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- 08December 8, 2023
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-47/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Meet on King St near Centre St at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial ParkHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6kmDescription
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
Hamilton Rail Trail
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/hamilton-rail-trail-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): 101 Osler Dr in Dundas, behind the Shoppers Drug Mart, in the parking area adjacent to the trailheadHike Leader(s): Gayle Laws Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 9Description
This leisurely hike is on a wide path, mostly flat but with a slight ascent to the train station. We will stop at the station for washrooms and snack before heading back. Please arrive at 9:45 in the parking lot for a 10:00 sharp start. Dress warmly and wear good footwear in case there is some ice on the path. Sometimes we need encouragement to get out in the winter, so join in this social walk. The hike will be cancelled if the weather is poor weather. Please text Gayle at 905 270 8588 if you need to cancel shortly before the hike commences.
Easy Hike - Hike! Cool Down! Celebrate!
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/easy-hike-hike-cool-down-celebrate/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Peninsula
Location (Google Maps): Meet up location: We will meet at The Meeting Place – 20 Centennial Dr,Tobermory. Leave some cars here and drive to our starting point at the Bruce Peninsula National Park Visitor’s Centre. Map 42
Hike Leader(s): Marg Glendon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Easy, Moderate
Distance: ~3 KMDescription
Holiday season brings joy and sometimes a little stress. Take a hike with us to find the balance you need to embrace the festive season.Our final hike of the Easy Hike series is a carpool hike. Meet at the Meeting Place, 20 Centennial Drive, Tobermory. We will leave some cars here and carpool to our starting point – Northern Cairn in the village of Tobermory. We will hike along the Bruce Trail to Dunks Bay Road and return to the Meeting Place via Dunks Bay Road. The trail includes some short inclines and uneven terrain with roots and rocks.
We are grateful to Laura Stevenson, Registered Massage Therapist for joining us today, as we learn about the role of a Registered Massage Therapist and the benefits of stretching and cooling down after exercise. Laura will share some tips which can be integrated into your routine hike practice, helping to reduce the risk of injury on the Bruce Trail!
Celebrate the completion of our hike series and the upcoming holiday season. Holiday cider and shortbread awaits at the Meeting Place!
Please consider bringing a canned good donation for the Tobermory Food Bank.