Hike Schedule

Iroquoia Odyssey #3 - Jolly Cut to Dundas Valley

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.

Sunday Social Hike - Snowshoe out and back on rail trail

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.

9:00 Welland Canals Hike #4 New Badge

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Port Dalhousie Public Parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7 km

Description

This is the 4th hike in the Welland Canals Badge Series.  It will acquaint you with the entry point of 3 of the 4 Welland Canals. Please refer to the Badge section of  NBTC website for photo requirements and additional interesting information about the canals.  If completed 4 hikes, then bring $10 for badge.

9:00 am Side Trail Challenge #2 – Alfred’s Trot, Upper Canada Trail (at York Road), Major Teyoninhokarawen/John Norton

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Park at Queenston Heights parking near the washrooms. The main parking lot by the cairn is closed for winter.

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

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7.6km

Description

Take the main trail until it meets Major Tetoninhokarawen/John Norton ST. Take side trail until it meets Upper Canada ST. Take it until it meets the
main trail. Go left on the main trail, up the switchback and along Main Trail until it meets Alfred’s Trot ST. Take the side trail until it, once again meets the Main trail. Take the Main trail back to the cairn. Photos: Major T Side Trail sign, rock wall and kiln on Upper Canada ST, Alfred’s Trot ST sign

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

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 Long Hike CHANGE LOCATION ROCKWAY

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Rockway Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10km

Description

Change in location due to muddy trails Register for each hike

Bring Poles water, snack, Icers and dress for the weather

Glen Haffy

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the parking lot on 5 Sideroad. Map 18 km 45.4. Take Airport Rd north. Cross Hwy 9 and in 4 km turn right on 5 Sideroad. Drive 400 meters to parking on left. BTC Maps 17 and 18.

Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat, Hilly
Distance: 11 km

Description

We will hike south on the Main Trail to the Glen Haffy Side Trail then follow the side trail to Townline Rd. Return by the same route for a total of 11 km.

We will cover 6.8 km of trails in Caledon Section that can be counted toward the “60 for 60th Anniversary” badge.

Glen Haffy Conservation Area

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

Caledon Hills Section, Map 17. Meet at roadside parking on Coolihans Sideroad at Glen Haffy Rd (Km 35.2).

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections, Moderate
Distance: 6.1 km; Shorter hike: 4 km

Description

We will hike north through Glen Haffy Conservation Area on the Main Trail, returning by way of several Park trails. The shorter hike will take a shorter loop back on Park trails. Bring water and snacks. Snowshoes and/or icers may be required.

Woodford-Crevice Spring Side 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): Frank Huggins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

We will carpool to and park at the Woodford Community Centre off Hwy.
26 in the Sydenham section. This in/out hike will proceed south for an hour on the white
blazed trail, then back north along the side trail. Bring a snack and water.

Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area in Milton - out and back

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area in Milton, at 7200 Appleby Line, just north of Derry Road

Hike Leader(s): Susan Glofcheskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 – 11 kms

Description

This is an out and back hike.  Parking fee applies (unless you have a Halton Parks pass, a great value) and you must reserve from 9:15 am to 1:30 pm.

Hike leader: Susan Glofcheskie: email: glofcheskies@rogers.com. Cell 416-576-3163.  Please use email prior to the hike and cell on the day of the hike.

Wear appropriate quick-dry clothing and hiking boots.  Bring sunscreen, insect repellant (summer), icers (winter), snacks, hiking poles, a personal first aid kit and 1 – 2 litres of water.  For personalized driving directions, click on the hike in the BTC hike calendar, then on (Google Maps) to the right of the word Location, and your smartphone should navigate you to the correct location.  Please arrive by 9:15, as we will be leaving promptly at 9:30.  If you are unable to attend, please email me as soon as possible in advance of the hike, or text me if it is < 2 hours before the hike.

Winter Wednesday Walkers - North from North Street

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the end of North St. in Eugenia, on the shoulder, on the south side, turn cars to face east, . (North St. is directly north of The Top O’ The Rock store.) km 56.1, 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’ll be hiking along the escarpment through forest to the Beaver Valley landmark “The Penstocks” and then returning to our cars.  Some great views to be had!  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.

Evening Hike followed by Refreshments in Owen Sound

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the west side of 1st Ave. E between 7th St. E and 8th St. E 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 km

Description

Join us for a winter evening hike exploring trails and neighbourhoods in Owen Sound followed by an opportunity for refreshments. Please bring icers in case of icy conditions. There is no need to arrive by 6:45 pm, but this hike will leave at 7:00 pm. For further information please contact Hike Leader Harriet Nixon at 519-373-6598 or harrietnixon@bmts.com