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December 23 - December 26

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December 23, 2022
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM
12/23/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-35/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St (just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6 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
CANCELLED Urban Walk - Rattray Marsh
9:30 AM-2:00 PM
12/23/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-rattray-marsh/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):
Hike starts at Clarkson GO Station and ends at Port Credit GO Station.
Hike Leader(s): Ginny Giraudi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12 km
Description

THIS HIKE IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE WINTER STORM WARNING.
Take a break from the busy holiday season: This hike follows the waterfront trail through Rattray Marsh, Jack Darling and Saddington parks ending in Port Credit for lunch at the Archtop Coffee Bar and Market. Dress for the weather: hiking poles and boot icers may be recommended.
If you are taking the GO Train from Union Station, please board the 8:45 am Lakeshore Westbound train to Clarkson GO Station. Please try to sit in the railway car near the middle of the train on the raised platform. I will meet you on the same raised platform as the train pulls into Clarkson GO Station at 9:20 am. You may also drive to Clarkson GO station and park for free on a first come/first served basis. Please meet us at the same location, on the raised platform where the train from Union GO Station will pull in at 9:20 am.
CANCELED - Lunch time Loops - CANCELED
11:30 AM-1:30 PM
12/23/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/lunch-time-loops-2/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Robert House Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6KM
Description

Dundas Valley Conservation Area is a magnificent outdoor area consisting of over 40km (about 24.85 mi) of trails located minutes from the downtown core of Hamilton. Join us Friday, December 23rd at 11:30 as we explore the Dear Run loop, the Main loop, and the Headwaters trail to the Homestead Trail loop.
This will be a moderately paced hike totaling about 6KM. The hike should finish within 2 hours.
We will meet at the picnic tables at the trail centre
The gatehouse will be closed, entry is free if you have your HCA card or $11 if you do not have a membership. Only credit cards are accepted at the gate.
The trail is gravel or grass with some roots and rocks and some steep hills.
Bring snacks, a warm beverage, and weather-appropriate clothing. Icers may be needed depending on the weather.
Please arrive at 11:15 so we can start promptly at 11:30
If the weather is stormy I will send out an email the morning of the hike letting you know if it’s canceled. If you need to cancel please send an email letting me know.
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December 24, 2022
Car Hike: Hike of 2 lakes King city
8:15 AM-1:30 PM
12/24/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-hike-of-2-lakes-king-city-3/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): 14350 Dufferin Street, King, ON
park along Dufferin street or northern part of Fairfield Drive, Gathering in front of trailhead
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 14-16 km
Description

We will hike around Sceneca Lake and Mary Lake ,then we will visit Pine farm for coffee, tea and refreshments
It is wintertime, please bring your icers, hiking poles, warm layers of clothing, boots, and hot drinks.
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December 25, 2022
Christmas Day Hike - Bronte Creek Provincial Park
9:30 AM-1:00 PM
12/25/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/christmas-day-hike-bronte-creek-provincial-park/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Orchard Community Park parking lot on the north side of Blue Spruce Avenue just east of Sutton Drive in Burlington.
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: 10 km
Description

Enjoy a quiet Christmas Day morning exploring the west side of the Twelve Mile Creek in Bronte Provincial Park as we trundle through woodland and then descend the valley to the creek that William Lyon Mackenzie had to cross in a hurry in the aftermath of the failed 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion. We will see from a distance the massive rock that formed the roof of Devil’s Cave where he hid out trying to escape the noose. Our day will be a lot more peaceful! We will check out Spruce Lane Farm and hopefully some farm animals too. The trail could very well be icy so please bring your icers as well as a snack and a warm drink.
12:00 Christmas Day Hike
12:00 PM-1:30 PM
12/25/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/1200-christmas-day-hike/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Floral Showhouse, Niagara Parkway, just south of the Falls
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6km
Description

What better way to spend the holiday than with a hike and viewing a natural wonder of the world.
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December 26, 2022
Hike around the three lakes - Cyprus Lake, Mar Lake and Horse Lake
9:30 AM
12/26/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/hike-around-the-three-lakes-cyprus-lake-mar-lake-and-horse-lake/
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Hosting Club: Peninsula
Location (Google Maps): Cyprus Late [P2]
Hike Leader(s): Saabir Sohrab Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Difficult, Moderate
Distance: 12
Description

Don your hiking boots and prepare for some breathtaking sights in one of the best sections on the Peninsula. We will meet at Cyprus Lake [P2] to hike the Cyprus Lake, Mar Lake, Horse Lake Trails and the Bruce Trail totalling about 10k. This hike does include some challenging sections; bring lunch and tons of positive energy and don’t forget your camera.
Hikers are responsible for the Parks Parking and Admission fee

Urban Walk: Annual TBTC Boxing Day Hike
9:30 AM-2:45 PM
12/26/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-annual-tbtc-boxing-day-hike/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet inside Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, foot of Bay Street. TTC – take any streetcar from Union Station one stop south the Ferry Docks stop and walk south.
Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12
Description

Avoid the Boxing Day shopping crowds and come hike with the TBTC instead. The Toronto Islands are very peaceful in the Winter Season. We will catch the 2:15 or 2:45 pm ferry to be back in the city by 3:00 pm. Bring a lunch, snacks, water, a hot beverage, and icers if the first snow has fallen. Dress in warm layers appropriate to the weather. Heated washrooms available. Dropout anytime by walking back to the Ward’s Island Ferry Dock. We will hike towards Hanlan’s Point and return to Ward’s Island (the only ferry destination served in the Winter) – approximately 5-6 km each way.
10:00 Decew to Morningstar Mill
10:00 AM-11:30 AM
12/26/2022
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/1000-decew-to-morningstar-mill/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Decew House, DeCew Rd., Thorld, Map 3, km 31.2
Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5.3 km
Description
This hike follows along Moody Lake, to Morningstar Mill Side Trail, then to DeCew House and Morningstar Mills and back. A stop at the First Nations Peace Monument will be included, time permitting.