Hike Schedule

9:00 NEW TIME Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km

Description

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

Forks of the Credit

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Mississauga Rd. intersection with Elora-Cataract Trailway.
Driving direction: From Highway 401, north on Mississauga Rd., pass through Belfountain village, after crossing Cataract Rd. and Elora-Cataract Trailway, park on either side of the road.
Alternate: North on Highway 410, continue on Highway 10, at Caledon Village, left on Charleston Sideroad (24), left on Mississauga rd, drive 2 km to the roadside parking.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13 km

Description

Will enter Forks of the Credit Conservation Area using Elora-Cataract Trailway and hike main Bruce Trail, Mill Pond, Cataract and Dorothy Medhurst Side Trails and parts of conservation trails. Lunch break at a lovely spot on the Credit River, arguably one of the best spots on the river.
COVID/Flu precautions to be observed throughout the hike, keeping a safe distance.
Bring water, a warm drink and snack; poles are recommended.
Dress according to weather, in layers, gloves and cleats may be required for safe hiking.

Will observe Forest Bathing for 20 minutes during the hike.

Anthea's Waterfall

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park @ Km 113.6 in the Beaver Valley section (south side, east of trail access). Ensure that cars are completely off the paved portion of the road.
Map 28 Edition 30

Hike Leader(s): Kristina Rettie Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 11.4km

Description

This in and out hike takes us west where we will follow the Escarpment edge through bush and open fields. We will pass deep crevices, cultivated fields and hardwood bush. Here we will see Anthea’s Waterfall. We will continue on to reach the border of Beaver Valley and Sydenham before turning back and re-tracing our steps back to our car.

Bring water and a snack. Please no dogs.

COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike

1. 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/
2. If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
3. 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

1. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
2. 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.
3. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
4. 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.
5. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
6. Bring your own first aid kit.
7. Please leave dogs at home.

Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Hikers R Us
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Roadside parking where the main Trail meets Heritage Road. Four hundred meters south of km 44.5 on Map 14 Ed. 30.0

Hike Leader(s): Victoria Best Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 15 km

Description

This is a loop hike on the Main Bruce Trail, the Terra Cotta Side Trail and the Rock Side Trail.
The distance hiked will be reduced if weather is inclement.
Dress appropriately for the weather and for slippery and rocky trail conditions. Bring lunch and water, hiking boots, and no dogs please.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the hike start time of 9:30 AM. Register and cancel participation using the hiking schedule.

RBG North Shore Trail - Cancelled

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot by the Pavillion at the RBG Nature Center (Arboretum) at 9:45am.

Hike Leader(s): Linda Robinson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: about 6-7km

Description

Bring along water, snack and icers in case of snow.

Parking fees apply.

9:00 am NEW TIME Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Dress for the weatherBring Poles, snack a drink and ices

9:15 Short hike, Jordan Hollow

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main trail and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls.

Cartwright- Berry Tract to Borer's Falls and back

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the end of Wesley Avenue and park on the grass along the east / right hand side of the road for a 9:30 departure. We will hike through the RBG Berry Track and the HNC Cartwright property go up to the Borer Falls parking lookout and back. To get to Wesley Avenue, drive along Valley Road or Old Guelph Road, turn onto Patterson Road and Wesley will be to your south. See Map 9 in the BTC guide.

Hike Leader(s): Paul Toffoletti Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 8km

Description

Please bring enough water and snacks for the hike as well as icers in the event the trails are icy.

Explore the Interior Skinner’s Woods

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Roadside parking on Gleason Lake Rd at the corner of Colpoy’s Range Rd (where the Curly Harnden and Len Holley Side Trails meet), south of km 163.1 (Map 35)

Hike Leader(s): Robert Knapp Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

This loop hike begins with the Len Holley Side Trail, then follows the snowmobile trail to the Skinner’s Woods Side Trail.  We will return to our cars via the Len Holley Side Trail.  Bring a snack.  Approx. 3 hours.