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- 20November 20, 2022
Peninsula Blue Series - Hopeness, Jack Poste and Don Irish Side Trails
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-blue-series-hopeness-jack-poste-and-don-irish-side-trails/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Peninsula
Location (Google Maps):
Hike Leader(s): Saabir Sohrab Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12 Approx.Description
This hike is through the mature forest of Hope Bay Forest Provincial Nature Reserve We will hike the Hopeness, Jack Poste and Don Irish Side Trails and loop back on the main trail for some gorgeous lookouts overlooking the Hope Bay.Dress according to weather in layers. Bring water, lunch and wear appropriate footwear for rugged terrain.Rain or shine.Time commitment is approximately 4-5hrs.Meeting place : Roadside parking on the southeast corner at the junction of Scenic Caves Rd and Richardson Rd.Please arrive a few minutes before our starting time of 9:30amRattlesnake Point Loop
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/rattlesnake-point-loop-4/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area Parking Lot (Appleby Line 1km north of Derry Road.Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15Description
This will be a loop hike starting and ending on the Rattlesnake Point Side Trail. We will hike along the main trail as well as the Crawford Lake Side Trail, the Canyon By-Pass Side Trail and the Leach Porter Side Trail to create a loop. Regular breaks, including a lunch break will be provided. Bring a lunch, snacks and plenty of water. Wear appropriate hiking footwear as there are rocky sections along the trail. Parking reservations must be obtained from Conservation Halton. Please arrive at 9:15 am as we will leave promptly at 9:30 am. An optional pub stop will follow completion of the hike. - 21November 21, 2022
9:00am Side Trail Challenge #2 - Black Walnut & Morningstar Mill (REPEAT)
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900am-side-trail-challenge-2-black-walnut-morningstar-mill-repeat/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Shorthills Wiley Road EntranceHike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12kDescription
This hike includes a loop through Short Hills Provincial Park including the Rim of Africa Friendship Trail and Black Walnut ST, and then an in-and-out to the Morningstar ST. Required photos include: Morningstar Mill, Decew Falls, Terrace Falls.You must complete all 20 side trails to earn the Side Trails badge.
9:00 Hiking in and around Rotary Park
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-hiking-in-and-around-rotary-park-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): 395 Pelham Road, regional Road 69, St. Catharines
Hike Leader(s): Sheila Massey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6kDescription
Hiking various trails in and around Rotary Park and along 12 Mile Creek - 22November 22, 2022
Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #3 of 5
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/greater-niagara-circle-route-hike-3-of-5/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates:
2022-11-22Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Location (Google Maps): Our third meeting point will be at Gateway Park, Lock #8, Port Colborne. We will then carpool to Fort Erie to begin our hike. All meet times will be at 8:00AM and we will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.
Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 34 km+/-Description
This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a steady 3.5 km./hr. to 5.0 km./ hr. pace over relatively easy terrain but for extended distances. The hikes are therefore somewhat similar to sectional E2Es and good experience for those considering these hikes for next year, or hikers just wanting to stay in shape before the holidays. Despite being mainly over paved trail, hikers are expected to wear proper hiking clothes and hiking boots, due to changeable and probable wet weather conditions. Hikers are also expected to carry sufficient water and food supplies for personal use, over an entire day of hiking, and a brief on trail lunch stop has been allowed for. Badges will be available for purchase by successful hikers upon completion of the series in N-O-T-L ($10.00).9:00 NEW TIME Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-new-time-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack and dress for the weather
Exploring Mount Nemo
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/exploring-mount-nemo/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo parking area on the west side of Walkers Line, across from the pioneer cemetery. A parking fee is charged.Hike Leader(s): Doris Harper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 kmDescription
From the parking area we will access the trail into the conservation area. We will loop hike the main trail and side trails, including into the quarry area.Please check email before leaving home. Hike may be cancelled due to unpleasant weather.
If you need to cancel your participation in the hike the morning of the hike or have questions, contact me.
Doris Harper, harpt7c@gmail.com 519 589 4114
- 23November 23, 2022
Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #4 of 5
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/greater-niagara-circle-route-hike-4-of-5/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2022-11-23 at 08:00
2022-11-24 at 08:00Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Location (Google Maps): Our fourth meeting point will be a small unmarked parking lot on the north side of Glendale Avenue, just to the west of the Glendale Avenue Welland Canal bridge. We will then carpool to the Lock 8 Parking lot in Port Colborne to begin our hike. All meet times will be at 8:00AM and we will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.
Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 33km. +/-Description
This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a steady 3.5 km./hr. to 5.0 km./ hr. pace over relatively easy terrain but for extended distances. The hikes are therefore somewhat similar to sectional E2Es and good experience for those considering these hikes for next year, or hikers just wanting to stay in shape before the holidays. Despite being mainly over paved trail, hikers are expected to wear proper hiking clothes and hiking boots, due to changeable and probable wet weather conditions. Hikers are also expected to carry sufficient water and food supplies for personal use, over an entire day of hiking, and a brief on trail lunch stop has been allowed for. Badges will be available for purchase by successful hikers upon completion of the series in N-O-T-L ($10.00).
Car Hike: The Dingle & Oak Ridges Moraine (19KM)
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-the-dingle-oak-ridges-moraine-19km/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Innis Lake Road. North of Finnerty Side Road. You can also park on the south shoulder of Finnerty Sideroad east of Innis Lake Road.Hike Leader(s): Fayyaz Mahmood Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 19KMDescription
We will hike the ‘Dingle’ on the Bruce Trail in Glen Haffy, Map 17, 31.7KM (Ed 30) to Coolihans Sideroad and return back to hike on the Oak Ridges Moraine reaching The Gore Road.
We will then hike back rejoining the Main Trail to return back to the cars. Icers are mandatory.Bring 1.5 – 2 liters of water and your lunch. Please dress for the weather.
Webwood Falls to Griersville
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/webwood-falls-to-griersville/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet on Sideroad 25 near Webwood Falls, km 106.1, Map 28, Edition 30, to shuttle to the start of our hike.
Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing
Length of Hike: 7.5 kmDescription
We will be hiking from the Greirsville area to Webwood Falls, along the escarpment edge, through and along fields.COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hikers may choose to wear masks
Transportation
It is the Bruce Trail Conservancy’s current policy that car shuttles are allowed. It is at the discrepancy of individual hike leaders to make that decision.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience. - Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
10:00 Buckthorn Pull Party.
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/1000-buckthorn-pull-party/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Citizen Science
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on St Paul Ave, Niagara Falls
by the railroad tracksHike Leader(s): Susan Gammage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 2kDescription
Please join us at our Buckthorn Pull Party. We will hike in a short distance to remove invasive Buckthorn in an area known to have protect native species. We will be pulling the smaller plants by hand and using extractagators to pry up the larger bushes. Work gloves will be provided. Please bring lopers if you have some and water to drink. Long sleeves are recommended. Please contact Susan with any questions at 289 447-1026.Good Companions - Chedoke Radial Trail and Scenic Drive Side Trail
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/good-companions-chedoke-radial-trail-and-scenic-drive-side-trail-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Chedoke Golf Club Parking Lot – HamiltonHike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 kmDescription
We will walk up the Chedoke Radial Trail and into the Iroquoia Heights Conservation Area. We will then loop back and follow the Scenic Drive Side Trail along the top of the escarpment and down either the Dundurn or Chedoke (Leader’s choice) escarpment stairs to the golf course parking lot. You may wish to bring a mask for use on the stairs as the Chedoke stairs see high usage with people passing at very close distance. Also bring water and a snack. In case of rain/snow I will cancel the hike and notify you by email the evening before. Please check your email. If you must cancel after 4:00 pm on the Tuesday, please notify me by email at tedbossence@sympatico.ca on the Tuesday or by text on Wednesday morning at 905 334-8752. - Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.