Hike at Hickory Ridge Preserve, Naples

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Please join us on Sunday, May 7th to hike the newly renovated Hickory Ridge Trail (formerly known as the West Hill Preserve), off Seman Road in Naples. Hickory Ridge is alive with migrating birds in the spring. Over 150 bird species have been identified at the preserve. The list includes 10 species of hawks and falcons, 12 species of sparrows and 20 species of warblers. Listen for the signature drumming of ruffed grouse and the “who cooks for you” call of the barred owl.

Meet at 1:45pm for a 2:00pm start at 6795 Seman Road, Naples. All groups will start on the same route, with the Climbers completing the full counterclockwise loop of about 4 miles and the Tourists and Naturalists tackling the easier east side of the loop and returning as they came, for a total of 2-3 miles.  The trails are all wooded, well-groomed and wide, with gentle elevation gains. Dress appropriately for the weather.

Our Social-location will be communicated at a later date.

 

Directions:

From Springwater: Go south to Wayland and east on Route 21, through Naples. At .4 miles past Bob and Ruth’s and Route 245, take the first left onto County Road 12. IN 1.8 miles, take the left fork onto Rhine Street.  At the first intersection (3/4 mile) go left on Seman Road. The Hickory Ridge parking area will be on your left in about a half mile.

From Honeoye:  Go south on East Lake Road, then turn left onto County Road 33 (Egypt Valley Road). Continue on 33 all the way to the intersection with County Road 34; keep straight on County Road 33, whose name now changes to West Hollow Road. Continue for 4.3 miles, passing Clement Road on your right. Turn left on Seman Road. Go 1.3 miles to Hickory Ridge Trailhead on your right.

From Rochester/Victor/Canandaigua: Follow 5 and 20 to Route 64, Then south on Route 64 through the Bristol Valley about 13 miles to Bristol Springs.Just past Gannett Hill Road, go right on County Road 12. Go 2.8 miles, pass the Scenic Overlook, and take a right on Oakley Road. At the intersection in 3/4 mile, go straight onto Seman Road. In a half mile, the trailhead will be on your left.

Naples Creek Hike

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PLEASE NOTE: This is a change from the earlier posted hike location, as Hickory Ridge is closed for the winter. 

Please join us on Sunday January 12th for a winter hike along Naples Creek between Mark Circle and Route 245, with an optional detour into the trail systems of Naples Community Park and Hi Tor. This is a flat and easy basic hike, with more of a workout for those who want some elevation.

Meet at 1:45 for a 2PM start at the large parking area on the north side of Mark Circle, just beyond the small Fishing Access lot,  All groups will head east along the Naples Creek Trail.  Tourists and Naturalists will follow along the creek to Ontario Street and back (about 1.5 miles) or all the way to Route 245 and back (about 3 miles). Climbers will follow the creek trail to the Finger Lakes Trail intersection, then head up into Hi Tor briefly and return via Naples Community Park, then returning along the creek to Mark Circle, for about 4-5 miles.  Trails are in good condition, with a light snow cover. Bring poles and good traction footwear if you intend to go up the hill into Hi Tor.

Our Social: Join us afterwards at the Redwood Restaurant, 6 Cohocton Street,Naples (on Route 21 just west of the intersection with Route 53 to Prattsburgh).

For menu see        https://redwood-restaurant.jimdosite.com/menu/

Directions:

From Springwater: Go south to Wayland and east on Route 21, to Naples. Turn right on Mark Circle, just past the Middletown Tavern. The parking area is on your left, just past the Lost Sock and the fishing access and bridge.

From Honeoye:  Go south on County Road 36, coming into Naples next to the Middletown Tavern. Make a left on Main Street, then take your first right on Mark Circle. The parking area is on your left, just past the Lost Sock and the fishing access and bridge.

From Rochester/Victor/Canandaigua: Follow 5 and 20 to Route 64, then south to join Route 21 at Bristol Springs. Continue into Naples and through the center of town. Turn left on Mark Circle, just before the Middletown Tavern. The parking area is on your left, just past the Lost Sock and the fishing access and bridge.

To the Social: Return to Main Street, go left and then bear right at the intersection with Route 53. The Redwood is the second building on your left.

 

Mount Morris Dam Hike

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This Sunday we will hike the Finger Lakes Trail (FLT) starting at the Mt. Morris Dam and Visitors Center Parking Lot, as well as the Wildlife Loop Trail within the Dam property.  We expect to enjoy the height of summer colors and, as we follow the east rim of the Letch worth Gorge, the spectacular views of the gorge and Genesee River below.

The Wildlife Loop trail within the dam property is beautiful in its own right, with forest and grassy fields.

Three levels of hiking are planned – “Climbers”, “Tourist, and Naturalists”.

The Tourists will hike south on the yellow blazed (FLT) trail along the rim of the gorge, jogging east slightly away from the river across a boardwalk through a small wet area, stop at Hogsback Overlook to view the Hogsback formation of the river gorge, continue on the trail and after hiking 1 hour, turning around to head back.  On the way back, we will follow the same yellow blazes but take the alternate orange blazed trail along the rim of the gorge which joins back up with the yellow trail, back to the parking lot.  Total hike is 3.25 miles. Tourists may wish to walk the “Wildlife Loop”, once back to the parking lot.

The Naturalists may wish to walk the “Wildlife Loop” that starts to the right of the visitors center.  (blue trail)

The Climbers who want a longer hike can hike from the Visitors Center following the yellow blaze Finger Lakes trail down to Lorenz Park in the village and return back on the Finger Lakes Trail. Climbers can continue along the Finger Lakes Trail south  following the yellow blaze markers  along gorge trail to complete the 2 hour hike.

 The Hike Assembly Point:

The Visitors Center should be open with bathrooms, however, if closed,  there is a bathroom adjacent to the parking lot that may be open on the day of the hike.  All hikers will begin the hike at the Mt. Morris Dam Visitor Center Parking Lot.  The trail access is at the west end of the parking lot (to your left as you face the gorge).

Social:

After the hike, all are welcome to gather at the larger pavilion located adjacent to the parking lot.  Bring a dish to pass or a donation to the club fund would be appreciated, drink, and a chair.

Directions:

The Mt Morris Dam Visitor Center is about 45 minutes from Springwater, so please plan ahead. If you have a GPS, try entering Mt Morris Dam as your destination. Or enter Damsite Rd or 6103 Visitor Center Rd, Mt Morris.

From Springwater: Take Rt 15N and then left on Liberty Pole Rd.  Stay on that road all the way to Rt63. There, take a left, and a quick right, onto Rt 258. At Rt 36, take a right and proceed to Mt. Morris. Turn left onto NY-408 South.

From Wayland: you can take I-390 north to exit 7. Turn left at the exit on NY-408 S to Mt. Morris. NY-408 goes left at Main St, then right on Chapel St.

From Hemlock and Honeoye: follow 20A West through Livonia and Lakeville to 390S. Exit at exit 7 NY 408 S to Mt Morris. Stay on 408 through Mt Morris.

From Rochester: Take I-390S to Exit 7 NY 408S.  Stay on Rt 408 through Mt Morris.

From NY 408 in Mt Morris: Go south on 408 for 1.8 miles to Visitor Center Rd. Turn right at the Visitor Center Road and follow the road all the way to the Dam and Visitor Center Parking lot.

ional details about this hike are coming soon.  Please check back.

Mount Morris Dam Hike

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This Sunday we will hike the Finger Lakes Trail (FLT) starting at the Mt. Morris Dam and Visitors Center Parking Lot, as well as the Wildlife Loop Trail within the Dam property.  We expect to enjoy the height of summer colors and, as we follow the east rim of the Letch worth Gorge, the spectacular views of the gorge and Genesee River below.

The Wildlife Loop trail within the dam property is beautiful in its own right, with forest and grassy fields.

Three levels of hiking are planned – “Climbers”, “Tourist, and Naturalists”.

The Tourists will hike south on the yellow blazed (FLT) trail along the rim of the gorge, jogging east slightly away from the river across a boardwalk through a small wet area, stop at Hogsback Overlook to view the Hogsback formation of the river gorge, continue on the trail and after hiking 1 hour, turning around to head back.  On the way back, we will follow the same yellow blazes but take the alternate orange blazed trail along the rim of the gorge which joins back up with the yellow trail, back to the parking lot.  Total hike is 3.25 miles. Tourists may wish to walk the “Wildlife Loop”, once back to the parking lot.

The Naturalists may wish to walk the “Wildlife Loop” that starts to the right of the visitors center.  (blue trail)

The Climbers who want a longer hike can hike from the Visitors Center following the yellow blaze Finger Lakes trail down to Lorenz Park in the village and return back on the Finger Lakes Trail. Climbers can continue along the Finger Lakes Trail south  following the yellow blaze markers  along gorge trail to complete the 2 hour hike.

 The Hike Assembly Point:

The Visitors Center should be open with bathrooms, however, if closed,  there is a bathroom adjacent to the parking lot that may be open on the day of the hike.  All hikers will begin the hike at the Mt. Morris Dam Visitor Center Parking Lot.  The trail access is at the west end of the parking lot (to your left as you face the gorge).

Social:

After the hike, all are welcome to gather at the larger pavilion located adjacent to the parking lot.  Bring a dish to pass or a donation to the club fund would be appreciated, drink, and a chair.

Directions:

The Mt Morris Dam Visitor Center is about 45 minutes from Springwater, so please plan ahead. If you have a GPS, try entering Mt Morris Dam as your destination. Or enter Damsite Rd or 6103 Visitor Center Rd, Mt Morris.

From Springwater: Take Rt 15N and then left on Liberty Pole Rd.  Stay on that road all the way to Rt63. There, take a left, and a quick right, onto Rt 258. At Rt 36, take a right and proceed to Mt. Morris. Turn left onto NY-408 South.

From Wayland: you can take I-390 north to exit 7. Turn left at the exit on NY-408 S to Mt. Morris. NY-408 goes left at Main St, then right on Chapel St.

From Hemlock and Honeoye: follow 20A West through Livonia and Lakeville to 390S. Exit at exit 7 NY 408 S to Mt Morris. Stay on 408 through Mt Morris.

From Rochester: Take I-390S to Exit 7 NY 408S.  Stay on Rt 408 through Mt Morris.

From NY 408 in Mt Morris: Go south on 408 for 1.8 miles to Visitor Center Rd. Turn right at the Visitor Center Road and follow the road all the way to the Dam and Visitor Center Parking lot.

ional details about this hike are coming soon.  Please check back.