Hike Schedule

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.

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

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Huntington park and walk  along  German Mill Creek,

It is winter time and trail is hilly bring proper clothing, ,hiking boots ,and ice cleats.

9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

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

9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

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

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, 3039 King St., Jordan Station

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate

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 website for details. https://niagarabrucetrail.club/badges/