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February 1, 2024
9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
9:00 AM-11:30 AM
02/01/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-55/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather
9:15 Short Hike, Jordan Hollow
9:15 AM-10:45 AM
02/01/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-jordan-hollow-94/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, Jordan Station
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms
Description

Hike the main and side trails around Jordan and Ball’s Falls. Bring hiking boots, water and icers. This hike qualifies for the Winter hiking badge. See the website for details. https://niagarabrucetrail.club/badges/
Rattlesnake Point Loop
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
02/01/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/rattlesnake-point-loop-6/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area, 7200 Appleby Line
Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 9 km.
Description

Join in this hike which will have us hiking along the escarpment and down into Nassagaweya Canyon. We will get great views across the canyon to Crawford Lake CA and from in the canyon we will see the escarpment above us. Expect some poor footing with the possibility of snow and ice. Bring water, a snack, icers and poles if using. If you cancel the morning of the hike please text me at 905 617 3937. You will need to make a reservation with Rattlesnake Point CA.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com
02
February 2, 2024
9:00 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES – #1 of 4: Chloe Cooley and Beginning of the End of Black Enslavement in Upper Canada
9:00 AM-10:30 AM
02/02/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-notl-black-history-series-1-of-4-chloe-cooley-and-beginning-of-the-end-of-black-enslavement-in-upper-canada/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, Park on King St (at Centre) just outside the park
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km
Description

Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Check out this link for a brief overview of this topic by the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum.
Wear extra warm clothing given that we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your poles and/or micro spikes when the terrain is icy.
Please note: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are open to all and offered in a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.
9:15 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #1 of 4: Chloe Cooley and the Beginning of the End of Black Enslavement in Upper Canada
9:15 AM-10:45 AM
02/02/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/915-notl-black-history-series-1-of-4-chloe-cooley-and-the-beginning-of-the-end-black-enslavement-in-upper-canada/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on Veteran’s Lane, past tennis courts
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km
Description

Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During all the hikes in this series, you will learn about Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Black history.
The link below will take you to a brief overview on this topic, by the Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Museum.
https://artsandculture.google.com/story/niagara-on-the-lake-s-black-history-niagara-historical-society-museum/-QXR3nRTdnmqJw?hl=en
**Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times.
**While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.
Please Note: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning, to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are opened to all and offered in a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.
9:30 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #1 of 4: Chloe Cooley and the Beginning of the End Black Enslavement in Upper Canada
9:30 AM-11:00 AM
02/02/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/930-notl-black-history-series-1-of-4-chloe-cooley-and-the-beginning-of-the-end-black-enslavement-in-upper-canada/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on Veteran’s Lane, past tennis courts
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km
Description

Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During all the hikes in this series, you will learn about Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Black history.
The link below will take you to a brief overview on this topic, by the Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Museum.
https://artsandculture.google.com/story/niagara-on-the-lake-s-black-history-niagara-historical-society-museum/-QXR3nRTdnmqJw?hl=en
**Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times.
**While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.
Please Note: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning, to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are opened to all and offered in a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.
03
February 3, 2024
CANCELLED Winter Coach Trip: Kawartha Nordic
8:00 AM-6:30 PM
02/03/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/winter-coach-trip-kawartha-nordic-2/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Kawartha Nordic
Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Duro Vukman, George Lennon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Description

Bus departs from 10 York Mills Rd at 8 AM. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. The bus waits for no one.
Join us for a fantastic day of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at Kawartha Nordic on the beautiful Canadian Shield. Bring some seeds and feed the chickadees. Snowshoers: Join Duro and George for a fun-filled guided snowshoe hike, or team up with some friends and explore the trails at your own pace. Skiers: Explore the forest on 46 km of trails groomed for classic and skate skiing. Keep your eyes peeled for deer. Classic ski and skate ski rentals available. Limited snowshoe rentals available so best to bring your own. If renting equipment, complete the rental form and bring it with you to the rental shop. Also, call ahead (705-931-5672) and the resort staff will have your rental package ready.
Coach fares must be paid online when you register. Trail fees will be collected in cash on the bus (please bring exact change; quarters, dimes and nickels will not be accepted). Masks are mandatory while on the bus.
This trip will run if there is enough snow to ski on. Hikers: It may not be clear ahead of time whether snowshoes, icers, or just boots will be the most appropriate footwear. Come prepared for anything. If the Club cancels this trip, your coach fare will be refunded.
Car Hike: Glasgow Village Whitchurch-Stouffville
8:30 AM-1:30 PM
02/03/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-glasgow-village-whitchurch-stouffville-8/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location (Google Maps): Glasgow Trail, Concession Road 2. Park in parking lot at the trail head
From Highway 404 turn right to Stouffville Rd, till to the end of road and turn left on York Durham line in About 1km turn right to Webb Rd. and turn right to Concession Road 2 ,you will see parking lot in 500 metres
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri , Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17KM
Description

Approximately 5-hour hike, mostly flat, in the Uxbridge area
It is wintertime, please bring your icers, hiking poles, warm layers of clothing, boots, and hot drinks.
Some safety procedures during the hike:
1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.
2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.
3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.
4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .
5-Hikers have to make sure they can see the persons behind and in front of them.
Dufferin Hi-Land Winter Badge Hike #3 of 4
9:30 AM-1:00 PM
02/03/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/dufferin-hi-land-winter-badge-hike-3-of-4-3/
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Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Dufferin Hi-Land, Map 21. Meet at roadside parking on Prince of Wales Rd, about 1 km south of County Rd 21, where the Main Trail turns east from the road (Km 46.1).
Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage;Helen Bailey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 7.2 km
Description

We will hike the Main Trail to Km 49.7 and back. The route features a large snowdrift at the top of Black Bank hill. Snowshoes will be required. Depending on conditions, icers may be required. Dress for winter conditions. Bring water, snacks and lunch. Hike leaders will contact all registered hikers a day or two before the hike to advise of trail conditions and any weather alerts.
Car Hike: York Region Forest - North Tract Hike - 13 KM
10:30 AM-2:30 PM
02/03/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-york-region-forest-north-tract-hike-13-km/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): 17054 ON-48, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 13KM
Description

Not sure how much snow is left out there but it is always nice to get some crispy fresh air in the winter forest. Very likely, the trails will be icy after the following predicted-to-be-zero-degree days and so icers would be required.
Meetup location: 17054 ON-48, Whitchurch-Stouffville, GPS (44.081711358420804, -79.31146662470654). Noted:
- Bring snack or light lunch, and beverage;
- Wear Waterproof hiking boots;
- Bring icers/crampons in case;
- Dress for weather.
- Trekking poles are recommended.
Urban Walk: Downtown Toronto PATH Network
10:30 AM-1:00 PM
02/03/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-downtown-toronto-path-network-2/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):
Union Station – Meet in the Great Hall off of Front Street by the information desk with the clock over it.
Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Distance: 5 km
Description

Join us for an exploration of Toronto’s underground PATH Network that connects office buildings, subway stations, shops, and sports and entertainment venues across downtown Toronto. While mostly outdoors we’ll venture outside briefly to see the “Labyrinth” in Trinity Square and City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square. Inside we’ll see the vault of the Bank of Toronto, artwork, and even a waterfall. After the walk we will end with lunch at Longo’s across from the Scotiabank Arena, a short walk back to Union Station. Note that some escalators are not powered on the weekend so expect some stair climbs.
Snowshoe Loop from 11th Line to Bayview Escarpment
1:30 PM
02/03/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/snowshoe-loop-bayview-escarpment/
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Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe 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): Maureen McFarland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 5 kms
Description

We will be snowshoeing on a trail that leads west from the roadside parking on 11th Line and climbs up the escarpment. The trail meets the main trail going north along the escarpment. We return by descending through a wide (and safe) crevice to make our way back to our cars. The trail offers great views from the top of the escarpment, as well lots of exercise climbing up and down the escarpment. Hiking poles will be helpful on this outing. Please note that this trail is a snowshoe only trail so if conditions do not permit snowshoeing, I will lead a hike at Bayview Escarpment. You will be informed by email whether we are snowshoeing or hiking. If you need more information or are unable to register, please call or text the leader at 647-918-4180.
04
February 4, 2024
CHBTC Frosty 5 and 60 for the 60th Anniversary Combo
9:00 AM-2:00 PM
02/04/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/chbtc-frosty-five-60th-anniversary-combo/
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Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at roadside parking on Coolihans Sideroad, east of where the Trail crosses the road. 43.937967, -79.934650
Directions: From ON-10 head east for 8.0 km. Turn left onto Airport Rd./Peel Regional Rd. 7 and drive for 2.0 km. Turn right onto Coolihans Side Rd. Parking is in 1.5 km.
Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green and Dan Revington 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: 12 kilometres
Description
Register individually for one, a few, or all of the Frosty 5 and 60 for the 60th Anniversary Badge Combo hikes. Participants who complete five hikes will be eligible to receive a CHBTC Winter badge and a 60th Anniversary badge. This hike explores MT and the Glen Haffy Side Trail. Bring your choice of hydration and snacks. Hiking boots and icers/crampons are required. Hikes in the series take place on select Wednesdays and Sundays. (Note: If you wish to purchase badges, the cost of each badge is $10.00 for BTC members and $15.00 for non-members.)
Iroquoia Odyssey #3 - Jolly Cut to Dundas Valley
9:00 AM-4:30 PM
02/04/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/iroquoia-odyssey-3-jolly-cut-to-dundas-valley/
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Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area. Enter from Governor’s Road, 3.5 km west of Main Street in Dundas.
Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 18 kms
Description

Join us on the third of seven shuttle hikes to complete the Iroquoia Section. We proceed west along the brow with great sights of the Hammer and its environs until we arrive in the Dundas Valley which we shall descend. Lots of waterfalls. Hiking boots, icers and poles essential. Please dress in layers for the weather. Mitts a good idea. Please bring a smile, warm drink, water, a snack and a lunch. Please meet at 8:45 am to be ready to shuttle at 9 am. Please bring a garbage bag and footwear to change into for the shuttle after the hike (it might be muddy). Parking fee applicable to enter the conservation area.
Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 3/8 - Long Branch
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
02/04/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-waterfront-trail-3-8-long-branch-2/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Etobicoke Waterfront Trail
Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 9 km
Description

Please join me at Kipling Station by 9:15 am. We will take the 123 bus departing 9:30 am, arriving 9:53 am. If you want to meet us at the Long Branch loop, be there by 9:53 am. We start hiking at 10:00 am.
We will hike to the lake and then east to Parklawn. There we can catch a bus to Old Mill Station or take the Lakeshore bus / streetcar. The estimated distance is 9 km. Here is an online map of our route – Long Branch to Parklawn
Bring a snack, at least 2 liters of water, and icers. Dress for cold weather.
Sunday Rambles at RBG (Princess Pt) - rescheduled
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
02/04/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/sunday-rambles-at-rbg-princess-pt/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Princess Point parking lot at the end of Macklin Street North in Hamilton. Macklin Street North is accessed either from Main Street West or King Street West, depending on which way you enter Hamilton. Please note that this is Royal Botanical Gardens property so you must use either an RBG parking pass or pay at the parking machines. Parking can be paid for by the hour.
Hike Leader(s): Colleen Mabalay Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6-7km
Description

Meet at 9:45am. You will need to pay for parking or use your RBG parking member pass. Bring water and snack. Dress according to weather conditions (icers).
Please text me at (905) 815-7100 on the evening before or morning of hike if you are unable to attend.
Hike and Art: Woodbine Subway Station to Leslieville via Ashbridge's Bay Park
10:30 AM-2:30 AM
02/04/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/hike-and-art-woodbine-subway-station-to-leslieville-via-ashbridges-bay-park/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Please meet in front of Woodbine Subway Station on Woodbine Avenue.
Hike Leader(s): Andrew Proczek Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 11 km
Description

We will hike to Woodbine Beach and Ashbridge’s Bay Park via a collection of parks and trails, including the little known Small’s Creek and Williamson Ravine. Our destination will be Leslie Grove Gallery, 1158 Queen Street East, in Leslieville where one of our finest new hike leaders, KJ Chong (Ke-Jia) will be exhibiting an artwork for the first time in an indoor gallery as part of a group show. For KJ the last few years have been a parallel journey between becoming a hike leader for TBTC and an artist and she very proficient at both. Please join me as we celebrate a talented and outstanding person among us. KJ will be on hand to greet us.
The Route:https://onthegomap.com/s/svqu40d2
Sunday Social Hike - Snowshoe out and back on rail trail
1:30 PM-3:30 PM
02/04/2024
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/sunday-social-hike-snowshoe-out-and-back-on-rail-trail/
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Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): The SNELs, 2888 3rd Ave. W., Owen Sound
Hike Leader(s): Bill Snel
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing.
Distance: 5 km
Description

We will snowshoe out on the Georgian Bluffs rail trail at a slight incline and then return. Depending on snow conditions and the amount of snowmobile traffic, conditions will vary. If unable to register or for information contact the hike leader at w.snel2@gmail.com or landline (519) 470-0584.