Recreational, Non-Competitive Walking Group
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum [https://chittenangolanding.org], 717 Lakeport Road, Chittenango, NY.
Find out more in our November 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Jamesville Beach Park, 3992 Apulia Rd, Jamesville, NY 13078.
Jamesville Beach Park located at 3992 Apulia Rd., Jamesville, NY 13078 has changed a lot since Folksmarch was last there 17 years ago. On Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12 we will meet at the Overlook Shelter for sign-in. Walking sticks suggested.
The park has added a huge white tent for gatherings (taken down now), a disc golf course, updated the small playground near the beach (beach is not open at this time of year), and added a huge off-leash dog park starting on the east edge of the developed part of the park. With luck, the leaves will be changing. The walk on grass and dirt trails starting out near the reservoir and along Butternut Creek will lead into the off-leash dog park trails, so be prepared to meet friendly dogs and people. There are a few short ups and downs where walking sticks would help. If it rains on or before the FM, be prepared for some muddy patches. For those who prefer smooth walking, there are paved and dirt roads available.
Find out more in our October 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Fair Haven Fire Department, 14447 Fair Haven Road, Fair Haven, NY 13156.
We move south and slightly west from our August location to enjoy a September Folksmarch in and around the Village of Fair Haven. We last visited this lovely village in Cayuga County in July 2022. Walkers will enjoy the chance to walk the vibrant main street and explore shops and businesses. Part of the route will take walkers along residential streets with a view of the bay. There is also a one-mile stretch along a former railroad bed and wooded path.
Find out more in our September 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Salmon River Fish Hatchery 2133 County Route 22, Altmar, NY 13302. [website]
Folksmarch walkers will experience two sites in the north country as part of our walk the weekend of August 9 and 10, 2025.
First stop for registration will be the Salmon River Fish Hatchery at 2133 County Route 22, Altmar, NY 13302. Visitors will be able to watch an information video as well as hear information provided by hatchery staff.
The second part of our northern walk will be at Salmon River Falls, 186 Falls Road, Richland, NY 13144. The first quarter of a mile is wheelchair-accessible and takes walkers to the Falls.
Find out more in our August 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, JULY 12 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, JULY 13, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Canal Landing Park, 120 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville, NY. (website)
CNY Folksmarch will be walking along a feeder of the Erie Canal in the Village of Fayetteville in July. Join your fellow walkers on the weekend of July 12 and 13 at Canal Landing Park, 120 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville, NY 13066. Registration will be at the covered area between the parking lot and the playground.
Find out more in our July 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, JUNE 15, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Lime Hollow Nature Center, Cortland, NY.
CNY Folksmarch heads south in June to a spot we explored a few years ago. The
weekend of June 14th and 15th will have walkers enjoy the trails at Lime Hollow Nature
Center, just a short drive south of the city of Cortland.
Registration will be at the Visitor Center at 338 McLean Road, Cortland, NY 13045.
Find out more in our June 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, MAY 10 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, MAY 11, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Register at the Cleveland Volunteer Fire Department at 31 West Street,Cleveland, NY.
Our upcoming May walk in Cleveland, NY, scheduled for May 10 and 11, with registration at the Cleveland Volunteer Fire Department. Walkers will explore village streets, historical sites, and possibly parts of the refurbished rail trail. Our newsletter highlights Cleveland’s history, including its glass factory, sand mines, and connection to the O & W Railroad.
Find out more in our May 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, APRIL 12 , 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Oxbow Falls County Park at 6919 Oxbow Rd., Canastota, NY 13032.
The Park “is located on the northern edge of the Helderberg Escarpment, a geological formation that dates back over 350-400 million years to the Devonian period. The escarpment forms a steep cliff of over 100 ft creating 3 waterfalls within the park and a beautiful view of the lowlands to the north” (from the NYFalls website). Each of the falls are about 10 ft long but follow a long, very pretty, downhill course with water tumbling over rocks and around twists. One of the falls can be seen from the Disc Golf area and all three from the upper entrance to the park.
Find out more in our April 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, MARCH 9, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Lucius Gleason Mansion, 314 Second Street, Liverpool, NY 13088.
CNY Folksmarch will combine a village walk, a historical walking tour, and the walking path at Onondaga Lake Park during our March Folksmarch.
The Greater Liverpool Chamber of Commerce has been working with us to make Liverpool the place to visit on Saturday, March 8th or Sunday, March 9th. Our walkers always enjoy a village walk because it gives them achance to really see a community instead of just driving through it on theway to somewhere else.
The Chamber is located in the Lucius Gleason Mansion, which will be our registration location. The mansion is located at 314 Second Street, Liverpool, NY 13088. Walkers may enter the mansion at the front door facing Second Street, or use the ramp entrance facing Sycamore Street. Check out the Liverpool Village Walking Tour or Oswego Street Walking Tour.
Find out more in our March 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM AND SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027.
A favorite spot for CNY Folksmarch is Beaver Lake Nature Center -partly because it is one of the few winter locations where we can find well-groomed trails to walk, but mainly because of the natural beauty and pleasant surroundings. The dense tree coverage, even with significant snowfall in the area, usually means that BLNC has at least 3 walkable trails. This is also a great location for those who bring their own cross-country skis. Another option might be to bring snowshoes or rent a pair for $5 per hour. The usual Folksmarch rates will be in place, but we are pleased that BLNC management has again graciously offered to waive the parking fee for Folksmarchers.
Find out more in our February 2025 Folksmarch Footnotes newsletter.
CNY FOLKSMARCH