We were honored to receive this proclamation, which was read aloud in front of the full legislature before the session on Tuesday night began. Dan Quatro and Debbie Draw authored the proclamation recognizing GROC for our volunteer efforts and contributions to our parks.
This is a far cry from our last attendance at the legislature meeting where the simple idea of shared-use trails allowing mountain bike access was HOTLY contested and a very polarizing topic. This is really a huge accomplishment for all of the people who have advocated and participated to make this Pilot Program a reality. This is just AWESOME !!!
GROC President Jonathan Brown and Board members Mark and Mary Lee Rosenzweig, Adam Reitz and Russ Wait gladly accepted the honer for our members. Also there to support GROC were Dave Rinaldo and Mark Quinn from the Monroe County Parks department.
GROC would like to say a special thanks to legislators Dan Quatro and Debbie Draw for their recognition and support. We especialy want to thank Dave Rinaldo and Mark Quinn for all of their help in working with the volunteers and the great job they have done to renovate parking areas, trail access improvements and signage in Tryon Park and West Bay Park.
All in all an amazing few years and some much deserved recognition for all of you who have advocated and participated in the efforts to bring more shared-use trails to our area.
Remember to say thanks to the Monroe County Parks Department and your supporting legislators who helped us in these efforts.
Jonathan Brown
President
GROC Honored by Department of Human Services – GROC will be accepting an “ Outstanding Asset Builder “ Award on Oct 1st we ere nominated for this award by Mike Cooper the Penfield's Director of Parks and Recreation. The Asset Builder Award recognizes those who who donate their time in an effort to encourage our youth in leading positive healthy lives. The award will be given at the Zoo at 11am on Oct 1st.
those who use the trails but those land managers and community organizations. Shared- Use trails absolutely have an impact that extends beyond mountain bikers.
We were very privileged to have the Subaru IMBA Trail Crew join us in Rochester for 3 days of Training and presentations on Sustainable Trail Building. Even better we got 2 Trail crews, Steve & Morgan Lommele and Jake Carten and Jenny Abraham really put on a fun and full three days.
Saturday the crew put on a 3 hour training class that dove deeper into sustainable trail practices and techniques for building trails that will enhance the trail experience for all user groups. We had about 20 people from local GROC members and representatives from Monroe County Parks and Forestry service.
Irondequoit Bay Park West and Tryon Park now host shared-use trails
In order for the trail systems to be enjoyable for everyone, user safety is a top priority. All bicyclists are required to wear helmets and must yield to hikers. Bicycling is also restricted to designated shared-use trails and is not allowed on footpaths or other non-designated areas. Individuals participating in off-road bicycling should do so at their own risk. Trails will be patrolled by volunteer members of the National Mountain Bike Patrol.
