Hike Schedule

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.

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series B Hike #5 Dyers Bay to Halfway Dump

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps):

Halfway Dump Side Trail via Emmett Lake Road
Fee by Park
Capacity: 50
Coordinates: 45.227342, -81.480393

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

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Difficult
Distance: 27.4 Km

Description

Hike #5 of 6 Dyers Bay to Halfway Log Dump

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.

Noisy River

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): Mary-Lynne Chenard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13 km

Description

We will park at Lavender Cemetery roadside parking about 0.5 km east of
Lavender Hill Road on Mulmur-Nottawasaga Townline. We begin hiking from the
cemetery over to the start of the Blue Mountains section, up to County Road 9 and
back. This hike offers a variety of terrain as we travel along crevices and through forest
and fields at times following alongside the Noisy River and a beautiful wetland. Bring a
snack or lunch and water.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Start at the Very Beginning (of BV)

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park at the end of Maple Lane at BV Km 0.0, Map 24, Edition 31

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Length of Hike: 5.0 km

Description

This hike will be a there-and-back walk. Views from the edge of the Escarpment will show Collingwood and Nottawasaga Bay. We’ll pass Craigleith Ski Club and head towards a deep valley but then it is time to return. Often, views look different when walking in the opposite direction, promising another chance to experience wide open views of the shores of Nottawasaga Bay. Please bring 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 in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): First Ave East parking lot between 8th St East and 7th St East. Owen Sound

Hike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing.

Description

Join us for an evening hike exploring Owen Sound paths and neighbourhoods, followed by an opportunity for refreshments. There is no need to arrive 15 minutes early, but this hike will start promptly at 7:00 pm.