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December 14, 2022
Blue Mountains Section E2E #2 in a series of 6 hikes
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
12/14/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/blue-mountains-section-e2e-2-in-a-series-of-6-hikes/
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Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register on-line or sign-in morning of hike
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Hart Fischer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10km
Description

Hike starts at Km 11.9-km 21.9 (10km) We will park the cars at km 21.9 and car shuttle to km 11.9 to begin the hike. Drumlins, spoon-shaped mounds of glacial sand and gravel, can be seen to the right of the trail (snow permitting). The trail follows several rocky crevices and passes through forests and fields. It meets an old logging road, which it follows across a field and through some wet areas and enters a mature cedar forest with Escarpment cliffs. Bring a snack or lunch and water. Map 22 Ed. 30
The Glen to the Ron Savage Side Trail
9:30 AM
12/14/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/the-glen-to-the-ron-savage-side-trail/
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Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Galaxy Theatre parking lot. Meet in the parking lot at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.
1020 10th St. W., Owen Sound
Hike Leader(s): Maureen McFarland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be icy and slippery sections.
Distance: 5.5 kms
Description

We will hike in on the Glen Side Trail to the main trail, then take the Ron Savage Trail to loop around to the main trail. We follow the main trail to the side trail back to the parking area. Map 33. Depending upon the conditions, icers or snowshoes may be needed. Poles can also be helpful.
Because parking at the Glen Sude Trail is very limited, carpooling from Owen Sound is recommended. Please contact the leader if you do not wish to carpool.
Burlington Beachfront
9:30 AM-12:00 PM
12/14/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/burlington-beachfront-2/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Burlington Public Library, Central Branch, off New Street. Parking lot directly behind the library.
Hike Leader(s): Gayle Laws Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 8 km
Description

Meeting at 9:15 am for a 9:30 am start, in the parking lot directly behind the Central Branch, Burlington Public Library. An urban hike. We will take the footpath towards the lake front, through Spencer Park and along the lake towards the canal lift bridge. The temperature and weather will determine how far we will go as winds from the lake can be cold and strong. Bring fluids and a snack.
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December 15, 2022
9:00 am NEW TIME Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
9:00 AM-11:30 AM
12/15/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-new-time-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-6/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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
Into the Canyon CANCELLED
10:00 AM-12:30 PM
12/15/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/into-the-canyon-3/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 9 km.
Description

Join us for a pleasant circuit of the Rattlesnake Point and Nassagaweya trails. Using a combination of blue and white Bruce Trail and Conservation Area trails we will hike north and descend down into Nassagaweya Canyon and then south to ascend up out of the canyon and return to our start point. We should get good views across the canyon towards Crawford Lake. Please meet in the lower parking lot of Rattlesnake Point CA. If it is closed we will meet in the upper parking lot. Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, a snack and icers. Poles will be useful. You must make a reservation with Halton Conservation Authority.
Kimberley Forest Side Trail FREEZING RAIN CANCELLATION
1:00 PM
12/15/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/kimberley-forest-side-trail/
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Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): The lower parking lot of the Beaver Valley Ski Club
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 9 kms
Description

Kimberley Side Trail is one of the trails within the large Kimberley Forest. We will begin at the base of the Beaver Valley Ski Club and then take the snowshoeing trail upwards, meeting the Bruce Trail. We will travel as far as Bill’s Creek and then return. Be prepared for an upward, but gradual climb. We’ll take a few breaks en route. Please bring snowshoes and icers and we’ll decide on the day which is more appropriate. If there is heavy snow, we may turn back before reaching Bill’s Creek.
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December 16, 2022
9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM
12/16/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-7/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km
Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.
Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.
Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL
Crawford Lake/Rattlesnake Point CA's
9:30 AM-2:00 AM
12/16/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/crawford-lake-rattlesnake-point-cas-2/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Crawford Lake CA: enter from Conservation Rd (formerly Steeles Ave), just east of Guelph Line; parking area closest to gatehouse.
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: 14 km
Description

Meet at Crawford Lake Conservation Area parking area nearest to the gatehouse. Conservation Authority reservation fee system is in effect. Make two consecutive Crawford Lake CA reservations beginning at 9:00 one week before the hike.
We will take the Crawford Lake Side Trial to the Main Trail and hike past the lookout and then down into the Nassagaweya Canyon and up to the top of the Rattlesnake Point CA ridge. We will return to our cars via blue and white trails. This hike includes steep inclines in and out of the Nassagaweya Canyon. Ice and snow could make the trail treacherous.
Dress appropriately for the weather and for icy or snow-covered trails. Icers/micro spikes or snowshoes may be required. Bring food and water, hiking boots, cold weather outerwear, personal first aid kit. No dogs please.
Direct inquiries to Victoria at victoriaahb@yahoo.ca at least 12 hours prior to the hike.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the hike start time of 9:30 AM. Register using the hiking schedule. Cancellations the morning of the hike please call 905-257-6815.
10:00 End to End #5 of 9 Rockway to Wiley Road Short Hills - Make-up hike
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
12/16/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/1000-end-to-end-5-of-9-rockway-to-wiley-road-short-hills-make-up-hike/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Parking Lot Car Pool To Rockway
Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 9 kms
Description

This is the 5th of a series of 9 hikes to complete the End to End of the Niagara Section. Dress for the weather and bring drink and snack.
Make-up hike for those who could not join on Nov. 30 due to the inclement weather but open for anyone who wants to join.
Car Hike; Crawford Lake Loop
2:00 PM-4:00 PM
12/16/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-crawford-lake-loop/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): 3115 Conservation Rd. Milton, just east of Guelph Line.
Hike Leader(s): Jeanette Vincent Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 8km
Description

Meeting point is at the parking lot next to the Visitor Centre. Today we will walk around Crawford Lake, a rare example of a meromictic lake, enjoying views and a different outdoor feeling the wooded area gives when the leaves are off the trees and are dormant; essentially they sleep over the winter. On our way to the Nassagaweya Canyon with great views and looping back to the Longhouse Village is well worth a visit. No dogs. Hiking boots, snacks, water and be prepared for the weather forecast of the day.
Entry fee to the park is $9.75 and registration is required – please make your reservation at https://www.conservatio
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December 17, 2022
Car Hike: Glasgow Village Whitchurch-Stouffville
8:15 AM-1:00 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-glasgow-village-whitchurch-stouffville-3/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Glasgow Trail, Concession Road 2
Park in parking lot or along the road
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 15-16KM
Description

Approximately 5-hour hike, mostly flat, in the Uxbridge area
It is wintertime, please bring your icers, hiking poles, warm layers of clothing, boots, and hot drinks.

8:30 Iroquoia E2E #4
8:30 AM-1:30 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/830-iroquoia-e2e-4/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): 68.8 to 50.6 Gate house Museum . Enter from 621 Sulphur Springs Road. N43.236833 W79.998578 Car Pool to 1826 Snake Road. Roadside Parking N43.317174 W79.892363 Paid Parking
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 18.2k
Description
This is the 4th of 7 hikes to complete the Iroquoia section of the Bruce Trail. Dress for the weather and bring icers, gators, snacks and water
9:00 AM Rim of Africa
9:00 AM-10:30 AM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-rim-of-africa/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Beginning at the Short Hills Provincial Park parking lot on Pelham Rd. Map 3 – north of km 40.9
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5.3 km
Description

This hike features gently rolling terrain, a majestic Carolinian forest, Terrace Falls and numerous streams. This section of the Bruce Trail is twinned with a section of the Rim of Africa Trail in South Africa. During this hike information about the BTC’s International Friendships Trails will be shared.
Limehouse Loops
9:15 AM-3:30 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/limehouse-loops-4/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Limehouse Conservation Area parking lot at the baseball diamonds. Just southwest of km 20.4 on BTC Map 12 (30th Ed.).
Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 18 km
Description

Take a break from the Holiday craziness with a 18km stroll taking in a series of loops that will include the Hole in the Wall, the Black Creek Side Trail, the 17 Sideroad Side Trail, part of the Vanderleck Side Trail, the Canada Goose Side Trail and the Main Trail connecting them all. Please bring lunch, warm drink, water, a snack for elevensies, a smile and an appreciation of nature.
CANCELLED - Clara's Climb - 8km
9:30 AM-1:30 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/claras-climb-10km/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Livingstone Dr, Dundas at Cascades Park
Hike Leader(s): Mike Gill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 8km
Description

A hike to prepare you for the next Olympics! Follow in the footsteps of Olympian Clara Hughes as we walk along the Bruce Trail to the top of Sydenham Hill. We’ll continue on to take in the view of Boer’s Falls and then return along the same route.
There is a steep climb / descent along the Sydenham Hill and some narrow, single file sections to be careful of.
Icers are mandatory during winter months.
Park along Livingstone Dr.
Festive Transcarioca Trail
9:30 AM-1:00 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/festive-transcarioca-trail/
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Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register on-line or sign-in morning of hike
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Dick Edwards Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7km
Description

We will park at km 10.6 on 6/7 Sideroad Nottawasaga. This is a lovely snowshoe hike with rolling hills, pretty woods, and fields. We head to km 17.2. Bring a snack or lunch and water.
*The 180 km Transcarioca Trail crosses Rio de Janeiro from Barra de Guaratiba to Morro da Urca, at the foot of the Sugar Loaf Mountain. Map 22 Edition 30
Bayview Escarpment Loop Hike
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bayview-escarpment-loop-hike/
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Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking along St. Vincent-Sydenham Townline where the road turns left, at km 55.2 (Map 30)
or 9:30 at HD in Owen Sound to carpool
Hike Leader(s): Danuta Valleau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 4.5 km
Description

We start from km 55.2 to follow main trail through forest and along escarpment edge and return on the side trail through mixed hardwood forest.
Urban Walk: Humber River/Black Creek Trail
10:15 AM-12:00 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-humber-river-black-creek-trail/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet Jane Subway Station outside the Station Attendant’s Booth
Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 9 km
Description

Join us for a morning hike north on the Humber Trail to Dundas Street and eastbound on the Black Creek and Lavender Creek Trail to the Junction Craft Brewery in the rennovated “Destructor” Incinerator building. Light snacks available for purchase, a variety of rotating non-alcoholic beverages are available.
Urban Walk: Toronto Beach Walk
10:30 AM-12:30 PM
12/17/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-toronto-beach-walk/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Toronto Public Library, Beaches Branch, 2161 Queen Street East, Toronto, M4L 1J
Hike Leader(s): Jeanette Vincent; David Royle; Brenda Menezes Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 8km
Description
Meet at the Toronto Public Library, Beaches Branch. We will walk the boardwalk and easy pathways that wind along the variety of beaches from Silver Birch Avenue to Ashbridges Bay Park. It will be an out and back route, with lots of views into Lake Ontario, you will see many points of interest, parks, Kew gardens, including the historic Leuty Lifesaving Station and the historic architecture of the Ashbridges Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant, the R.C. Harris Filtration Plant. I’ve had frequent visits to this area as Greg, my late husband, grew up in the beach with many fond memories. A pleasing area that offers a little something for everyone!
No dogs. Good footwear, snacks and water.