October 26
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Irondequoit Creek
Today we had a short, less than two hour paddle on
Irondequoit Creek with the younger memebers. All two of them! One person
paddled in a kayak for the first time ever and it was interesting watching
her go from a "nervous nelly" to listening to her sing and smile from ear
to ear as she paddled along. The three of us explored all the different
tributaries between the wier and Baycreek. Not much in the way of animal
life although we did see a couple of heron and a red tail hawk.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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October 19
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Canandaigua Lake-West River-Naples Creek
Well eight brave people got up pretty early for a Sunday
morning and headed south to Naples today. As we arrived at the boat launch,
Deni informed us that it was 25 degrees! Brrrr. Seven kayaks and one canoe
headed over to the West River and we headed up to the old railroad bridge
before heading back.
As we came back to the intersection with Naples Creek
we decided to detour and see how far we were able to go up the creek. To
our surprise someone has been maintaning the creek and we were able to go
way up the creek past Monica's pies and almost to the Naples Creek
fishing access point on Route 21. Whoever has been this a big thankyou
from all of us.
When we reurned to the lake for the return paddle to the
boat launch a few of us took time to admire the rather large eagle perched
on top of a tree just as we came out of the river access into the lake.
Along with the eagle we sighted a red tail hawk, heron, canada geece
and a assortment of ducks. On top of this we still had some pretty amazing
colors in the trees. Over all a good time was had by all .....
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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October 10-12
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Lake Lila - Photos by Steve
Trip leaders Gary DeWitt and Bill Irwin.
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October 6
Monday
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Daytrippers on West River and Canandaigua Lake - Photos by Peg
Another beautiful Monday!!! The sun tried to shine at times, the
colors were spectacular(especially when the sun did shine) and the wind
reminded us that it was there each time we paddled across the lake!!!!
We all were able to manage through the waves and wind and felt as if we
had a good workout upon returning to our cars! The West River is such a
beautiful fall paddle!!! A good way to start the week, good company and a
good paddle!!!
Trip leader - Peg Jacobs
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October 5
Sunday
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Waneta and Lamoka Lakes - Photos by Bill Lawton
Trip leader - Pete Latham
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September 28
Sunday
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Chimney Bluffs to Sodus Bay
The morning of the trip started out grey and misty with a drizzle of rain
coming down. Three paddlers started out from East Bay under a grey but
dry sky heading for the channel that runs into the lake. Upon reaching
the channel we found it had been silted over by small stones and sand so
we did a quick carry to the lake. The lake had 1 to 2 foot waves that made
for a fast and wet launch. The glacial drumlins at Chimney Bluffs were a
odd sight since I have never seen them from the lake perspective before.
Since it was still early we decided to push on to Sodus Bay for for lunch,
after coming around the pier at Sodus we headed for the beach to land and
eat lunch. The waves had picked up some and I decided it might be fun to
surf on some as they broke towards the beach. After riding a wave and
picking up some speed my boat broached and I went over about 200 yards
from shore.
With the help of Charlie and Stina I was out of the water and
back in my boat in about 10 minutes with an assisted rescue. I learned a
valuble lesson about paddling on a large body of water ...... ALWAYS ...
ALWAYS ... 1). paddle in groups of three 2).learn self and assisted
rescue skills 3). carry a bilge pump 4). carry a change of clothes in a
dry bag in a stern or bow bulkhead compartment. What could have turned
into deadly situation was instead a wet, cold and quick dip into Lake
Ontario having been prepared for the unexpected. After I changed clothes,
we ate lunch and then got back in to our boats for an uneventfull paddle
back to the put-in on East Bay.
With the exception of me going over it
was a fun trip, Thank you Charlie and Stina for helping me back into my
boat after my unexpected dip into the lake.
Trip leader - Pete Latham
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September 25
Thursday
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Erie Canal from Clover to Pittsford - Photos by Steve
We three put in at the Pittsford Crew Club dock just as the
first of six or eight shell came back in. We pushed off and got out of
the way to give them room to maneuver.
The sun was setting as we approached Schoen Place. It was hazier than
last week, so it did not get quite as dark, but we had a lovely paddle
anyway.
Trip leader - Steve Tryon
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September 22
Monday
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Daytrippers on Honeoye Lake
A lovely "fall" 2 hour paddle!!! We are so lucky
with "Monday Weather"!!! We enjoyed a paddle down the outlet, rafted up for
some goodies then the return back to the lake. A few folks chose to continue
paddling when the trip ended.
Trip leader - Peg Jacobs
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September 20
Saturday
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Irondequoit Bay & Creek-fall clean-up
Today we had four canoes and five people participate in
our annual creek clean-up. We did our part to haul in all sorts of garbage
from our local waterways.
Thanks to all who helped.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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September 18
Thursday
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Erie Canal Sunset Paddle - Photos by Steve
We had two canoeists and a kayaker out last Thursday for a beautiful,
starlit evening on the Erie Canal. We put in at Clover Street and
paddled past Pittsford. The sun set about time we turned around and
headed back west. Schoen Place has really pretty lights.
Trip leader - Steve Tryon
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September 13
Saturday
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Conesus Lake-PTFL
Three of us set out from the south end of Conesus Lake
on a overcast morning. It turned out to be another classic Charlie paddle
as we kept extending our original distance every time we got to another
cove on the lake. By the time we finally returned to the boat launch we
had paddled about 3/4 of the lake. The weather held up as it only
sprinkled for a little while near the end of our adventure.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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September 11
Thursday
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Erie Canal by Bushnell's Basin - Photos by Steve
Four of us in two canoes and two kayaks had a lovely evening on the
Erie Canal. We put in at Ayrault Road and paddled up past Bushnell's
Basin and back.
Trip leader - Steve Tryon
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September 4
Thursday
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Evening paddle on Irondequoit Creek - Photos by Sue and Steve
We had two paddlers in solo canoes, four in kayaks, and an assortment of
swans, out for a lovely evening on the creek. The forecast said mostly
cloudy, but we had mostly sunny with temperatures in the upper 70's.
Trip leader - Steve Tryon
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August 25
Monday
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Daytrippers on Black Creek
Aug 25th proved to be a lovely 'autumn' day on Black
Creek!!! The weather was a bit cool but perfect for a paddle. As with our
other AM paddles, lots of wildlife - especially herons and turtles. Fall
colors were beginning to appear, and of course, were just gorgeous!! We
paddled our leisurely pace one hour up and one hour back ... chatting along
the way. Six participants, 2 being new paddlers to our group. We won't
be paddling next week (Labour Day) but will hopefully the following week.
Trip leader - Peg Jacobs
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August 21
Thursday
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Evening paddle on Irondequoit Creek - Photos by Sue and Steve
We had eight paddlers in five kayaks and two canoes out
for a perfectly lovely evening on Irondequoit Creek.
Trip leader - Steve Tryon
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August 18
Monday
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Daytrippers on West River - Photos by Peg Jacobs
The West River and Naples Creek proved to be just as
lovely a paddle as ever!! Four of us set out for a 3 hour paddle through
the fall-like scenery. It's amazing how early the leaves turn down
in that area!!! Already we were admiring red and yellow trees, very
contrasting to the bright green water in places! Lots of turtles,
heron, and swamp life!!! The Naples Creek is blocked after about a 1/3
mile with trees down but the paddle that far is lovely. After paddling we
all made a stop and Monika's Pies and I suspect most of us had some sort
of pie for supper - what a treat!!! Next week (Monday) we'll be paddling
the Black Creek putting in at Churchville. Directions will follow.
Trip leader - Peg Jacobs
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August 16
Saturday
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Tour de Genesee - Photos by Karen Pakulski
Eight paddlers had a very enjoyable paddle down the Genesee
River from Avon to Black Creek at Ballantyne Road. We met at the take-out
area on Black Creek at the public boat launch were we consolidated paddlers
and boats before heading down to the put-in on Rts 5 and 20 just outside
Avon. After a slippery launch off a steep muddy bank of the river we were
on our way. With the help of a steady current we made very good time as
the river meandered east to west in large arcs almost ox-bowing on itself
in one spot.
We stopped for lunch at Rt 251 just outside Scottsville before setting
off again on our adventure. With the exception of two kayakers and several
small moterized fishing boats there was not much traffic on the river. The
mileage for the trip was 21.5 miles according to Bill Lawton's GPS, very
close to my estimate from the maps that I had used to plan the trip. An
outstanding time was had by all on a weather perfect day. I am already
planning next years Tour De Genesee, Geneseo to Avon since this leg was so
enjoyable.
Trip leader - Pete Latham
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August 14
Thursday
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Genesee from GVWC
Four of us enjoyed a gorgeous evening down the Genesee
to Corn Hill. It was so nice we stayed out until dusk. We know the full
moon was gorgeous behind that cloud, we just couldn't prove it by seeing
it.
Trip leader - Peg Warrick
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August 11
Monday
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Daytrippers on the Canal - Photos by Rebecca
The threat of rain put a slight damper on the start of the paddle for
Monday, August 11.
For those who came, however, it was a very enjoyable time. The sun
started shining mid-morning. We paddled into the village of Fairport. We
got out near the village at the boat rental station. The manager was
very welcoming, allowing us to leave our boats in a safe area while we
walked into the village to the Moonlight creamery. We talked about how
lovely the village is with so many interesting places to visit while we
enjoyed our ice cream treats. We paddled back with the sun overhead
taking in the sights of the lovely homes, many ducks and flowers that
dot the canal paths.
Trip leader - Rebecca Ledwin |
August 9
Saturday
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Sodus Bay Paddle
All week the weather forecast for Saturday, August 09, 2008 was not
encouraging for a paddle on Sodus Bay. We proved the forecasters wrong! The
sky was sunny with big puffy cumulus clouds. We launched at the public boat
launch on Rt. 14 in Sodus Point. Four of us, Ginger, Chris, Charlie, and Sherry
headed out on calm water. We enjoyed seeing the homes along the shore. Not
long into our paddle, we found a narrow winding stream that we just could not
pass up. We followed it for about a half mile before turning back. Heading
back out into the bay, we saw a family of swans with their little ones. After
lunch, we paddled north toward islands, the water now becoming choppy from
motorboats and jet skis. This was just a splendid outing that we all enjoyed.
Trip leaders - Ginger Black and Sherry Bennett.
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August 4
Monday
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Daytrippers on Hemlock Lake - Photos by Rebecca
It was a gorgeous day to be on the water on pristine Hemlock Lake. It was a
picture perfect day. We had several new paddlers joining us for this trip.
Aline took the day off to do something special as part of her birthday
celebration. I did wonder, however, "What happened to Norm?" Well, Norm, as
it turned out, put in at the south end of the lake while the rest of us
launched at the north end. He was kind enough to meet us as we all returned to
assist with loading boats and join the group for a picnic at Hemlock Lake State
Park. Everyone shared food. The chocolate covered nuts in a roasted garlic
jar were a special treat. A truly lovely morning!
Trip leader - Rebecca Ledwin |
July 21
Monday
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Daytrippers on West River Marsh - Photos by Rebecca
The Daytripper paddle to West River Marsh on the south end of
Canandaigua Lake was absolutely lovely. On the way out we enjoyed many
great blue herons, one that seemed to lead the way as we paddled down
the river. Several paddlers saw an eagle. We paddled to the old railroad
tressel stopping to eat lunch. On the return trip we paddled under an
old bridge following a small inlet that looped around the river. It was a
leisurely morning amidst the Bristol Hills and beautiful Canandaigua
Lake.
Trip leader - Rebecca Ledwin |
July 27
Sunday
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Keuka West Branch
Photos by John Atkins
Eight paddlers started out from the public boat launch on
Kueka St. in the center of Penn Yan. After a leisureley paddle down the
Kueka Lake outlet to the lake we formed into two groups of four. Going
down the east side of the lake the faster group broke off and headed
around 7.3 miles down the lake with second group doing slightly less.
After crossing over to the west side both groups met up at Kueka college
and had a lovely lunch on the colleges lake-side beach. A few
particapants even went for a swim from the beach before eating lunch.
After our lunch break we continued down the west side keeping an eye out
for the increasing nuumber of ski boats and jet skis that were careening
across the lake. We explored the outlet from the lake until the spillway
terminated our adventure.
After loading our boats back onto our vehicles we had an ice cream stop at
Seneca Farms Dairy on Rt. 54, its funny how we always know were the nearest
ice cream stand is after all of our paddles.
Trip Leader: Peter Latham
Photos by Stina Bridgeman
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July 22
Tuesday
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Tuesday at the Beach - Photos by Sally
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July 21
Monday
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Daytrippers on Irondequoit Creek - Photos by Rebecca
Clouds, sun, mild currents and an array of wild flowers, families of
ducks, geese and swans, marked the morning paddle today. We paddled from the
dock across from Baycreek to Ellison Park. The cattails are over 10 feet high.
A soft breeze, good water level, and gently flowing current contributed to a
relaxed and pleasureable paddle, especially going back with the current. The
group stopped briefly at Ellison Park to stretch, snack and share in stories
about the history of the park from captain of the black pearl canoe, Dennis,
member of the Penfield trails group.
As we approached the half-way point
heading back, some dark clouds and thunder loomed overhead. We picked up the
pace trying to avoid being caught in any down pours. Well ... we were in the
home stretch when the clouds opened and we were drenched. Seeking cover under
the overpass, we found a safe spot to wait until the rain subsided. Everyone
got wet, but our spirits were not dampened - in fact, it was fun. A few of us
went to Abbots for an ice cream treat before heading home to dry out. Another
great start to the week.
Trip leader - Rebecca Ledwin
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July 19
Saturday
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Honeoye Lake PTFL - Photos by Sue Green
Two paddles to choose from, a PTFL and a fun paddle.
Five paddlers took the challenge to paddle the 9.2 miles around Honeoye
Lake. All paddlers left from Sandy Bottom Park at the North End of the
lake. A very warm day with a light breeze kept the lake calm. Those on
the fun paddle kept to the West side of the lake and enjoyed the sights
with a slower pace. We had the best lunch stop with the great view from
the deck while we waited for the PTFL group to join us. We all finished
the last mile together. Two people did their first PTFL -good job!
Trip leader - Karen & Bill Pakulski
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July 17
Thursday
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Canal from Ayrault to Fairport - Photos by Steve
Trip leader - Peg Warrick
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July 7
Monday
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Daytrippers on Sterling Creek - Photos by Rebecca
The Daytrippers explored new territory today, July 14th. Sterling
Creek is a beautiful, meandering waterway teaming with birds, flowers and bass
ending at Fairhaven State Park on Lake Ontario. It was a gorgeous day with a
nice breeze, sunshine and low humidity. Along the way we paddled under scenic
bridges, saw many birds, including king fishers and blue heron, and turtles
basking on logs. Two parent swans were swimming gracefully with several
younglings as we paddled by.
At the state park we ate lunch overlooking the
beach and got wet in the lake. I can't say we swam but we had a good time
walking on the sandy beach that stretched out into the lake for quite a ways.
On the return paddle we took a slight detour. The big tree in the attached
pictures became an important landmark.
A less than graceful exit ended a most
enjoyable day (we won't say who slipped). We will definitely do this paddle
again with a few modifications. It was so much fun.! Thanks to our elite
group of adventurous paddlers!
Trip leader - Rebecca Ledwin
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July 10
Thursday
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Erie Canal in Spencerport
Thirteen kayaks and one canoe enjoyed two hours on this
beautiful section of the canal. There were enough clouds to keep the
setting sun from blinding us and the mosquitoes were not out when we
returned. Can't ask for a better evening.
Trip leader - Peg Warrick
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July 7
Monday
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Daytrippers on Irondequoit Bay - Photos by Rebecca
The Daytripper group enjoyed a beautiful paddle on Irondeqoit Bay Monday
morning. A mild breeze, calm water and a sunny day contributed to a peaceful
and enjoyable morning. We paddled from the boat launch off Irondeqoit Park
past the bridge exploring a small cove along the way. We saw several great
blue herons, swallows that live in the side of the bank, swans, ducks, a
cormorant and king fisher. In the cove there is a small house for sale.
Someone could purchase their very own island. A few tire swings dotted the
shoreline.
The group indulged in ice cream cones, sundaes and lunch at Bill Gray's
after a magnificent start to the week.
Trip leader - Rebecca Ledwin
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July 5
Saturday
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Erie canal - Fairport to Macedon - Photos by Stina
What a wonderful day for a paddle! Today we had 10 boats
from Rochester meet up with the three paddlers from the Mid-Hudson Chapter
who were paddling in our local waterways for a nice day of paddling. They
had spent Thursday thru Saturday paddling and camping along the canal from
the Black creek put in on the Genesee River before we met up with them in
Fairport. Once we met up we paddled along the canal until we got to Lock
30 in Macedon where a number of paddlers ended their adventure only to
watch as four paddlers continued into the lock and the adventure of going
thru the lock. It was the first time thru for two of the paddlers so it
added to the fun.
Additional photos by Donald Urmston of Mid-Hudson.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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July 1
Tuesday
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Lake Ontario from Durand Beach - Photos by Sally
The lake was almost like glass except for the occasional
powerboat wake. Blue skies,minimal wind and 80 degree temps. made for a
relaxing evening paddle on the lake. After a 21/2 hour paddle most of the
group headed to Bill Gray's for a well deserved ice cream . . . cookies and
cream with oreo chunks yum, yum. Not a bad way to end an evening paddle.
Trip leader - Peter Latham
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June 30
Monday
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Daytrippers on Canadice
Leisurely 2 hour paddle on Canadice Lake ..... weather was
perfect!!! Nice puffy clouds and a bit of a breeze but not enough to be a
nuisance!!! Two newcomers to our Monday Paddle ..... welcome Nancy and
Betsy!
Trip leaders - Peg Jacobs and Pat Powers
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June 29
Sunday
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Erie Canal in Lockport
Today we had a joint paddle with the Niagara Frontier
Chapter on the Erie Canal in Lockport. We had 25 boats enjoy a day of
paddling through two large locks on the canal. It was impressive seeing
that many boats in a lock all to ourselves. We even had time to create a
flotilla for a afternoon snack on the canal . . . as people were pulling out
all sorts of food from their boat hatches.
We were fortunate as the big storm that hit did not start until our ride
back towards Rochester.
Trip leaders - Charlie Helman & Carol from the N.F. Chapter
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June 28
Saturday
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Baycreek Kayak Race - Photos by Bill Lawton
Says Charlie:
I know this was not considered a ADK event today but there was ADK
participation. Frank Cabron was a paddler in the race event and did quite
well, 1st finisher in a sea kayak and 1st in his age group. Pete Latham and
I were safety boaters all day.
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June 24
Tuesday
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Lake Ontario from Durand Beach - Photos by Sally
A blue sky with two foot waves and a medium chop greeted nine paddlers in
eight boats. We kicked off the first summer season Tuesday night paddle
with a good turnout of particapants. We paddled west into the wind and
made for the west side of Charlotte Beach. With the wind and the waves at
our backs on the return leg we made double time. Hugging the shore on the
way back we observed varying styles of arhitecture of the beach-side
houses(mansions).
The group decided to hang off shore to watch as
the sun set in the westwern sky, the picture perfect way to end a paddle.
Trip leader - Peter Latham
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June 22
Sunday
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Erie Canal Paddle
This was truly an enjoyable paddle with five ADKers - Marshall, Chris, Pete,
Betsy, and Sherry. We had everything from a short wide kayak to the sleek
eddyline that really caught my eye!!!
We launched from the boat launch off Clover Street at 2:00. The weather
forecast had been threatening but the day turned out perfect for paddling. It
was fun riding the wake from small motorboats up to the Colonial Belle. We
paddled to the other side of Bushnell's Basin and back and along the way
enjoyed good conversation. We saw ducklings following their mother, people
enjoying all kinds of outdoor activities from bicycling, walking, boating,
feeding the ducks, and fishing and caught the wonderful aroma from restaurants
in the Schoen Place area.
All in all, a wonderful day.
Trip leader - Sherry Bennett
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June 19
Thursday
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Irondequoit Bay
Four of us had a great paddle under darkening skies. We
started out with a very leisure paddle up the east side of the bay,
keeping an eye on an eagle. Chris and Dave then went a little faster up
to the bridge and back, while the other Chris and Peg took our time
crossing the bay can checking out the west side on our way back. We were
rained on a bit, but not enough to matter. The bay was very quiet and
ther were a lot of birds out.
Trip leader - Peg Warrick
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June 17
Tuesday
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Turf and Surf - Photos by Sally
The Waterways crew does know how to conduct a meeting!
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June 14
Saturday
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One rainy Outdoor Expo!
[All about Expo 2008]
Photos by Steve
Photos by Sally
Photos by Karin
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June 9
Monday
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Red Creek
On a very very hot Monday morning 10 of us set out from the
Genesse Waterways and paddled down Red Creek. It truly was a lovely
paddle and the shade was very welcome. The creek is filling in with a lot
of "green" but still paddlable and quite colorful at this point. on the
return we were met with a large barge at the junction into the canal.
Lots of friendly waves as we waited patiently for it to pass by. We
ended out trip at noon . . . that was enough sun and heat for most of us!!!
Next week we'll be at the south end of Hemlock lake . . . looking forward
to another great paddle with great people!!!
Trip leader - Peg Jacobs
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June 8
Sunday
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Rubber Duck Race - Fairport
Six people in five boats paddled from the Fairport Crew
dock (nice launch site) into downtown Fairport. After paddling around and
checking out all the activity we put on our volunteer hats and acted as
the guides for the 1000 yellow rubber ducks that were dropped into the
canal. With strong winds from the west we ran into some technical
difficulties but over all had a wonderful day on the canal. I was also
able to leave flyers to promote our EXPO around so hopefully it will
attract some interest for us.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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June 5
Thursday
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Salmon Creek
With threating skies we had 13 paddlers set out for an
adventure on Salmon Creek. with calm waters, some noticable wildlife, lots
of shoreline flowers and good conversation the two hours went by extremely
fast. Mother nature was kind to us as we only had a few sprinkles of
rain . . . after heading for home I relized that most of Greece and
Irondequoit had gotten hit by a thunderstorm.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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June 2
Monday
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Honeoye Lake and Channel
What a great day to be on the water!!! 10 of us paddled
through the channel at the south end of Honeoye Lake. Lot's of beaver
activity thoughout the area!! And a few very green areas to paddle
through!! It was just lovely!!! We are thinking of lengthening out Monday
paddles to 3 hours - from the current 2. We are just enjoying the time and
finding that we'd like to spend a little more time on the water - in
proportion to the driving time to the water (considering the neverending
upward trend in gas prices!!). So - our paddles will begin at 10:00 and
end at 1:00 unless otherwise noted. Pictures will follow ...
Trip leaders - Peg Jacobs and Pat Powers
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June 1
Sunday
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Genesee River from Route 251
Four paddlers started out from the DEC site on RT251 on the
Genesee River on an overcast day. This trip was supposed to be a shuttle
from Rush veterans park down Honeoye Creek to the take-out on the Genesee
River at Rt. 251, but low water on the Creek changed our itinarery. We
paddled about 31/2 miles south on the Genesee and met up with a group of
seven paddlers in canoes and kayaks heading from Avon to the Rt. 251
take-out. We observed many forms of wildlife on the shores and in the
sky, including some young eagles darting around the tree-lined shore.
We had lunch at the outlet of Honeoye Creek to the Genesee under
clearing skies before heading back to the Rt 251 take-out point.
A intresting and satisfing paddle was had by all.
Trip leader - Peter Latham
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May 27
Tuesday
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Canandaigua Lake
Evening paddle. Four paddlers had a lovely evening on
the lake. Nice temperatures and low boat traffic made for a relaxing 2
hours on the water.
Trip leader - Karen Pakulski
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May 27
Tuesday
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Durand Beach Paddle
Sunny and breezy with light chop, 1-2 foot waves. The
water is still very cold so we hugged the shoreline towards the west. When
we returned to the beach area we spent another 45 minutes or so just going
in out trying to catch waves. Ginger's boat was a bit short and wide for
the lake and she didn't have a skirt. Peter happened to have an extra
that she used and she wound up doing quite well.
Trip leader - Mark Rakestraw
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May 22
Thursday
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Black Creek Paddle
Four of us had a beautiful paddle up Black Creek from
Ballantyne Road. We started in a strong wind but once we rounded the
first bend the trees protected us. The water height was plenty for canoes
and kayaks. There were two downed trees, but both had room around the end
to pass easily.
Trip leader - Peg Warrick
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May 20
Tuesday
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Canandaigua Lake
Evening paddle 6:30 - 8:30. Open water. Sunshine and low
60's and no boat traffic on the lake made this paddle great.
Trip leader - Karen Pakulski
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May 15
Saturday
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Black Creek/Genesee River/Erie Canal/Red Creek
The morning started out grey and cold I was hoping rhe
rain would hold off until our paddle was completed. Eight paddlers in
seven boats put-in at the Black Creek boat launch. Before we launched the
Gates Fire Department launched their Fire Rescue Zodiac inflatable for a
training spin on the Genesee. A couple of new faces joined us on our
paddle and a couple that we havn't seen in a while also made their
presence.
Alas the feared rain started to sprinkle as we were halfway
down the Genesee. We headed dowm Red Creek at a leisurly pace and were
stopped about a mile and a half down by shallow water. No sightings of the
resident beavers were to be had must have been hiding from the rain.
We
stopped for lunch across from the Genesee Waterways docks before heading
down the Genesee to the put-in on Black Creek. The weather may have been
grey and cold but the company was bright and sunny.
Trip leader - Peter Latham
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May 15
Thursday
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Red Creek Paddle - Photos by Elizabeth Hane
Five us in canoes and kayaks had a very nice paddle up
Red Creek. There was no wind and few other boats. The creek was a little
low for this time of year; hopefully this weekend's rains will help it
out.
Trip leader - Peg Warrick
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May 13
Tuesday
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Canoe Workshop at Mendon Ponds - Photos by Sue Green
Workshop leader - Marc Ornstein
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May 10
Saturday
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Howland Island
Photos by Sue Green
Photos by Sally and John
10 people in 9 boats headed out for our annual trip
around Howland Island. Almost immediately after heading out we witnessed
our first sighting of a young eagle. This turned out to be the theme of
the trip as we either saw a couple of eagles many times or multiple eagles
a few times! In between we enjoyed a paddle with beautiful conditions. By
after noon we had clear sunny skies and perfect temps for paddling. We saw
a number of other birds, enjoyed each others company, had a great paddle
and topped it off with an imprompt-to visit to a local ice cream shop in
Port Byron before the return trip to home.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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May 5
Monday
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West River - Naples
This was the first of the weekly "monday morning paddles"
for folks who enjoy a leisurely flatwater paddle, and that it was!! The
seven participants paddled across the end of Canandaiguq Lake up into
Naples creek ... then back out to the river down to the bridge and back. It
was a perfect day - perfect weather, wonderful company, and even a pair of
eagles to watch on our way out. We plan all our Mondays to be this
wonderful!!!
Trip leaders - Peg Jacobs and Pat Powers
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May 3
Saturday
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Hemlock Lake - Photos by Sally
A group of
seven of us started from the northern boat launch and paddled into the sunny/overcast skies along the eastern
shoreline. We paddled into a brisk southernly wind that caused whitecaps
on the lake. Upon reaching the southern boat launch we came across a
Pack-paddle-ski group that was going up the inlet. After lunch we headed
accross the lake and the return trip down the western side of the lake. Of
course the wind died down so we could not take advantage of any
surfing ..... we did see some bird life but the eagles were not to be seen.
Trip leader - Charlie Helman
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April 26
Saturday
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Black Creek to Bergen Swamp - Photos by Sally
Sunshine, blue skies, and warm temperatures provided the
backdrop for an 8 mile and 4 hr plus paddle up Black Creek into the Bergen
Swamp. Ten of us paddled up the creek
amid the squawking of the nesting geese. The water level was not as high
as in recent years due to the absence of spring rains. Turtles were
sunning on nearly every log and swarms of flying insects buzzed around our
heads and boats as Charlie and Pete pulled and pushed our boats over and
around several piles of downed trees and branch debris.
Distant thunder
sounded as we were continuing our trek further into the swamp. Needless
to say, we paddled back to our cars in half the time it took us to get to
where we heard the first sound of thunder. The winds, thunder,
lightening, and golf ball sized hail held off until we were safely back
home.
Trip leader - Luann Pero Mongelli
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April 19
Saturday
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Irondequoit Creek from Panorama Plaza to the Bay - Photos by Steve
We launched the season with twenty nine paddlers in a variety of canoes
and kayaks on a perfectly beautiful Saturday afternoon. We shared the
creek with the geese, swans, and herons. A fine time was had by all.
Trip leader - Steve Tryon
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January 12, 2008
Saturday
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Waterways Winter Party - Photos by Steve
Hosts - Karen and Bill Pakulski.
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