Genesee RiverWatch

05/21/2026

Join Genesee RiverWatch, the Genesee Waterways Center, and the City of Rochester for guided paddling experiences. These are perfect for beginners, families, and nature lovers 🌿☀️
🍦 June 27 – Learn to Paddle + Ice Cream Social (FREE for city residents!)
🌱 July 26 – Lower River Water Chestnut Pull
🌇 October 3 – Roc the Riverway Skyline Paddle
💲 Affordable pricing for residents & non-residents
Spots fill fast—don’t miss your chance to explore the Genesee like never before! Registration will open soon at: https://www.geneseewaterways.org/event

05/19/2026

Save the Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026 - The annual Outdoor Expo sponsored by the Genesee Valley Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club. We'll be there - come see us!!

27th ANNUAL OUTDOOR EXPOpresented byGenesee Valley ChapterAdirondack Mountain ClubandMonroe County ParksSaturday, June 13, 20269:30 am to 3:30 pmMendon Ponds Park, Pittsford NY Join us this June for our annual celebration of the great outdoors! Free and open to the public, the Outdoor Expo is held a...

05/06/2026

Join the Genesee Waterways Center, Genesee RiverWatch, and City of Rochester for guided paddling experiences from June–October—perfect for beginners, families, and nature lovers 🌿☀️
✨ Special Events:
🍦 June 27 – Learn to Paddle + Ice Cream Social (FREE for city residents!)
🌱 July 26 – Lower River Water Chestnut Pull
🌇 October 3 – Roc the Riverway Skyline Paddle
💲 Affordable pricing for residents & non-residents
📍 Multiple meet-up locations
Spots fill fast—don’t miss your chance to explore the Genesee like never before!
🔗 Register: https://www.geneseewaterways.org/event

05/05/2026

Attention kayakers, canoers, and paddle boarders: a few days ago we asked "where is this" - and here's the answer! It's the Petten Street Boat Launch, located at 110 Petten Street in Charlotte. Genesee RiverWatch played an instrumental role in the creation of this launch, which was dedicated in 2020. To learn more about the history of this launch site, visit us at https://geneseeriverwatch.org/2020/12/04/the-story-behind-petten-street-access-dock/

See you on the river!

05/04/2026

The Genesee River is a scenic river that flows northward through Pennsylvania and New York before emptying into Lake Ontario. It is one of the few major rivers in North America that flows from south to north, making it geographically unique.

As it passes through Letchworth State Park, often called the “Grand Canyon of the East,” the river creates a series of stunning waterfalls and deep gorges. Further downstream in Rochester, it forms additional impressive falls before reaching the lake.

Known for its natural beauty and dramatic landscapes, the Genesee River has played an important role in shaping the region’s history, industry, and tourism, making it one of the most remarkable rivers in the northeastern United States.

05/02/2026

The season is beginning for outdoor activities! Soon we'll be sharing our 2026 paddle dates, but in the meantime.....where is this??? Post your answer in the comment section below 😊

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04/29/2026

Do you know a spot along the Genesee River or one of its tributaries that's plagued by a buildup of trash?

Take it a step further. Would you and people you know - friends, classmates, co-workers - like to help clean it up?

If so, then get in touch. Genesee RiverWatch has the equipment and the know-how to organize cleanup at places that really need it. DM us here or email [email protected]

Let's slash the trash!
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04/23/2026

ICYMI: On April 16 RIT students shared the results of their Capstone Project on monitoring the Oatka Streambank Restoration along with updated monitoring protocols for the Genesee River watershed. Visit our website to view their excellent presentation!

RIT students gave an outstanding presentation on their Capstone Project: Monitoring Programs for Oatka Creek

04/22/2026

From all of us at Genesee RiverWatch, Happy Earth Day! We hope you are able to get out and enjoy some nature on this beautiful spring day!

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04/21/2026

Genesee RiverWatch’s 2026 river cleanup season got off to a great start Saturday, April 18, with nearly 540 pounds of trash and debris pulled from the river by dozens of volunteers! Go to our website to learn more:

Our first cleanups were a successful start to the 2026 river cleanup season!