Hike Schedule

McCluskey’s Rock

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): Myra Campbell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8.5 km

Description

We will start the hike at km 35.0 on The Blue Mountains-Euphrasia townline. The hike meanders through some fields, follows Fox Ridge Rd for a short distance to 39.3. The trail then ascends & descends some lovely, scenic, very rocky sections of the escarpment. We follow the escarpment edge with great views over the Beaver Valley, ending at 43.5 on Sideroad 7B. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

Dundurn Park and Princess Point

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Dundurn Park, York Rd, Hamilton (near Dundurn Castle)

Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8k (approximate)

Description

Meet at Dundurn Park parking lot, part of  lot farthest from Dundurn Castle. We will walk toward Princess Point via stairs, then a bit of trails there. Some flat trail and some easy hills. Good views. Dress in layers adequate for weather, wear hiking boots, bring water and snack. Up to day before hike contact by email.

9:30 Niagara Glen (Gorge)

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Niagara Glen Nature Centre, Niagara River Parkway, Niagara Falls, ON

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

Pace: Fast, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

Meet at metal stairs leading to the gorge and hike the river trail returning to metal stairs.
Bring water, sun screen and bug spray.
paid parking lot

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - McCluskey's Rock

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park on the shoulder of Sideroad 7B, at the bend in the road near the Old Baldy parking lot, km 43.5, Map 25, Edition 31

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 5 km

Description

This hike is primarily a there-and-back hike. We will be starting near the iconic Old Baldy. The Trail takes us along the edge of the Escarpment with a number of views across the Valley. We will walk on the main Trail as far as McCluskey’s Rock. After experiencing being “between a rock and a hard place”, we will return on the main Trail and then take the Ken Young side Trail back.

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.