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July 13, 2023
8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
8:00 AM-10:30 AM
07/13/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-49/
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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, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather
Bayview Escarpment & River Kwai Side Trail
9:00 AM
07/13/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bayview-escarpment-river-kwai-side-trail/
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Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Roadside parking on the east side of St. Vincent-Sydenham Townline where the River Kwai Side Trail meets the road, south of km 56.3 (Map 30)
Hike Leader(s): Maureen McFarland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 12 kms
Description

We will start with a car shuttle to the parking area at the north end of the townline where the road veers west (km 55.2). From here we will start our hike south along the main trail to the River Kwai Side Trail, then follow the side trail back to the cars. From the end point some of us will shuttle the drivers back to the starting point. The trail is rocky with crevices along the escarpment edge. There are some beautiful lookouts from the escarpment edge. The trail continues to be rocky as we hike south but eventually we end up in hardwood forest then an old apple orchard.. We can expect to see examples of two rare ferns – hart’s tongue fern and walking fern. Bring sunscreen, bug repellant, a lunch or snack and lots of water. If you are unable to register, please call or text the leader at 647-918-4180.
RBG North Shore Trail - Cancelled
9:00 AM-11:00 AM
07/13/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/rbg-north-shore-trail-10/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the RBGArboretum circular parking lot by the Nature Center Pavillion at 8:50 a.m. for a 9 a.m. start
Hike Leader(s): Linda Robinson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: about 6 km
Description

This hike begins at 9 a.m. to beat the heat. Bring water, snacks, bug spray.
Sydenham E2E Hike 12 of 14
9:15 AM-2:30 PM
07/13/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/sydenham-e2e-hike-12-of-14/
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Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Bognar Marsh Conservation Area at km 29.4. Parking fee will be sorted out prior to hike day. Shuttle to start at Woodford Community Centre, km 41.7.
Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: From km 41.7 to 29.4, total 12.3 km.
Description

With forests, ferns, fossils, and of course crevices, this hike will take us up and down the escarpment to Bognor Marsh Management Area following varied terrain including cart paths and boardwalks.
9:15 Short Hike - Jordan Hollow
9:15 AM-10:45 AM
07/13/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-jordan-hollow-65/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, Jordan Station
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms
Description

Hike the main and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.
Urban Walk - Evening Ramble, Sunnyside/South Humber
6:00 PM-9:00 PM
07/13/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-evening-ramble-sunnyside-south-humber/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):
Meet at Beatty Boulevard Park at the south side of the intersection of Roncesvalles and Queen Street near the pedestrian bridge crossing the Gardiner Expressway
Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 7 KM
Description

Join us for an evening walk through Sunnyside Park from the foot of Roncesvalles and north on the Humber to Old Mill Subway Station. Bring snack to have along the way. For anyone working on the new urban hike badge this walk walk will cover km 6.5 – 13.1 of the route (should you need to makeup the segment or want to take up the challenge). If there is interest I will lead an evening walk at at a different location each week on Thursdays through the Summer.
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July 14, 2023
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM
07/14/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-40/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7km
Description
Each Friday we will explore some history of Niagara-on-the-Lake while getting a moderate paced walk. Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.
Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.
Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.
Plan to stay for conversation and a coffee at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Rd., NOTL
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July 15, 2023
Car Hike: Happy Valley King City
8:15 AM-1:45 PM
07/15/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-happy-valley-king-city-4/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Happy Valley, Oak Ridges Trail
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17KM
Description

Come and join the group to view nice sceneries and look out of Happy valley
Some safety procedures during the hike:
1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.
2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.
3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.
4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .
5-Hikers have to make sure they can see the persons behind and in front of them.
Bus Hike: Nassagaweya Canyon
8:30 AM-5:00 PM
07/15/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bus-hike-nassagaweya-canyon/
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Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup
Optional Items
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet up at York Mills Bus Pickup
Nassagaweya Canyon, Bruce Trail Guide Map 11
Hike Leader(s): KJ Chong; George Lennon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 13 km
Description

Join us for a lovely hike through Nassagaweya Canyon, a pre-glacial valley created by rivers carving through sedimentary rock on the Niagara Escarpment. We will start around Appleby Line and Steeles Avenue and then venture down into the canyon. We will do a loop around Crawford Lake along the boardwalk and discuss its special properties in science as a meromictic lake. We will then head further down through the Crawford Forestry Tract where our hike will end at Twiss Road.
Required: hiking boots. Please bring 2 L of water.
Drop out at Guelph line at about 10 km. Depending on the weather conditions and participants, we may either end the hike here or continue on to Twiss road.
Urban Walk: Uxbridge Trails
9:00 AM-5:30 PM
07/15/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-uxbridge-trails-2/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):
Union Station – Meet in the Great Hall by the information desk with the clock over it by 8:50. We will take the 9:13 direct bus to Uxbridge. The GO $10.00 Transit Day Pass, available for smart phones, is valid for return travel on GO Transit. Hikers without a smart phone may purchase the Day Pass from the Hike Leader. Seniors return fare from Union is $11.06.
Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 12
Description

Join us for a hike on the Countryside Preserve trails, the Ewan and Historic Trails into downtown Uxbridge, and the Trans Canada Trail over the trestle bridge. We’ll also pass by the historic train station and railway museum. Due to the limited bus service plan on joining us for a refreshment stop before returning to the city.
Laura Secord in 2 hikes (1of2)
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
07/15/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/laura-secord-in-2-hikes-1of2/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the entrance to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 16km
Description

We will be carpooling from Woodend to Laura Secord House, 29 Queenston St, Queenston to start the hike. Hiking poles, water, snacks are recommended. Bug spray and sun screen may be needed.
After the second hike (July 22) you will qualify to purchase the Laura Secord badge. They will be made available at the end of the second hike. $10 for members, $15 for non-members
Family Fun Hike - Nottawasaga Bluffs and Keyhole Loop
9:00 AM-2:00 PM
07/15/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/family-fun-hike-nottawasaga-bluffs-and-keyhole-loop/
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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): Kelly-Leigh Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5km
Description

We will drive to the parking lot on 15/16 Sideroad in Singhampton then commence a loop hike through the Nottawasaga Bluffs. There will be great views and varied terrain. Fun scrambling over and down rocks and crawling through the Keyhole! Bring a snack and water.
Beaver Valley E2E #7 - Epping to Griersville
9:15 AM-5:00 PM
07/15/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-e2e-7-epping-to-griersville/
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Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): South side of Euphrasia -St. Vincent Townline between 7th Line and Regional Road 7, east of the trail access. Km 113.6 BTC Map 28. 44.521621, -80.578087
Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law, Susan Bate Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17 kms.
Description

Join us on Hike 7 of our Human Hiking Beaver Valley section E2E. We are leaving the valley proper now on our way to Blantyre. Be ready for some rough walking on some ancient road allowance roads. Please bring 3L of water, bug spray, sunscreen, a snack, a lunch and a smile. Please be ready for the car shuttle at 9:15 am sharp.
Toronto Urban Badge Hike - 5 of 7
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
07/15/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/toronto-urban-badge-hike-5-of-7/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 9.6 km
Description

Please join me at the north east corner of Bathurst and Finch by 10 AM. We will hike east on the Finch Hydro Corridor Trail and south along East Don Parklands to Sheppard and Leslie (km 41.6 to km 51.2). Here is an online map with km markings of our route for all 7 hikes for the Toronto Urban Badge.
Please make sure you bring at least 2 liters of water, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.
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July 16, 2023
Urban Walk: Inspirational Steps event
7:00 AM-8:30 AM
07/16/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-inspirational-steps-event/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Sandalwood parkway and Dixie. Brampton Soccer center
Hike Leader(s): Mike Dhesi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 6 KM
Description

We will follow the Chinguacousy Trail going South
Inspirational Steps is a run/walk that hopes to challenge individuals to better themselves and bring together the community to celebrate all the things that inspire us.

Discover Badge Series 4/5 Shuttle Hike
9:00 AM-12:30 PM
07/16/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/discover-badge-series-4-5-shuttle-hike/
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Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Hockley Road Parking Area – east of km 60.1 (43.972857, -80.056330).
Located on the north side of Hockley Road, approx. 2.5 km east of Hwy 10.
Directions to Meeting Location: From ON-10 turn east onto Hockley Road/Dufferin County Road 7 for 5 kilometre. The parking lot is on the left hand side.
Shuttle to Parking Area – north of km 50.8 on the east side of 5th Line EHS, just south of
Hockley Road (43.993572, -80.014057).
Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green and Dominique Garceau 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: 9.5 kilometres
Description
Register individually for one, a few, or all of the five Discovery Badge Series hikes. Participants who complete all five hikes will be eligible to receive a CHBTC Discovery Badge. Hike Four explores main Trail and the Hemlock Ridge and the Griffith Ravine Side Trails in the Hockley Valley south area. Bring your choice of hydration and snacks. Hiking boots are highly recommended. See June 18, June 25, July 2, and July 23 for details pertaining to the other hikes in the series. (Note: If you wish to purchase badges, the cost of each badge is $10.00 for BTC members and $15.00 for non-members.)
Beaver Valley E2E #8 - Griersville to Rocklyn Creek
9:15 AM-4:00 PM
07/16/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-e2e-8-griersville-to-rocklyn-creek/
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Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Where the main trail meets St. Vincent – Sydenham Townline between Sideroad 3 and the Holland – Sydenham Townline about 2 km north of Walters Falls. Km 7.4 BTC map 29. 44.506378, -80.705344
Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law, Susan Bate Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 14 km
Description

Join us on Hike 8 of our Human Hiking Beaver Valley section E2E. This is a lovely gentle peaceful hike which includes one of the little known jewels of the Bruce Trail – Rocklyn Creek. Please bring 2L of water, bug spray, sunscreen, a snack, a lunch and a smile. Please be ready for the car shuttle at 9:15 am sharp.
Urban Walk: St. Andrew to Sunnybrook Park Loop Hike
9:45 AM-2:30 PM
07/16/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-wall-st-andrew-to-sunnybrook-park-loop-hike/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Transit users meet hike leader(s) at TTC York Mills bus platforms by 9 am to take the 9:05 bus 78 (St. Andrew’s to Bayview). We will be commencing the hike from Toba Dr. & Legacy Cr at 9:17 to arrive at Irving Paisley Park by 9:45.
Car users arrive at Irving Paisley Park, 2539 Bayview Ave (SE corner of Bayview Avenue and York Mills Road, behind the Arena) by 9:35 to meet the transit group arriving at 9:45. Entrance to Parking Lot is off of York Mills Road.
Transit users wishing a later start time can take the 95 A or B, York Mills bus from York Mills Station leaving every 10 minutes and arriving at Bayview & York Mills in 7 minutes.
Hike Leader(s): Andrew Proczek; Tiffany Harding; Steve Harding Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat, Other (Refer to Description), Variable
Distance: 13 km (transit users); 14 km (car users)
Description

Join us for a pleasant walk along Wilket Creek and West Don River through Glendon Forest as we loop around the playing fields of Sunnybrook Park and hike north picking up Wilket Creek to Edwards Gardens.
Important note: this hike has a creek crossing. Under normal conditions we can keep our feet dry by stepping on flat stones to cross the shallow stream. It is an easy crossing. The stones are evenly spaced and sturdy. If it should rain prior to the hike, we will need to take our shoes off and wade across. Even then it will still be shallow. Bring a small towel or handkerchief to dry your feet.
Transit users, here are your options (car users will finish the loop back to their cars for a 14 km trip):
Option 1: St. Andrew’s Park to Edwards Gardens (13 km)
Option 2: Irving Paisley Park to Edwards Gardens (11 km)
Option 3: St. Andrew’s Park and loop back with car users to Irving Paisley Park (16 km)
The route: https://onthegomap.com/s/gidabt1r
Lunch stop at Frost Library Garden, Glendon College Campus (York University).
Please pack a lunch or snacks and 2 litres water. Water fountain by the washrooms in Sunnybrook Park. Bring insect repellant, sun screen and a hat.
Public Washrooms at Glendon College, Sunnybrook Park and Edwards Gardens as well as bio breaks along the trail. For anyone arriving early to Irving Paisley Park there are washrooms at the Metro across Bayview Ave (west side) and there is also a coffee shop.
Photo is of Frost Library Garden.
Rattlesnake Point Loop
10:00 AM-1:00 AM
07/16/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/rattlesnake-point-loop-5/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area, Appleby Line (Reservations required) https://www.conservationhalton.ca/parks/rattlesnake-point/
Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast – 5+ km/hr, Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8-9 Km.
Description

Join us to hike this gorgeous area with its amazing views. We will hike the top of the escarpment, descend into Nassagaweya Canyon, hike the canyon and then ascend to the top to return to our starting point. Meet in the lower parking lot of Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area on Appleby Line, north of Derry Rd. at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. bring water, a snack, sunscreen and insect repellent. Poles may be useful.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com
Toronto Urban Badge Hike - 3 of 7
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
07/16/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/toronto-urban-badge-hike-3-of-7-2/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location (Google Maps): Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 10.4 km
Description

Please join me at the south west corner of Lakeshore Blvd West and Ellis by 10 AM. We will hike east along the Waterfront Trail to the Distillery District (km 8.3 to km 71.4). Here is an online map with km markings of our route for all 7 hikes for the Toronto Urban Badge.
Please make sure you bring at least 2 liters of water, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.
Sunday Social Hike - Harrison Park loop
1:30 PM
07/16/2023
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/sunday-social-hike-harrison-park-loop/
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Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at Harrison Park, Owen Sound, in front of Harrison Park Inn, north of 96.7km (Map 32)
Hike Leader(s): Ian Mills Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections.
Distance: 6 km
Description

Hike Harrison Park side trail to Palisades side trail then to the main trail and returning via Harrison Park side trail. If folks are up to it we can see if it is possible to grab a refreshment at Harrison Park Inn – completely optional. If you are unable to register, please call or text hike leader @ 416-848-8818.