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 the Outing’s Chair Lisa Druke at or contact the Membership’s Chair Peg Whaley at or 315-633-0154. Guests are welcome to join for 1 or 2 outings to see what we are all about – please contact us!
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Walking Wednesday
Every Wednesday some of our members take a 3-6 mile hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The first Wedfnesday of each month during Spring, Summer and Fall is usually devoted to trail mantenance. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. Carpooling is the norm. Please bring lunch and sufficient water. Call or email […]
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Middle Settlement Lake Backpack
We will back pack into the Middle Settlement Lake on Brown’s Tract Trail and Access Trail to the lean-to where we will camp. The trails are rolling, sometimes rough, go through dense forest and open up at the lake. The lean-to provides a beautiful Adirondack setting. Expect muddy spots on the trail. Bring swim suit […]
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FLT Maintenance Hike
We will be doing maintenance on a portion of the Finger Lakes Trail/North Country Trail for which our Chapter has responsibility. Please attend and support this important activity. No special skills are required, just a genuine desire to ensure that trails are kept clear and marked for all hikers to enjoy. Bring a pair of […]
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Community Family Hike#2: Webber Road to Armstrong Pond, NCT100
Families are encouraged to join us for this part of the FLT/NCT Onondaga Trail Webber Road to Armstrong Pond near New Woodstock. We will hike through mature mixed hardwoods and enjoy a snack at a lovely pond. Mary & Bill Coffin 315-687-3589
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Chittenango Creek Paddle
Join us for a nice evening paddle on this calm and meandering creek. PFD required. Peg & Pat Whaley 315-633-0154
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Walking Wednesday
Every Wednesday some of our members take a 3-6 mile hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The first Wedfnesday of each month during Spring, Summer and Fall is usually devoted to trail mantenance. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. Carpooling is the norm. Please bring lunch and sufficient water. Call or email […]
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North Country Trail Team Work Hike, NCT100
Join us as we touch up trail on a section of the FLT/NCT in Cortland County. We provide tools. Bring work gloves, lunch and water. Bill & Mary Coffin, 315-687-3589,
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YM Kayak#2 – Jamesville Reservoir
Join YM’s for our second kayak outing of the summer. Once again this will be a paddle suitable for new kayakers. The group paddle will last about an hour. Rentals will be available at the park for $15.Michael Burkett 315-263-2268Email:
Bucks Brook State Forest
After spotting cars, we will start at Bucks Brook Rd, heading north on the FLT to Mariposa Rd. The old stone wall along the trail is a sturdy reminder of the area’s past. Bring lunch, water & sunscreen. Mary Niemi 315-751-7492,
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Walking Wednesday
Every Wednesday some of our members take a 3-6 mile hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The first Wedfnesday of each month during Spring, Summer and Fall is usually devoted to trail mantenance. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. Carpooling is the norm. Please bring lunch and sufficient water. Call or email […]
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Paddle Salmon River Port Ontario
We will paddle approx 2 hours on the Salmon River out of Pine Grove. After lunch, we will take a short walk along the river to the lake. Bring canoe/kayak, life vest, water, lunch, bug spray and suntan lotion. Inclement weather cancels. Please contact leader in advance if interested. John Lang 315-492-3414
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FLT Maintenance Hike
We will be doing maintenance on a portion of the Finger Lakes Trail/North Country Trail for which our Chapter has responsibility. Please attend and support this important activity. No special skills are required, just a genuine desire to ensure that trails are kept clear and marked for all hikers to enjoy. Bring a pair of […]
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Dial & Nippletop
We will hike the Henry Goddard Leach trail up and over Bear Den Mt. to Dial Mt, then on to Nippletop. We will return to Lake Rd. via Elk Pass. This will be a long tough day of hiking High Peaks, so please be prepared both physically and mentally. Bring plenty of water, snacks, lunch […]
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Whetstone Gulf State Park Hike/Walk/Swim
I will hike the rim trail, 5 miles, which has a steep ascent and steep descent. The rest is flat. You may wish to walk through the picnic area and campgrounds and sit by the stream and small waterfalls. After the hike, we will have a picnic and a swim in the ‘icy’ waters of […]
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Walking Wednesday
Every Wednesday some of our members take a 3-6 mile hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The first Wedfnesday of each month during Spring, Summer and Fall is usually devoted to trail mantenance. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. Carpooling is the norm. Please bring lunch and sufficient water. Call or email […]
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Tuller Hill State Forest – Late Summer Hike, NCT100
We will hike this year from Carson Rd to West River Rd for easier car spotting. We will lunch at Woodchuck Hollow Lean-to. There are some hills in this woodland, but the Tuller Hill forest will provide us coolness and shade. Bring water, snacks/lunch. Theresa and Jay Evans 315-414-0431
Shortest Hikes in the Adirondacks
We will visit Death Falls, Upper Pond in ‘our’ Pigeon Lake Wilderness of 51,000 acres, Moss Lake and the majestic Cathedral Pines. Slow paced. Dick Lightcap 315-729-9385
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Chateaugay State Forest Hike
Let’s walk the trails of this state forest. Bring lunch and water. Missy Ethridge
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Walking Wednesday
Every Wednesday some of our members take a 3-6 mile hike on one of the many trails in CNY. The first Wedfnesday of each month during Spring, Summer and Fall is usually devoted to trail mantenance. The Wednesday hikes welcome new participants. Carpooling is the norm. Please bring lunch and sufficient water. Call or email […]
YM Social Outing – Chief’s Game!
The summer is almost over. Let’s spend a nice evening at a baseball game to enjoy what’s left of the summer. To attend this outing you must contact the leader by August 23rd. Michael Burkett 315-263-2268