Hike Schedule

9:00 am Side Trail Challenge #6 - Morningstar, Black Walnut, Rim of Africa

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Park at Morningstar Mill

Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12.2 kms

Description

Park at Morningstar Mill and take Morningstar ST until it reaches the Main trail. Go left on the Main trail, down
the escarpment and cross over Laura Secord Bridge. Continue on Main Trail until you reach Black Walnut Side Trail. Take Black Walnut Side Trail and continue until it rejoins the Main trail at km 37.8. Continue on trail which is also called the Rim of Africa Friendship Trail until it reaches the Black Walnut Trail, forming a loop. Retrace the path along the Main Trail back to where it reaches Morningstar Side Trail. Take Side Trail back to car.

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.

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Griersville GSCA

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park on the south side of Euphrasia St Vincent Townline, Km 111.0 Map 28 Edition 31. Ensure that you are off the pavement, the shoulder is wider a bit east of where the trail crosses.

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 5.4 kms

Description

This hike takes us through a long stretch of forest protected by the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority and by the BTC. There are some crevices in rock to be seen here. A good walk in the woods. This is the last hike in the Wednesday Walks series for 2023.

Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Meet on King St near Centre St just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6km

Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL

Winter Wanderlust

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Meet at roadside parking Cape Chin Road north at Tagwerk farm entrance – 9am sharp – December 22

Hike Leader(s): Randy Vanderlaan Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Min 6km – Max 10km

Description

Embrace the spirit of the holiday season with a rejuvenating hike to Cape Chin. Our festive hike offers the perfect opportunity to stay active during the holidays while exploring the MapleCross property acquired by BTC in 2021.

Trail conditions will guide our hike. Whether it be a brisk walk along the driveway, or through the forest, or a snowshoe experience, we’ll make the decision together, ensuring an enjoyable hike for all. Our flexible route will allow us to adapt to the day’s conditions, with the option to either retrace our steps for an ‘out and back’ hike or to complete a scenic loop.

Connect with nature, enjoy the crisp winter air, and create memorable holiday moments. So, lace up your hiking boots, grab your snowshoes [if necessary], and join us for this holiday hike!

We will contact you with updates regarding our hike plan for the day.

Great Niagara Circle Route #3 Ridgeway to Fort Erie

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Court Wright St / Niagara Boulevard Fort Erie. Car Pool to Ridgeway

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

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 18

Description

The Greater Niagara Circle Route badge is awarded to walkers who independently complete the Circle Route Trail i.e. Lock 1 Port Weller, along the Welland Canal to Port Colborne , following the Friendship Trail to Fort Erie, following the Niagara Recreational Parkway Trail to Niagara-on-the-Lake and following the Waterfront Trail to Port Weller.

Urban Walk: Rattray Marsh

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):

Hike starts at Clarkson GO Station and ends at Port Credit GO Station.

Hike Leader(s): Ginny Giraudi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12 km

Description

Take a break from the busy holiday season:  This hike follows the waterfront trail through Rattray Marsh, Jack Darling and Saddington parks ending in Port Credit for lunch at the Archtop Coffee Bar and Market. Dress for the weather: hiking poles and boot icers may be recommended.

If you are taking the GO Train from Union Station, please board the 8:45 am Lakeshore Westbound train to Clarkson GO Station. Please try to sit in the railway car near the middle of the train on the raised platform. I will meet you on the same raised platform as the train pulls into Clarkson GO Station at 9:20 am. You may also drive to Clarkson GO station and park for free on a first come/first served basis. Drivers can meet us inside the Clarkson Station building near the bathrooms…please arrive by 9:20 am.

Dogs are prohibited on this hike due to an uptick in coyote sightings in this area.