Hike Schedule

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Webwood Falls

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the BTC parking lot on Grey Road 40, Km 105.7 Map 28 Edition 31

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 4.6 km

Description

We gather in the somewhat new BTC parking lot on Grey Road 40. Our Trail takes us a short distance across a field and then into a forest. Then it’s a country walk beside farm fields towards Webwood Falls. We will view the Falls and poke around the old Harwood Farm to see features left behind from farmstead days. They we return back to our vehicles.

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.

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.

Christie Lake

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Christie Lake Conservation Area largest parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10-11k (approximate)

Description

Drive straight in from entrance, main parking lot to your right turn from stop sign at T junction. Either Hamilton Conservation Area membership or parking fees apply. Loop of lake as well as an upstream extension across the road, exact route may vary. Wear boots or strong footwear. One side of loop flat, other has some moderate hills. Prepare for variable conditions and footing if wet conditions, easy in ideal conditions. Dress in layers appropriate to weather. Bring water and snack. Hike leaves at 10am.

Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Municipal parking lot on 1st Ave East between 7th St and 8th St in Owen Sound

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

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

Description

Join us for an evening hike exploring Owen Sound neighbourhoods followed by an opportunity for refreshments. We will check out the salmon run at the Fish Dam during this hike.  There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7 pm.

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

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

Urban Walk:: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 3blocks south of highway 7 and 2 blocks north of John Street, parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek, for a distance of 7-8 km. Difficulty Level: 2 (Moderate)

9:15Hiking around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Shoarishon Park (Jordan Hollow)

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 km

Description

Hiking in and around Jordan, Jim Rainforth Trail, Balls Falls and Bailey Bridge

Niagara End-to-End Hike 5 of 6

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Woodend Conservation Area km 13.3 (Map 2). Shuttle to start at DeCew House Heritage Park.

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
Distance: 29.9 – 13.3 = 16.6 km total

Description

This is the fifth hike of the series and will take us to Brock University and Welland Canal with views of orchards and vineyards.

Salmon Run Followed by an Opportunity for Lunch at the Inn

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Health & Nature Hike
Location (Google Maps): Harrison Park – NW of km 89.0. Beside the resturant but closer to the bridge

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

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Approx 10 km

Description

We will meet at Harrison Park in Owen Sound at 9:30 and car shuttle to the the Visitor’s Information Centre at the harbour.

The salmon’s journey – and ours – will start at the harbour then continue through the River District to the Tom Thompson Art Gallery where we will stop briefly to view Tom Thompson’s – Homecoming Exhibition. This exhibition explores the role that Owen Sound and surrounding areas played in his artistic growth and his emergence as a national icon (entrance to the museum is by donation). We will then carry on to the fish ladder where we will see the salmon leaping and thrashing there way to the top of the mill dam. We will follow the salmon to Harrison Park and then continue to the Grey Sauble Conservation where we will learn more about their migration and observe them in shallow spawning channels. We will continue to Inglis Falls where we will have a great look-out point to observe the fall colours and then head back to Harrison Park via the main trail and the Harrison Park Side Trail. Once back at the park, for those that are interested, we will stop for lunch at the Inn.

This route follows sidewalks, dirt walkways and paved trails en route to the Bruce Trail near Harrison Park. From there, we will take the Trail to the Grey Sauble Conservation, Inglis Falls and then back to Harrison Park.

Bus Hike: Warsaw Caves and Canadian Canoe Museum

Trip Information
Departure Time: 07:30
Return to City Time: 19:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Warsaw Caves Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Brenda Dalglish, Robin Crombie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Rocky, Variable
Distance: 14

Description

Description

Join us for a fun day exploring Warsaw Caves Conservation Area. We will hike about 14 km (dropout after 9 km) at a 4 km/hr pace through forests, across open limestone plains, past potholes and kettles, and stop to enjoy the lookout over the Indian River valley. If you choose to dropout after 9km then you will have time to go spelunking (caving) and discover the park’s seven caves, or relax on the beach. Après hike stop in Peterborough (2 hours) where you can visit the Canadian Canoe Museum at it’s beautiful new location on Little Lake, or walk to the historic Peterborough Lift Lock (about 1 hour return), or enjoy a refreshment (craft beer, ice cream, or specialty coffee) at the Silver Bean Café, or relax on the beach in Beavermead Park. Washrooms and water bottle filling stations in the museum and the park. Museum admission for groups of 10 or more is: $18 adults, $16 seniors, and $13 youth (plus tax). Children are free.

Pack lunch, snacks, enough water for the hike (about 2 litres), sun and rain protection. If you plan to go spelunking, bring a headlight.

Bus will depart from 10 York Mills Rd at 7:30 AM. We hope to be back in the city around 7 PM.

Bus Hike: Caledon E2E Hike #5 of 5

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:00
Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

Optional Items

Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve

Hike Leader(s): Sajedeh Zahraei; Celia Ho; Felix Wan Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 11.3 KM

Description

Maps 18-19, km 57.3 – 70.2 km (15.1 km)

Starting Point: km 57.3 on 3rd Line EHS (43°58’26.2″N 80°02’33.9″W)

Drop Off Point: Roadside parking area at km 67.8 on Dunby Road (44°00’23.2″N 80°03’34.1″W)

End Point: Roadside Parking – km 70.2/km 0.0 (on the 3rd Line EHS, 30 m south of County Rd. 8) (44.029973°N 80.057360°W)
or
Mono Community Centre, 200 m south of Mono Centre. (44.026195°N 80.071516°W)

Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm!

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm, Map 13. Directions; from Highway 401, head north on Trafalgar Road past Georgetown. Trafalgar briefly merges with Highway 7 for about 3 km before separating to the right at the village of Silver Creek. At the stop light in Silver Creek, continue north on Trafalgar Road for about 1 km to the entrance of Scotsdale Farm on your right. Drive in about half a kilometre to reach the parking area.

Hike Leader(s): Dylan “Lana” Hubbard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 km

Description

Join us for a loop hike along the main Bruce Trail and various side trails, including the scenic Great Esker Side Trail. After the hike, everyone is welcome to gather at the Shepard’s Crook in Georgetown for refreshments.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment. This hike is an LGBTQ+ safe space, and everyone is welcome to join us.

Bethesda Trail Richmond Hill 155

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Oak Ridges Corridor, Bethesda Trail Head Parking Lot, Bethesda Side Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 10-11km

Description

Join us to explore Jefferson Forest and Bond lake

Please bring  hiking poles,  proper closing and shoes and lots of water,

Dufferin Hi-Land Stained Glass Fundraiser

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land, Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at Hurontario Street just south of County Road 89, km 14.1, Map 20

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 14.1 km

Description

You are registering for a 4 day series of hikes to earn the Dufferin Hi-Land Stained Glass fundraiser badge.  Please dress appropriately for fall weather, which can be cool, cold, or rainy.  Our October hikes should be a showcase of fall colours.  Hikers may miss one hike and make it up before Oct. 30 to earn the badge.  See below for the hike schedule, locations and meeting times.  The pace will be medium, a bit slower on the steep hills. All km are from Bruce Trail Guide Edition 31. Please meet 15 minutes before the start time ready to car shuttle. If you have any questions please contact me at beavervalleytrailactivities@gmail.com

October 5 – Meet at Hurontario Street just south of County Road 89, km 14.1, Map 20 at 8:15 a.m. to shuttle the Mono Community Centre, west of km 72.2 (Caledon).  We will hike through Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. Length of hike 14.1 km

October 10 – Meet at 1st Line E, km 28.3, Map 20 at 8:15 a.m. to shuttle to Hurontario Street just south of County Road 89, km 14.1.  We will hike through Boyne Valley Provincial Park and the Bibbulmun Track Friendship Trail. Length of hike 14.2 km

October 24 – Meet at Prince of Wales Road and 20th Sideroad, km 40.7, Map 21 at 8:15 a.m., to shuttle to 1st Line E, km 28.3.  We hike through the Kilgorie area. Length of hike 12.4 km

October 30 – Meet at Lavender Cemetery, km 54.9, Map 21 at 8:15 a.m. to shuttle to Prince of Wales Road and 20th Sideroad, km 40.7. Our final hike will take us through the Black Bank area and to the start of the Blue Mountain section. Length of hike 14.8 km

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.

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.

10:00 Behind Brock

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Decew park

Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

We  will walk on the trails around Brock and Hydro hill.

Car Hike: Fall Indigenous Teachings Hike with Alan Colley -Living Wild in the City

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meeting place and parking will be at the 17th side road BTC Trail head. This is east of County Road 25, north of Speyside. Map 12 at Vanderleck side trail junction with 17 Sideroad.

Hike Leader(s): Patricia Lynn McFerran Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Variable
Distance: depending on conditions 5-8 km

Description

This hike was planned for fall 2023 but had to be cancelled. Alan Colley, of Wild in the City, has agreed to come out and walk the trail and share some of his indigenous teachings about the plants and land use.
We may not be “”living wild in the city but Alan has much to share. This will be a pleasant slow walk through this very diverse section of the Toronto section.
Alan led a very interesting hike back in the spring of 2023 at Silver Creek. The fall is a lovely time to hike theses trails.
Please dress for the weather. Bring lunch and water. Be sure to have your camera and or your apps on your phone, there will be lots to see. Hike will go rain or shine.