Hike Schedule

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 distance of 7-8 km. Difficulty Level: 2 (Moderate)

9:00 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, Icers, snack, and dress for the weather

9:15 Short Hike, Short Hills Provincial Park

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

Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

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

Tuesday Hikes 20 Year Anniversary End-to-End - Hike 10

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Dufferin Hi-Land Map 21, Km 53.1. Meet at BTC parking lot on south side of 30 Sideroad Mulmur, 100 metres east of the trail crossing.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely, Easy
Distance: 4.8 km; Drop out at Km 54.9 can be arranged (2.8 km)

Description

In 2004 a group of Dufferin Hi-Land BTC members began organizing Tuesday hikes. For their first venture, they hiked a 10 hike/10 week end-to-end series of the DH section. Join us as we recreate this series to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tuesday hiking and recognize the pioneers who started it all.

Hike 10 will complete our E2E journey with an in-and-out hike north on road allowance, then west on Mulmur-Nottawasaga Townline to the border with Blue Mountains section in the community of Lavender.

Bring water and snacks.

Speyside, Map 12

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Pear Tree parking lot, 15 Sideroad.
Driving directions: From Highway 401 going west, turn right (north) on Road 25, left on 15 Sideroad, drive about 300 m to Pear Tree parking lot on the left.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq

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

Description

Will hike southwards from the parking lot, main Bruce Trail, Al Shaw Side Trail and Hilton Falls ST to 6th line; after snack break will trace our steps back to the parking lot.
Dress according to weather, poles are recommended.
Bring water and snack of your choice.
Hike leaders phone contact for hiking day: 416-566-0503

The Palisades @ Harrison Park

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley, Sydenham

Location (Google Maps): Park in Harrison Park parking lot (free)
Map 32, ED 31

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: 10km

Description

We will begin this hike starting on the Harrison Park side Trail making our way south to the Creamery Hill Side Trail. At this point we will hop on the Main Bruce Trail and head over to Inglis Falls where we will stop for a short break. We will then proceed through the Palisades where the pace will slow down as we get into some tough terrain. Time permitting, I would like to find “The Devils Playground”. Once we have made our way through this area of extreme beauty we will catch the Harrison Park Side trail back to our cars.

Be prepared with snowshoes & icers

Please bring snacks and water.

No dogs!

Call or text Kristina for morning of cancelations @ 519-410-9077

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.

Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm – Blue and White hike – 18.5KM

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

We meet in the parking lot at Scotsdale Farm. Enter from Trafalgar Road, 1.7KM northwest of Highway 7.

Hike Leader(s): Fayyaz Mahmood Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 18.5KM

Description

We will be hiking the Main (white) and Side-Trails (blue) in the Scotsdale Farm / Silver Creek area. We start on the Bennett Heritage Side Trail (ST) going North to join the Main Bruce trail at 35.2KM, Map 13, Ed 31. We turn back on the Main trail to take the Great Esker ST at 33.5KM. We leave the Great Esker trail to take the new Trafalgar ST, Reservoir ST and finally the Duff Pit ST to return back to the Main trail at 28.6KM. We take the Main trail going north until 31.3KM and take the Maureen Smith ST to return back on the Bennett Heritage ST to return back to the parking lot.

Dress according to the weather. Hiking boots are required. Bring your lunch and 1.5-2 litres of water.

Wasaga Dunes

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tim Hortons, First Street, Collingwood

Hike Leader(s): David Little Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

We will meet at Tim Hortons in Collingwood (First Street). We will hike over
the Dunes and along the river. The hike is partially on the Ganaraska trail. Bring a snack
and water.

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)

Hiking Around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow, across from Boo’s Restaurant
Now known as Shoarishon Park

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate

Description

Hiking various trails in and around Jordan, (Balls Falls, Jim Rainforth Trail and Bailey Bridge through the Village of Jordan.

Rural Rocks and Obese Side Trails

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

Hike Leader(s): Ian Mills

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

Description

We will be looping clockwise along the Rural Rocks Side Trail through a wonderland of enormous rocks left from a time when this area was the shoreline of an ancient glacial lake. We will also explore the Obese Side Trail which offers challenging terrain. There will be rugged walking along with scrambling around and over rocks. Please wear proper hiking boots/shoes and a stick will be helpful. Let me know if you are interested in lunching in Wiarton afterwards and I can sort reservations. BTC Map # 35.

Rural Rocks/Obese Side Trail and Rural Rootz tour

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bluewater Park in Wiarton by the washrooms. From here we will determine carpool options.

Hike Leader(s): Cindy Paczkowski Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There might be muddy sections.
Distance: 4.3 km

Description

This gorgeous loop hike passes through a wonderland of enormous rocks left from a time when the area was the shoreline of an ancient glacial lake. It is not located off of the main Bruce Trail but is actually located on the other side of Hwy 6 just on the outskirts of Wiarton ( a short drive from the meeting point). The hiking is short in distance but is rugged and requires sturdy footwear and an adventurous spirit. We have the opportunity to visit Rural Rootz, a lovely nature reserve and craft shop following the hike.