Hike Schedule

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series A Hike #3 Richardson Side Trail to Rush Cove

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Rush Cove Parking Lot
Capacity: 10
Coordinates: 44.958806, -81.143985

Hike Leader(s): Margaret O’Dell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Difficult
Distance: 29.7 Km

Description

Hike #3 of 6 Richardson Side Trail To Rush Cove

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series
Complete 162.4 km section from Wiarton to Tobermory in 6 hikes.

• You must sign up for EACH hike individually. The series is spread-out over 2 weeks, and 3 weekends. You are not automatically accepted into either series as a whole.
• This hike series is intended for experienced distance hikers only. Hikers must demonstrate recent experience completing hikes exceeding 25 km over difficult terrain and at a brisk pace;
• If a hiker is unable to keep pace with the group, or finds the distance too challenging, their future hike registrations may be canceled by the hike leader.
• Be very aware of your ability to join this series.
• Hikes will average 4.5 km per hour including breaks, moving pace is 5 km per hour;
• Expect to be on-trail for 7 – 9 hours;
• Meeting time is scheduled for 7:00am; arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to the meeting time;
• Hikers must carry sufficient hydration, accessible snacks, lunch, first-aid kit, rain gear, extra socks, and possibly protective boot covers (i.e. bags);
• Hikers will be expected to participate in shuttling hikers to the start and to drive shuttlers back to their car. Responsibility will be shared equally;
• Any applicable parking fees will be shared within the group.

Car Hike: Ganaraska Pine Ridge 0-21Km

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Pine Ridge Ganaraska trail

Hike Leader(s): Lindita Kalo Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 21

Description

Pine Ridge is a section of Ganaraska Trail. This is a long distance hike, we going to hike within 4-5km per hour on the flat section and 3-4km per hour on variable terrain. We meet at 44°03’50.6″N 78°23’10.3″W drive to 43°56’56.0″N 78°17’38.9″W Hiking South to North. An e-mail will be send to register hikers with my phone for easy contact.

Car Hike: Bethesda Trail Richmond Hill

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Bethesda Trail Head Parking on Bethesda Sideroad off Bayview Avenue, across from Lake Wilcox. This parking lot is free.

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

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 14-17 km

Description

Join us to explore Jefferson Forest and Bond lake and thousands of trillium flowers

Please bring  hiking poles,  proper closing and shoes and lots of water,

Please carefully read  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

Car Hike: Sydenham E2E 7/8

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Km 129.6, Dawson Road Side Trail. Coordinates N 44.704859,W 80.974322 map 34.

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Challenging, Variable
Distance: 18.77 km

Description

The 7th hike of the Sydenham E2E, we will carpool to km 148.0

and walk back. Icers May be needed. Bring 2 litres of water. We will follow all Covid 19 instructions. Please arrive at 8:15 so the shuttle can leave by 8:30. Everyone is expected to participate in the shuttle over the 8 days hike duration. Expected pace is 4- 4.5 k per hour.

Creemore - Mingay Loop

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): Michael Treuman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

This 204 acre property features majestic, mature sugar maple trees and a
meandering cold water stream. This lush Niagara Escarpment forest is home to a
variety of rare and at risk species. The sounds of hairy and pileated woodpeckers echo
through the trees. We will creatively combine Mingay, Maple Leaf and Trout trails to
complete a loop-de-loop. Bring a snack and water.

Car Hike: Spring Flowers Hike, Hockley Valley

Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Valley Nature Preserve, Map 18

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

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Challenging
Distance: 14 km

Description

We will hike 14 km through the Nature Preserve, one of the most challenging (hilliest) parts of the Bruce Trail. A great aerobic outing plus we should see lots of spring flowers along the way. After the hike I invite those interested to stop at the Hockley Valley Resort for refreshments.

To get to the meeting point drive north of Hwy 10 from Orangeville to Hockley Road. Turn right and go about 5 km east to the parking area on your left. It is across the road from the Black Birch restaurant.

Urban Walk: Theatre Hike - Humber River/Swansea

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at 3 PM at the bus Route #79 stop at south east corner of Scarlett Road and Eglinton West.

Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 9-10 km

Description

Join us for a leisurely hike (3 km/hour) on the Humber River trail and through Swansea. There are 3 steep stair cases on the route through Swansea. Suitable for beginners and families. We will follow the Humber River Trail to Old Mill and then hike parts of Swansea to Runnymede & Bloor. Optional dropout at Old Mill Subway Station. After the hike you may choose to join us for dinner at 6:00 PM at either at Ali Baba Mediterranean Cuisine or at a nearby pub as you prefer.
We will attend the play at 8:00 PM at the Village Players, 2190E Bloor Street West to see the play “The Book Of Will” by Lauren Gunderson .

Call the theatre directly at 416 767 7702 to reserve  your ticket ($29.00 adults and seniors) and mention that you are with the Bruce Trail Conservancy, Toronto Club.

Anyone may choose to come for the hike only,  join us for the theatre performance, or join us for all three: Hike, dinner and play.
Parking on side streets off of Bloor street west. A paid parking lot is available behind the theatre building (and adjacent to the subway station) at 2190 Bloor Street West

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series A Hike #4 Richardson Side Trail to Dyers Bay

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Dyers Bay Community Parking
Capacity: 50
Coordinates: 45.162328, -81.340377

Hike Leader(s): Margaret O’Dell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Difficult
Distance: 26 Km

Description

Hike #4 of 6 Richardson Side Trail to Dyers Bay

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series
Complete 162.4 km section from Wiarton to Tobermory in 6 hikes.

• You must sign up for EACH hike individually. The series is spread-out over 2 weeks, and 3 weekends. You are not automatically accepted into either series as a whole.
• This hike series is intended for experienced distance hikers only. Hikers must demonstrate recent experience completing hikes exceeding 25 km over difficult terrain and at a brisk pace;
• If a hiker is unable to keep pace with the group, or finds the distance too challenging, their future hike registrations may be canceled by the hike leader.
• Be very aware of your ability to join this series.
• Hikes will average 4.5 km per hour including breaks, moving pace is 5 km per hour;
• Expect to be on-trail for 7 – 9 hours;
• Meeting time is scheduled for 7:00am; arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to the meeting time;
• Hikers must carry sufficient hydration, accessible snacks, lunch, first-aid kit, rain gear, extra socks, and possibly protective boot covers (i.e. bags);
• Hikers will be expected to participate in shuttling hikers to the start and to drive shuttlers back to their car. Responsibility will be shared equally;
• Any applicable parking fees will be shared within the group.

Car Hike: Sydenham E2E 8/8

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Km 171.6 BlueWater park, Wiarton. Coordinates N 44.742514,W 81.135140 map 35.

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Challenging, Variable
Distance: 23.43 km

Description

8th hike of 8, badge day. We will carpool to km 148.0 and hike back. Icers May be needed. Bring 2litres of water. We will follow all Covid 19 instructions. Congratulations for finishing the Sydenham, the longest section of the Bruce Trail. Please arrive at 8:15 so the shuttle can leave by 8:30. Everyone is expected to participate in the shuttle during the 8 days hike duration. Expected pace is 4- 4.5 km per hour.

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Niagara Gorge, American side

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Whirlpool State Park, Niagara Scenic Pkwy, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, United States

Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 8 km

Description

Let’s explore the Niagara gorge from the American side.  Proper documentation needed to cross into the United States.  I will arrange a car pool from St Catharines Glendale Carpool lot at 9:00am if there is an interested.

Hiking 101April 28, May 5, May 26, 2024

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Register
Location (Google Maps): April 28: Kinsmen Park, Frost Rd, Beamsville
May 5: Louth Conservation Area
May 26: Queenston Heights

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5-6 km

Description

Hiking 101 is an introductory course for novice hikers, members and non-members alike.  If you want some guidance on where to begin, what to wear, and what to take along, this is the course for you. The course is 3  Sunday afternoon sessions with a combination of workshop/Q& A followed by short hikes along the trail.  Dress in weather appropriate clothing and wear good walking shoes.

Time:  1 pm – 3pm

Meeting locations:  Sunday, April 28- Kinsmen Park, Kinsmen Rd & Frost Rd., Beamsville   N 43.146108  W 79.475609

Sunday, May 5 – Louth Conservation Area, parking lot off of Staff Avenue, Louth, 500 m north of Pelham Rd (Regional Road 69)  N 43.121706  W 79.351235

Sunday May 26 – Queenston Height Park, near the Bruce Trail Cairn  N 43.157826  W 79.052045

Registration is Members $30, Non-Members $40.  Upon completing the three sessions, you will receive a FREE tube scarf ($15 value)

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series B Hike #4 Richardson Side Trail to Dyers Bay

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps):

Dyers Bay Community Parking
Capacity: 50
Coordinates: 45.162328, -81.340377

Hike Leader(s): Margaret O’Dell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Difficult
Distance: 26 Km

Description

Hike #4 of 6 Richardson Side Trail to Dyers Bay

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series
Complete 162.4 km section from Wiarton to Tobermory in 6 hikes.

• You must sign up for EACH hike individually. The series is spread-out over 2 weeks, and 3 weekends. You are not automatically accepted into either series as a whole.
• This hike series is intended for experienced distance hikers only. Hikers must demonstrate recent experience completing hikes exceeding 25 km over difficult terrain and at a brisk pace;
• If a hiker is unable to keep pace with the group, or finds the distance too challenging, their future hike registrations may be canceled by the hike leader.
• Be very aware of your ability to join this series.
• Hikes will average 4.5 km per hour including breaks, moving pace is 5 km per hour;
• Expect to be on-trail for 7 – 9 hours;
• Meeting time is scheduled for 7:00am; arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to the meeting time;
• Hikers must carry sufficient hydration, accessible snacks, lunch, first-aid kit, rain gear, extra socks, and possibly protective boot covers (i.e. bags);
• Hikers will be expected to participate in shuttling hikers to the start and to drive shuttlers back to their car. Responsibility will be shared equally;
• Any applicable parking fees will be shared within the group.

Urban Walk: Valley View and Maple view Parks 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 2 blocks south of highway 7,parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

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

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

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek,

9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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, and dress for the weather

9:15 Short Hike - Rotary Park

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, 376 Regional Rd 69, St. Catharines

Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

Hike around Twelve Mile Creek. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Scotsdale Farm and Indigenous Village, Forest Bathing

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Toronto Section, Map 13.  Meet at Scotsdale Farm parking lot off of Trafalgar Rd (north of Km 29.8)

Hike Leader(s): Janice McClelland;Les Babbage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Long Hike: 8 km, Short Hike:  5.8 km

Description

April/30/ 2024, 9:30 am – 1:00 pm  –

We will quietly hike the Bennet Heritage Trail, crossing Snows Creek pond and then Owl Creek, close to the site of the an Indigenous (Attiwonderonk) village from 1550-80.  We will share info about the village.  Our hike follows Owl Creek with a scenic break spot.  Long hike will return via the Maureen Smith Side Trail and then the Main Trail – the short hike will return directly to the parking lot via the Bennet Side Trail.  Please bring water and a lunch.

60 for the 60th Anniversary Badge Hike Series - #3 of 10

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Parking area north of km 51.8, Map 18, on the east side of the 5th Line EHS, just south of Hockley Rd. on the BTC’s Hemlock Ridges Nature Reserve.

Hike Leader(s): Joyce Redford 416-988-8753 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Join Joyce, Louise, and Marilyn on this 2 hour, 6 km hike which is the 3rd in the series of hikes for the new “60 for the 60th Anniversary” badge. We will hike southeast toward Airport Rd. and back. Hike one, a few, or all 10 hikes. Join any hike and make up the rest on your own as long as a record is kept of their hikes to submit on completion to obtain their badge. Participants who complete all 10 hikes will be eligible to purchase the “60 for the 60th” badge.
Bring poles, and hydration.