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- 20September 20, 2024
Coach Trip: Sept 20 to 22 Saugeen Peninsula Hiking Weekend
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/coach-trip-sept-20-to-22-saugeen-peninsula-hiking-weekend/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Trip Information
Departure Time: 07:00
Return to City Time: 19:30
Departure Point: York Mills Bus PickupTrip Activities
Moderate group ($0.01)
Fast group ($0.01)
Optional ItemsHosting Club: Toronto, Peninsula
Category: Coach Trips
Location (Google Maps): Evergreen Resort, Red BayHike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Roland Mark, George Lennon and Tim Wainwright Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast, Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Rocky, Variable
Distance: Moderate group about 12 km, fast group 15 km +Description
Join us for three days of guided hiking on the beautiful Saugeen Peninsula. Spend your days on the Bruce Trail and your evenings at Evergreen Resort overlooking Lake Huron.We will explore the Skinner’s Bluff, Cape Crocker, Hope Bay, Barrow Bay, Lion’s Head, and/or Cape Chin areas. Hikes will be up to 15 km (dropouts will not be possible) with lots of awesome views. Expect some strenuous climbs, some challenging footing over boulders and crevasses, and some exposed sections. These hikes are not suitable for people who are afraid of heights. All fit, experienced hikers comfortable walking on this type or terrain are welcome. There will be a moderate group and a slightly faster group; both will do full day hikes with no dropouts. Please note: there will not be a sight seeing group or other activities for non-hikers.
Accommodation is in one-, two-, and three-bedroom cottages (linens, bedding, and towels provided). Each cottage has a full bathroom, fridge, and heater. The resort has a hot tub and a private beach perfect for viewing sunsets. Cost is $393.81 per person (includes all taxes and fees, gratuity extra). This includes two nights’ accommodation, two dinners, two breakfasts, and two boxed lunches.
Coach fare is $170 for members, $180 for non-members, and $90 for children.
Registration instructions:
Please reserve your cottage and your seat on the coach at the same time.
- Call Evergreen Resort at 519-534-1868 to book your cottage. You will need to find roommates/cottagemates. There are no single hotel rooms.
- To reserve your seat on the bus, register here starting on Sunday June 9 at 8 PM.
Cancellation policy: While we are hoping for sunshine, the trip cannot be cancelled due to weather. Coach fare is non-refundable.
Our coach will depart at 7 AM on Friday September 20. We plan to be back in Toronto between 7 and 8 PM on Sunday September 22. Departure locations: 10 York Mills Rd and HWY 400 and Major Mackenzie Park and Ride.
Loop Hike #5 - Rattlesnake Point - Kelso
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/loop-hike-5-rattlesnake-point-kelso/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Conservation Area – Reservations requiredHike 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: 16 KMDescription
Starting at Rattlesnake Conservation Area, we will follow the Rattlesnake Side Trail and the Main Trail to Kelso Conservation Area, make a loop via the Glen Eden Side Trail and return to the parking lot at Rattlesnake Point. Parking reservations are required, consult the Conservation Halton website for further information: https://www.conservationhalton.ca/parks/rattlesnake-point/. Bring plenty of water and a snack. Please arrive by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-60/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): Park on King St near Centre St (just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park), Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-7kmDescription
Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.
Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.
Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL
Margaret & Robin
Sydenham Series #8- Dawson Road to Kemble Mountain
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/sydenham-series-8-dawson-road-to-kemble-mountain/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): End of Concession 24 at Dodd’s Hill Side Trail. Just north of the Kemble Mountain Management Area. BTC Map 34, km 144.8.Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery Sections Likely, Slippery and Steep Sections, Moderate
Distance: 15.7 kms.Description
Join us on the eighth of our 10 Sydenham E2E Series shuttle hikes. Peaceful rural Ontario. Woods. Fantastic scenery and views. Might be a bear, snakes and possibly sandhill cranes. Beautifully quiet. Please bring a garbage bag and a change of footwear for the shuttle (we will be muddy) and please be prepared to drive fellow hikers before or after the hike. Please bring a smile, 3L of water, bug spray, a snack and a lunch. Hiking boots mandatory. Poles and gaiters recommended. Please arrive at 8:45 am to be prepared to shuttle at 9:00 am sharp.