Hike Schedule

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.

School Bus Hike: Dufferin Section E2E #4 of 4

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items

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

Dufferin Hi-land Section km 40.7 to 55.5

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Celia Ho 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), Rocky, Variable
Distance: 14.8 km

Description

Join us on the first four Saturdays of November on a series of bus hikes to complete the Dufferin Hi-Land section. Hikers who complete all four hikes may apply for the Dufferin Hi-Land Club’s pink rose E2E badge ($10.00 Members, $15.00 Non-Members) or their stained glass fundraiser Yellow Ladies Slipper badge ($30.00 – Members Only). The fourth hike in the series will take us from km 40.4 to the Blue Mountain/Dufferin Hi-Land section boundary at Lavender.   The trail goes along Black Bank Creek and there are views across the Nottawasaga Low Lands. Anyone is welcome to join one or more of the hikes even if not working on one of the E2E badges. Long Distance Bus Fare applies for this hike. For drivers who wish to meet us at the trailhead, four spots will be reserved – cost $10 includes return shuttle to meeting location – please email the hike leaders for details on how to register as Car Hike – priority for the four spots will be given to hikers intending to join all 4 hikes.

Happy Valley King

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Please park along 16th sideroad

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: 14-15 km

Description

Lets explore  beauties of happy valley , the last fall of leaves and  the gorgeous look out

Feversham Gorge

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: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 2 hrs

Description

We will drive to the Feversham Gorge parking lot south of the bridge on County Road 2. We will hike on the trail under the bridge and through the village of
Feversham, cross the bridge then proceed on the Gorge trail. Great views of the Beaver River. The trail continues back to the top of the gorge, returning to the cars. The hike will
include historical information. Bring a snack and water.

Laura Secord 1 of 2

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the entrance to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake. We will carpool to the start which is the Laura Secord Homestead in NOTL

Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17.5 kms

Description

This scenic hike takes us along the route that Laura Secord followed.  There are some hills to climb and descend and there is the potential for muddy/slippery terrain so hiking poles are recommended.  Please bring your lunch, we’ll stop near Firemen’s Park for it. This is a rain or shine hike so dress appropriately.

Georgian Bluffs - top of Kemble Mountain

Hosting Club: Sydenham
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, There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 9 km

Description

This hike is a great opportunity for fresh air and exercise. Plan for 3 plus hours on the trail. Please pack a snack or lunch as we will be taking a short break at the halfway point. We will start @142.6 BTC Map # 34 and taking the Main Trail south and looping with the following Side Trails (Mystery Cabin, Don Richards, Coles, Maple Cross Ridge & Nels Maher). Proper hiking footwear is highly recommended and a stick could be helpful.