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- 13July 13, 2024
New Badge! Niagara E2E Hike #3
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/new-badge-niagara-e2e-hike-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Decew House Parking lot ( Map 3) N 43.107568 W79.249598
Carpool back to Louth Conservation AreaHike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 21.5Description
This is the longest hike in the series . Be sure to bring snacks and enough water and electrolytes. Poles are recommended. Be prepared for the weather.Car Hike: Rouge National Park Scarborough
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-rouge-national-park-scarborough-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Location (Google Maps): Rouge Park, Zoo Road Parking Lot, off Meadowvale Road north of Sheppard Ave
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 14-17 kmDescription
Will explore Toronto part of Rouge park along Rouge river and Little Rouge Creek,Some 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 them.
Bus Hike: Caledon E2E Hike #4 of 5
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bus-hike-caledon-e2e-hike-4-of-5/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:00
Departure Point: Kipling Departure PointOptional Items
Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): 5 Sideroad, MonoHike Leader(s): Sajedeh Zahraei; Celia Ho Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 15.7 KmDescription
Maps 18, km 44.3 – km 60.1 (15.8 km)
Starting Point: Parking Area – Mono 5 Sideroad – km 44.3 (on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses) (43.974055°N 79.984988°W)
Drop-out Point: Roadside Parking – km 53.9 (on 4th Line EHS at the entrance to the Peter Beecham Side Trail) (43.976327°N 80.026621°W)
End Point: Hockley Road Parking Area – km 60.1 (located on the north side of Hockley Rd at the Hockley Road Side Trail) (43.972857°N 80.056330°W)
8:30am Niagara Shores Park Beachcoming Hike
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):Corner of Niven Road and Lakeshore Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Park along Old Lakeshore Road.
Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5-6kmDescription
Explore a lakeshore park, shoreline and cliff top trail in Niagara-on-the-Lake. This beachcombing hike involves uneven ground, clambouring over fallen trees, a pebbly beach, sandy, wet and exposed areas. Hat, sunscreen and poles are highly recommended. Please note: This is not a maintained trail and some areas may have overhanging grass and shrubs.
Bus Hike: Hike & Winery Tour and Tasting - Niagara Section - Balls Falls/Louth Conservation Areas
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bus-hike-hike-winery-tour-and-tasting-niagara-section-balls-falls-louth-conservation-areas/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: Kipling Departure PointOptional Items
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Niagara Section- Balls Fall, Louth and Rockway Conservation AreasHike Leader(s): Ross Estrella, Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Rocky, Variable
Distance: 10 kmsDescription
We’ll hike the main trail for 10 km from Balls Falls Conservation Area to Rockway Conservation Area at a moderate pace (3.5 km/hour) while enjoying the beauty of the Niagara Escarpment (Hike4Heath-Hike4Fun). Don’t forget to bring snacks, a lunch, and sufficient water for hydration. Also bring sunscreen, sun protection, a full brimmed hat, and insect repellent in the event that we’re welcomed by friendly mosquitoes. Sturdy comfortable hiking boots/shoes and poles are highly recommended. Dress according to the expected weather conditions as per the weather forecast. There will be no dropouts. From the finish of our hike the bus will take us to Pillitteri Estates Winery where we’ll experience and enjoy a private structured wine tasting and tour hosted by one or more of the knowledgeable and friendly staff. The cost of the tasting and tour experience is $16.95 ($15.00 + HST) per person with four wines selected by the host. Please bring the fee for the tour/tasting in exact cash as it will be collected on the bus to simplify the payment to the winery estate upon our arrival. You may purchase a bottle of your favorite vino and souvenirs, if offered. If interested in attending this hike please register early (by July 7th) so the number of people expected in our group can be provided to the winery a few days in advance. Your cooperation would be appreciated.Pine River
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/pine-river-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7 kmDescription
We will drive to Kilgorie in the Dufferin Hi-Land section and park the cars at km 34.9 on Centre Road. From here, we will hike a figure eight loop utilizing the white blazed trail, the new Pine River Valley Side Trail and the Kilgorie Side Trail. This hike boasts a wonderful view from the Bell Tower Side Trail, ruins of an old powerhouse, the stunning Pine River, lake views, ponds, and more! The ruins of the old powerhouse along the Pine River are almost all that remain of the Dufferin Light and Power Company. Nearby is the old flume that brought water from a dam, which was constructed in 1909 and was the largest of its kind in Ontario. The plant provided power until 1923. Bring a snack or lunch and water.
Summer Fen Series: Oliphant Fen & Petrel Point
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Hosting Club: Sydenham, Peninsula
Category: Botany Hike
Location (Google Maps): Oliphant Fen – by North Entrance to Lorraine Brown BoardwalkHike Leader(s): Jeannine Kralt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing.
Distance: 3kmDescription
Join the Sydenham and Peninsula Bruce Trail Clubs for a hike series focusing on fens. Fens are unique coastal wetlands occurring along the escarpment, meadow marshes that have conditions that are favourable for a variety of interesting species including orchids.This easy hiking series will begin at Oliphant Fen, with a participant carpool to Petrel Point, returning to Oliphant thereafter. Observations count towards the PBTC Orchid Badge.
Come to one of the hikes or several to see how the fens change through the seasons. Carpooling encouraged – contact the hike leader if you are in need of a ride (no guarantees, but attempts will be made to help coordinate). Please plan to arrive 15 minutes in advance of the hike start time.
Please contact Jeannine, the hike leader, if you have any questions or concerns (link on this page).
- 14July 14, 2024
Caledon North
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot at the Mono Centre Park at 9:45 amHike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 kmsDescription
Starting at the top of the Caledon Hills section in the village of Mono Centre, we will hike the main trail and around the Turnbull and Springwater Side Trails and back. Bring bug spray, water and a snack as needed.Heartland Forest Junior hike
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/heartland-forest-junior-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps): Heartland ForestHike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 1kDescription
Join us for a fun stroll through the forest as we search for turtles, dragonflies and butterflies. Finish the walk with a stop at the playground.This hike is aimed at ages 2 to 10. Adults to accompany children and registration is to be completed for all attending. The trail is accessible for all to enjoy.
We will meet in front of the Nature Centre. Please bring bug spray, sunscreen, hats and water.
- 15July 15, 2024No events
- 16July 16, 2024
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-45/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hikeBring Poles, Sunscreen, bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather
Niagara E2E #1- New Badge
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-e2e-1-new-badge/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Park in Woodend Conservation, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.5kmDescription
Earn the new E2E badge by completing the Niagara Section of the Bruce Trail in 5 hikes. This series will run each Tuesday morning for 5 consecutive weeks. If you are unable to attend all the hikes you can keep a log and complete the missed hikes at another time. You will still be able to earn the badge once all the sections are complete. Badges will be available for purchase at the end of the 5th hike. $10 for members, $15 for non members.This is a carpool hike. Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can arrange carpooling. Driving is voluntary but we encourage all hikers to take their turn to help out. Bring water and a snack. The hikes go rain or shine. Poles, weather appropriate clothing, sturdy hiking shoes and bug spray are recommended.
We will carpool to Queenston Heights (paid parking) and hike back to the cars at Woodend Conservation.
9:15 Short hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills
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Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kmsDescription
Hike the main and side trails in Shorthills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray. Please help prevent the spread of invasive species by cleaning your boots following the hike. Please check yourself for ticks following the hike.Scotsdale Farm to Silver Creek Loop
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-to-silver-creek-loop-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Main Parking area at Scotsdale Farm near the main houseHike Leader(s): Jennie Greenfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11.5 kmDescription
We will hike the Bennett Heritage Trail, Main Trail, Maureen Smith and Irwin Quarry Side Trails from Scotsdale Farm to Silver Creek Conservation Area and back. The hike will start on the farm lane heading past the heritage buildings and barn at Scotsdale Farm. Most of the hike will be in the forest, at times following the edge of the escarpment with a few ups and downs and rocky sections.There will be stops for water breaks along the way and a longer snack / lunch break later in the hike. Bring plenty of water, lunch, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Hiking boots required, poles recommended. Please dress appropriately for weather conditions.
True Bugs, Arthropods and the Food Web
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/true-bugs-arthropods-and-the-food-web/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Nature Walks
Location (Google Maps): Riverside Woods Nature Reserve. Meet at Bruce Trail parking lot, 1st Line EHS (N 43.959916, W 80.070494) between 5 Sideroad and Hockley Road.Hike Leader(s): Jim Chaput Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: approximately 3.3 kmDescription
From our meeting point, we will begin our exploration of the insects and arthropods that inhabit the Riverside Woods Nature Reserve following the Goodyear Memorial ST down towards Rushing River ST where we’ll highlight the importance of aquatic invertebrates to the food web and how they act as critical bioindicators for environmental health. As we ascend back up to the Goodyear ST, we’ll pass through forests and meadows and loop back via the Upland ST where a variety of important arthropod habitats exist. By then you will have learned what a true bug is and how they differ from other insects! Mosquito repellent and/or mosquito net is recommended even though we want to find and see as many other insects as possible.