Hike Schedule

9:00 Long Hike Rockway

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Rockway

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10km

Description

Explore Rockway and Louth Conservation area . Register for each hike

Bring Poles water, snack and Dress for the weather, Icers and layers/p>

9:15 Short hike - Rotary Park, St. Catharines

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
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 in Rotary Park.  Bring hiking boots, water and icers.

Loree Forest

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park at km 0 in Beaver Valley section (Maple Lane)
Map 24, Edition 30

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

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 13.5km

Description

This in and out hike will take us along the top of Blue Mountain and Craigleith and part way around Loree Forest. We will take the Len Gertler Side Trail back to the main trail as we re-trace our steps back to the cars. If there is lots of snow we will shorten this hike to keep it within 4hrs.

Please bring snacks and water

Please 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.
3. Personal Protective Equipment:
   • Hikers may choose to wear masks

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.

Hockley Valley-Tom East Loop

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Caledon Hills Section, Map 18, Meet at Hockley Rd parking lot on the north side of Hockley Rd, 250 meters east of 2nd line (near Km 61.3)

Hike Leader(s): Inge Eckerich, Les Babbage , Julie Daley, Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 5.6 Km, Short hike: 2.5 Km.

Description

We will hike a loop consisting of Hockley Rd and Tom East Side trails and Main Trail. Shorter hike will turn back where the Tom East trail turns sharply to the east. Bring icers. Snowshoes may be required

Glen Haffy Conservation Area and Glen Haffy Side Trail loop

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Glen Haffy Conservation Area/Mono Mills

Hike Leader(s): Doris Harper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10.5 km

Description

Starting from the parking area on Coolihans Sideroad, {map 17 of the BTC Trail guide}, we will hike the main trail through Glen Haffy and connect to the Glen Haffy Side Trail. We will hike the 4.8 km of the side trail back to the parking area on Coolihans Sideroad. If there is snow, consider bringing snowshoes. Icers, gators and poles highly recommended; trail is hilly and can be slippery. Bring water and snacks.

Please check email before leaving home as the hike may be cancelled due to weather conditions.

If you need to cancel on the day of the hike please notify hike leader directly. Thank you

Doris Harper

harpt7c@gmail.com

519-589-4114

Moonlight Hike - 11th Line Loops

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register on-line or sign-in morning of hike
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Bob Moenck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5km

Description

We will drive to a suitable start point for a hike through the many loop trails off the Eleventh Line, just west of Collingwood. The trails are mostly in the trees and well sheltered. The hike will be about two hours. March’s full moon is commonly called the Full Worm Moon only by Southern Native American tribes. Northern American tribes such as the Shawnee tribe, called it the Sap Moon instead, as a reminder for the tribes that they can begin tapping maple syrup. In general, March’s full moon is known for the beginning of spring and new agricultural cycles. Bring a snack and water. Moonlight Badge available for $10 MEMBERS/ $15 NON-MEMBERS

9:00 Kinsman Park to Locust Lane Winery

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Kinsman Park parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Karen Limardi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6-7 KM

Description

A beautiful hike on the trail.  We will pass lovely vineyards, creek beds and farmers fields.  There will be a teeny tiny bit of road walking on this hike.  Hiking boots and poles highly recommended as the terrain can be extremely slippery if wet or icy.  Please bring water, poles and dress in layers.

Inglis Falls/Harrison Park Loop

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register on-line or sign-in morning of hike
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Annette Sandberg Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8-10km

Description

We will park in Harrison Park, Owen Sound and start out south on the Palisades Side Trail before taking the white blazed trail to Inglis Falls at km 94.5 of the Sydenham section. After viewing the falls, we will return to the cars via Harrison Park Side Trail. Varied terrain and spectacular falls. Bring snacks and water. Option: Lunch on the way home or at Harrison Park cafe.

Sixteen Mile Creek Wanderings

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Sixteen Mile Creek – River Glen Blvd./Neyagawa Blvd.Intersection, Oakville

Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: Approx. 9 km.

Description

Although this oasis sits in the middle of Oakville, once on the trail system one would not know it. The trails are on sides of the Sixteen Mile Creek and are sometimes on top of the banks and other times down beside the creek. The valley is rich in history, both Indigenous and early settlers from Europe and the USA. Come join us for this beautiful hike and learn more about the valley. Meet on the southeast corner of Neyagawa Blvd. and River Glen Blvd. at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Park in the lot beside the baseball fields. Bring water, a snack. Icers may be necessary and poles are useful. We will be going down two long hills and up two.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink ices and dress for the weather

9:15 Short hike - Jordan Hollow

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main trail and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls.  Bring hiking boots, icers and water.

Silent Valley

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound.

Hike Leader(s): Marilyn Jones Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There might be icy and slippery sections.
Distance: 4.6 kms

Description

Depending on snow and weather conditions we will snowshoe a variety of blue and white trails. Distance to be decided the day of the hike. Poles are recommended.  Please bring snowshoes, icers, water and a snack.  Map 30.  Please contact hike leader if you are unable to register or are not interested in car pooling.

Margaret Paull Loop

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet on 6th Line, north of Grey Road 119 (also called Sideroad 15), km 13.7, Map 24, Edition 30. Do not block driveway, gate or farm entrance.

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Approx. 4 km

Description

This will be a fairly short, but lovely loop, as we hike into the woods, past a flowerpot created by the waves of an ancient glacial lake, along Indian Creek and through fields with views. Who knows what the conditions will be in this crazy winter we’re having so be prepared.  Possibly snowshoes, icers/cleats, just our boots?

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.
3. Personal Protective Equipment:
   • Hikers may choose to wear masks

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.