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Schribner Valley Hike, Springwater
Join us for the final hike of the year for Springwater Trails. This hike will be on private property on Schribner Rd in Springwater.
NOTE: Bow and Muzzel loading seasons are open on the day of the hike, but at the time of the hike, no hunters will be on most of the private land hosting our hike.
We will have two or three hikes available, depending on demand. All hikes will start at the Hopkins’ home, located on the south west side of Schribner Rd just before (if you are coming from Tabors Corner) the intersection with Giles Rd.
All hikers will leave from the front of the house and will follow the trail by the woodshed, and along the creek, by the A-Frame to the blueberries.
At this point, the climbers and tourists will turn left down to the stream and then up to the hardwood forest. The climbers will take several switchbacks to get to the potato fields. Continuing up the hill, we will enjoy the views of the fields and follow the edge of the forest around to an entrance to the forest on the west side. From there we will head north to cross Giles Rd where we will stop briefly to investigate a cemetery from the 1880s. The trail continues north along a small creek which eventually flows into the Chesapeake Bay. From there, we will make our way back to the house for some more socializing.
Meanwhile, the tourists take a more direct route to the west side exit to the potato field. A quick U-turn will take us to the north trail, past the cemetery, around the valley and back to the house.
When the Naturalists depart from the climbers, they will continue north west along pine forests planted in the 30s and 50s and through some older natural white pines. We will pass the multicolored barn to follow a loop through the woods. Unless a one-horse sleigh picks us up, we will continue back south and cross the “bumpy” field to the house.
Following the hikes, all hikers are invited to join us for a seasonal social at the house. We will have a ham to share. Please bring a side dish or appetizer or dessert and your favorite beverage. Or make a small donation to the social fund.
Preview: Rather than a hike on New Years Eve, Springwater Trails is again leading a hike on New Years Day as part of the state-wide First Day Hikes program. Please join us at 2:00 at the north end of Canadice Lake. You will meet many hikers new to Springwater Trails. Or if you are more adventurous, there are 8 hikes on the Greenway, and one near Alfred at Phillips Creek State Forest. Check out the map. Its a great way to start the new year.
These directions are being provided because Schribner and Giles are seasonal roads at the north west ends. If you use your GPS, please be sure that you are coming up Schribner Rd from Tabors Corners Rd. Enter Tabors Corners and Schribner Rd, Wayland NY. Just to make sure you have good directions for the winter, check that the directions do not include Strutt St or Quanz Rd or Giles Rd. And whatever the weather is like, do not turn onto Schribner Rd from Strutt St (you will regret it!).
When you get onto Schribner Rd, continue for 1 mile. The driveway is on the left one mile up Schribner Rd and about 10 feet before the intersection with Giles Rd. There is room for a few cars in the driveway, or turn around at the intersection and park on the the road. You may also park on the second driveway on the far side of the intersection, although, if you pull up the driveway, others may park behind you!
From Springwater: Head north on Rt 15A from the light in Springwater. Take the first right on Wheaton Hill Rd (Co Rd 16). Turn right on Wetmore Rd at the stop sign at the top of the hill. At the end of Wetmore, bear right on Tabors Corners Rd. After 3.5 miles turn right on Schribner Rd. Follow the directions above in green.
From Wayland: From Rt 15, head east on Rt 21 toward North Cohocton for 3 miles. Turn left on Tabors Corners Rd (Steuben Co Rd 37). After 2 miles, turn left on Schribner Rd (the second left). Follow the directions above in green.
From Honeoye: From Rt 20A, head south on Ontario Co Rd 37. At Canadice, continue straight ahead on Canadice Hill Rd as Co Rd 37 turns right. When Ross Rd bears to the right, take the right. This avoids the potholes in the dirt road straight ahead. In 2.7 miles, turn left on Tibbles Rd (the first left road on Ross Rd. In 1.1 miles turn right onto Wetmore Rd. Stay on Wetmore up over the hill to the end (2.2 miles). Bear right on Tabors Corners Rd. Turn right at 3.5 miles onto Scribner Rd. Follow the directions above in green.
From the East Lake Rd in Honeoye or From Naples: Rather than traveling north to reach 20A or Co Rd 37, hikers from east of Honeoye Lake may go south to Ontario Co Rd 36 and follow Co Rd 36 to Naples. Turn right on Rt 21 south. Turn right to stay on Rt 21 for 4.5 miles to N Cohocton. Turn right to stay on Rt 21 towards Wayland. After 3.8 miles turn right on Tabors Corners Rd (Steuben Co Rd 37). After 2 miles, turn left on Schribner Rd (the second left). Follow the directions above in green.
Mendon Ponds Park Hike
Join us on Sunday Nov 19th for a Fairy decent hike. Everyone will meet at the Nature Center parking area at 27 Pond Road, Mendon at 1:45 for a 2PM start.
Naturalists will explore the Nature Trail and parts of Birdsong and Quaker Pond Trails. Birdsong and the Nature Trails are noted for feeding the chickadees from your palm so bring some birdseed and give it a try. This hike is a loop with a length of about 1.5miles with the option to add another 1/4mile loop towards the end.
Climbers will start on the Nature Trail, cut over to the Grassland and Devil’s Bathtub trails, West Esker Trail, Kennedy Bog and back to see the Fairy Houses(see above) on the Nature Trail. Hike length is about 3.3 miles.
Please note: Climbers will experience several steep ascents and descents. Hiking poles are recommended.
Social afterwards at Flaherty’s Restaurant, 60 W. Main Street, Honeoye Falls.
Directions to Nature Center:
From Springwater: Head north on 15A for 21.6 miles through Hemlock and Lima. Take a right at the exit to Honeoye Falls. Stay on W Main St into the village where you will join NY 65 (1.9 mi). Continue straight onto NY 65 for 4.4 mi. (At 2 miles, you will go around a traffic circle. Stay on NY 65.) Turn right onto Pond Rd at the first park entrance. The Nature Center is just inside the entrance, on the right.
From Honeoye, take US 20A west and head north on CR 37 for 8.2 miles to W Bloomfield. Continue straight on NY 65 for about 3 miles, and make a right on Quaker Meeting House Road just before you come into Honeoye Falls. When Quaker Meeting House Road ends at Route 251 (Rush-Mendon Road), go left and then right on Route 65/Clover Street. The Pond Road entrance to the park is about 2 miles to the north, on the right. The Nature Center is just inside the entrance, on the right.
From Rochester: Exit I590 at Monroe Ave toward Pittsford. Turn right (south) onto NY 65 (Clover St). In about 6.7 you will come to the Canfield Road entrance to the park – this is not the one you want. Continue another 1.5 miles, then turn left onto Pond Rd, the second entrance into the park. The Nature Center is just inside the entrance, on the right.
Directions to Flaherty’s for Social: From Nature Center parking lot, go left to Clover Street (Route 65) and then left toward Honeoye Falls. Proceed about 5.5 miles to Honeoye Falls and through the center of the village. Flaherty’s will be on your left at #60 W. Main Street, which is Route 65.
Harriet Hollister Spencer Park Hike
Join us for a 2pm hike at the Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area. Harriett was a Rochester horticulturist, rose expert and civic leader. Over 600 acres in the park was donated to New York State from her estate in the 1960’s. It is part of the New York State Park System. There is a panoramic view of the countryside from the Overlook Trail. On a clear day, the Rochester skyline is visible. For some, this will be a familiar destination, for others an opportunity to explore a variety of trails through the forest with some intriguing terrain. As usual we will gather at 1:45 at the designated parking area to welcome everyone and to form our hiking groups. Maps will be provided to hike leaders.
Naturalists will head out on Bear Cub to the Chalet Trail. Chalet is an old road that once led to a large chalet and cabins which housed a camp at one time. Two of the old red cabins are still standing. This group will cross a few bridges, pass a pond, and make their way to the great scenic view Overlook. Then it’s a half mile hike up Overlook Rd to return to the starting point. Total mileage about 2.8 miles.
Climbers/Tourists will also start with Bear Cub and on to Chalet Trail. Then its on to Blue Spruce, Upper and Lower Sidewinder, Racoon, Fox Run and they will also enjoy a stop at the famous Overlook. Total mileage is about 4.2 miles.
The weather forecast for Sunday includes rain throughout our hiking period. In case the forecast is correct, the following shorter hikes will be followed:
Naturalists will follow white flag markers, starting on Bypass Trail and on to Chalet Trail. Chalet is an old road that once led to a large chalet and cabins which housed a camp at one time. Two of the old red cabins are still standing. If this group chooses, they can get a closer look or continue on, passing through old pines and make their way to the great scenic view Overlook. Then it’s a half mile hike up Overlook Rd to return to the starting point. Total mileage about 1.6 miles.
Tourists will follow yellow flag markers to Chalet Trail. Then it’s on to Deer Run(full of twists and turns), pass a pond, then on to Pine Trail. They will also enjoy a stop at the famous Overlook. Total mileage is about 2.5 miles.
Climbers will travel with Tourists to Chalet Trail but turn down Doremus Trail. Then it’s on to Hill & Valley, Red Spot(tree markers have big red spots). They head back following a trail below Overlook Rd. still being able to glimpse the great scenic Overlook. Total mileage is about 2.7miles
Social: Following the hike please join us for some food/drink at the Birdhouse Brewing Company, 8716 Main Street, Honeoye .
Directions (6775 Canadice Hill Road, Springwater, NY)
From Springwater: Take Rt. 15A and turn up Wheaton Hill Rd. Drive all the way to Wetmore Rd. and turn left. Continue straight onto Canadice Hill Rd. and drive another 2 miles to the park on the right.
From Rochester: Take 390 South to Exit 10 (5&20). Turn left onto Rt 5&20 and head towards Lima. Turn right on Rt 15A thru Hemlock. Turn left on Rt 20A and head towards Honeoye. Turn right on County Rd 37. Continue on 37 straight onto Canadice Hill Rd. The main parking lot is 3 miles down on your left.
From the Southern tier: Take 390 North to Wayland Exit 3. Turn right on Rt15. Head north to Springwater. Go straight onto Rt 15A. Take Rt. 15A and turn right up Wheaton Hill Rd. Drive all the way to Wetmore Rd. and turn left. Continue straight onto Canadice Hill Rd. and drive another 2 miles to the park on the right.
To the Social: From the park, return to the north on Canadice Hill Road and County Road 37, to Route 21A. Make a right and go down the hill and into Honeoye. A few doors past the light, the Birdhouse Brewring Company is on the left at #8716.