Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Caledon End-to-End 4/4

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Our meeting point today will be north of km 52.0 (GPS N43.993572, W80.014057) on the east side of the 5th Line EHS, just south of the Hockley Rd. on the BTC’s Hemlock Ridges Nature Reserve.

Hike Leader(s): Jacqueline Van Dyke Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly
Distance: 17km

Description

Today is badge day!  After our shuttle, we’ll hike through the newer portion of the Caledon club, which now takes us off a good portion of the road. We’ll hike through the Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve and the Hockley Valley Resort property where there is downhill skiing in the winter. Before finishing our hike, we’ll enter another former ski area. The overgrown ski runs and the remains of the snowmaking system can still be seen.

Please bring enough food and drink to last the entire hike. Check the weather and dress accordingly. Note: If you wish to purchase a badge, the cost of each badge is $10.00.

We will be car shuttling so please be prepared to be a driver in the shuttle.

9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

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

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 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 icers and dress for the weather

Epping & Sligo - Cancelled

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Epping/John Muir Lookout parking lot on Grey Road 7, km 96.9, Map 26, Edition 30

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 12 km

Description

After checking out the historical John Muir plaque & the view, we will hike to an active beaver pond, then across fields and into woods to reach the Sligo Side Trail, a nice walk with a variety of forest types.  We’ll then hike back to Epping.  Bring snacks and water.

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.

Epping & Sligo - Cancelled

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Epping/John Muir Lookout parking lot on Grey Road 7, km 96.9, Map 26, Edition 30

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 12 km

Description

After checking out the historical John Muir plaque & the view, we will hike to an active beaver pond, then across fields and into woods to reach the Sligo Side Trail, a nice walk with a variety of forest types.  We’ll then hike back to Epping.  Bring snacks and water.

9:15 Short hike - Jordan Hollow

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
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 and water.

Mt Nemo - North and South Loops

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Mt Nemo (main parking lot) off of Guelph Line just South of Lowville. Conservation Pass required or fee to park and online reservation; https://book.parkpassproject.com/book?inventoryGroup=1554186518&startDate=2023-03-15&inventory=1132875011&reservationType=4&screen=0&selectedDiscountGroup=day_visitor&

Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 6km +

Description

We will be completing the North and South Loop trails with great views along the way from the Niagara Escarpment. Please bring appropriate layers, water and a snack. Icers recommended.

Hike Leader: Karen Capindale-Smith, kjcapindale@gmail.com; hike morning use cell (905)749-0914