Hike Schedule

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

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.

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.

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.

Exploring Sydenham Hike 20

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

Meet in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound.

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

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 2.4 km

Description

We will carpool to do a hike in the Boyd Crevice. This is hike 20 in the book, Exploring Sydenham. There is one secret to locate. If you do not have a book and would like one ($30) let me know by using the “Contact hike leader” link. While this is quite a short hike the variety of the rock formations are amazing to look at.

Iroquoia Stained Glass End 2 End (Nov25,26,27, Dec 2,3,4)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: Iroquoia E2E-in-Six
Location (Google Maps): Calcium Pits roadside parking on Twiss Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 20km

Description

This is the eighth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and I are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.
We meet at 7:30 – hikers should arrive early and be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Heather for those who want to hike and not receive this special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Iroquoia E2E

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Calcium Pits, roadside parking on Twiss Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 20 km

Description

This is the eighth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and Steven White are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.

We meet at 7:30 – hikers should be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Steven for those who want to hike and receive a special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Toronto E2E (2 days) Stained Glass Fundraiser

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto, Sydenham
Category: Fundraiser
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on west side of 6th Line, south of Highway 7 near Georgetown (43.658281, -79.985371)

Hike Leader(s): Karen Buschert Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections.
Distance: Distances range from 23-26 km per day

Description

Through this fundraising hike, you can complete the Toronto section in 2 days and earn the Stained Glass badge! Registration cost is $30 and goes to the Toronto Bruce Trail Club. We will be hiking at a moderate pace over moderate to difficult terrain. Because of the distance we need to cover each day, please ensure you have the strength and stamina for two long hiking days.

Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Pottawatomi/Jones Falls loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot of the Pottawatomi Conservation Area by the Owen Sound Transportation Company

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

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 4.5 km

Description

This is a loop hike beginning on the Merle Gunby side trail. We head toward the main Bruce trail northward for a short distance. We then pick up the Jones Falls side trail which descends through a crevice with some tricky footing. Depending on the flow of the river and falls, we can investigate the river bed and get some great photos of Jones Falls. From there we join up with the Memorial Forest side trail which skirts the base of the escarpment with dramatic views of the cliff wall. We climb a short but steep trail back up to the main Bruce Trail. Then we head southward and get back onto the Merle Gunby side trail heading  back to the parking lot. The hike is short in distance but has some technical sections. Please wear good hiking shoes or boots. Lots of opportunity to take photos.

Men's Hike: Fairways Meadow Side Trail

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Fairway Meadows Side Trail, Little Cove, Tobermory

Hike Leader(s): Owen Glendon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy, Moderate
Distance: ~4 km

Description

Hike the new Fairway Meadows Side Trail at the invitation of the new land owner, which runs between Little Cove and the main trail to Dunk’s Bay. We will take a short side trip down to the beach at Little Cove.

The hike should finish by 1:00 pm.

Drive north on Hwy 6 from Ferndale.Turn right (east) on Little Cove Rd and take to the end. Parking will be arranged there.

Dress for possible windy/cold weather, bring water and some snacks and wear sturdy hiking footwear.