We bring people to the water. We believe paddling and rowing and shared with all Greater Rochesterians will build a community that delights in our local waterways, and the lifelong enjoyment of paddling and rowing. Self-sustaining as a 501(c)(3) non profit organization, we will be a partner to our socio-economically diverse community by promoting education, fitness, and goodwill.

In its 30-year history, Genesee Waterways Center has been Greater Rochester’s champion for all the physical, mental, and community benefits of recreational paddling and competitive rowing.

In addition to the Genesee RIver boathouse in the City of Rochester and Genesee Valley Park, GWC operates the only human-made whitewater park in the State of New York at Erie Canal Lock 32 in the Town of Pittsford.

GWC is proud to be the center of kayaking and rowing in the city, while also fostering additional opportunities throughout the region. We provide storage and easy access for tenants and continue to build, adapt and improve our services and programs. We recognize that investing in our operations and the boathouse facility improves our ability to engage a wide range of city residents in the unique experiences on the Genesee River that we offer.

Our priority audiences include youth, adults, and families within the City of Rochester— and anyone else wanting to get on the water, from all walks of life, and from near or far! Our partnerships with many schools and universities in our community continue to grow and provides many with their first time experience with water sports and an opportunity to explore the remarkable river that runs through their city. Years after their canoeing or kayaking experiences on the Genesee River and surrounding area, many have come back to say how much they remember the trip and how grateful they were for such an experience.

Board of Directors:

President - Tom Kosanke

Vice-President - Alex Macur

Treasurer/Bookkeeper – Eric Foster

Secretary – Open (Alex Macur – temporary)

James Farr – City Representative

Jane Possee

Jerry Koehler

Operations:

Executive Director: Carrie Hoey

Director of Rowing: Morgan Mastrosimone

Lock 32/Whitewater Coordinator: Paul Twist

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