Hike Schedule

9:00 NEW VENUE Rockway Conservation

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Conservation Area
Pelham Road, St Catherines

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 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
Category: Loop
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.

Crawford Forestry Tract and Yaremko Ridley Park Trail

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Iroquoia Section – Map 10; roadside parking on Twiss Rd. north of Derry Rd.

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 – 13 km depending on trail conditions

Description

From roadside parking on Twiss Rd. we will first hike south through the Yaremko Ridley park  as far as Derry Rd. and return. We will then hike the Crawford Forestry Tract to Guelph Line and return. Depending on trail , weather conditions, and time, we can hike into Crawford Lake, hike the boardwalk around the Lake and return. Distance – 10 km; adding in hiking into Crawford Lake – 13 km.

Bring water, snacks/lunch, poles(optional), icers recommended! Dress for the  weather conditions.

Carpooling if possible is recommended as there is limited parking on Twiss Rd.  Consider wearing a mask if carpooling.

Pacific Slope Friendship Trail

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): park @ km 74.3 in the Beaver Valley section (Johnston’s Sideroad)
Map 26 Edition 30

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

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Strenuous
Length of Hike: 12km

Description

The Pacific Slope Trail follows the main Bruce Trail. This hike will be an in and out hike of ups and downs with a side step onto the Stew Hilts Side Trail.

Please be prepared with icer’s and/or snowshoes depending on conditions.

Bring snack and water.  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.