :

From The village of Springwater, head South on Route 15 toward Wayland. At the top of Springwater hill turn right onto Becker Road. Drive about 2 miles til past Lawrence Gull where we will meet to start the hike.

From Dansville, head east on Route 63 toward Wayland. About 1 mile from Wayland, turn left onto Buffalo Street. Drive for about 2 miles, to a spot about a quarter mile after Pokey Moonshine Rd where the hike will start.

From Naples: take Rout 21 to Wayland and continue West on Route 63 for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Buffalo Street. Drive 2 miles, to a spot about a quarter mile after Pokey Moonshine Rd where the hike will start. where the hike will start.