Events for July 2018

We will walk one or more loops at Beaver Lake. Then we will meet kayakers outside the Beaver Lake exit booth and drive to Fair Haven. In the state park (free for 62 and over), we will paddle upstream (no strong current) for about one hour and return to the parking lot. Bring PFD, sunblock, […]

As we drive through Pulaski, we will stop at the “world famous” Colosse Cheese Store. Then we will walk around the campgrounds (looking for free lunch) and on the Pulaski HS x-country course. We will have our picnic lunch on the beach or on the bluff. Jerry Smith,

We will hike a piece of the FLT that starts just in Schuyler County into Tompkins County. We will be hiking mostly thru the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management area. We will be doing a point to point hike, so car pool will be done to facilitate overall hike. If you are working on your E2E on the […]

We will enjoy a late summer afternoon hike on the bluffs overlooking Lake Ontario. After the hike anyone that wants to stay can enjoy a snack and watch the sunset. We will also invite YM’s from other nearby Chapters of the ADK to join us. Michael Burkett, 315-263-2268,

Meet the leader the Welcome Center on Route 12 South which is 0.1 miles south of Exit 50 off of Route 81. Can we carpool over the bridge to Ivy Lea Park? We will pedal from the bridge to downtown Gananoque. Lunch will be eaten at the ‘french fry wagon’ in the village park or […]

Join me for an evening ride under the shade from Sims Store to downtown Jordan. Off-road bike is recommended. It is about a 2 hour ride round trip. Watch out for rabbits! Bring your bike helmet, a snack and some water. Jerry Smith,

We will walk the varying landscape of the MacSherry Trail before entering the park (free 62 and older) for a picnic on Morgan Island. Bring a cooler with your picnic lunch. Bring a PFD if you plan to paddle. Jerry Smith,

Kathy has 16 miles on the eastern FLT to complete. Approx 1600’ elevation gain over Brock Mountain. Route 206 to Holiday Brook Road. Some rugged trail. Will get an early start. Kathy & Jon Bowen, 315-638-8749,

Starting in the village of Chittenango, we will hike the Creek Walk along Chittenango Creek to its’ end at Russell Street. We will then walk about 3 blocks to Sullivan Park and walk the “healthy heart” trail in the park. We’ll car pool from the parking lot in front of the Tops market on Route […]

We will kayak and/or paddle board on Onondaga Lake for an hour or two. There are kayak and SUP rentals (including PFD’s) available at Onondaga Lake for those that need them. We will meet right at the rental shed on the lake at 11:00 am. PFD’s are required. Michael Burkett, 315-263-2268,

We will paddle the marsh adjacent to Lake Ontario and venture out to the lake conditions permitting.  Bring pfd, water, lunch, bathing suit, sunscreen and other gear necessary for safe travel on water.  Contact leader several days in advance for details. John Lang,

These scenic ponds are located in the Fulton Chain Wild Forest. We will also hike to the Moose River Dam. This will be a slow paced hike. Dick Lightcap, 315-682-6635

We will paddle the meandering South Sandy Creek out to the barrier beach at Lake Ontario where we will have lunch and take a short hike before returning. It will be a nice leisurely paddle. PFD required. Mary Coffin, 315-687-3589

Let’s hike some fire towers.  It’s been 10 years since we did the FT Challenge and time to revisit some of these hikes. Although short mileage for these 2 mountains, its 1600’ of elevation gain. We’ll hike Spruce and then Kane on our return. Jon Bowen 315-638-8749,

Hike the trail out to the fields at Hardscrabble Road and return to do the interpretive trail on the way back. Peg Whaley 315-633-0154

Through hike in the East Branch of Fish Creek State Forest, on the new Tug Hill Traverse Trail, along the East Branch of Fish Creek. Open hardwood forest with frequent views of the Creek. Minimal elevation change. We’ll start at the Michigan Mills trailhead, spot vehicles on the G&W road, and hike through to the […]

All who led ADK-Onondaga Chapter hikes past & present are invited. The chapter appreciates all you do to make our outings program great. Bring your appetite, a delicious brunch will be provided by the Outings Committee as a small token of our appreciation. Please RSVP by email or call no later than July 15th. Lisa […]

We will be doing maintenance on a portion of the Finger Lakes Trail/North Country Trail for which our Chapter has responsibility. Please attend and support this important activity. No special skills are required, just a genuine desire to ensure that trails are kept clear and marked for all hikers to enjoy. Bring a pair of […]

We will hike from Spruce Pond to Bardeen Road. Bring water and a snack. Peg Whaley 315-633-0154

If you are working on the ADK Fire Tower Challenge this is one of the required Catskill FT’s. This will be a 1400’ ascent on a gravel road that is not very steep according to the “Views from on High” book. Bring appropriate gear for the weather that day, lunch snacks and water. Mike Ogden, […]

Let’s walk until the sunset almost sinks into Lake Ontario. Very colorful! Bring your picnic dinner in a cooler. Jerry Smith

This is a “never-been offered” bike tour, one which I have done several times. We will begin at the Hogsback Falls on Prince of Wales Parkway and we will pedal as far as the National theatre downtown Ottawa. We will probably eat at the falls before beginning the ride. Is it an overnight outing? Maybe. […]

We will do some side cutting and general trail maintenance on Onondaga Chapter’s adopted trail on the North Country National Scenic Trail Adirondack route. Bring gloves and pruning tools if you have them. Tools will be supplied. Following the hike join Kathy and Jon Bowen at their cabin for our annual picnic. Mary Coffin, 315-687-3589, […]

We will take a hike at one of the more scenic areas of CNY. We will explore Labrador Hollow, Tinker Falls and then hike up to the scenic overlook/hang glider launch. Be sure to bring water and a snack to enjoy at the scenic overlook. Michael Burkett 315-263-2268