Ukraina Loop Trail Hike to Historic Honcharenko Site | Hayward

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Come out for a hike to the site of the farm and burial place of the Ukrainian patriot and orthodox priest, Agapius Honcharenko (1832-1916), who came to Hayward in 1873.

He promoted human rights for all people, particularly his former countrymen in Russia-controlled Ukraine. Honcharenko conducted Orthodox Church services in a cave located near the couple’s home while Albina held outdoor classes for local children. He had many friends in the community who helped care for him in his old age. Honcharenko died in 1916 and was buried next to his wife under a tree near their home.

You will meet at the trail access on Carden Lane, by Stonebrae Elementary School, near the intersection of Fairview Avenue and Hayward Boulevard. Rain cancels the hike.

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