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- 03November 3, 2024
Caledon Hills Vintage Badge & 60 For the 60th End-to-End Series
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/caledon-hills-vintage-badge-60-for-the-60th-end-to-end-series/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates:
2024-11-03, 2024-11-17, 2024-11-24, 2024-12-08Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at km 15.9, designated roadside parking along the southwest shoulder of Willoughby Road near Escarpment Sideroad intersection, 43.831244, -79.980588.
Directions: From ON-10 turn west onto Escarpment Side Rd. Proceed for 1.5 km to roadside parking.Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green, Lana Hubbard, and Lily Li 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: 16 kilometresDescription
Here is an end of the year opportunity to complete the Caledon Hills section in 4 hikes for the vintage E2E and the 60 for the 60th badges. Hike distances range from 16 km – 20 km. Bring snacks and beverages. Sturdy footwear is required. Badges will be available for purchase.
Peninsula Blue Series: Sinkhole Side Trail
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Category: Peninsula Blue Series
Location (Google Maps):Little Cove parking
Hike Leader(s): Saabir Sohrab Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Difficult
Distance: ~13kmDescription
This is an in and out hike. We will meet at the Little Cove parking and hike south on the main trail to Driftwood Cove. Along the way, we will explore the Sink hole side trail and also enjoy gorgeous views of the Georgian bay.Our lunch stop will be at the Driftwood Cove beach before hiking back to the Little Cove parking.
Bring water, snacks, and lunch, and most importantly, dress for the weather.
Scotsdale Farm
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-trafalgar-day-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): First parking lot in a grass field on the right as you enter from Trafalgar Road just north of Silver Creek. The address for Scotsdale Farm is 13807 Trafalgar Road, Georgetown. About .5 km northeast of km 29.7, BTC Map 13.Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 17 kmsDescription
Join us on a 17 km loop hike of the many Side Trails of Scotsdale Farm. There will be the traces of a railway from Toronto to Guelph hidden in the bush. There will be a pit, a reservoir, a quarry, three streams, and perhaps a salamander or two. The area is carpeted with leaves and some Fall colours remain too. Please bring a warm drink, water, a snack, a smile and an appreciation of nature. Boardwalks and bridges will be slippery. Extra caution required. Hiking boots mandatory. Please dress in layers for the weather. Please don’t forget to change your clocks to “Fall Back”.
Silver Creek and Walking Fern
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/silver-creek-and-walking-fern-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on Fallbrook Trail at 9:15 amHike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9 kmsDescription
Meeting roadside on Fallbrook Trail at Silver Creek Conservation Area, we will hike the Irwin Quarry Side Trail to the main trail and to Tenth Line. We will then hike in and back on the Walking Fern Side Trail. A challenging trail for footwork but is well worth it. Then it’s back up the main trail to the Roberts Side Trail to the cars. This hike has some crazy rocky spots and a few hilly bits. Come with water and a snack. Hike is dependent on weather conditions.Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm
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Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm, Map 13Hike Leader(s): Al Brown 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: 10 kmDescription
We will complete a loop hike on the main and side trails across variable terrain that includes farmlands and forest. Trail conditions will reflect the season and weather conditions and could be a bit muddy. This hike is an easy level 2.After the hike those interested will meet for refreshments in Georgetown at the Sheppard’s Crook.
To get to the meeting point from Mississauga, go west on the 401 to Trafalgar Road. North on Trafalgar past Georgetown. Turn left onto Hwy 7 and continue north about 4 km to Silver Creek. Turn right at the stoplight and continue north on Trafalgar about 2 km to the entrance of Scotsdale Farm. The parking area is about half a km from the entrance.
- 04November 4, 2024
Stained Glass Butternut Badge End to End in 8 Fundraiser
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/stained-glass-butternut-badge-end-to-end-in-8-fundraiser/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-11-04 at 08:00
2024-11-05 at
2024-11-06 at
2024-11-12 at
2024-11-13 at
2024-11-18 at
2024-11-19 at
2024-11-20 atHosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): We are hiking Southbound from Hilton Falls to Grimsby.Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 122/8 hikes – Daily distance will depend on available parkingDescription
Please Note: Refunds are not allowed for this hike. Proceeds will go to supporting the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club in maintaining the trail infrastructure and in turn supports the mission of the Bruce Trail Conservancy, which is: “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.”Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing. This section has it all and conditions are sometimes due to weather.
Distance: The Iroquoia section of trail is 122km which will be split into 8 hikes. Each hike’s distance will be dependent on available parking. The first day’s distance is about 19.5km. A schedule with all distances will be provided to all participants prior to the start.
Please arrive at the meeting spot at least 15min prior to 8am on each day.Description
This is a special series of 8 hikes to complete the entire Iroquoia section of the Bruce Trail over 2-3 days each week, during the week, over 3 weeks. There is an accomplishment badge, included in the registration fee – which was designed by Joe Borges and features the butternut tree. Please note, normally this badge is offered in 10 hikes, where you can miss up to 3 and make those hikes up on your own. For this series, we are combining two of those hikes with the distance, so you can only miss one of the hikes and make it up on your own.
For this E2E in 8, we will be following the main trail southbound starting in Milton and finishing in Grimsby where the celebration often concludes with a special treat. Please note, you are signing up for the entire series of eight hikes as a Group Hike. The Iroquoia series is geared to experienced hikers with the expectation of a 3 -4km/hr pace maintained over the entire daily distance. Please contact the Hike Leader if you only need a portion of this section.
Hikers will be expected to wear proper hiking footwear and layered clothing. Sufficient snacks, water, hiking poles, and wet weather gear (if necessary) are recommended. Please always include a First Aid Kit in your backpack.
A maximum of 1 of the 8 hikes can be self-completed as a result of scheduling challenges, but it is intended that this badge be earned while hiking as part of a group led by the hike leader. Car shuttles are shared amongst the hikers.
Points of interest, plant id, photo ops, guidance, hike organization and choice of the butternut badge or the new red fox badge, are all included in the fee.
If anyone has any questions, please direct them through the contact on this page.
Please note there are no refunds!
Iroquoia E2E Series 1 of 8
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Location (Google Maps): Meeting Place: Roadside Parking MacDui Drive, we will car shuffle to the start of the hike.
Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15.8Description
Join us for this series of 8 hikes to complete the Iroquoia Section of the Bruce Trail. Register for all 8 hikes (to be entitled to the badge) or only the ones you are available for. Car shuffle and other hike details will be emailed to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike. Bring plenty of water and a snack. Wear appropriate clothing for conditions. Hiking boots are mandatory and hiking poles are suggested. Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am to shuffle to our starting point.Bayview Escarpment Nature Reserve Side Trails & Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bayview-escarpment-nature-reserve-coffin-ridge-boutique-winery/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Hike & Picnic
Location (Google Maps): HD for those coming from Owen Sound OR Bayview Escarpment Nature Reserve(Km 52.7, Map 30, Ed 31) to drive directly to the hike.Hike Leader(s): Sheri Hatcher Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Approx 12 kmDescription
For those wanting to carpool, we will meet at 8:30 a.m in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound. We will shuttle to km 52.7 (Map 30; Edition 31) were we will begin our hike at 9:00.We will hike the main trail clockwise and explore the 3 side trails within the Nature Reserve (Bayview Escarpment, Kaboom and River Kwai). We will hike through mixed hardwood forest, deep crevices and high cliffs. Following the hike there will be an optional opportunity to visit Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery were we can enjoy a snack while appreciating the views overlooking the vineyard and Georgian Bay.
Men's Hike; Black Creek Provincial Park
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Location (Google Maps): Black Creek Provincial Park, Lion’s Head
Hike Leader(s): Owen Glendon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: ~3-3 1/2 kmDescription
Meet at the Lion’s Head Legion located on Hwy 6 (6 Hellyer’s Rd) by 1030 am. Join us for coffee anytime between 9:00 a.m.and 10:30 a.m. We will take the 10 minute drive from here to the Park on the Lake Huron shore for an easy in/out hike. The hike will include a short sandy beach section, trail through mixed forest and some rocky beach.Dress warmly as we will be next to open water. Bring water and snacks as the hike will run until about 12:30. Hiking footwear is suggested.
- 05November 5, 2024
Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
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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 boxHike 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 kmDescription
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)9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-4/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hikeBring Poles, Icers, snack, and dress for the weather
9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd
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Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Rd entrance, Short Hills Provincial ParkHike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kmsDescription
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, and sunscreen.Caledon Hills Section in Six Hikes
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Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 am at Mono 5 Sideroad parking, km 45.4, where the trail crosses. Shuttle to start at Hockley Rd.Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong and Doris Harper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 61.1 – 45.4 + 0.250 from parking = 16 km totalDescription
This is the re-scheduled second hike in the series and takes us through the Hockley Valley Resort, pine plantations, hills and valleys.Please be prepared to help with shuttling hikers at the beginning and at the end of the hike. Bring water and snacks. There will be a break. No dogs please.
Participants who complete all 6 hikes with the co-leaders, Doris Harper and Elizabeth Ganong, will be eligible to purchase the 60th Anniversary End to End badge and the 60 for the 60th Anniversary badge from the hike leaders at the end of the 6th hike. Hike one, a few, or all 6 hikes. Join any hike, complete the rest on your own, and record the hikes in a log. Check the CHBTC website for submission details.
Please note: This hike was originally posted for September 24th.
Tuesday Hikes 20 Year Anniversary End-to-End - Hike 8
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Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):Dufferin Hi-Land Map 21, Km 46.7. Meet at roadside parking on Centre Rd, about 1 km south of Dufferin Rd 21.
Hike Leader(s): Inge Eckerich;Les Babbage;Julie Daley;Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 4.8 km; Drop out at Km 45.3 can be arranged (3.6 km) Note: A recent trail reroute has shortened the distance from what is shown in Edition 31Description
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 8 takes us through woods and open fields north, then east to Centre Rd parking. We will car shuttle from Centre Rd back to Prince of Wales and 20 Sideroad parking.
Bring water and snacks.
Mono Cliffs, Map 19
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Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Mono Community Centre Parking, just south of Mono Centre.
Driving direction: From Highway 410 go north, continue on Highway 10, pass through Orangeville, continue to Mono Centre Rd. (8), turn right, road will merge with 2nd Line EHS north, parking on the right just before Mono Centre.Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13 kmDescription
Will hike the main Bruce Trail, South Outlier, Walter Tovell, McCarston’s Lake and Lookout Side Trails.
Bring water, snack, bug spray and sun protection. Poles recommended.Re-scheduled: 60 for the 60th Anniversary Badge Hike Series - #9 of 10
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/re-scheduled-60-for-the-60th-anniversary-badge-hike-series-9-of-10/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): 7th Line parking area located off 7th Line, immediately east of Airport Rd.; km 43.3, Map 18.Hike Leader(s): Joyce Redford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 kmDescription
Join Joyce and Louise on this 2 hour, 6 km hike which is the 9th in the series of hikes for the new “60 for the 60th Anniversary” badge. We will hike south towards Hwy 9 and back. Hike one, a few, or all 10 hikes. Join any hike and make up the rest on your own as long as a record is kept of their hikes to submit on completion to obtain their badge. Participants who complete all 10 hikes will be eligible to purchase the “60 for the 60th” badge.
Bring poles, and hydration. - 06November 6, 2024
Caledon Hills E2E (with some km's in Toronto Section)
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This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-11-06 at 07:30
2024-11-12 at 07:30
2024-11-13 at 07:30
2024-11-18 at 07:30Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): BT Parking on east side of 5th Line EHS , south of Hockley Rd. (Capacity 10)Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 20.6 kmDescription
This is the sixth 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.
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.
Walter's Falls: Hike and Lunch
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/walters-falls-hike-and-lunch/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot of Walter’s Falls Inn
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 3.5kmDescription
Walter’s Falls Inn is a popular dining place! We’ll walk from Walter’s Falls through cedars along Walter’s Creek. After hiking on the Walter’s Falls Side Trail, we’ll take in part of the Main Trail and then loop back on the Side Trail. We’ll see historic features of the old saw mill. Hike participants can come for just the hike or do the hike and be part of the lunch group. A group reservation will need to be made in advance.COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- 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/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- 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. - Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- 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.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/evening-hike-in-owen-sound-followed-by-an-opportunity-for-refreshments-10/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the West side of First Avenue East between 7th St East and 8th St East in Owen Sound.Hike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon 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 icy and slippery sections.
Distance: Approx 5 kmDescription
Join us for a brisk evening walk exploring paths and neighbourhoods of Owen Sound, followed by an opportunity for refreshments. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7:00 pm. Please bring icers if there are icy conditions. - Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.