Hike Schedule

Hilton Falls Conservation Area Trails

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area parking lot, Campbellville Rd/Side Rd 5 East of Guelph Line Rd. Reservation required with valid Conservation pass or fee for parking.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13km

Description

We will hike the Beaver Dam loop and part of the Hilton Falls and Red Oak (if open) Trails at a brisk speed. There will an opportunity to visit the falls and stop for other sights along the way but please know that we will be moving at a clip. Please bring water, a snack and appropriate layers for the weather. Icers may be necessary.

Baked goods can be expected 🙂

School Bus Hike: Nottawasaga Bluffs, with Après Hike Holiday Luncheon

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:00
Return to City Time: 19:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items
Chicken Caesar Wrap & Fries ($33.00)
Fish & Chips ($33.00)
Mylar Burger & Fries ($33.00)
Vegetarian Lasagna & Salad ($33.00)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Duro Vukman, Felix Wan, Roland Mark Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable

Description

Join us for a fun hike in beautiful Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area. Discover Freedom Rock, the Tomb, and “Best Caves”. Climb through the Keyhole and explore limestone crevices on the Keyhole Side Trail. Revel in the awesome view from the bluffs. Choose your own adventure: a moderate hike (3 to 4 km/hr) or a brisk hike (4 to 5 km/hr). Both groups will be on the trail for about 4.5 hours. Afterwards enjoy good cheer and chatter over a festive late lunch (3 to 5 PM) at Mylar and Loreta’s Restaurant in Singhampton.

When you register, please select one of the lunch choices listed under optional items. All regular entrées include fries, dessert bar, and non-alcoholic beverage. Vegetarian entrée includes salad, dessert bar, and non-alcoholic beverage. Tax and gratuity are included in the prices. Beer and wine are extra.

You will need to pay your bus fare when you register. E-transfer your lunch money ($33 per person) to martinabeatrice@gmail.com.

Important: Please register by Sat Nov 23.

Bus departs from 10 York Mills Rd at 8 AM. We hope to be back in Toronto by 7 PM.

Car Hike: Hockley Valley Provincial Park

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Valley Nature Reserve, Map 18. To reach the meeting point, drive north on Hwy 10 from Orangeville and turn right onto Hockley Road. Continue approximately 5 km east until you see the parking area on your left, directly across the road from the Black Birch restaurant.

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 14 km

Description

Join us for a 14 km hike through the Nature Preserve, known for being one of the most challenging and hilly sections of the Bruce Trail. Get ready for a workout.

We will be hiking at a moderate pace with plenty of breaks in between.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment. This hike is an 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space, and everyone is welcome to join us!

Car Hike: Boyd Conservation Park, Vaughan

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Boyd Conservation Park, Islington Avenue, Vaughan, ON free parking at the entrance of the park,

There are different public transit routes to this parking lot please check transit maps/google map

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), Variable
Distance: 14-15 km

Description

Explore the trails that wind through the beautiful  valley at Boyd Conservation Area and the William Grainger Greenway. We will have lunch/snack in shelter with seated area. Please bring  hiking poles,  proper clothing for the season,  hiking shoes/boots and lots of water. Distance 14-17 km. Difficulty Level:2 (Moderate)

Kolopore Trails

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: 8.5

Description

We hike from the North Parking Lot at Grey Rd 2 into a hardwood forest with great views of the Escarpment

Laura Secord 2 of 2

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at DeCew House Heritage Park. Carpool to Woodend Conservation Area and hike back to DeCew House. Upon completion, badges can be purchased. $10 for members, $15 for non-members.

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

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15kms

Description

This hike includes some road walking along Glendale Ave in St Catharines.  We’ll walk along the old Welland Canal before walking over the bridge over the current Welland Canal.

Dufferin Delights - Kilgorie to the Boyne Valley - CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): End of Centre Road south of 5 Sideroad. About 2 kms directly south of Whitfield. BTC Map 20, km. 17.6.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections, Strenuous
Distance: 16.2 kms

Description

Join us on the second of our three hikes to explore the Dufferin Section.  We climb one of the longest ascents on the entire Bruce Trail – the world famous Kilgorie Hill.  Not for the faint of heart.  Then come the interminable ups and downs of the Boyne Valley.  Tough but highly rewarding.  Please dress for the weather – that may include snow and ice.  Pack your icers, a snack, a lunch, a warm drink, some water and a smile.  Hiking boots mandatory.  Poles recommended.  Please bring a change of footwear and a garbage bag for the shuttle.  Please be prepared to drive other hikers too for the shuttle.  Please arrive at 9:00 am to be ready to shuttle at 9:15.

Dundas Valley Loop

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Iroquoia Section, Map 8. Dundas Valley Conservation Area Parking Lot P3. Take DVCA Trail Centre Entrance off Governors Road, near km 51.8.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17 kms

Description

Join us on a lovely loop hike in the Dundas Valley. We take in part of the Bruce Trail and several DVCA trails.  Waterfalls like Sherman, Canterbury, and Cascade.  Please bring icers, a warm drink, water, a snack for “elevensies”, lunch, hiking boots, poles and lots of smiles.  Entrance fee to DVCA in effect at gate.  Consider buying a Hamilton Conservation Area annual pass. It’s well worth it.  Please arrive at 9:15 to be ready to hike at 9:30.

Car Hike; Mono Cliffs

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Mono Cliffs Provincial Park, Map 19

Hike Leader(s): Al Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 8-10 km

Description

We will complete a loop hike through the Mono Cliffs Provincial Park on the main and side trails.

After the hike those interested may join me for refreshments in the area at a place TBA.

To get to the meeting location drive north on Hwy 10 past Orangeville to County Road 8 (Mono Centre Road). Turn right and go about 5 km to Mono Centre. The parking area is on your right behind a tennis court that you will see as you approach the village (200 meters south).

Friendship Trail (City View Park to Grindstone Creek Loop)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at City View Park parking lot (South Entrance), Burlington. Located just south of Hwy #5 off of Kerns Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 10km +

Description

This 10.5 km hike will follow the main BT along the edge of the escarpment for great views of the Skyway bridge , Lake Ontario and surrounding area. We will continue to the outskirts of Waterdown and down into/out of the Grindstone Creek via the McNally and Waterdown Rd Side trails and main BT. Please dress in layers and bring water, a snack and lunch (optional). Icers may be necessary.

Expect baked goods 🙂

Woodford - looping north & south

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): Ian Mills 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 sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 5 km

Description

We will start our hike at Woodford and head north along the Woodford Escarpment Side Trail returning via Main Trail. Then for those who are interested we can hike along the Crevice Spring Side Trail returning via Main Trail. This will be a leisurely hike open to all levels. Depending upon weather conditions I will email all is icers or shoe shoes are required. BTC Map # 30.