Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Caledon E2E in 5 sections - 5 of 5

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet and park at km 16.1 at the southwest shoulder of the Willoughby Rd and Escarpment Sideroad intersection, and we carpool to the start.

Hike Leader(s): Susan Glofcheskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 16 km

Description

Join us for this Caledon E2E in 5 sections.  Sign up for all 5 sections (to be entitled to the badge) or only the ones you are available for.

Please bring 2 litres of water, a snack, bug spray, sunscreen, a personal first-aid kit and appropriate clothing.  Hiking boots/shoes are mandatory and poles are suggested.

Please arrive by 8 am, so we can leave at 8:15 am to shuttle to our starting point.

Click on the Google link for directions to the meeting place.

9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km

Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL

Moonlit Hike Series - Beaver Moon "Freezing Moon" (Hike 2 of a 6 part series)

Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Moonlit Hike Series
Location (Google Maps): Black Creek Provincial Park

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: ~ 3 1/2 km

Description

Join us for hike two of a six part Full Moon Hike Series (October – March).

Our hike starts with a short, sandy beach walk to the entrance of this magical mixed forest trail.  This 3 1/2 km hike (out and back) is generally on flat and even terrain.  Once we get to the end of the trail we will be on the shores on Lake Huron.  We may walk along the rocks on the shore for a short bit to get a view of the lake (and Stokes Bay).  We will return to the beach on the same trail.

When we return to the beach, we will sit on a chair you bring (keep it in your vehicle until after the short hike) or the picnic benches that are there.  The plan is to sit and gaze at the full moon and stars while sipping on the hot chocolate (bring your own mug) and treats.

We are soooooo pleased to share that Brenda Stewart, PBTC Archivist, will be joining us on this hike.  Brenda will share stories / history of this area.

Sunset is 4:45pm

The moon rises at 4:29pm from the NE.

Start time is 6:00pm

Dress comfortably and wear sturdy shoes.   Illuminate your path with a red light headlamp/flashlight. The time commitment is about 2 1/2 hours. See you there!”

You can learn more about Black Creek Provincial Park here: https://visitlionshead.ca/profile/black-creek-provincial-park/1575/

Duration: 2 – 2  1/2 hours

Full Moon Hiking Series

• stay tuned for further hike registrations in this series

Date

Name

Thursday, October 17th @ Lindsay Tract
Hunter’s Moon

• Commemorating the hunting season preceding winter.

Friday, November 15th @ Black Creek Provincial Park (Sandy beach)
Beaver Moon

• Reflects the time when beavers are busy building their winter dams.

Sunday, December 15th @ Cape Chin (info to follow)
Cold Moon

• Evocative of winter’s chill

Monday, January 13th
Wolf Moon

• named after howling wolves

Wednesday, February 12th (possible cross country or snowshoe)
Snow Moon

• named after the snow on the ground.

Friday March 14th
Worm Moon

• The Worm Moon gets its name from the earthworms that come out when the soil warms up. The worms provide food for birds and other animals.

Full Moon Hike Finch Corridor and East Don - 12km

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Finch Station Passenger Pick-Up area

Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 12KM

Description

Note: This hike is planned for a night with clear skies to enjoy the full moon. If the weather forecast does not promise a clear night sky, the hike will be rescheduled to 7:00pm on Friday, November 15. Should the forecast for November 15 still not indicate clear skies, the hike will be cancelled. Any changes, including rescheduling or cancellation, will be posted here, and you will also receive an email notification at least 24 hours in advance. Please check this post and your email inbox for updates.

Join Us for a Full Moon Night Hike under the November full moon – the Beaver Moon! Step into the enchanting glow of the Beaver Moon as we journey along the Finch Corridor Recreational Trail and East Don Parkland Trail. Under the silver light of this November full moon, we’ll immerse ourselves in the calm and wonder of nature at night. This is more than a hike – it’s a chance to embrace the stillness, connect with the world around us, and find peace in the shadows and reflections cast by the moonlight. Together, we’ll listen to the quiet sounds of the night, watch shadows dance beneath the trees, and feel the cool November air as it stirs through the woods. There’s something magical about the full moon that invites reflection, inspiration, and a special kind of togetherness. Whether you’re coming solo, with friends, or with family, let’s share in this night of awe and serenity beneath the light of the Beaver Moon.

Meet Location: Finch Station passenger pick-up area located at the northwest of Hendon Ave and Yonge Street.

What to Bring:

• Comfortable walking shoes. Running shoes are recommended as the route is all hard paved surface.
• A flashlight or headlamp (for safety in case as we’ll rely on moonlight when possible)
• Warm layers – it can get chilly at night!
• Water and a snack
• No pets