Hike Schedule

Peninsula in 6 Challenger Series A Hike #6 Halfway Dump to Peninsula Terminus

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Peninsula Terminus 45.236000, -81.594000
Street Parking available

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

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Difficult
Distance: 25.2 Km

Description

Hike #6 of 6 Halfway Log Dump to Peninsula Terminus

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.

Exploring Sydenham hike 3

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meet in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound.

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

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 5.1 km

Description

We will carpool to do a loop hike of the Bognor Marsh trails. This is hike 3 in the book Exploring Sydenham. It has a secret to be located.

NEW TIME 8:00 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 bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather

Beaver Valley to Rocklyn Creek

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): We’ll meet at the Bruce Trail parking on the South side of Grey Road 40, just East of Grey Rd 7. We will do a quick car shuttle to our starting point on Deviation Road.

Hike Leader(s): Fran Turner Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 14.5 km

Description

This is the perfect hike for those who seek a lesser travelled route and a longer hike.  We will hike through quiet forests and across creeks and waterfalls.  We should see lots of trilliums carpeting the forest floor.  There are numerous scenic lookouts from the escarpment cliffs.  The terrain is not steep but there are many uneven rocky spots.  Please bring a snack and lots of water.

9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd lot

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Duncan Caves/Metcalf Rock Loop

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

(Google Maps): Beaver Valley Section Map 25. We will meet at the SuperBurger parking lot (north-west corner of Hwy 89/Hwy 10 intersection) for carpooling at 8:30 am. Otherwise meet at the parking area at km 27.9, 100 meters south of where the Main Trail crosses the 10th Line on the east side for a 9:30 start.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Long Hike 10 km Short Hike 5 km

Description

We will hike through the Duncan Cave Provincial Nature Reserve and the Chuck Grant Side Trail/Main Trail Loop. The short hike will end at the parking area at km 33.3 and car shuttle back to Metcalfe Rock parking.

Bring lunch, water and snacks. Sunscreen, insect repellant and hiking poles are recommended.

CANCELLED - Split Rock Narrows plus Mono Cliffs

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): CANCELLED – Split Rock Narrows parking lot. Northeast of km 8.9 off of 2nd Line EHS at the beginning of the Splitrock Side Trail. From Hwy 10, turn east on 25 Sideroad then north on 2nd line EHS.

Hike Leader(s): Barbara Euler 416-578-1744 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 11 km

Description

Since Mono Cliffs is often very busy, we will start and end our hike outside the boundaries of the provincial park. There is a variety of terrain and viewpoints and we hope to see some spring wildflowers. Lunch at McCarston’s Lake.

Visitors and guests welcome.

Car Hike: Blue Mountain E2E 2/3

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto, Blue Mountains
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Map 22- Km 21.9, Nattawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area. Coordinates N 44.342784,W 80.210628

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

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly
Distance: 25 km

Description

Second hike in the Blue Mountain E2E series. This is the longest hike of the series. Beautiful, hilly and challenging. Please bring 2litres of water. Follow the Covid 19 protocols. Arrive 15 minutes early. The meeting place parking is a paid parking, everyone is expected to pay thief share of  the parking fees. We will shuttle to km 46.8 and hike back.

Lavender

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: 13 km

Description

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

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Loree Forest

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Paid parking on the shoulder of the 21st Side Road. Map 24, Edition 31 (Arrangements can be made in advance to shuttle to the trailhead.)

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Length of Hike: 6.5 kms

Description

We will take the access road into Loree Forest where we will then walk a loop. Most of the Trail is flat. There will be views of Nottawasaga Bay and a walk through a mature deciduous forest. Then we take the access road back to our parking area. A popular well-enjoyed route. 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.