Want to join one of our hikes on the outing schedule? If you are not a member of the Onondaga Chapter and would like to join us, e-mail Outings Committee Lisa Druke at . Guests are welcome to join for 1 or 2 outings to see what we are all about – please contact us!
Note: DeLorme Atlas & Gazetteer (New York) reference is copyright 2011 or later.
To see all currently scheduled ADK outings for all chapters click here. https://www.adk.org/play/calendar/
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Walking Wednesday
Every Wednesday
Meeting Place: DeWitt Wegmans Park and Ride [in front of Hobby Lobby]
Rating: (E-M)
Leaders: Mary Niemi 446-6725 and Sigi Schwinge 437-6906
Every Wednesday some of our members take a hike of 3-6 miles on one of the many trails in CNY (including the North Country National Scenic Trail and the Finger Lakes Trail!). The first Wednesday of each month during Spring, Summer and Fall is usually devoted to trail maintenance. The Wednesday hikers welcome new participants. Please bring lunch and sufficient water. Please call or email the leaders if you have questions.
9081 Tuller Hill State Forest Snowshoe
Sat, Feb 24
Meeting Time: Contact Leader
Meeting Place: Green Hills Plaza (across from Green Hills parking lot)
Rating/Distance: Level 2 B, Moderate, 5.5 miles, 3-4 hours est. time
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCNST (NCT100 Challenge)
R/T Drive: 96 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT 20; Snowtrails, Freeman, p. 209
Leader(s): Theresa & Jay Evans, or 315-414-0431
Join us for a return trip to Tuller Hill State Forest south of Cortland. We will be doing a loop hike using the FLT trail and Cortland 9 road. We will boot hike (bring microspikes) if little snow.
9082 Moxham Mountain Snowshoe
Sat, Mar 2
Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 2 B, Moderate, 1152’ ascent
Outing Distance: 5.4 miles (A)
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): 4 hours
R/T Drive (miles): 300 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 38, Nat’l Geo#744
Leader(s): Lisa Druke, 315-447-4018,
The trail to Moxham Mt. has an elevation gain of 1152′ and has many scenic views along the trail including nice views from the 2418’ summit. Dress in layers and be prepared for variable weather conditions at the top. Bring water, lunch and a hot drink. Contact leader for an update on conditions.
9083 Highland Forest Hike/Snowshoe
Mon, Mar 4 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 4-5 miles, ~3-4 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): 40 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT-O2
Leader(s): Sigi Schwinge, , 315-437-6906
We’ll walk from the dam on the FLT Onondaga Branch Trail to Skytop to enjoy the spectacular view and return with maybe a loop on HF trails to the lean-to. To join our merry group of walk-n-talkers please email Sigi for other weekly Monday walks.
9084 Green Lakes State Park Hike
Sat, Mar 9 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C+, Fairly Easy, ~500’
Outing Distance: 6 miles
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): 3.5 – 4 hours
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61, Green Lakes Trails Map
Leader(s): Lisa Druke, 315-447-4018,
We will hike the trails in this pretty park including the Perimeter, Old Growth, Indian Ovens trails and enjoy some of the views of Onondaga County. The trails are hilly with ~500’ of elevation change and the pace will be moderate. Bring water, lunch/snack.
9085 Fellows Hill Loop
Sat, Mar 16 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 3.5 miles, 4 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): 40 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT-O1
Leader(s): Mary Niemi, 315-751-7492,
This trail has it all – hills, creeks, ravines. Come and enjoy a hike on St. Patrick’s Day weekend. March can be snowy/icy or muddy. Bring snacks & water.
9086 Spring Business Meeting 2024
Open to Non-members, Bring a Friend
Sat, Mar 23 3:00 PM
Meeting Place: Collamer United Church, 6865 Fly Rd., East Syracuse. (Enter from back of the Church)
Directions: Take Rt. 481 North from Syracuse to Exit 7 (Rt. 298) take right onto 298 West to Fly Road, go south on Fly Road (left turn by Adirondack Furniture) the driveway to the church is 1/4 mile on your right.
Leader(s): Pat Urban, , Sandy Manca,
Social half-hour at 3:00 pm. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Our guest speaker at 3:30 is Jeff Sargent. Jeff is a long-time member of our ADK Chapter. He is an active member with Central Adirondack Search and Rescue and now Wilderness SAR. Over the past few years. Jeff has shared his knowledge and hiking skills through courses he taught. He has hiked over 10,000 miles and completed the Triple Crown (AT, PCT, CDT). His other adventures include the Northville Placid, FLT, 46r, Long Trail, Long Path, Trans Adirondack and Cranberry 50. Jeff will share some of his hiking adventures and photos with us. Business meeting will follow at 4:30. At 5:00 p.m. we will have a potluck dinner. Please bring a dish to share and your own place setting. Reservations are required.
Please check our website at www.adk-on.org for updates and to access the link for registration.
9087 Baltimore Woods Hike
Sun, Mar 31 12:00 PM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Directions: 4007 Bishop Hill Rd., Marcellus, NY
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 3-5 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 60, baltimorewoods.org/visit/interpretive-center-trails/
Leader(s): Theresa J. Evans, 315-414-0431,
Let’s get some fresh air to celebrate Easter and early Spring. This is a nature preserve under the Central New York Land Trust. We will hike a series of trails, which encompass some ups and downs in these woods. We might also spot some early wild flowers. Speed will be moderate. Bring snacks/lunch/water. Note the trail conditions could be variable at this time.
9088 FLT Chippewa Falls Spur Trail
Mon, Apr 1 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 4 miles, ~3 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT
R/T Drive (miles): 65 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 77, FLT-M21
Leader(s): Sigi Schwinge 315-437-6906,
Walk from Stoney Brook Rd. to the little waterfall that can roar when well fed by rain, and back. Some may opt to extend our outing to other nearby trails. Bring lunch and water.
9089 Walking Wednesday Trail Maintenance
Wed, Apr 3 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 4-5 miles, ~4-6 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): Less than 100 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 60, DeLorme p. 61, DeLorme p. 77, FLT-O1, FLT-O2, FLT-M21
Leader(s): Dick Frio, , 315-679-0622
We will be doing maintenance on a portion of the Finger Lakes Trail / North Country Trail. Our chapter currently maintains 72 miles of the FLT and three lean-tos. 57 miles of our section are concurrent with the NCT. No special skills are needed just a genuine desire to ensure that our trails are kept clear and blazed for all hikers to enjoy. The chapter furnishes all necessary tools. Bring a pair of work gloves, water, lunch and wear appropriate clothing. Severely adverse weather conditions will cancel the hike.
9090 NCT Webber Rd to Tromp Rd
Sun, Apr 7 11:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 4 miles, ~3 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): 30 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT-O2
Leader(s): Lisa Druke, 315-447-4018,
Enjoy an early spring hike on the Onondaga Trail starting from Webber Rd. in New Woodstock to Tromp Rd and return. The trail immediately climbs several hundred feet through a hardwood forest near the old Mystic Mountain ski trails. We will have lunch at Tromp Rd, the turn around point. Bring rain gear, water and snack/lunch.
9091 Onondaga Creek Walk
Sun, Apr 14
Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 3-5 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 60
Leader(s): Mary Coffin, 315-657-0229, Brenda Vieileux, 315-463-9103
We will walk down to the lake and check out waterfowl and eagle activity. Hike as much or as little as you wish. Consider extending your walk on your own into the city for coffee or lunch.
9092 Baltimore Woods Hike
Sat, Apr 20 9:30 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Directions: 4007 Bishop Hill Rd., Marcellus, NY
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 3 miles, 3-4 hours
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 60, Baltimore Woods Nature Center trail map
Leader(s): Mary Niemi, 315-751-7492,
Let’s get out for a hike in this lovely Marcellus Park to see the early Spring flowers and plants. Bring snacks and water.
9093 Link Trail Mount Pleasant to Nelson Rd NCT100
Sun, Apr 21 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 4 miles
Long Distance Trail: NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): 4 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61
Leader(s): Kathy Disque, 315-656-3383,
We’ll see how many flowers are in bloom along this wooded trail near Canastota.
9094 Pigeon Lake Wilderness Trail Clearing
Wed, Apr 24 (Rain date: Fri, Apr 26)
Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 2 B+, Moderately Strenuous
Outing Distance: 7+ miles (A)
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): 6 – 8 hours
R/T Drive (miles): 200 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 36, ADK West Central Guide
Leader(s): Sigi Schwinge, , Bob Rosati, , Dick Frio 315-679-0622,
Actual date will depend on snow melt conditions, but we also want to beat black flies. Contact Sigi towards the end of April if you are interested in joining us. We’ll pick one of the trails off Big Moose Rd. and clear winter blow down. Enjoy the hike along creeks and ponds while getting the trail ready for the hiking season. Usually, an early meeting time for the 2+ hr. drive there and we might be out all day. Bring water and food, but we can also stop in Old Forge for food afterwards. Pack rain gear, work gloves and hand tools, if you have them. We also provide tools. Rain/bad weather/bad conditions alternate date is Friday, April 26. Contact leaders to confirm the plan.
9095 Stone Quarry Art Park Hike NCT
Sat, Apr 27 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, ~4 miles, 2-3 hours
Long Distance Trail: NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): 6 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61
Leader(s): Theresa Evans, 315-414-0431 or
We will take an early Spring Hike on the Link Trail/NCT from Chenango Street to the Art Park and return. We will look for possible early wild flowers or critters along the way. We will be walking uphill to get to the Art Park. We can spend time meandering about the park taking in the view and/or art sculptures. Bring snacks, lunch, and/or water.
We can stop for lunch/snack and then make our return to the Chenango Street Parking Lot.
9096 Middle Settlement Lake Backpack
Sat, Apr 27 to Sun, Apr 28
Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C+, Fairly Easy
Outing Distance: 6.4 miles RT (A)
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): Overnight outing
R/T Drive (miles): 200 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 35
Leader(s): Jim Bristol, 315-935-3623
Let’s take a walk into the Ha-De-Ron-Dah Wilderness. We will backpack back to picturesque Middle Settlement Lake lean-to and spend the night. Trip size is limited to 8. Contact leader for trip details.
9097 Walk the Old Erie Canal from Burdick St.
Sun, Apr 28
Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, Flat terrain
Outing Distance: 3-5 mi RT
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): 3 – 4 hours
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61
Leader(s): Mary Coffin 315-657-0229, Brenda Veilleux 315-463-9103
We will walk the towpath east looking for signs of Spring along the canal.
9098 Walking Wednesday Trail Maintenance
Wed, May 1 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level:Level 1 C, Easy, 4-5 miles, ~4-6 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): Less than 100 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 60, DeLorme p. 61, DeLorme p. 77, FLT-O1, FLT-O2, FLT-M21
Leader(s): Dick Frio, 315-679-0622
We will be doing maintenance on a portion of the Finger Lakes Trail / North Country Trail. Our chapter currently maintains 72 miles of the FLT and three lean-tos. 57 miles of our section are concurrent with the NCT. No special skills are needed just a genuine desire to ensure that our trails are kept clear and blazed for all hikers to enjoy. The chapter furnishes all necessary tools. Bring a pair of work gloves, water, lunch and wear appropriate clothing. Severely adverse weather conditions will cancel the hike.
9099 “Boots on the Ground” Trail Kick-off at Spruce Pond
Sat, May 4 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, <5 miles
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT-O1
Leader(s): Harold Kyle, , 315-416-4619
Start the season off with a bang. We will review trail steward maintenance criteria and reporting procedures before a “boots on the ground”, “hands on the tool” hike on a section of the FLT and NCT. Bring gloves, lunch and water and dress for the weather. Tools are supplied. No experience needed. We’ll meet at a campsite location near Spruce Pond off Herlihy Rd in Morgan Hill State Forest. After a quick refresher, we will begin the work of rerouting the steep, eroded trail leading uphill from Spruce Pond.
9100 Pratts Falls Hike
Sun, May 5 9:30 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 3.5 miles, ~3-4 hours
Outing Distance:
Est. hrs (excl. driving time):
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 60, Pratts Falls trails map
Leader(s): Mary Niemi, 315-751-7492,
With the winter weather gone, we can walk on the lower falls area and other areas we avoid when it is icy. Bring snacks and water.
9101 Fellows Hill Loop
Mon, May 6 9:00 AM
Meeting Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy
Outing Distance: 4 miles
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): 3 hours
Long Distance Trail: FLT, NCT100
R/T Drive (miles): 40 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 61, FLT-O1
Leader(s): Sigi Schwinge, 315-437-6906, ,
We’ll start uphill to the “peak” (sorry no view) then descent to Spruce Pond and complete our loop along scenic creeks with little waterfalls. This is a Finger Lakes Trail Passport hike. Find info on the passport program on www.FingerLakesTrail.org and go to Hiking then go to Passports. Our walk-n-talk group finds an interesting trail every Monday. Email Sigi for more info.
9102 Six Mile Creek Trail-Tribute to Hal Boyce
Sat, May 11
Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leader for time/place to meet for carpool
Hike Level: Level 1 C+, Fairly Easy, ~600 feet
Outing Distance: 4.8 miles
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): ~3 – 4 hours
R/T Drive (miles): ~120 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 76; Take a Hike by Rich & Sue Freeman, p. 222
Leader(s): Theresa & Jay Evans, 315-414-0431;
Let’s take a walk at Six-Mile Creek in City of Ithaca. Hal Boyce, a long-time member of our club introduced me to this hike many years ago. We will, hopefully, see wild followers popping up. The other possiblity is nude sunbathing though may be a bit too cool and/or Gorge Rangers have subdued this activity. We will hike thru the Mulholland Wildflower Preserve and VanNattas Dam Watershed Area. I do recall some ups and downs. There are waterfalls to see as well. Come join us for a Spring Hike and to pay tribute to my friend and former ADK member (held many offices), Hal Boyce. Bring lunch, snacks and water. Also, bring a camera too for pics.
9103 Siamese Ponds Backpack
Sat, May 18 to Sun, May 19
Meeting Time/Place: Contact Leader
Hike Level: Level 2 B+, Moderately Strenuous
Outing Distance: 7 miles RT (A)
Est. hrs (excl. driving time): Overnight outing
R/T Drive (miles): 260 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 37
Leader(s): Jim Bristol, 315-935-3623
Let’s take a walk back into the Siamese Ponds Wilderness. We will backpack from parking on Route 8 to a lean-to on the east branch of the Sacandaga River and spend the night. Contact leader for trip details. Trip size is limited to 8.
9104 Chaumont Barrens Wildflower Hike
Sat, May 25 10:00 AM
Meeting Place:
Hike Level: Level 1 C, Easy, 2 miles, ~3 hours
R/T Drive (miles): 150 miles
Map Reference(s): DeLorme p. 25
Leader(s): Kathy Disque, 315-656-3383,
Hike the unique Alvar landscape at this Nature Conservancy property in Jefferson County. There are many unusual flowers that bloom in this area. The orchids and prairie smoke should be blooming at this time. We will hike slowly with many opportunities to explore the area and take pictures.