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January 2009 Outings and Events

January 2-25

[Paddle] [Local] [Younger] Magic of Light Show - Image City Photography Gallery - Update
Several Genesee Valley Chapter members have photographs in the Magic of Light show at the Image City Photography Gallery.

January 9
Friday
6:00 PM

[Expo] Expo Committee at Donna's
More info here.
Charlie give Expo update at January 14 chapter meeting.

January 10
Saturday
9:45 AM

[Local] Mendon Ponds Park - Update
Meet at the Visitors Center on Pond Road at 9:45 AM for a 10:00 start. We'll be hiking the Devil's Bathtub and West Esker areas of the park over moderately hilly terrain, and expect to return to the Visitor's Center about 12:00.
For more information contact Bob Crumrine at or 425-7448.

January 10
Saturday
9:00 AM

[Local] [Younger] XC Ski at Durand Eastman Park
We will ski from 9AM till Noon. Meet at the Golf Clubhouse parking lot. This is a trip for all skill levels. For more information, contact Gary DeWitt, garydewitt@att.net.
For additional information and to register, contact Gary DeWitt, , 315-333-5012.

January 14
Wednesday

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] [Expo] ADK GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30 Workshop / 7:30 Presentation

January 15
Thursday
6:45 PM

[Local] Evening Snowshoe at Mendon Ponds - Update
Meet in the Devil's Bathtub parking area at 6:45. The snowshoe will begin at 7:00 pm. Please be on time (it is chilly for folks to be standing around). Bring water, snack, day pack, and flashlight. Hiking/ski poles are recommended. Dressing in layers is best. We will hike if there is no snow. Come and join us. An evening snowshoe is a great way to wind down after a busy day.
For more information contact Barb Brenner, 585-624-2522,

January 17
Saturday
6:00 PM

[Paddle] Waterways Winter Party at Luann Mongelli's
Just a note to let you all know that our next scheduled waterways event is our annual holiday party which will be held on January 17, 2009 at Luann Mongelli's house.
PLEASE SAVE THE DATE AND PLAN ON ATTENDING!
Please call Luann at 585-621-3321 or email her or contact Charlie Helman, 585-266-0424 or 585-303-5968, .

January 17
Saturday
9:45 AM

[Local] Genesee Valley Park - Update
Enjoy the peaceful, pastoral landscape of this Frederic Law Olmsted-designed park. We will spend much of the time walking/snowshoeing beside the Genesee River and through the trees of the golf course on this easy, 4.5 mile 2 hour hike. Meet at 9.45 am for a 10.00 am start in the parking lot for the ice rink on Elmwood Avenue (opposite the end of South Plymouth Avenue.)
For more information contact Derek at .

January 17
Saturday
2:00-4:00 PM

[Local] [Away] [Younger] Beginners' Winter Backpacking Workshop
      Penfield Library
      1985 Baird Road
      Penfield, NY
How would you like to extend your hiking and camping season to include winter? Camping in winter can be lots of fun, as there are no bugs and the campsites and trails won't be crowded. If you have three-season camping experience and equipment and would like to find out what it takes to get ready to enjoy the fourth season--winter--come to our 18th annual workshop.
To participate, please contact Erv Tschanz at 271-5263.

January 18
Sunday
9:30 AM

[Younger] Bristol Hill Trail Series, Access 2-4 - Update
Meet at 9:30 at EMS in Pittsford Plaza for a 9:45 departure as we continue the BHT. We'll be starting at access point 2, just south of Ontario County Park. This section will offer variety, with some steep climbing as well as road walking. Total distance (hiking in & out) will be 10 miles; please pack water and a trail lunch. Contact hike leader Cathy Concannon with questions.
Note: sections and distances are subject to change based on attendance and possible car shuttles.
Call or e-mail Cathy for more information: 880-4456,

January 22
Friday
6:30 PM

[Younger] TGIF @ MacGregors for Dinner, Pool & Darts - Update
Meet at MacGregors on Jefferson Ave. for Dinner at 6:30 p.m., after dinner we will start with some friendly and fun games of pool & darts. Please contact Jo if you are interested in attending, or just show up at 6:30 p.m.
Please contact Jo at 478-7461 or .

January 23-25

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] Tug Hill Winter Outing - Update
The Onondaga Chapter will host this year's outing. Come join them as they enjoy a weekend of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the Tughill region. Participants will be staying at the Mad River Club, located 5 miles east of I 81 via the Sandy Creek-Lacona exit. The exit off of I 81 is 40 miles north of Syracuse and 35 miles south of Watertown. RESERVATION FEES are as follows ($20 is non-refundable):
=> Full weekend: trips, meals and sleep in clubhouse $65
=> Full weekend: trips, meals and sleep elsewhere (see list) $65
=> Trips and Saturday banquet only, no other meals $22
Go to http://www.adktravel.org/winterouting.htm for more information on registration deadlines and the agenda.

January 24
Saturday
9:45 AM

[Local] Hike in Northampton Park - Update
Meet at the parking lot near the ski hill on Hubbell Rd. in Ogden. Hubbell Rd. is off of Rt 31, just west of the 531 expressway. We'll meet at 9:45 and hike until around noon on gentle terrain.
Contact Darlene at .

January 24
Saturday
9:30 AM

[Younger] Snowshoe: Wesley Hill Nature Preserve - Update
Meet at 9:30 AM at the Bushnells Basin park & ride. We will carpool to the Wesley Hill Nature Preserve, just north of the Cumming Nature Center. We'll explore the woods of the preserve for 2-3 hours, depending on the group. Bring water and a snack, and dress for the conditions. If there's not enough snow at Wesley Hill, the outing may be moved to an alternate location, or we may just hike the original route.
Please check the YM mail list for updates or contact Chris Asbury at .

January 24
Saturday
8:00 AM

[Local] FLT-Bristol Hills Branch Series - Update
This hike is suited for those looking for a little more strenuous hike, than the usual local weekend day hike. We will meet at the Bushnell Basin Park-n-Ride at 8:00 am. We will car pool to Ontario County Park at 8:15, where we will hike the first 7.9 miles of the Bristol Branch of the FLT (Access 1 to Access 4). This is the area of Gannett Hill and Cleveland Hill. Be prepared for a 5+ hour hike in Winter conditions (snowshoes may be necessary).
For more information contact Larry Telle at 227-6486 or .

January 24
- March 15

[Local] [Away] [Younger] GPS Adventures – A new interactive exhibition - Update
(This is not an ADK-sponsored event.)
Coming soon to the Rochester Museum & Science Center, January 24 - March 15, 2009
- Find your way through a life-sized maze as you explore cutting-edge Global Positioning systems technology.
- Navigate around waterfalls, cliffs, and ravines as you solve puzzles, decipher secret codes, and discover your Treasure City.
- Experience the fun of Geocaching.
- Learn about GPS navigation
- See examples of current technology
- Preview and help design future applications
Geared toward ages six through adult. For more information, go to http://www.gpsmaze.com or contact RMSC at http://www.rmsc.org/

Jan 30 - Feb 1
Class C and A
Dayhikes

[Away] Icefall Hike, Indian Head and Baxter
This roundtrip of 9 miles on the Ausable River and Gills Brook has been done several times in the warmer seasons as the Waterfall Hike. We'll try it in winter and hope to see the frozen beauty of Beaver Meadow Falls, Rainbow Falls and many more. Time and weather-permitting, we can climb Indian Head for great views of the Lower Ausable Lake and some High Peaks.
On Sunday we will climb Baxter Mountain, a local favorite, which also has great views of the High Peaks, for a 2.2 mile roundtrip before driving home. With 8 people, the Hostel in Keene Valley will be exclusively ours for the weekend. Departure time from Rochester on Friday is flexible.
For more information and to sign up contact Karin Töpfer at . Deposit required.

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February Outings and Events

February 6-8
Class A / B

[Paddle] [Away] [Younger] Weekend at Camp Gorham
Come join us for a weekend of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or hiking, depending on weather, at Camp Gorham in the West-Central Adirondacks. Amenities include a heated cabin with multiple sleeping rooms, a kitchen, warm showers, and upon arrival a bowl of Bob's Famous Chili. The cost is about $75 per person for two nights. Check-in is Friday after 3 PM and check-out is at 11 AM on Sunday. There are excellent trails right out the door of the cabin and from trailheads along Big Moose Road. More information about the camp can be found at www.campgorham.org/general_info_about_us.asp.
Contact Bob Borland at 242-4730 (please leave a message) or (best way to contact me).

February 6-9
Difficult Backpack

[Away] Dial, Nippletop, Colvin & Blake
We'll leave Rochester Fri. around 3:00 PM, spending the nite at a motel/hostel. From the trailhead at the Ausable Club, on Sat. we'll climb Dial & Nippletop & camp at Elk Pass. Sun. we'll climb Colvin & Blake then hike out, returning to Rochester Sun. evening. This is a strenuous trip and is for experienced winter backpackers only.
Contact Reinhard Gsellmeier for information and signup.

February 8
Sunday

[Expo] Expo Committee Update Point
Laura give Expo update at February 11 chapter meeting.

February 11
Wednesday

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] [Expo] ADK GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30 Workshop / 7:30 Presentation

February 14-15

[Local] [Away] [Younger] Beginners' Winter Backpacking Trip
This beginner's winter backpacking trip is an opportunity to apply all the knowledge gained from the January workshop presentd by Erv Tschanz and crew. We'll drive to an area south of Honeoye Lake on Saturday morning and snowshoe around Harriet Hollister Spencer Park, with full packs, before setting up camp in mid-afternoon. We'll spend the rest of the weekend working on our winter camping techniques and snowshoeing through the woods. The campsite will be close to your car and a heated cabin, in case either are needed.
You must attend the workshop on January 17 in order to participate in this field trip. Those without adequate sleeping gear can attend the day portion of the field trip.
To participate, please contact Erv Tschanz at 271-5263.

February 15
Sunday
1:00 PM

[Local] [Younger] XC Ski at Webster Park
We will ski from 1-4 PM. Meeting in the parking lot on the Soutwest corner of Holt and Lake Roads. This is a trip for intermediate skiers.
For additional information and to register, contact Gary DeWitt, , 315-333-5012.

February 19-22

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] SAVE THE DATE!! Annual Loj Trip
The Genesee Valley Chapter Annual ADK Loj Trip Will Be Held February 19-22, 2009
Again next year our Chapter will have the entire 38 spaces at the Loj for a Winter Wonderland getaway. Great friends, great activities, great meals, the mountains, you won't want to miss out on this adventure. Forbes.com calls the ADK Loj one of the 10 best "Good for you Getaways" in the world! Signup is on a first come basis. More information here.

February 21
Saturday
9:30 AM

[Younger] Snowshoe: Letchworth: Silver Lake Outlet & Kisil Point - Update
Meet at 9:30 AM at Frontier Commons. We will carpool to Letchworth State Park and snowshoe along the Silver Lake Outlet and then out to Kisil point, taking in some frozen waterfalls and some great views of the gorge along the way. We'll snowshoe for 2-3 hours, depending on the group. Bring water and a snack, and dress for the conditions. If there's not enough snow at Letchworth, the outing may be moved to an alternate location, or we may just hike the original route.
Please check the YM mail list for updates or contact Chris Asbury at .

February 27
Friday
6:00 PM

[Younger] TGIF @ TGIF'S & Movie at the Cinema - Update
Plan to meet at TGI Friday's on Rte. 15A for dinner at 6 p.m. and following the gastronomy, we will head over to Regal 18 for a movie. Please contact Jo if you are interested in attending. If interested in only the movie just show up at Regal 18 on Marketplace Drive at 7:30 p.m.
Please contact Jo at 478-7461 or .

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March Outings and Events

March 10
Tuesday
6:00 PM

[Expo] Expo Committee at Corky's and Steve's
More info here.
Karin give Expo update at March 11 chapter meeting.

March 11
Wednesday

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] [Expo] ADK GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30 Workshop / 7:30 Presentation

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April Outings and Events

April 8

[Expo] Joan give Expo update at April 8 chapter meeting

April 8
Wednesday

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] [Expo] ADK GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30 Workshop / 7:30 Presentation

April 12
Sunday

[Expo] Expo Committee Update Point
Send your progress updates to the team!

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May Outings and Events

May 7
Thursday
6:00 PM

[Expo] Expo Committee at Mendon Ponds
More info here.
Steve give Expo update at May 15 chapter meeting.

May 15
Wednesday

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] [Expo] ADK GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30 Workshop / 7:30 Presentation

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June Outings and Events

June 5-7

[Younger] Green Lakes State Park Camping Trip
We will be going to Green Lake State Park to tent camp and hike around Green and Round Lakes. These are very special lakes, in that they are Meromectic lakes, which means they do not turn over (circulate) the water layers annually like normal lakes do. Because of this they are always green in color. There are wonderful old growth forests to hike through at this state park. It will be a wonderful trip to kick summer off with. The cost of the trip, at this point, is $40.00 per person prepaid. We need a minimum of 4 people for this trip, but the more people the less it costs each of us.
Please contact Jo at 478-7461 or by January 1, 2009 so we can book our campsites.

June 10

[Expo] Barb give Expo update at June 10 chapter meeting

June 10
Wednesday

[Paddle] [Local] [Away] [Younger] [Expo] ADK GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30 Workshop / 7:30 Presentation

June 13

ADK Outdoor Expo 2009 at Mendon Ponds - Save the day!

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July Outings and Events

July 8
Wednesday
6:00 PM

[Expo] Expo Committee at Mendon Ponds
More info here.

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September Outings and Events

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October Outings and Events

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December Outings and Events

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