Genesee Valley Chapter
Adirondack Mountain Club
PADDLING TRIP REPORTS
September 2, 2010 6:15 AM ET
Trip Reports
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August 28 | Cayuga - Seneca Canal - Waterloo - Photos by John Atkins 
Photos by John Atkins Today we paddled a portion of the Cayuga-Seneca Canal that obviously flows between these two Finger Lakes. The water was clear and had a nice current. the weather was spectacular and the company was, too. We launched from a fairly new boat vendor called Fuzzy Guppies located at the Waterloo Harbor Campground just west of Route 96 on Route 5&20 in Waterloo. Participants: Stina, John, Luann, Bill, Marilyn and Charlie.
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August 26 | Braddock Bay Afterwards we went to the Braddocks Bay Inn for dinner and to celebrate
almost everyone staying dry......Carter had the uncontrolable desire to
practice a wet exit....so he did!
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August 24 | Round Pond - Mendon Ponds Park I was the only ADkr.....all other participants were from
Hemlock Canoe.
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August 19 | Irondequoit Bay |
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August 16 | Daytrippers at Casey Park, Ontario, NY (Wayne County) |
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August 12 | Red Creek paddle The trip back was nice until Peg decided to demonstrate what happens if you lean your body weight past the gunnels of a canoe while avoiding an overhanging tree. Luckily it was in one of the deeper and clearer parts of the creek so aside from soggy clothing and a slight delay while I emptied my canoe and got back in, there was no problem. Attendees: Peg W, Derek, Katrina, Rich, Jenny
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August 9 | Daytrippers on Conesus Lake - Photos by Peg Jacobs 
Photos by Peg Jacobs 15 of us set out into the north end of Conesus Lake - and of course the wind picked up!!! It was a welcomed wind with the heat and humidity!!! The put in at the fishing access on Pebble Beach Rd is quite nice and has ample parking. We paddled along the shoreline chatting and observing all the cottages and boathouses. It's an interesting little paddle. Some folks crossed the lake and paddled back the other side, a few of us "more leisurely paddlers" continued back along the shoreline we were already on. Lovely morning for a paddle!!!! Participants: Neil, Laurel, Carole, John, Ellen, Curtis, Alston, Valerie,
David, Gail, Marilyn, Cheryl, Peg, Joe, Nadean.
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August 8 | Otisco Lake Paddle - Photos by Sally Atkins 
Photos by Sally Atkins Today we paddled the furthest east Fingerlake, Otisco
lake. Although very close to the rich.....Skaneateles Lake the wealth was
not apparent as many cottages were in need of a major makeover.
The weather was nice, we saw some abundant wildlife and had a fun day on
the water.
Sally, John, Stina and Charlie
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August 2 | Daytrippers on Canadice Lake |
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August 1 | Keuka Lake -- Branchport The four of us spead around the Branchport fork of the lake completing 14.6 miles at a average speed of 3.9 MPH with some moments of over 4.5MPH.....WOW.....I should have posted this as a PTFL paddle. Participants: Jim Bird, David Schutt, Pete Latham and Charlie Helman
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July 29 | Black Creek-Genesee River Participants: Linda, Barb, Mary, John and Charlie.
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July 26 | Daytrippers on Irondequoit Bay And Thanks Ellen for inviting us all over for treats after.....that's a nice treat in itself. Next week - Canadice Lake! Participants: Chuck J, Marty T., Bob J, John H, Jim B, Marilyn K, Laurel B,
Susan D, Annette L, Skip L, Doug S, Carole H, Jenny L, Ellen P, Megan M,
Jack B, David W, Debbie M, Pat P, Judy G, Peg J.
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July 22 | Irondequoit Creek from Baycreek |
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July 18 | Canandaigua lake - North end |
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July 19 | Daytrippers at Hemlock Lake - Photos by Peg 
Photos by Peg A lovely paddle! 14 of us set out paddling along the shoreline (slight chance of rain). An eagle made a graceful appearance for us!!! The sun came out and it was perfect! A few new paddlers and a few new boats and of course, a few regulars. We took a break on the shoreline after an hour of paddling, drinks and goodies, then paddled back. As the last car left the parking area at 12:20 it POURED!!!! Someone in our group lives right - we just seem to have the nice weather!!! Participants: Judith, Neil, John, George, Pat, Marilee, Ruth, Peg, Carol, Cheryl, Laurel, Jenny, Sandra and "the unknown, unreadable" name!!!
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July 15 | Thursday evening on the canal by Spencerport 
Photos by Dan Rammacher – Trip leader - Charlie Helman This evening we had eight paddlers for a journey along
the canal in Spencerport. Usually when we have done this paddle in the past
it has always been paddling to the west to begin and then return with the
sunset behind us......tonight we reversed the trip and paddled to the east
first and then into the sunset on the way back. The weather was excellent
and a good time was had by all.....even the mosquitoes! We did have a
strange sighting.....Peg in a kayak!!!
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July 12 | Daytrippers at Fairhaven State Park - Photos by Rebecca 
Photos by Rebecca The Daytripper Monday paddle group had a fabulous day on Sterling Creek and at Fairhaven State Park.
The park is a gem. The calm, warm day with a mild breeze was the perfect start to the week.
Several newcomers came to enjoy the paddle. After a leisurely two hour paddle we had a picnic.
It was great to share stories and swap ideas. A wonderful day!
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July 5 | Black Creek - Churchville - Daytrippers Holiday Version - Photos by John Atkins 
Photos by John Atkins Today we gathered a very large group of people for a
special Holiday weekend Version of the Daytrippers. We had spectacular
weather and we paddled from Churchville Park to the entrance of the Bergen
Swamp and back again. Great paddle!
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June 24 | Braddock Bay - Salmon Creek |
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June 21 | Daytrippers on Canadice Lake - Photos by Becky 
Photos by Becky For my first paddle of the summer, it was wonderful to enjoy the beautiful day, calm conditions, and connect with fellow paddling friends. 14 of us put in at the Bay Creek site. With experienced paddlers in the front, we ended up splitting into two groups. The group I paddled with was challenged at Ellison Park by shallow water, many downed trees, and rocks. After a short break, we headed back continuing to enjoy the wildlife and gorgeous day. Many swans, ducks, turtles, great blue heron and other birds were sited. Everyone had a good time.
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June 17 | Baycreek Paddlesports - Irondequoit Creek |
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June 12 | ADK Outdoor Expo |
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June 7 | Daytrippers on Canadice Lake - Photos by Peg 
Photos by Peg Another gorgeous Monday!!! Canadice Lake was
excellent!!! A calm paddle to the south end and then a wind and wavy paddle
back. Lot's of fun!!! 12 boats, 13 people, food, and friends!!! What
more could you want to start the week off with!
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June 6 | Fairport Canal Days- Rubber Duck Race The day started out rainy....but as we launched from Ayrault Road it kept to a drizzle. It stayed cloudy throughout the afternoon but as I drove home the sun broke thru for a wonderful finish to the day. Lots of people turned out for the event and there was even sme big prize money .... $25000 ..... to the winning number selected. Participants: Dan and Mary, Gretchen, Kevin, Jim and Charlie
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May 31 | Daytrippers on Hemlock Lake 
Photos by Peg
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May 27 | Turf & Surf - Moonlight (almost) on the Bay - Photos by Sally 
Photos by Sally |
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May 25 | Freestyle for the Real World - Photos by Sue 
Photos by Sue
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May 25 | Tuesday Night at The Beach - Photos by Sally 
Photos by Sally
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May 24 | Daytrippers on the Canal by Macedon 
Photos by Peg
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May 22 | Genesee River from Geneseo to Avon 
Photos by John Atkins
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May 17 | Daytripper on Red Creek 
Photos by Peg
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May 15 | Hemlock Lake 
Photos by John Atkins
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May 11 | Freestyle Canoe Class at Round Pond in Mendon Ponds Park 
Photos by Luann Pero
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May 10 | Daytripper on Honeoye Lake and Inlet |
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May 3 | West River/Naples |
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April 24 | Alabama Swamp area of Oak Orchard Creek 
Photos by Bill Lawton and Manon Paquet
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April 17 | Canadice Lake I know this does not count as a club trip because I need at least three participants but I will list my report anyway. I was the only boat on the water and it was quite tranquil. As I paddled around the lake the uniqueness of Canadice was apparent. It was a windy day with gusts but along the shoreline none of the wind was noticable .... that lake was flat. This was due to the high western hills that protect the lake from such breezes. Because I was alone with now one to talk to I was able to sneak up on all sorts of wildlife .... ducks, geese, even fish had panic attacks when the finally figures out I was within a few feet of them. Throughout the day I overheard and saw the eagles flying overhead ..... which was great because last year I did not see them at all on three trips on this lake. Overall a very relaxing experience ..... to bad no one joined me. Participants: Me .... myself ..... and I .....
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April 11 | Howland Island - Photos by Sally 
Photos by Sally – Click any thumbnail to open a slideshow with additional images. Eight paddlers ventured to the Howland Island Wildlife area just northeast of Montezuma Wildlife Santuary. The water level was not very high but we managed to paddle around the island without a great deal of difficulty ..... except for maybe me getting stuck in the mud when I tried to assist another boat! We certainly had our share of wildlife .... osprey, eagle, ducks, geese, tree warbler (or something like that??!!), turtles ... jumping fish and what we were thinking must have been a fox. THe weather was great and we all had a fabulous time!!!! Participants: Gordon, Phil, Karen, Sally, John, Stina, William and Charlie
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April 4 | Conesus Lake |
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March 27 | Black Creek to Bergen Swamp - Photos by Sally 
Photos by Sally – Click any thumbnail to open a slideshow with additional images. Pleasant weather conditions with temps in the low to high 40's, ice was still on the shallower portions of the creek and around the perimeter of the water. However, the weather was pleasant with sunshine and blue skies providing the backdrop for an 8 mile 6 hr paddle up Black Creek into the grey leafless forest of the Bergen Swamp. The trip this year was scheduled three weeks earlier than the trip last year. Everyone was prepared for the cold and had all the cold weather gear they could muster up and wear and still paddle. We had nine paddlers in two canoes, one tandem kayak, and three solo kayaks. We saw a couple of great blue herons, ducks, geese, deer, and a weasel. Although Black Creek was clear of debris, the main channel of the swamp contained a couple of areas clogged with downed trees and debris. Serge and Charlie came prepared this year. Each brought an assortment of hand saws in various sizes to tackle the blockages. Our trip photographer, Sally, was actively recording
our trip with her camera as John maneuvered their very long tandem kayak
through many very tight tricky spots in the Bergen swamp. With the boats and
gear loaded, the last task on our paddling agenda was, of course, to locate the
nearest ice cream parlor in Churchville and this we did with gusto.
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March 20 | Irondequoit Creek from Panorama to the Bay - Photos by Sally 
Photos by Sally – Click any thumbnail to open a slideshow with additional images. Today seven of us paddled from behind Panorama Plaza in
Irondequoit Creek all the way up to the bay. Along the way we incountered a
number of small rapids, many twists and turns, a club photographer (thanks
Sally!) and a really BIG dog that had thoughts of hitching a ride on
Stina's kayak. The weather was perfect for paddling and we all had a
wonderful time.
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December 6, 2009 | Black Creek from Churchville Park |
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October 25 | Genesee River - Photos by Dave Murphy and Sally Atkins 
Today eight of us ventured out on a beautiful day for a
paddle towards downtown and the lower falls. Along the way we saw lots of
tree color, very little power boat traffic and lots of bird
life ..... herons, red tail hawk, cuarmerants (lousy spelling) and some wild
turkeys trying to have Chris for lunch!
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October 9-11 | Columbus Weekend Paddle to Eighth Lake - Photos by Luann Pero Mongelli 
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October 5 | Daytrippers on Canadice Lake |
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October 4 | Skaneateles Lake - Photos by Rebecca Ledwin 
Today we had ten paddlers make the trip to the beautiful
Skaneateles Lake. This is the first year that I have led the trip to the
south end as all my previous trips have been to the money end on the lake
.... the north end.
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September 10 | Thursday night on the canal - Photos by Steve 
Six of us in two solo canoes, two kayaks and one tandem
canoe, had a lovely evening on the canal, enjoying the quiet water and the
lights along the canal.
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September 7 | Daytrippers on Canadice Lake - Photos by Peg 
Another one of those beautiful Monday mornings!!! What
a way to celebrate Labor Day! 22 of us met at the boat launch at Canadice
Lake. After a few introductions, (of course we try hard to know all the
names but this time it was a little difficult), we set out in "smaller
groups" to explore the lake. We gathered at the south end to explore the
"food" folks had brought along then onward along the other side of the
lake and back to the put in. The lake was lovely - perfect for a morning
paddle! I think our fisherman brought in one fish along the way - but it
went back in to the water. A great way to end the "traditional summer"
and begin the fall paddling season!!!
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September 3 | Moonlight Paddle on Irondequoit Creek - Photos by Steve 
Nine of us in seven boats had a glorious paddle up
Irondequoit Creek. On a beautifully clear night we started in sunlight but
before too long the sun set and we were guided by an incredibly bright full
moon. Well it was incredibly bright in the wetland area, but paddling by
moonlight in the heavily treed sectons of Ellison park is a bit of a
challenge. We all had fun and did not run aground too many times.
It was a wonderful paddle and I plan on repeating it in 2010 (if I can
wait that long).
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August 31 | Daytrippers on Canandaigua Lake - Photos by Peg and Rebecca 
It is a given - a beautiful sunny day for a paddle on a Monday.
At the last minute, some of us had the opportunity to join Pat Powers, trip leader,
and other Daytrippers for a relaxing morning on Canandaigua Lake with no boat traffic.
The group paddled to the yacht club to survey damage from the tornado this past weekend.
A kayak was wedged under tree damage. There were crews at work cleaning up all the debris.
I (RL) photographed a house on the water for sale.
I thought perhaps the ADK paddle group might have the resources to acquire it for use of fellow paddlers.
There is a shark fin in one of the pictures - no, sharks don't live in fresh water.
It was great fun.
Many enjoyed a delicious lunch before heading home.
We tried to eat outside, but after being discovered by a swarm of bees, dashed into the cover of the cafe.
Photos by Peg Jacobs and Rebecca Ledwin.
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August 27 | Irondequoit Creek Paddle |
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August 24 | Daytrippers at Hemlock Lake - Photos by Megan Meyer 
Wow - another gorgeous Monday morning!!! This is just
the best way to start the week!!!! 14 of us set out to explore the "other
side" of Hemlock lake. We paddled along checking out some new beaver
activity and locating the lodge. It was just as pleasant as could be!!!
Not too hot, not too cool! Half of our group chose to continue on down the
lake while some of returned to the boat launch for out 12:00 departure! A
really great morning.
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August 16 | Canandaigua Lake - South end - Photos by Dave Murphy 
What a beautiful day for a paddle! Seven of us did a nice
loop around the southern end of the lake today. Setting out from the DEC
boat launch we headed north along the western shoreline admiring the
weather, water and enormous cottages. The water was mostly flat with some
power boat created ripples every now and then. About noon we decided it was
time for a lunch break so we invaded the Bristol Harbour little boat launch
for a quick break. After lunch we headed accross the lake for the return
paddle down the eastern side and the obligatory visit to the eagle sitting
in the tree at the mouth of the West River. It was hard work getting the
eagle to pose for us and all the other paddlers that had accumulated near
the tree. I had to bribe him with a promise of lots of fish over the next
couple of weeks .....
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August 10 | Daytrippers at Chimney Bluffs - Photos by Rebecca 
Another glorious Monday!!!
After horrid rain, thunder and lightening throughout the night the sun came out and the water was perfect!
A few branches in the road on the drive to the lake however!
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August 2 | Lockport - Erie Canal |
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July 30 | Braddock Bay - Photos by Rebecca |
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July 27 | Daytrippers at Chimney Bluffs - Photos by Rebecca 
It was an exciting paddle today at Chimney Bluffs State Park and East Bay. Amidst some weeds paddling out into East Bay we had sun and clouds as the back drop to a peaceful area filled with flowers, lovely homes and swans. 6 of us ventured out onto Lake Ontario. We enjoyed the vistas of Chimney Bluff State Park. 4 of us paddled to shore while 3 stayed to enjoy the views from the water. The other paddlers had the pleasure of walking along the trail, paddling longer in the bay and fishing. A few of us got wet in the lake.
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July 23 | Irondequoit Creek Paddle 
It took a little willpower for Rebecca L, Rich S and me
to get in our boats in the rain, but as Rebecca said "What a blast! It
reminded me of playing outside in the rain when I was growing up."
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July 20 | Daytrippers on Hemlock Lake - Photos by Rebecca 
Gorgeous morning on Hemlock Lake. 17 of us had the joy of being there!
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July 14 | Tuesday at the Beach - Photos by Dave Murphy 
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July 13 | Daytrippers at Fairhaven Beach - Photos by Rebecca 
On a sunny but Wind-derful day, we had a beautiful paddle on Sterling creek.
There were several families of swans. We had 10 paddlers in kayaks and canoes.
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July 6 | Daytrippers on Irondequoit Bay - Photos by Rebecca 
The Daytripper Paddle on Irondequoit Bay today was a lovely trip with many families of geese, swans, cormorants, terns and ducks along the way. We paddled under the bridge admiring the majestic boats and homes that dotted the shore. After paddling along the shore we ventured into a cove. There were eagles flying overhead, nests of cormorants in trees and small birds with homes in the side of the cliff flitting in and out. The group of 15 paddlers rested in the cove enjoying the beauty of the calm day. While in the cove a fellow paddler noticed an injured cormorant. We encouraged him to swim toward shore. The wind and waves picked up as we paddled toward the launch site. The temperature started to drop and dark clouds began to appear. Once again our group had an excellent demonstration of getting back into an overturned boat and pumping out the water. Thanks Neil for another great assist.
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July 5 | Long Pond |
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June 29 | Daytrippers on Canandaiqua Lake 
The Daytripper Monday paddle on June 29, 2009 was another beautiful day on the
water. We had 18 paddlers. As we set off, we got to practice how to get back
into a kayak when over turned. It was a gorgeous day. Our group paddled down
to a small island, into a beautiful waterway, and then into one of the inlets.
We all enjoyed ice cream after the paddle. I did have a picture of our group
enjoying ice cream. My camera, however, must have run out of memory. I know
what that is like. To see more details about our trip, I will send the link to
our special guest, Jen, from the Democrat and Chronicle who traveled in Pat
Power's tandem. http://www.democratandchronicle.com/section/videonetworkHope to see many of you next Monday.
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June 28, 2009 | Conesus Lake - Photos by Bill Lawton 
Well just like Gilligans Island six of us set out on our
six hour tour in what seemed like a typical sunny Sunday morning. With
clear skies and a slight wind from the south causing some mild chop on the
lake it seemed like conditions were perfect. After a 2.5 hour paddle we
stopped down at the south end for a lunch break.
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June 22, 2009 | Canadice Lake |
June 15 | Hemlock Lake South - photos by Peg 
Another glorious Monday - the thunder and lightning
that graced a lot of Monroe county this morning passed in time for us to
have a warm, sunny paddle! We are truly blessed on Mondays!!!! 10 folks
paddled down to the bridge and back, eating a few blueberry muffins along
the way. It was truly a great way to start the week. We look forward to
Canadice Lake next week!!! Thanks to Denny for helping to lead this
paddle .... I'm not sure where we would have been without him!!!
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June 13 | ADK Outdoor Expo 
Floyd – – – – – – – – Carol – – – – – – – – Sally 
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June 8 | Hemlock Lake South 
Another glorious Monday Morning!!! How can we be so
lucky!!! The channel is cleared and we were able to paddle quite a ways
down this morning. Lots of flowers, fern, birds, butterflies along the
way. We did not get to the end; we turned around after an hour of
paddling as the water was narrowing considerably. The nine of us enjoyed
the leisurely paddle.
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June 7 | Fairport Canal Days- Rubber Duck Race 
A wonderful afternoon on the canal. Two of us assisted the Birdcor group with
their annual rubber duck race. Jim and I had a great time helping in the
setting up and guiding of the ducks as well as the gathering afterwards. Along
the way we actually got quite a bit of paddling in as well .... Overall a great.
Thanks to Rebecca Ledwin who actually took a couple of pictures of us although
she was not paddling with us.
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June 6 | Red Creek paddle - Photos by Sherry 
What a beautiful paddle. The weather was warm and sunny with just enough
breeze to keep the bugs away. Three ADK paddlers, Chris, Linda, and Sherry
started out from the Genesee Waterways Center into the Genesee River, rounding
the curve into the Erie Canal and then a right turn into Red Creek.
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June 1, 2009 | Red Creek from Genesee Waterways Center - Photos by Peg 
Another gorgeous Monday morning!!!
As we put our boats in the water we were treated to a display of fighter jets overhead -
perhaps from the weekend air show? Loud but fun to watch!!!
Then off down the river to the canal and on to the creek.
The water was high enough that we were able to paddle about an hour down the creek
enjoying lots of flowers, birds and a few strainers along the way.
It was a lovely paddle!!
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May 30 | Oak Orchard River |
May 25 | Day Trippers on Otter Lake - Photos by Megan Meyer and Rebecca Ledwin 
The Monday Daytripper paddle May 25th was great! There was no one else on Otter Lake except for two fishing canoes. We paddled around the lake to the channel that connects to Parker Pond. We made it through half the channel. It was further than last year! There is no other access to Parker Pond, so next year we will try even earlier in the season. We had a delightful lunch on a small pier. After lunch part of the group paddled the rest of the lake. There were several great blue herons flying nearby. Some stronger winds and waves helped to propel us back to the launch site. It was a perfect day on the water.
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May 18, 2009 | West River/Naples |
May 16, 2009 | GVC-ADK Photo Workshop 
From chapter chair Gary DeWitt:
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May 11, 2009 | Hemlock Lake, south end - Photos by George Mermagen 
Monday was a glorious day for a paddle!!! We met at the
boat launch at the south end of Hemlock Lake and paddled through the inlet
to a point where downed trees caused us to turn around. (It was a nice 45
minute paddle to that point). The 7 of us rafted up for some drinks and
brownies then headed back. An eagle made an appearence but only the
fellas saw it - the gals were too busy chatting I believe! By the
time we entered the lake again there were some hefty waves and a bit of
wind making it a little more difficult to paddle back to the put in for
some, especially those smaller boats. But we all found ourselves back on
shore - having had a very nice Monday morning together. Looking forward
to many more terrific Monday paddles.
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May 3 | Hemlock Lake - Photos by Sally Atkins 
Thirteen paddlers set out on a wonderful day paddling on
picturesque Hemlock Lake. The weather was perfect and we saw our share of
wildlife .... although there was no sightings of the resident eagles. For me
it was the maiden voyage for my new Hemlock solo canoe ..... SWEET!
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April 26 | Black Creek from Churchville (East) |
April 18 | Black Creek Paddle - Photos by Sally and John Atkins 
Pleasant weather conditions with temps in the 60's along with cloudy skies and some sunshine provided the backdrop for an 8 mile 5 hr paddle up Black Creek into the grey leafless forest of the Bergen Swamp. We had 20 paddlers and a flotilla of 16 boats. Turtles were sunning on nearly every log. Although Black Creek was clear of debris, the main channel of the swamp contained many areas clogged with downed trees and debris. Serge gave all the boaters a reprieve from yet another ‘carry-around' when he sawed and sawed and sawed some more through a large down tree trunk while Charlie helped push the trunk and accompanied pile of debris down stream. Boat bottoms, gear, clothing, and boots became coated in mud and muck as we pulled and carried our boats around strainers full of these large logs and the accompanied debris. As we headed out of the swamp and back toward Black Creek, the stillness of the swamp was interrupted with the echoing of a bird ‘song fest.' Looking up we saw that the trees tops were filled with a profusion of small birds. With the boats and gear loaded, the last task on our paddling agenda was, of course, to locate the nearest ice cream parlor in Churchville.
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March 28 | Irondequoit Bay Paddle |
March 1 | Signs of Spring - photos by Jackson 
Says Jackson Thomas, "I had my camera with me while delivering Geneseeans this afternoon to Bay Creek. I thought we might all enjoy seeing some photos." |
February 19-22 | Annual Loj Trip - photos by Jackson 
Click on an image for the the slide show. Click here for photos by Bob Crumrine.
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November 25 | Monroe County Parks Public Meeting – The Genesee Valley Chapter was well represented 
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October 26 | Irondequoit Creek |
October 19 | Canandaigua Lake-West River-Naples Creek |
October 10-12 | Lake Lila - Photos by Steve 
Trip leaders Gary DeWitt and Bill Irwin. |
October 6 | 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!!!
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October 5 | Waneta and Lamoka Lakes - Photos by Bill Lawton 
Trip leader - Pete Latham |
September 28 | 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.
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September 25 | 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.
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September 22 | Daytrippers on Honeoye Lake |
September 20 | Irondequoit Bay & Creek-fall clean-up |
September 18 | 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.
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September 13 | Conesus Lake-PTFL |
September 11 | 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.
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September 4 | 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.
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August 25 | Daytrippers on Black Creek |
August 21 | 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.
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August 18 | 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.
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August 16 | 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.
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August 14 | Genesee from GVWC |
August 11 | 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 | 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.
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August 4 | 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 | 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 | 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.
Photos by Stina Bridgeman |
July 22 | Tuesday at the Beach - Photos by Sally 
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July 21 | 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.
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July 19 | Honeoye Lake PTFL - Photos by Sue Green 
Two paddles to choose from, a PTFL and a fun paddle.
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July 17 | Canal from Ayrault to Fairport - Photos by Steve 
Trip leader - Peg Warrick |
July 7 | 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.
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July 10 | Erie Canal in Spencerport |
July 7 | 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.
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July 5 | 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.
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July 1 | 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.
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June 30 | Daytrippers on Canadice |
June 29 | Erie Canal in Lockport |
June 28 | 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. |
June 24 | 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).
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June 22 | Erie Canal Paddle |
June 19 | Irondequoit Bay |
June 17 | Turf and Surf - Photos by Sally 
The Waterways crew does know how to conduct a meeting! |
June 14 |
One rainy Outdoor Expo!
[All about Expo 2008]
Photos by Steve 
Photos by Sally 
Photos by Karin |
June 9 | Red Creek |
June 8 | 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.
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June 5 | Salmon Creek |
June 2 | Honeoye Lake and Channel |
June 1 | Genesee River from Route 251 |
May 27 | Canandaigua Lake |
May 27 | Durand Beach Paddle |
May 22 | Black Creek Paddle |
May 20 | Canandaigua Lake |
May 15 | Black Creek/Genesee River/Erie Canal/Red Creek |
May 15 | 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.
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May 13 | Canoe Workshop at Mendon Ponds - Photos by Sue Green 
Workshop leader - Marc Ornstein |
May 10 | Howland Island 
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.
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May 5 | West River - Naples |
May 3 | 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.
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April 26 | 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. |
April 19 | 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.
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January 12 | Waterways Winter Party - Photos by Steve 
Hosts - Karen and Bill Pakulski. |
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