Hike Schedule

Nottawasaga Bluffs Loop

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Blue Mountains Section, Map 22. Meet at SuperBurger (intersection of Hwys 10 and 89 in Primrose at 8:30 am to car pool. Or meet at Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area on 15/16 Sideroad Nottawasaga at 9:30 am. From Singhampton, take Mill Town Road to Ewing Road to Sideroad 17/18 to Concession Road 10 to Sideroad 15/16. Parking will be on your right. Parking fee required (details at https://www.nvca.on.ca/Pages/ParkingFees.aspx).

Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage; Inge Eckerich; Julie Daley; Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Long hike – 7.2 km, Short – 4.2 km

Description

We will hike a loop, including Main Trail, Keyhole, Lookout and Hamilton Bros. Side Trails. The shorter hike will return to parking by staying on Main Trail north from the Lookout.

9:00 Long Hike Rockway

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Rockway Conservation area

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10km

Description

Hike moved to Rockway

xplore 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

9:15 Short hike, Rotary Park, St. Catharines. NOTE LOCATION CHANGE

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, St. Catharines

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kilometres

Description

Hike the trails in Rotary Park.  Bring hiking boots, icers and water.

Iroquoia -- Spencer Gorge

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Rock Chapel Nature Sanctuary parking — Map 8, km 62.0. From Hwy 403 take Hwy 6 north 3 km to Dundas St. Turn left. Follow for 2 km and turn left on Rock Chapel Rd. Follow 1.5 km to PAY parking on left.

Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly
Distance: 12 km

Description

From Rock Chapel we will hike south on the Main Trail to the Tews Falls side trail, then follow the side trail to the Falls. Return by the same route. Total distance 12 km.

Duncan to Metcalfe Crevice Loop

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail parking at km 33.3 on 9th Sideroad in the Beaver Valley section, Map 25, Edition 30

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

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 10km

Description

This is a loop hike that will follow the white blazed trail past Pinnacle Rock to the Metcalfe Crevice where you will have the choice of exploring the rocky gorge or taking a short rest. Once we are all back together we will continue on to the Chuck Grant side trail. This trail will loop us back to our cars.

Be prepared with icers

Please bring snacks and water.

No dogs!

Call or text Kristina for morning of cancelations @ 519-410-9077

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.