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December 12
  • 12
    December 12, 2023

    9:00 Staff Avenue Louth

    9:00 AM-11:30 AM
    12/12/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps):

    Staff Avenue Parking Lot

    Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    10km

    Description

    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

    9:15 AM-10:45 AM
    12/12/2023
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    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 kms

    Description

    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!

    9:30 AM-12:30 PM
    12/12/2023
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    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 km

    Description

    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

    9:30 AM-11:30 AM
    12/12/2023
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    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 Rd

    Hike 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 km

    Description

    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)

    10:00 AM
    12/12/2023
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    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
    Km29.4

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

    Pace: Brisk
    Terrain: Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
    Length of Hike: 19.1

    Description

    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

    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.

    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.

     

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