What we’re about
The Genesee Valley Hiking Group (GVHG) is the online avatar of the Genesee Valley Hiking Club (GVHC), which for over 90 years has offered hiking, walking, dog walking and snowshoeing outings in Western New York. These activities range from easy to strenuous, providing opportunities for people of all ages and fitness levels to enjoy the outdoors during all seasons. Our members are of various backgrounds, but all are nature lovers who prefer outdoor activities. We care about and enjoy "the wild" in sunshine, rain, or snow.
Activities include Saturday and Sunday hikes within easy commute from Rochester, NY. Periodic kayak and canoe rides take us down Black Creek, into Irondequoit Bay, or along the shores of Lakes Ontario. There are stops for coffee or ice cream after most hikes.
HIKES
Participation:
. Hikes are free to all participants.
. Members of GVHG, GVHC, guests and members of the public are all welcome to take part.
. Children under sixteen are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult.
. No pets are allowed on the outings.
. Regardless of how often you plan to hike you are welcome to join our club.
. All participants must abide by the hike rules (see below)
Meeting Place and Time:
Hike leaders select the meeting place to coordinate with their specific hike. The hike times and meeting locations change with each hike - check the schedule. The start time in the schedule is the hike start time - please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start time.
Hike Rules:
. All participants must abide by the hike rules.
. The hike leader is in charge of the hike and will make all decisions concerning the route, rest stops, duration, etc.
. The co-leader or sweep is responsible for bringing up the rear and insuring that hikes do not get too spread out, and that hikers do not get separated from the main group.
. Each participant must sign their own name on the Sign-In/Trip Leader's Report.
. Hikers should pay the car pool fee recommended in the hike description, if the fee is applicable.
. Hikers experiencing any difficulty have the responsibility to inform the hike leader. Difficulties may include, but are not limited to, medical problems, lack of water, overheating or fatigue.
. Do not leave the hike without the permission of the hike leader. For your safety do not leave the hike alone - no fewer than two hikers should go together.
. All people must be accounted for at the end of the hike.
. No pets
. No radios
. No smoking
Hike Recommendations:
. Once a hike has started it will usually continue in spite of the weather - be prepared for changes in the weather and for extreme conditions.
. Wear appropriate shoes and boots and layered clothing.
. Bring water, and food for longer hikes.
. Employ the motto "Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints".
. Enjoy the hike and companionship of the other hikers.
If you have any questions or problems during a hike, consult the hike leader.
For more background info and our latest newsletter, visit our club website at: https://gvhchikes.org
PLEASE RESPOND TO THE RSVP FOR EVERY HIKE WHETHER YOUR RESPONSE IS YES or NO - ALL REPLIES GIVE US VALUABLE INFORMATION ON HOW MANY PEOPLE MAY SHOW FOR THE HIKE.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- North Ponds Park, Bird Sanctuary and Chiyoda Trails Hike.North Ponds Park, Webster, NY
Hike Name: Charles E. Sexton Memorial Park (formerly known as North Ponds Park), Bird Sanctuary and Chiyoda Trails Hike.
Hike Date: Saturday April 20, 10 a.m.
Difficulty/Terrain: Easy/moderate.
Distance: ~4.5 mile hike.
Where to Park/Meet: Meet in the parking area at the south end of North Ponds Park on the frontage road next to Route 104 , Webster.
PLEASE NOTE THAT, ALTHOUGH THE OFFICIAL ADDRESS OF NORTH PONDS PARK IS HOLT ROAD, THE PARK HAS TO BE ACCESSED FROM ROUTE 250 NOT HOLT ROAD. TURN WEST OFF ROUTE 250 IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF RT 104. AND FOLLOW THE FRONTAGE ROAD TO NORTH PONDS PARK. (Click on map for location and directions.)
Hike Leader: John P. 732-1740.
Other Notes/Comments: For a map of North Pond Park and its trails go to:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/North+Ponds+Park+Trail,+Webster,+NY+14580/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x89d6cf195bb6e215:0xab3eecc967820d8c?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111
For the Birdsong Sanctuary Trail:
https://webstertrails.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bird-Sanctuary-Trail-Map-20240112-scaled.jpg
For the Chiyoda Trail:
https://webstertrails.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Chiyoda-Trail-Map-20240112.jpg
and for a map of the trails in Webster go to:
https://webstertrails.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Friends-of-Webster-Trails-Map.jpgA reminder: pets are not allowed on the hikes.
GVHC Hike #7527.RSVP
Please keep your replies up to date and limited to what you are able to attend.
You can remove yourself from being listed as GOING by clicking on EDIT RSVP and change it to NOT GOING.
If you are unable to attend an event and don’t change your hike response, it costs other hikers the opportunity to be on the hike.
Signing up for multiple hikes held at the same time produces the same result.
Thanks for your cooperation.
FACEMASKS
Because of the present Covid conditions facemasks are optional
SUPPORT GVHC
This is a Genesee Valley Hiking Club event. Genesee Valley Hiking Club (GVHC) events are free, but we do ask that you consider becoming a member for merely $10 a year. Membership dues help support administrative costs, the costs of the meetup site and rental of a lodge or other facility for a picnic or winter event. Please see, https://www.gvhchikes.org/JoinUs.html
or for mail-in.
https://www.gvhchikes.org/GVHC%20Membership%20Form%20Rev%2011-7-2021. - Turning Point Park to Charlotte Hike.Turning Point Park, Rochester, NY
Hike Name: Turning Point Park to Charlotte.
(Because of trail conditions in Riverside Cemetery and the forecast of rain from Wednesday thru Saturday, this hike has been changed to be on mostly paved surfaces to Charlotte and back).
Hike Date: Saturday April 20, 10 a.m.
Difficulty/Terrain: Moderate.
Distance: 5 mile hike.
Where to Park/Meet: Meet in the Turning Point Park lot off Lake Ave. at the end of Boxart Street, overlooking the Genesee River. (Click on map for location and directions.)
Hike Leader: Derek P. 475-0923.
Other Note/ Comments. For the City of Rochester description of the park go to:
http://www.cityofrochester.gov/turningpoint/A reminder: pets are not allowed on the hikes.
GVHC Hike #7528.RSVP
Please keep your replies up to date and limited to what you are able to attend.
You can remove yourself from being listed as GOING by clicking on EDIT RSVP and change it to NOT GOING.
If you are unable to attend an event and don’t change your hike response, it costs other hikers the opportunity to be on the hike.
Signing up for multiple hikes held at the same time produces the same result.
Thanks for your cooperation.
FACEMASKS
Because of the present Covid conditions facemasks are optional.
SUPPORT GVHC
This is a Genesee Valley Hiking Club event. Genesee Valley Hiking Club (GVHC) events are free, but we do ask that you consider becoming a member for merely $10 a year. Membership dues help support administrative costs, the costs of the meetup site and rental of a lodge or other facility for a picnic or winter event. Please see, https://www.gvhchikes.org/JoinUs.html
or for mail-in.
https://www.gvhchikes.org/GVHC%20Membership%20Form%20Rev%2011-7-2021.pdf - Tinker Nature Park Hike.Tinker Nature Park/Hansen Nature Center, Pittsford, NY
Hike Name: Tinker Nature Park.
Hike Date: Sunday April 21, 10 a.m.
Difficulty/Terrain: Easy/moderate.
Distance: ~3.5 mile hike.
Where to Park/Meet: Meet in parking lot for Tinker Nature Center at 1525 Calkins Rd., Henrietta. (Click on map for location and directions.)
Hike Leader: Derek P. 475-0923.
Other Note/ Comments. For a map of the park.
https://www.henrietta.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/parks_and_recreation/page/4221/map_brochure_2020.pdfA reminder: pets are not allowed on the hikes.
GVHC Hike #7530.RSVP
Please keep your replies up to date and limited to what you are able to attend.
You can remove yourself from being listed as GOING by clicking on EDIT RSVP and change it to NOT GOING.
If you are unable to attend an event and don’t change your hike response, it costs other hikers the opportunity to be on the hike.
Signing up for multiple hikes held at the same time produces the same result.
Thanks for your cooperation.
FACEMASKS
Because of the present Covid conditions facemasks are optional.
SUPPORT GVHC
This is a Genesee Valley Hiking Club event. Genesee Valley Hiking Club (GVHC) events are free, but we do ask that you consider becoming a member for merely $10 a year. Membership dues help support administrative costs, the costs of the meetup site and rental of a lodge or other facility for a picnic or winter event. Please see, https://www.gvhchikes.org/JoinUs.html
or for mail-in.
https://www.gvhchikes.org/GVHC%20Membership%20Form%20Rev%2011-7-2021.pdf - Highland Park and Mount Hope Cemetery Hike.Highland Park, Rochester, NY
Hike Name: Highland Park and Mount Hope Cemetery.
Hike Date: Sunday April 21, 10 a.m.
Difficulty/Terrain: Moderate.
Distance: ~5 mile hike.
Where to Park/Meet: Meet in the parking lot off South Avenue, just south of the Vietnam Memorial Click on map for location and directions.
Hike Leader: Linda M. 353-3525.Other Note/ Comments.
For the county map of Highland Park go to:
https://www.monroecounty.gov/files/parks/Maps/HighlandPark.pdfA reminder: pets are not allowed on the hikes.
GVHC Hike #7529.RSVP
Please keep your replies up to date and limited to what you are able to attend.
You can remove yourself from being listed as GOING by clicking on EDIT RSVP and change it to NOT GOING.
If you are unable to attend an event and don’t change your hike response, it costs other hikers the opportunity to be on the hike.
Signing up for multiple hikes held at the same time produces the same result.
Thanks for your cooperation.FACEMASKS
Because of the present Covid conditions facemasks are optional.SUPPORT GVHC
This is a Genesee Valley Hiking Club event. Genesee Valley Hiking Club (GVHC) events are free, but we do ask that you consider becoming a member for merely $10 a year. Membership dues help support administrative costs, the costs of the meetup site and rental of a lodge or other facility for a picnic or winter event. Please see, https://www.gvhchikes.org/JoinUs.html
or for mail-in.
https://www.gvhchikes.org/GVHC%20Membership%20Form%20Rev%2011-7-2021.pdf
