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- 10December 10, 2023
Boyne Valley to Mono Cliffs
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/boyne-valley-to-mono-cliffs/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: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Mono Community Centre gravel parking lot off 2nd Line EHS just south of CR 8.Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 18 kms.Description
Join us on a shuttle hike taking in the southern third of the magnificent Dufferin Hi-Land section. We will descend into the Boyne Valley then head south to Mono Centre passing through Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. Some road walking. Icers essential. Please also bring a warm drink, water, a snack and a lunch. Please bring a garbage bag and change of footwear for the shuttle. Possible optional pub stop after.New Mtn to McNeilly loop
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/new-mtn-to-mcneilly-loop/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking on Leslie Dr., off of New Mountain Rd.Hike Leader(s): Madeline Grady Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 kmDescription
We will hike along the edge of the escarpment from New Mountain Road to McNeilly Road in Stoney Creek. This is a “there and back” hike.Kemble Mountain Trails
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/kemble-mountain-trails/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe 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): Danuta Valleau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: approx 4 kmDescription
We’ll carpool to top of Kemble Mountain and take the Edmonston Side Trail east to meet the main trail and turn to the north following the escarpment edge to the Tumbling Rocks Side Trail that descends and forms a loop with the main trail. If conditions permit, this will be a snow shoe hike. Poles are recommended. If you have difficulty registering please call or text the hike leader at 519-378-5630. - 11December 11, 2023
9:00 am NBTC Side Trail Challenge #3 - Wetland Ridge, Niagara College, Margaret Kalogeropoulos & Lock 24
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-nbtc-side-trail-challenge-3-wetland-ridge-niagara-college-margaret-kalogeropoulos-lock-24/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Woodend Conservation Area. Park in the first parking area off Taylor RoadHike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 11.6 kmDescription
Meet at Woodend Conservation Area and carpool to Sobey’s and pick up the main trail at Glendale & Mountain Street. Hike to Lock 24 First Welland Canal side trail; continue on the Main Trail to the Wetland Ridge side trail, in and out along the Niagara College side trail; back along the Wetland Ridge side trail until it meets the main trail; Margaret Kalogeropoulos side trail and back to the main trail. Bring poles and prepare for muddy conditions. Required photos include: plaque commemorating Lock 24, outdoor classroom, First Nations, Métis & Inuit garden, constant gardener bench, wood duck nesting box, lime kiln ruins, and Margaret Kalogeropoulos side trail sign. Participate in all 9 scheduled hikes in the NBTC Side Trail Challenge or hike the side trails on your own. Submit your photos to collect the NBTC Side Trail badge. - 12December 12, 2023
9:00 Staff Avenue Louth
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-staff-avenue-louth-2/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):
Staff Avenue Parking Lot
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kmDescription
CHANGE OF VENUE DUE TO DEER HARVEST Explore Louth Conservation area
Bring Poles water, snack, Icers and dress for the weather
9:15 Short Hike - Rotary Park, St. Catharines
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-rotary-park-st-catharines-11/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): Rotary Park, St.Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kmsDescription
Hike the trails around Rotary Park in St. Catharines. Bring water and hiking boots.Limehouse - Hiking within Early Ont. Industrial History and Finding a Special Tree!
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/limehouse-hiking-within-early-ont-industrial-history-and-finding-a-special-tree/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: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): BTC Ref Guide, Edition 31, Map 12, km 21.6. Roadside Parking on north side of 22nd Side Road, just west of 5th Line, in Limehouse.Hike Leader(s): Janice McClelland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8.5 kmDescription
We will begin our hike by heading south on the Bruce Trail, observing the ruins of lime kilns and then enjoying the forest and stream of the Black Creek Side Trail, returning on the most suitable trail, depending on trail/weather conditions. We next head north on the Bruce Trail and Ridge Side Trail to see a magnificent tree specimen at km 24.1 before returning on the Bruce Trail to our cars. Will share knowledge of the industrial history of Limehouse, formerly called “Fountain Green”!Boston Mills/Rockside Side Trail Loop
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/boston-mills-rockside-side-trail-loop/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): Toronto Section, Map 14, 47.4, Roadside Parking at the end of Boston Mills RdHike Leader(s): Julie Daley, Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 6 kmDescription
We will hike along the main trail to Heritage Rd, turn north, returning on the Rockside Side Trail. Please bring a snack and appropriate clothing and equipment (poles and icers).
Sydenham Chipper (km29.4-10.3)
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/sydenham-chipper-km29-4-10-3/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): Bognor Marsh parking lot off of County Rd 18.
Parking fees at this location (bring pass if you have one) (passes are available to borrow at the library)
Map 30 ED 30
Km29.4Hike Leader(s): Kristina Rettie Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 19.1Description
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.
Dec 12 hike – meet @km29.4 carpool to 10.3
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.
- 13December 13, 2023
Bighead Valley
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bighead-valley-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register in person the morning of hike.
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.Hike Leader(s): David Little 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 kmDescription
We will park the cars on 4th Concession S in the Sydenham section and hike west to Massie Forest and return. Trail passes through fields, bush and forest areas. The trail climbs to a high point near Bighead Campsite with views to the south. Bring a snack or lunch and water.
9:00 am Side Trail Challenge #4 - Bert Lowe
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-side-trail-challenge-4-bert-lowe/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Park at Sobey’s, Glendale Ave and carpool to Decew House Heritage Park km 31.2 Main TrailHike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 15 kmsDescription
Park at Sobey’s, Glendale Ave and carpool to Decew House Heritage Park km 31.2 Main Trail (N 43.107568º, W 79.249598º)
Cross the road and follow Bert Lowe ST until it reaches Main Trail at km 20.8
Take the Main Trail back to Sobey’s at km 21.9Photos: Murals painted on the back walls of buildings going uphill by flight locks, City of Thorold Water Tower,
Hiking Tunnel under 406Participate in all 9 scheduled hikes in the NBTC Side Trail Challenge or hike the side trails on your own. Submit your photos to collect the NBTC Side Trail badge.
http://niagarabrucetrail.club/wp/niagara-side-trails/
Grey Road 40 to Griersville
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/grey-road-40-to-griersville/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): Meet in the BTC parking lot on Grey Road 40, Km 105.7 Map 28 Edition 31
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 7.2Description
It’s time for a pleasant walk in the woods, a fairly easy walk. We begin at the parking lot on Grey Road 40, crossing the highway and walking into a BTC Nature Reserve. After reaching Grey Road 7, we return on the same route.Good Companions - Two Loops from City View Park Burlington
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/good-companions-two-loops-from-city-view-park-burlington-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):North Parking Lot off Kerns Road (Near Dundas Street)
City View Park
BurlingtonHike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 kmDescription
We will do a loop on the East side of Kerns Road including the Ian Reid Side Trail and then do a loop using the main Bruce Trail and King Road Side Trail on the West side of Kerns. A couple of the hills will be steep and may be slippery. We will stop for a snack between the two loops. If it is snowy/icy then icers will be needed. Poles are essential as well. If you need to cancel after 4:00 pm on the Tuesday, please email me at tedbossence@sympatico.ca on Tuesday or text me at 905 334-8752 on Wednesday morning. Please arrive a 10 minutes before the start time. I will be leaving promptly at 10:00 am.Please check your email the evening before the hike as I will cancel the hike if weather conditions are not suitable.