Hike Schedule

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.

CANCELLED Christie Lake Round the Lake Trail

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Christie Lake Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Bronwen Tregunno Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

CANCELLED.  So sorry everyone but something popup up and I can’t lead this hike!  See you next time. We’ll meet at the main parking lot once you enter the main gate to Christie CA 43.282473,-80.0277386 which is just to right at first fork.  We’ll walk around the lake with a short detour to look at Darnley Mill Ruins & Cascades at Christie Dam.  Bring your  lunch and drink and we might picnic at one of the pavilions if the weather is nice.  During the week the gate is unmanned and fee is $16 per vehicle or free with HCA annual vehicle pass. https://conservationhamilton.ca/admissions-fees/  For hiking bring snack, water, insect repellant, sun filter and personal first aid kit.  Ticks are active so long pants recommended. More information at https://conservationhamilton.ca/blog/tick-safety/  Contact Bron brontreg@cogeco.ca or 905-334-4013 for more information.