Hike Schedule

10:00 Decew to Morningstar Mill

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Decew house West of Merritt Road.

Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km

Description

Exploring Sydenham hikes 10 & 11

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: 4 km

Description

We will carpool to do a loop hike of 2 trails. This will be hikes 10 & 11 in the book Exploring Sydenham. There will be one secret to find. If you do not have a book and would like one ($30) let me know by using the “Contact hike leader” link.

Limehouse Loop Hike

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

Limehouse Parking Lot

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15 km

Description

 

Starting at the Limehouse Parking Lot, the hike will follow the main trail, the Canada Goose Side Trail, the Ridge Side Trail and the Todd Bardes Meadowland Side Trail to form at 15 km loop.  There will be regular breaks, including a lunch stop along the way.  Bring snacks, a lunch and plenty of water.  Insect repellent is recommended. Please arrive at 8:15 am as we will depart promptly at 8:30 am.

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, Sunscreen, bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather

Mono Centre North & South Loop Hike

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Take Hwy 10 north of Orangeville about 4-5 km to Camilla, aka the Mono Centre Road, turn east and continue on this road until you reach Mono Centre. Start at Mono Community Centre parking Lot, west of km 72.2, 200 m south of Mono Centre.

Hike Leader(s): Jim Garrow Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: Approx. 8 km

Description

Hike will start at Mono Community Centre on the main Bruce Trail south to the Turnbull, Springwater, and Whitetail Refuge Side Trails, then north on 3rd Line a short distance to South Outlier Loop Side Trail returning to Mono Community Centre on the main Bruce Trail. Bring  water and snacks. No dogs please.

Bibbulmun Friendship Trail

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-Lynn 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: 7 km

Description

This is one of our Friendship trails running along BTC trails and other conserved land north of Boyne Valley Provincial Park. We will park at km 29.4 on 1st Line E in the Dufferin Hi-Land section. The 7 km figure eight hike will follow the white blazed trail to km 25.4, looping back to the parking lot via the Oliver Creek Side Trail and the Moss Haven Side Trail. Bring a lunch or snack and water. *The Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia stretches 1,000 km from Kalamunda in the Perth Hills to the historic town of Albany on the south coast.

9:15 Enjoy the Flora around The Falls

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Dufferin Islands parking lot, off Burning Springs Hill, Niagara Falls. Note: a parking fee applies, as part of the Niagara Falls Parkway parking system.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-8 kms

Description

Experience the flora in the Dufferin Islands Nature Area, Oakes Garden Theatre and in between along the Niagara Parkway. With luck the roses will be in full bloom in the Victoria Parks’ garden.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Around Eugenia CANCELLED due to rain

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the end of North Street in Eugenia. Km 56.1, map 26, Edition 31. Park on the south side of the street facing east.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 5.8 km

Description

This hike route quickly enters a wooded area on Valley slope. There will be plenty of up-and-down walking until we reach Eugenia Falls Conservation Area. This is a scenic section of Trail, walking along the side of the Beaver River, crossing the river and walking along more riverside. There are old structures still in place that show some of the early history of development in the area. Hikers will see a good view of the high Eugenia Falls. This hike is a there-and-back route.

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.