Hike Schedule

9:00 NEW VENUE Rockway Conservation

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Rockway Conservation Area
Pelham Road, St Catherines

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km

Description

Changing it up for December only.

Hike the trails in and around Rockway towards Louth or effingham

9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills.  Bring hiking boots and water.

Terra Cotta / Last Tuesday of 2022

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Winston Churchill Blvd. intersection with Caledon Trail-way.
Driving direction: North on Highway 410, continue north on Highway 10, left on King Street, right on Winston Churchill Blvd; drive 1 kilometre to roadside parking on either side of the road.

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

Come and join the last Tuesday hike of the year and enjoy wandering through our favourite forest trails.
Will hike Terra Cotta Side Trail and the main Bruce Trail.
Bring water, snack, a hot drink is recommended.
Poles, gaiters and cleats are necessary to steer through the snow, weather depending.
Dress in layers.
Optional after hike stop at Higher Ground Café.
Phone contact for the day of hike: 416-566-0503

12 kilometres of delight (my favourite little section)

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park @113.6k Beaver Valley section (park on 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
Length of Hike: 12km

Description

This is one of my favourite winter hikes, so I have waited until now in hopes there will be good snow coverage. Sugar maple/hemlock forest, wetlands, open marsh, views of the bay and cedar bush will all be enjoyed in this in and out hike.

Please be prepared with icers’s or snowshoes

Bring water and 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.

Car Hike: Holiday Hikes in Caledon #2

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Hike near Hockley area, Bruce Trail Caledon Hills section

Hike Leader(s): Dariush Khanbeigi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly
Distance: 11 km

Description

We meet at the parking location @ km 42.2 and car shuttle to parking location at km 53.9. The hike starts from km 53.9 to km 42.2 map 18 of BTC Guide.

Please pack snacks, food and water to replenish your energy during the hike.

Dress according to the winter weather conditions, with proper hiking boots. Icers are required if the trail has icy conditions. Hiking poles are recommended for better control and balance while hiking.

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

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

9:15 Short hike, Jordan Hollow

Hosting Club: Niagara

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.

Car Hike: Holiday Hikes in Caledon #3

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Hike in Forks of Credit Provincial Park Area, Bruce Trail Caledon Hills section

Hike Leader(s): Dariush Khanbeigi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly
Distance: 13 km

Description

We meet at the parking location @ km 16 and car shuttle to parking location at km 2.7. The hike starts from km 2.7 to km 16 map 14 & 15 of the BTC Guide.

Please pack snacks, food and water to replenish your energy during the hike.

Dress according to the winter weather conditions, with proper hiking boots. Icers are required if the trail has icy conditions. Hiking poles are recommended for better control and balance while hiking.