Hike Schedule

Sydenham End to End in Eight Days - Moderate/Brisk pace Up to 25km per day - Please read all details for the hike before registering.

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Sydenham Section

Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Up to 25km per day approximately.

Description

Sydenham End to End. We will hike everyday for 8 days straight starting in Blantyre and making our way to Wiarton.  Please note, you are signing up for all 8 days when you register for this hike. Sydenham section has approximately 50km of road and totals about 170km over all so we will break it into 8 days of varying distances depending on appropriate parking locations. The schedule will be sent to all registered hikers within a month of the start.

If you do not live locally, I highly recommend you book accommodations somewhere in Owen Sound which is approximately mid-way of the entire section.

This hike is rated as moderate/brisk – 3-5km per hour depending on terrain.  Please be honest about your physical abilities when signing up for this hike. Upon completion of the 8 days, you will be entitled to apply for the new Sydenham ETE badge.

This hike is open to members only. We will hike rain or shine. Please check daily forecast and dress appropriately for the weather. Please carry your own first aid kit, 2 litres of water and enough food and snacks to provide enough energy for a long day of hiking.

We will hike at a steady pace but will break at around 10am, noon and for an afternoon break if we are hiking past 2pm. Everyone will be expected to take turns either being the driver to the start of the hike or driving the drivers back to their vehicles at the end of the day. There will always be time to stop and take photos and enjoy the flora, fauna and scenery along the way.

Completion of all 8 days will qualify you for a new ETE badge, released this year. (see image) Current cost is $10 for members. I will try to make the badges available on our last day.

Please, no dogs.

Peter Beecham Side Trail

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): (Google Maps) Caledon Hills Section, Map 18. Meet at roadside parking on 4th Line East, Mono 1.5 km north of 5 Sideroad.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections, Strenuous
Distance: Long Hike 8.3 km Short Hike 5km or 2.7 km

Description

From roadside parking at km 55.1, we will hike west via the Peter Beecham Side Trail until we reach the Vineyard View Side Tail (km 59.1). At this point, we will retrace our steps and return to the parking lot connecting with the Griffith Ravine Side Trail along the way.

There will be two opportunities for participants to enjoy a shorter hike during the trip. Hikers can join the Griffith Ravine Side Trail at km 56.3 and return to the parking lot. (2.7 km hike)  Or after reaching 3rd Line East, hikers can turn back along the Main Trail and via the Griffith Ravine Side Trail return to their cars. (5 km hike)

Bring water, lunch, snacks, and sunscreen.      Hiking poles are recommended.

Sydenham Chipper (km128.4-km145.3)

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail parking area on Lindenwood rd.
Map 33 ED 30
Km 128.4

Hike Leader(s): Kristina Rettie Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 16.9km

Description

Please join us as we chip away through the Sydenham section. This will be a series of 11 hikes that range between 13-19kms with one longer hike of 24km. We will begin our journey at the northern end of Sydenham and work our way south to try and avoid the dangers the falling leaves and snow will bring.

If you complete the 11 hikes in this series you will qualify for Sydenham’s new independent badge. Please keep track of your hikes as each hiker will be submitting their own badge request.

All hikes in this series will include a car shuttle and everyone will take a turn as a shuttle driver. Please have your vehicle passenger ready.

Sept 26 hike – meet @km128.4 carpool to 145.3

If you have any questions please text me @ 519-410-9077 (this is the most efficient way)

Please bring plenty of water and snacks/lunch

No dogs

Please text Kristina @ 519-410-9077 for morning of cancelations

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.

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.

Hilton Falls

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area Parking Lot

Hike Leader(s): Susan Glofcheskie & Family 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
Distance: 10 – 11 km

Description

This is a loop hike.  Parking fee applies (unless you have a Halton Parks pass, a great value) and you must reserve from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Hike leader: Susan Glofcheskie: email: glofcheskies@rogers.com. Cell 416-576-3163.  Please use email prior to the hike and cell on the day of the hike.

Wear appropriate quick-dry clothing and hiking boots.  Bring sunscreen, insect repellant (summer), icers (winter), snacks, a personal first aid kit and 1 – 2 litres of water.  For personalized driving directions, click on the hike in the BTC hike calendar, then on (Google Maps) to the right of the word Location, and your smart phone should navigate you to the correct location.  Please arrive at least 15 minutes early.  If you are unable to attend, please email me as soon as possible in advance of the hike, or text me if it is < 2 hours before the hike.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Eugenia Falls to Hogg's Fall

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): We will meet in the parking lot of Hogg’s Falls, km 67.5, Map 26, Edition 30. From there we will take the number of vehicles necessary to go to the start of the hike. (Parking at Eugenia Falls CA is paid parking.)

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 7 km

Description

This hike begins with some views of Eugenia Falls, at the crest and through the trees. From there it’s on to the Cuckoo Valley. The beginnings of fall colour may show at the outstanding Cuckoo Valley lookout area. Passing through mature forest and by an upland meadow, we arrive at Hogg’s Falls, an always picturesque scene on the Boyne River

New Badge! Beaver Valley Geology Hike #2

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet on 6th Line, north of Grey Road 119, km 13.7

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 4.3 km

Description

This is a series of 7 hikes to earn the Beaver Valley Geology badge.  We will use the criteria listed in Beth Gilhespy’s book, Walking Through Time, Exploring Niagara Escarpment Geology in the Beaver Valley Bruce Trail Section.  We’ll boost our knowledge of the local geology along the way as we take the required photos.  Hikers are welcome to join any or all of the hikes, however, they must complete all 7 hikes to earn the badge.  Bring sufficient water and snacks.

Hike Two: Margaret Paull Side Trail

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.