Hike Schedule

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.

Winter Version R2R Noisy River Rim. #3 in a series of 3 hikes

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Experienced hikers ONLY/STRENUOUS
Location (Google Maps): Contact hike leader for meeting place.

Hike Leader(s): Hart Fischer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 6-12km

Description

Please be prepared with icers’s or snowshoes.We will park at the side of the road at the Noisy River Provincial Park on Cty. Rd. 9. We will descend into the park crossing the Noisy River before ascending to Conc. 9 Nottawasaga Rd S. At this point, we will turn around and hike back to Cty. Rd. 9. This 2km stretch will be repeated two more times for a total of 6km. A very hilly hike. There might be an option to extend this hike after the badge requirements are met. Bring lots of water, snacks and lunch. No morning of hike sign-ins. Complete the online form to order your Winter Rim to Rim badge and send in your logged hikes.

Car Hike: Cherry Beach Downtown Toronto

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Cherry Beach, Toronto

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 14-15KM

Description

Park  in Cherry Beach parking lot which is free.

We will explore: Tommy Thompson Park (Leslie Street Spit), on Lake Ontario. Beautiful swans, nice views of Downtown Toronto and possibly songs of birds

9:00 Woodend St Paul Avenue Loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Entrance (15.2 km Map 2) Woodend Conservation Area off Taylor Rd

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15k

Description

Hike a loop from Woodend Conservation through hilly terrain to St Paul Ave, Niagara
Falls. We will pass through the Screaming Tunnel and Fireman’s Park.

Dunedin Nature Reserve ** CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Jennifer Roy Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

We will head to Dunedin Valley Nature Preserve parking on 6/7 Sideroad at Conc. 10. Following the white blazed trail south on Conc. 10, we enter the nature preserve on the east side. We will loop through the Dunedin Nature Reserve. This area covers mixed terrain and habitats. The trail follows along the banks of a tributary of the Noisy River in a loop back to Conc.10. After crossing Conc.10, we proceed through some farmers fields to a great view at the bench. Continuing across the field and down a hill to Cty. Rd. 9, we will turn around and retrace our steps back to the cars. Bring water and a snack.