Hike Schedule

Iroquoia Odyssey #4 - Dundas Valley to Waterdown

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking where the main trail crosses Snake Road in Waterdown. km 67.8 BTC Map 9.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 17.5 kms

Description

Join us on the fouth of seven shuttle hikes to complete the Iroquoia Section.  We will climb up and out of the Dundas Valley then along the brow with great views of Dundas and Cootes Paradise until we journey below Highway 6 to arrive at Waterdown.  Lots of ups and downs and yes, 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).  Please be prepared to contribute to the cost of parking in the Dundas Valley CA.

Car Hike: Mono Cliffs

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

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

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 8 Km

Description

This will be a loop winter hike through the Park starting at the Mono Community Centre. The terrain is variable and mostly flat. The hike will take approximately 3 hours and may be shortened depending on weather. After the hike those interested are invited to stop for refreshments in the area.

Bring snow shoes if you have them and icers.

To get to the meeting point drive north on Hwy 10 past Orangeville to County Road 8 (at Camilla). Turn right and take the Road 8 into Mono Centre. The parking area is just before the Community Centre on your right. Parking is free.

11:00 am Gerry Berkhout Trail in Fenwick

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Centennial Park on Church St in Fenwick. Park in first parking lot. After the hike we can go to the Grill on Canboro for refreshments. This is a flat walk, minimal if any mud. Bring water and dress for the weather.

Hike Leader(s): Evelyne Mitchell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7-8kms

Description

This will be an in/out hike.  We’ll walk for an hour and then turn around. The terrain is flat (this was an old railway line) and in most sections will be dry.

Kemble Wetlands

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Owen Sound Galaxy Theatre parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.

Hike Leader(s): Danuta Valleau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 4 km

Description

We will carpool to the intersection of Taylor Side Road and Coles Side Road.  From there we hike Don Richards Side Trail, Kemble Wetland Side Trail, and Main Trail sections to loop back to our starting point.  On this hike there are escarpment features, mixed forest, wetlands and regenerating pastureland.  If you are unable to register, please call or text the hike leader at 519-378-5630.

9:00 am Side Trail Challenge #7 – Rockway, Louth, Staff, Midway, Lower Falls

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): (Google Maps): Park at Rockway Conservation Area Parking Lot

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

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 11.5kms

Description

Take Rockway ST to the end.
Hike back to where it meets the Main Trail @ km 47.9
Take Main Trail until it meets Lower Falls Side trail. Take Lower Falls Side Trail until it meets main trail again then continue up Midway Side Trail until it meets the Main trail again. Take Main trail up the hill until it meets Staff Ave Side Trail. Take Staff Ave Side Trail out and back. Then take Louth Side trail until it meets Main Trail at km 51.2. Turn right and follow Main trail back to Rockway.

This is a make up hike for the side trail badge.

9:00 CHANGE LOCATION Long Hike Rockway

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Rockway

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver 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 water, snack, Icers and dress for the weather

Humber Valley Heritage Trail

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at roadside parking on the northwest side of Castllederg Rd. at the Humber River bridge, midway between the Gore Rd and Highway 50.
For carpooling meet at Party City (4th Ave. and Hwy10 in Orangeville) at 8:30 am.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: Long hike 6 km Short hike 3 km

Description

We will hike north for about 3 km and return to the parked cars. The short hike will turn back after 1.5 km.

Bring snacks, water, and icers. Hiking poles are recommended. If the snow is deep, snowshoes will be required.

Optional refreshment stop in Bolton after the hike.

Dundas Valley Conservation Area - Waterfalls, History and Valentines

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area – meet in the parking area north of km 46.6 on Artaban Rd. within Dundas Valley Conservation Area,180 m north of Lions Club Rd. Iroquoia Section , Map 8 of the BTC Guide 30th. edition

Hike Leader(s): 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
Distance: 12 km

Description

February is Black History month. Within the Conservation Area there are historic ruins and buildings to visit and stories to remember.

There are waterfalls we can hike to, and Valentine treats to share.

Meet at 9:45 AM in the parking area on Artaban Rd. as described above. There is a per car parking fee, so ride share if you can.

The hike is about 12 km in length and will take about 4 hours. We will walk the trails to the waterfalls, visit the historic sites and have lunch in the wild, or the visitors centre, dependent on the weather.

Dress for the weather, poles and icers recommended as the trails may be slippery. Bring lunch, snacks, beverage of choice.

Transcarioca Friendship Trail

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register in person the morning of hike.
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Allison Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5km

Description

We will drive to km 14.1 on 9/10 Sideroad and park the cars. We will hike north to the picnic table and retrace our steps back to the cars. The trail passes through forest and field and follows several rocky crevices. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

Winter Wednesday Walkers - Hogg's Falls Side & Main Trails

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Hogg’s Falls parking lot, km 65.2, Map 26, Edition 31

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Approx. 6 km

Description

We will hike both the Uplands Meadow and Upper Beaver Valley Side Trails plus sections of the main trail and view Hogg’s Falls in its winter glory.  On winter hikes we may encounter bare ground, light snow, deep snow, or ice.  Please bring snowshoes and icers to our Winter Wednesday Walkers outings.  Wear appropriate clothing for the weather plus water and a snack.

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.

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.

Good Companions - Shell Park and Bronte Trails

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Shell Park, Lakeshore Road, Bronte (parking lot closest to Lakeshore Road) See map below

Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 7.5 km

Description

We will hike through Shell Park and trails in Bronte to Bronte Creek and Bronte Harbour, returning via the lake and pioneer cemetery. Bring icers, water and a snack.   Please arrive a few minutes before the start time,  I will be leaving on time.  If you are unable to come and cancel after 4:00 pm on the day before the hike, please let me know by email that evening (tedbossence@sympatico.ca) or by text the next morning (905 334-8752).

In case of rain or blizzard conditions I will cancel, so please check your email the evening before the hike.