Hike Schedule
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- 02August 2, 2024
9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-some-yoga-20/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): Veteran’s Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King St.
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 kmDescription
Enjoy the benefits of pausing for a yoga practice as we tour through the trails, parkland and Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake. No mat required. Movement will focus on a flow of standing poses designed especially for hikers. Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL. - 03August 3, 2024
Car Hike: Erindale Park Mississauga
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-erindale-park-mississauga-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Erindale Park, Dundas Street West,
park in parking lotHike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17 kmDescription
We will hike Credit River North,and will see nice views of Credit River .
Bus Hike: Hiking, swimming, and attending the annual Kempenfest in Barrie
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/bus-hike-hiking-swimming-and-attending-the-annual-kempenfest-in-barrie/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: York Mills Bus PickupOptional Items
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Centennial Park – Oro-Medonte Trail (Barrie)Hike Leader(s): Edmond Brown; Marijo Roy Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12 kmDescription
Please join us on Saturday, August 3rd, for a wonderful day of hiking, swimming, and attending the annual Kempenfest, one of North America’s largest outdoor arts, crafts, and music festivals! We will hike along the Oro-Medonte Trail and onto Barrie, where you’ll have time to visit the annual Kemperfest, featuring over 400 vendors, one-of-a-kind arts and crafts, antiques, and food vendors. You may also choose to swim at Centennial Beach, sightseeing in Barrie’s downtown area, or enjoy a drink at one of the patios overlooking Barrie’s beautiful waterfront. Sign up today!https://kempenfest.com/festival/
Hockley Valley Challenge
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/hockley-valley-challenge/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: General
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Valley Nature Preserve, Map 18. To reach the meeting point, drive north on Hwy 10 from Orangeville and turn right onto Hockley Road. Continue approximately 5 km east until you see the parking area on your left, directly across the road from the Black Birch restaurant.Hike Leader(s): Dylan “Lana” Hubbard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 18 kmDescription
Ready for a serious workout and some scenic sweat? Join us at Hockley Valley, one of the hilliest sections of the Bruce Trail and the crown jewel of the Caledon Hills BTC. This hike will be at a brisk pace, so please honestly assess your hiking abilities, this one is a killer. Come prepared with at least two liters of water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunscreen, electrolytes, and hiking poles if you use them. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear, and beware of the tick population this year – they’re having a boom! I highly recommend dressing like a fashionable mummy with a light long-sleeve shirt and pants.This is also a loop hike – no shuttling required!
Please note that this is a 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly hike. Everyone is welcome. And after we’ve conquered the hills, feel free to join me at the Black Birch restaurant for some well-deserved refreshments!
9:00 Allanburg Bridge, an In and Out hike along the Welland Canal
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-allanburg-bridge-an-in-and-out-hike-along-the-welland-canal/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Parking Lot is on the west side of the canal at Allandburg BridgeHike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3-4 kmDescription
Join us for a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Welland Canal. Dress for the weather and bring a drink and sunscreen.Craigleith Community Centre
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/craigleith-community-centre/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): David Little Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5 kmDescription
We will follow the Georgian Trail past former Railway Station to the Nippising Ridge Trail and return. This is an easy hike with lots of opportunities to recall the history of Craigleith.
9:15 Summer 2024 BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #2 of 4: Richard Pierpoint and The Coloured Corps
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/915-notl-black-history-series-2-of-4-richard-pierpoint-and-the-coloured-corps-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 kmDescription
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has a significant and nation-shifting Black history. Voices from the past will tell their stories, enriching hikers’ understanding of how they shaped this town and nation.Watch a short video by Historica Canada about Richard Pierpoint’s life by opening the link below.
https://youtu.be/UQyPXOHvwEc?si=2ZPGIHDrybxv11f
*Please be prepared for the sun as this hike is largely in the open (e.g., sunscreen, head covering and hydration).
** This hike counts towards the Black History badge. Three hikes from the series are required.
PLEASE NOTE: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are open to all and offered in a spirit of mutual leaning and inclusion.
- 04August 4, 2024
Exploring Sydenham hike 9
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/exploring-sydenham-hike-9/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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: 3 kmDescription
We will carpool to do a loop hike of one of the Woodford trails. This will be hike 9 in the book Exploring Sydenham. There will be a secret to find. If you do not yet have the book I will have some for sale at $30 (cash or e-transfer). This hike was originally scheduled as the 2nd part of Sun 23 Jun 2024, - 05August 5, 2024
Toronto E2E (shuttle)
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/toronto-e2e-shuttle/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-08-05 at 08:30
2024-08-12 at 08:30
2024-08-19 at 08:30Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Fourth Line (where the trail crosses) (Bruce Trail Ref. Guide km 17.4)
Shuttle to Hilton Falls (paid parking)Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 17.6 kmDescription
You are signing up for 3 hikes. Please arrive at the meeting point ready to shuttle by 8:30.We will shuttle south and hike north. Everyone will need to shuttle; have your vehicle ready to take 4 people if possible.
Come prepared for… Hiking! You must wear hiking shoes/boots. Consider bringing hiking poles for uneven terrain.
Heat: At least 2L of water; a sun hat.
Rain: A raincoat/poncho and a love of the outdoors, no matter the weather.
Bugs: Bug spray or a bug hat/shirt.
Poison Ivy: Long sleeves; long pants.
An appetite: Bring a snack; we’ll take a short break along the way.
Although I have hiked the full Bruce Trail a few times, this is my first official hike series as a leader, so, Welcome! 🙂
5 Aug. 17.6 km
Meet at Fourth Line (where the trail crosses) (guide 17.4)
43.615163, -79.975157Shuttle to Hilton Falls (paid parking)
43.505705, -79.96158912 Aug. 16.9 km
Meet at
8th Line & 27 Sideroad (Guide approx. km 34.3)
43.686276, -79.975578Shuttle to:
Fourth Line (where the trail crosses)
43.615163, -79.97515719 Aug (total 16 km)
1. 2.5 km
Meet at:
Boston Mills Road (Guide 48 km)
43.750866, -79.951452Modified shuttle to Creditview Road
43.767739, -79.9429292. 13.5 km
Shuttle to:
8th Line & 27 Sideroad (Guide approx. km 34.3)
43.686276, -79.975578
Loop Hikes #1 - Boyne Valley Provincial Park
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/loop-hikes-1-boyne-valley-provincial-park/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Boyne Valley Provincial Park – parking lot on Prince of Wales Drive 80 metres south of Prince of Wales Side TrailHike 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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 13 kmDescription
We will hike BT side trails and the main trail for 13K loop. This hike will feature some steep climbs and more moderate terrain. We will meet at the parking lot on Prince of Wales Drive just south of the Prince of Wales Side Trail. Bring plenty of water and a snack. Please arrive by 8:15 am as we will eave promptly at 8:30 am.