Hike Schedule
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All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.
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- 24October 24, 2023
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-37/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack, sunscreen and bug spray and dress for the weather
Skinner’s Bluff and Bruce’s Caves
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/skinners-bluff-and-bruces-caves-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Owen Sound Galaxy Theatre parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.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, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 14 kmsDescription
We will carpool to the start of the Len Holley Side Trail. We hike the Len Holley Side Trail to the Skinners Woods Side Trail then follow the Skinners Woods Side Trail to the main trail. We then hike west along the escarpment edge to the Bruce’s Caves Access Trail. We follow the Bruce’s Caves Side Trail down to the caves, then continue east to the new Colpoy’s Cavern Side Trail. The Colpoy’s Cavern Side Trail involves climbing around big part way up the escarpment. If you like this sort of thing, it is a of fun, but it is optional. Those who wish to skip it, can wait at the picnic area at Bruce’s Caves where will stop for an early lunch or snack. We return via the Bruce’s Caves Access Trail to the main trail, then take the Curly Harnden Side Trail back to the cars. There are beautiful view from the top of the escarpment overlooking Colpoy’s Bay. Bring a lunch. Map 359:15 Short Hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-65/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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 kmsDescription
Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring water.
Hockley Valley Nature Reserve
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/hockley-valley-nature-reserve-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): (Google Maps)Caledon Hills Section, Map 18. Meet at the parking area on 3rd Line EHS about 2 km north of Hockley Rd. for a 9:30 am start.Hike Leader(s): Tony Evangelista, Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Julie Daley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: Long Hike 7.5 km Short Hike 4 kmDescription
We will experience the wonderful fall colour burst at its peak as we travel the Isabel East Side Trail, the Main Trail, The Cam Snell Side Trail, and the Glen Cross Side Trail.The short hike will comprise the Isabel East Side Trail, and the Main Trail returning to the parking area by the Glen Cross Side Trail.
Bring water and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended.
Optional refreshment stop after the hike at The Hockley General Store in the village of Hockley.
Dufferin - Honeywood reroute, Black Bank
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/dufferin-honeywood-reroute-black-bank/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the BTC parking lot at Map 21 km 53.1. Take Hwy 10 north and turn left at Primrose. In 4 km turn right on Road 124. Follow for 15 km to Road 21 (Honeywood) and turn right. In 5 km turn left onto Centre Road. Follow Centre Rd for 4 km to 30 Sideroad. Turn right at 30 Sideroad and go 1.5 km to parking lot at 1st Line EHS. Leader’s phone no. 905-301-4091.Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Rocky
Distance: 11 kmDescription
We will do a car shuffle south to Sideroad 20 and hike back through scenic terrain with striking views to the north-east.
Sydenham Chipper (km128.4-km115.5)
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/sydenham-chipper-km128-4-km115-5/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail parking area on Lindenwood Rd.
Map 33 ED 30
Km 128.4Hike Leader(s): Kristina Rettie Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 12.9kmDescription
Please join us as we chip away through the Sydenham section. This will be a series of 11 hikes that range between 13-19kms with one longer hike of 24km. We will begin our journey at the northern end of Sydenham and work our way south to try and avoid the dangers the falling leaves and snow will bring.If you complete the 11 hikes in this series you will qualify for Sydenham’s new independent badge. Please keep track of your hikes as each hiker will be submitting their own badge request.
All hikes in this series will include a car shuttle and everyone will take a turn as a shuttle driver. Please have your vehicle passenger ready.
Oct 24 hike – meet@km128.4 carpool to 115.5
If you have any questions please text me @ 519-410-9077 (this is the most efficient way)
Please bring plenty of water and snacks/lunch
No dogs
Please text Kristina @ 519-410-9077 for morning of cancelations
COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- 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/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
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
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- 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. - Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- 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.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.