Hike Schedule

Sunday Social Hike - Skinners Bluff to Esthers Bluff Loop

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Owen Sound Galaxy Theatre parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.

Hike Leader(s): Danuta Valleau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 4.5 km

Description

From roadside parking at Skinners Bluff, we will follow the President’s Path Side Trail south across a field and through woodland to the Escarpment edge at Esther’s Bluff where lookouts offer views over the Slough of Despond. We’ll return along another side trail that’s forms a loop. Bring water, bug repellent, sunscreen, sturdy footwear and walking poles or sticks if you have them.  If you are unable to register, please call or text the hike leader at 519-378-5630.

Hiking 101 June 5, 12, 19, 2023

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Register
Location (Google Maps): June 5: Kinsmen Park, Frost Rd, Beamsville
June 12: Louth Conservation Area
June 19: Queenston Heights

Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5-6 km

Description

Hiking 101 is an introductory course for novice hikers, members and non-members alike.  If you want some guidance on where to begin, what to wear, and what to take along, this is the course for you. The course is 3 Monday morning sessions with a combination of workshop/Q& A followed by short hikes along the trail.  Dress in weather appropriate clothing and wear good walking shoes.

Time:  10 am – 12 pm

Meeting locations:

Monday, June 5- Kinsmen Park, Kinsmen Rd & Frost Rd., Beamsville   N 43.146108  W 79.475609

Monday, June 12 – Louth Conservation Area, parking lot off of Staff Avenue, Louth, 500 m north of Pelham Rd (Regional Road 69)  N 43.121706  W 79.351235

Monday, June 19 – Queenston Height Park, near the Bruce Trail Cairn  N 43.157826  W 79.052045

Registration is Members $30, Non-Members $40.  Upon completing the three sessions, you will receive a FREE tube scarf ($15 value)

8:00 NEW TIME Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Bring Poles water, snack, sunscreen and bug spray and dress for the weather

9:15 Short Hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park.  Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Caledon Hills Section, Map 14. To car pool, meet at Party City (4th Ave at Hwy 10 in Orangeville) or meet at roadside parking on Heritage Rd, north of King Rd, west of Mississauga Rd, Terra Cotta (Km 44.5).

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 10 km with a shorter option available.

Description

We will meet at roadside parking on Heritage Rd and hike west along the main trail, through Terra Cotta Conservation Area.  We will return along the Terra Cotta Side Trail (Caledon Trailway) to Heritage Rd.   Terrain is mostly flat, with some hills, and a steep section. This is a 10km hike. Please bring lunch, snacks and water.

Note: There are many options for those wishing a shorter hike.

Niagara Glen, Niagara

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Park at Niagara Glen Nature Centre, Niagara River Parkway, parking charges apply.
Driving directions: Take QEW to Niagara, continue on exit to Highway 405, General Brock Parkway to Lewiston-Queenston, take last exit to right before US border to Stanley Avenue (102); left on Whirlpool Rd. and left on Niagara River Parkway, you will see Whirlpool golf course on left, continue to Niagara Glen Nature Center on the right, use paying station to print and display the ticket.
Consider carpooling with co-hikers to share the parking and / or gas cost.

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 7 – 10 km

Description

Join us on a truly adventurous hike on Niagara River, using steel stairs we will descend down to Niagara River and hike multiple trails of the Glen Trail Network. We will hike close to the roaring river on marked trails, negotiating around some boulders and some narrow paths. We plan to cross over to the Whirlpool Pool spot, conditions permitting, at this place the river takes a 90 degree turn and creates a rare natural wonder, hiking distance 7-10 km.
The lunch break will on a large rock platform overlooking the river, the view all along are just stunning.
Hiking shoes, poles, head cap are strongly recommended, dress according to weather.
Bring snack, water, bug spray and sun protection lotion
Hike leader contact # 416-566-0503.

This is first of the series of hikes along the Niagara River. Next two hikes we will cross into US and hike on US side of Niagara River (Goat Island and Niagara Gorge). Details will follow on the calendar.

Lion's Head Nature Reserve

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Hike & Picnic
Location (Google Maps): The Owen Sound Galaxy Theatre parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.

Hike Leader(s): Sheri Hatcher Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing

Description

We will car pool from Owen Sound to Lion’s Head, km 83.0 Map 38. The number of cars taken will be dictated by the number of people signed up. We will then leave a vehicle(s) and car pool to km 69.6 where we will hike the main trail heading north along the outskirts of the Lion’s Head Provincial Nature Reserve (approx 14 km). We will encounter many scenic outlooks with beautiful views along the way.  Too many to list! We will stop at the Lion’s Head Lookout for a picnic lunch then head back to our vehicle(s).  If you are unable to register, please call or text the hike leader at 519-270-5068.

Two Big Rocks - Metcalfe and Pinnacle

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

Hike Leader(s): Allison Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 10km

Description

Starting at Beaver Valley section km 27.9, we will follow the white blazed trail west toward Duncan Crevice Caves Provincial Nature Reserve. At km 32.6 we will take the Chuck Grant Side Trail to create a loop. This unique and wonderful hike includes a wide variety of terrain, two bridge crossings of Mill Creek, two climbs and descents of the Escarpment, all with spectacular views from Metcalfe and Pinnacle Rocks. Optional descents and climbs into the Metcalfe and Duncan Crevices, weather and grip permitting. Bring water and a snack.

Twiss Road Loop

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Twiss Road Trails. As parking is limited we will park in Kilbride behind the local school. This will require a very short car pool.

Hike Leader(s): Mary Rose Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6-7K

Description

This is a very pretty area with lots of wild flowers.  There are some rocky sections .  We will have one short stop before we reach the Guelph Line.  We will walk a short section on the road and then return on a less rocky route.

To find the parking area, drive into the school area and as you come to a curve turn right beside the school.

Please bring the usual snack, water and bug spray.

11:00 am Hike & Picnic

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Locust Grove Picnic Area

Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike around Queenston area.  Optional outdoor gathering in Locust Grove including pot luck picnic.

Evening Hike & Refreshments in Owen Sound

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the west side of 1st Ave. E between 7th St. E and 8th St. E in Owen Sound.

Hike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Approx 5 km

Description

Join us for an evening hike exploring trails & neighbourhoods in Owen Sound, followed by an opportunity for refreshments. No need to arrive 15 minutes early – the hike will leave at 7:00 pm. For further information contact Hike Leader Harriet Nixon at 519-373-6598 or harrietnixon@bmts.com.  If you are unable to preregister, please call or text the hike leader.