Hike Schedule

Beamsville Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Meet in parking lot at Kinsmen Park, Beamsville

Hike Leader(s): Kathleen Manson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km

Description

We will head east and visit Cave Springs CA and return.

It is mostly level with some hills and a lot of tricky footing.

Hiking poles are highly recommended.  Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.  There are a lot of rocks and crevices.  Icers will be required if it is icy, they are not very helpful in just snow.

Please arrive 15 minutes early.

If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other members may take your spot.

Hike Leader reserves the right to modify the hike.

Photography Hike in the Bognor Marsh

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Photography Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bognor Marsh Conservation Area on Grey Road 18

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

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., There might be icy and slippery sections., There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 5.1 km

Description

Let’s find beauty in the space between the autumn and beginning of snow season! We will look for lovely things to photograph in the marsh and forest. Bring your iPhone, android or DSLR cameras. We won’t have enough time to set up tripods, unless you happen to be an expert at doing that in a timely manner. There may be muddy sections, and if the ground happens to freeze, icers may be needed. This is a loop hike and there is lots of parking at the marsh.

9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 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 - Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance

Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park.  Bring hiking boots and water.  Keep a pair of icers in your car in case of icy conditions.

Halton Regional Forest

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Parking at: 10 Side Road and 4th Line Nassagaweya (trail entrance to Halton Regional Forest).
From Highway 401 West, turn right (north) on Guelph Line, right on 10 Side Rd. The road bends northwards and becomes 4th Line Nassagaweya; roadside parking at the bend.

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: 12 km

Description

Will hike trails in Halton Regional Forest and Hilton Falls Conservation Area; beautiful trails are relatively flat with some rocky parts. Snack break at Hilton Falls, possibly around fire pit.
Bring water, snack and a warm drink of your choice. Dress according to weather, poles are recommended.
Hike leader cell phone: 416-566-0503 (note that reception in hiking area is usually poor, leave a message to callback)
During winter, check your email before leaving about 7:30 am for any last minute update due to weather conditions.

Duncan to Metcalfe Crevice Loop

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail parking at km 33.3 on 9th Sideroad in the Beaver Valley section, Map 25, Edition 31
*DO NOT APPROACH FROM THE EAST*
Map 25 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

This is a loop hike that will follow the white blazed trail past Pinnacle Rock to the Metcalfe Crevice where you will have the choice of exploring the rocky gorge or taking a short rest. Once we are all back together we will continue on to the Chuck & Pat Grant side trail. This trail will loop us 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.

Island Lake Loop

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

Island Lake Conservation Area. Meet at Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail Parking at south end of Hurontario Street, about 1 km south of 5 Sideroad, Mono. You can access 5 Sideroad from Hockley Rd, about 1 km east of Hwy 10, where Hockley Road bends to the north. Hurontario is the first turn on the right after the gravel pit.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 8.5 km; Shorter hike: 4 km

Description

We will hike the Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail loop. The shorter hike will turn back after about 2 km. Optional coffee/lunch stop at the Centre Church Cafe and Gallery on Hansen Blvd, just east of Blind Line, in Orangeville. Dress for the weather and bring icers and poles if we have an early snowfall or icy conditions.

CANCELLED: West Rocks and Pottawatomi Conservation followed by an opportunity for a Christmas Pot Luck

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Hike & Potluck
Location (Google Maps):

Memorial Forest. At the end of Young’s Drive

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: Approximately 8 km

Description

We will meet at km 105.8 and car shuttle to km 100.7. We will hike the main trail along the West Rocks and Springmount Forest, crossover Hwy 21 and head to Jones Falls. We will then take the Merle Gunby Side Trail loop to the main trail. This  hike ends with a steep descent back to the parking lot.  We will gather for a pot luck lunch following the hike. I will provide hot soup and drinks. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.  Please contact me through the built in Contact the Hike Leader option if you have any questions or unable to register.

Queenston side trails

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Corner of Concession 2 and York Road, Queenston, Laura Secord Heritage Trail on Google Maps

Hike Leader(s): Erin Lyttle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will park at Concession 2 and York road in gravel roadside parking with concrete barriers, if necessary there’s more parking across Concession 2.  We will head south on the Major Teyoninhokarawen/John Norton Side Trail  up the escarpment (poles and boots/trail shoes recommended, especially if there’s mud) and then head east on the main Bruce Trail to Queenston Heights Park.  We will take Alfred’s Trot side trail back to the main trail, head down the escarpment (again, very steep-boots/good traction shoes and poles recommended) and then head back to our cars on Upper Canada Heritage Trail.  Great opportunity for those looking to check these three side trails off their side trail badge requirement. Along the way we will see barracks ruins, lime kiln ruins and maybe even a cave.

Wednesday Walkers: Pretty River

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Snowmobile Parking Lot on Pretty River Road. Near Km 46.8, Edition 31 The Bruce Trail Reference.

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: 6 kms

Description

We’re hiking in the popular Pretty Valley Provincial Park. Using an access Side Trail, we’ll head to the Main Trail that travels along a moraine with excellent views over the Pretty River Valley. Our return will use the Pretty River Side Trail.

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)

9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring NEW LOCATION

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10k

Description

From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather

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
Distance: 7 km

Description

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