Hike Schedule

Spring Interpretive Hike

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the intersection of Crooked Toe Road and Boundary Road at 24.4 KM. Arrive a few minutes early so that we can begin the hike at 10 a.m.

Hike Leader(s): Marg Glendon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Easy, Moderate
Distance: ~5 km

Description

Spring is here! Let’s explore the signs of Spring at the McIver Wetland and adjoining hardwood forest with Bob Knapp, a PBTC Land Steward. Bob will provide interpretation for this Spring hike. This wetland is a popular site for migrating birds, amphibians and reptiles. The hardwood forest will be coming alive with an unfurling of new green leaves, while fern and mossy rocks frame  early Spring wildflowers. We will finish our hike with lunch on the cabin deck together.

Bring a light backpack with a  snack, water and lunch. Wear a hat, long sleeved protective clothing. Bring insect repellent. At this time of year, there may be some wet spots,  please wear waterproof hiking boots. A camera, binoculars and gators might be helpful, but not essential.

This hike will be about 3 hours in duration.

Hilton Falls Wildflower Treasures

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area, 4985 Campbellville Rd. Milton

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: 10 – 11 Km.

Description

Hilton Falls Beaver Meadow route has some areas of a large concentration of wildflowers including variegated Trilliums and Perfoliate Bellwort. There are also some unusual ferns. Join us for this lovely circular route to search for wildflowers. We will stop at the falls for our snack. Bring water, a snack, sunscreen, insect repellent and poles if using.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

Toronto, Toronto Islands

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Meet inside the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, foot of Bay Street, beyond the cashiers selling the ferry tickets, in the open area with the benches and Muskoka chairs. From Union Station take the LRT one stop to “Ferry Docks” or take bus number #19 or #72 on Bay Street southbound to the Queens Quay. Walk across Queen Quay south through the park to the ferry terminal.

Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens, Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 8-12 km

Description

After a day’s work, come and “cool off” on the Toronto Islands free of fumes and traffic to enjoy the view of the city skyline and Toronto’s own beautiful island parkland oasis away from the city. Pack a dinner for a sit-down picnic. Note that food is not available for purchase on the islands early in the season. Bring a warm jacket and flashlight. Return ticket for the ferry is approximately $8.70, $5.60 for seniors. The hike will take place rain or shine. Toronto Island Evening Hikes will take place every Thursday in May and June, same time and meeting place. The route and time we return to the city may vary depending if the ferries are running on the Spring or Summer (starts in May) schedule.  Contact Hike Leaders via the Contact form for further information or to confirm the current ferry schedule that will be in place the week of the hike. Registration is not required for this hike – just meet the Hike Leader at the above location.

9:00 Floral Clock & Botanical Gardens

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Floral Clock Parking Lot (no charge)

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km

Description

Enjoy the cheerfulness of budding spring flowers and trees. We will check out the new plantings at the Floral Clock, walk among the daffodils along the Niagara River Parkway trail, and loop through the Botanical Garden to revel in the magnificence of spring flowering plants and trees.

Blue Mountains Annual End to End-TWO DAY EVENT. This event is almost sold out, register today!

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps):

Hike Leader(s): Christine Lasky Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Fast – 5+ km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 69 km -Day 1: 35km Day 2: 34km

Description

Join us this spring for the Blue Mountains Bruce Trail Club annual End-to-End hike event. This 2 Day Hike is for those hikers keen on a great big challenge You will wind your way through the beautiful and varied terrain of the Blue Mountains Club trails. Enjoy the early signs of nature awakening at this time of the year, the beautiful vistas and the rugged escarpment. You will cover the 69 km distance of our section which runs from Lavender to Swiss Meadows. Checkpoint stations will be offered approximately every 10 kms offering snacks, water refill and assistance along the way. A BBQ at Highlands Nordic is included at the end of Saturday Hike commencing at 3:00 pm. Hike details will be emailed to participants shortly after registration is received. Note, this event consists of longer distances and is generally not suitable for beginning hikers.

Bus Hike: Dundas Valley

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:30
Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

Optional Items
Shawn & Ed Brewery Visit ($.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Peter Leeney, Tim Wainwright Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 12 KM

Description

Join us for a Spring hike from Ancaster through the Dundas Valley Conservation Area on the Spring Valley Trail, Hilltop Trail, Headwaters Trail, Bruce Trail, McCormack Trail into the town of Dundas Ontario – “The Valley Town”.  Hopefully, we’ll have the chance to enjoy the Spring wildflowers. Before returning to Toronto there will be the chance to explore the charming town, a glass or flight at the local craft brewery, or a refreshment stop of your choice..

Urban Walk: Leslie Street Spit Bird Watching

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

Entrance to Tommy Thompson Park at Leslie St and Unwin Ave.

Hike Leader(s): Ray Berzins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 7 km

Description

For first 3.5 km we will try to observe as much as possible along natural footpaths, so wear long pants, long stockings and whatever else will protect you from ticks. Bring binoculars. After lunch the nature walk will end and hikers can use the Multi-use Trail to continue walking to the end of the spit or return back to the park entrance by 2PM. It will be cooler and more windy than inland so bring warm clothing and a warm beverage with your lunch.

#2/5 Loop of Toronto Hike for Urban Hiking Badge - 18km

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Old Mill Station entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 18km

Description

Embark on a captivating journey through Toronto’s remarkable urban trail systems. From the scenic Don River in the east to the captivating Waterfront in the south, the tranquil Humber River in the west, and the enchanting Finch Corridor in the north, this diverse collection of trails offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore the city’s  longest trails on foot.

By interconnecting these four trail systems, which weave through more than ten parks and trails, we are creating an awe-inspiring loop spanning approximately 74 kilometers: https://onthegomap.com/s/c2c1hf3n . As a testament to your accomplishment, completing the entire loop will earn you the Toronto Urban Hiking Badge—the first ever urban hiking badge launched by the Toronto Bruce Trail Club.

Distance: 18km. Start from Old Mills and end at Finch & Weston.

Pace: 4kph

Trail condition: mostly flat and paved.

Bring water and snacks. Dress and prepare for the weather.

Toronto Section E2E 1/4

Hosting Club: Niagara, Toronto
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): We meet each other on the east side of the road where the trail crosses Fourth Line. Please note that you should not park in front of the junkyard.

Hike Leader(s): Mehrnoush Ahmadi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17km

Description

This is the first leg of the Toronto section E2E hike, which is divided into four parts. Each part requires separate registration.

If you would like to receive the badge for completing the E2E, there is a fee of ten dollars.

IF THE HIKERS WOULD LIKE TO OBTAIN THE NEW FOUND RAISING BADGE, they have the option to e-transfer the fee (The fee is $30.00 for BTC members and $40.00 for non-members) to the TBTC treasurer’s email at tbtctreasurer211@gmail.com and receive it when complete the section.

Please note that this is a carpool hike, so it’s important to come with an empty car and be prepared for carpooling and sharing rides. The parking fees will be determined and divided among the hikers

Dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Make sure to bring snacks, lunch, and a minimum of 2 liters of water.

During the hike, we will take short water breaks, as well as a 30-minute lunch break.

Every body is welcome! See you there!

Urban Walk: Whitby to Oshawa

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

Whitby, Ontario

Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 10 km

Description

Please join me under the clock in the Great Hall of Union Station by 9:05 am.  We will take the eastbound Lakeshore train departing 9:20 AM, arriving in Whitby at 10:13 AM.  If you prefer to drive, please meet at the north entrance of Whitby Go Station near the washrooms and the ticket counter.

Please check out the GO Transit website and consider purchasing a one day pass for $10.