Hike Schedule

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

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 3blocks south of highway 7 and 2 blocks north of John Street, parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek for approximate 7-8 km. Difficulty Level: 2 (Intermediate)

Caledon Hills Section in Six Hikes

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 am at Mono 5 Sideroad parking, km 45.4, where the trail crosses. Shuttle to start at Hockley Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 61.1 – 45.4 + 0.250 from parking = 16 km total

Description

CANCELLED: Due to illness, this hike has been cancelled for September 24th. It will be re-posted soon with a new date. Our apologies.

This is the second hike in the series and takes us through the Hockley Valley Resort, pine plantations, hills and valleys.

Please be prepared to help with shuttling hikers at the beginning and at the end of the hike. Bring water and snacks. There will be a break. No dogs please.

Participants who complete all 6 hikes with the co-leaders, Doris Harper and Elizabeth Ganong, will be eligible to purchase the 60th Anniversary End to End badge and the 60 for the 60th Anniversary badge from the hike leaders at the end of the 6th hike. Hike one, a few, or all 6 hikes. Join any hike, complete the rest on your own, and record the hikes in a log. Check the CHBTC website for submission details.

9:15 Short hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance

Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms

Description

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.

Tuesday Hikes 20 Year Anniversary End-to-End - Hike 2

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Dufferin Hi-Land Map 19, Km 12.2. Meet at roadside parking on 30 Sideroad Mono about 0.8 km east of Hurontario St.

Hike Leader(s): Inge Eckerich;Les Babbage;Tony Evangelista;Julie Daley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5.4 km; Drop out can be arranged at Km 8.9 for a 2.12 km hike.

Description

In 2004 a group of Dufferin Hi-Land BTC members began organizing Tuesday hikes. For their first venture, they hiked a 10 hike/10 week end-to-end series of the DH section. Join us as we recreate this series to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tuesday hiking and recognize the pioneers who started it all.

Hike 2 will take us from 1st Line EHS parking, where the trail leaves Mono Cliffs Provincial Park up 1st Line and through fields and woods to 30 Sideroad. We will car shuttle from 30 Sideroad to 1st Line parking, leaving a car on 1st Line where the trail leaves the road, if required.

Bring water, snacks and sun screen.

CANCELLED - 60 for the 60th Anniversary Badge Hike Series - #8 of 10

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on the 4th Line EHS at the entrance to the Peter Beecham Side Trail; km 54.9, Map 18.

Hike Leader(s): Marilyn Ross 416-895-8254 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Join Marilyn and Joyce on this 2 hour, 6 km hike which is the 8th in the series of hikes for the new “60 for the 60th Anniversary” badge. We will hike west to the 3rd Line EHS and include the Griffith Ravine Side Trail on the return.  Hike one, a few, or all 10 hikes. Join any hike and make up the rest on your own as long as a record is kept of their hikes to submit on completion to obtain their badge. Participants who complete all 10 hikes will be eligible to purchase the “60 for the 60th” badge.
Bring poles, and hydration.

Beaver Valley Stained Glass End to End (Sep25, Oct 15,16,21,22,23)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Beaver Valley
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): Corner of Sideroad 22C & 3rd Line C and hike 7.4km in Sydenham and 17.4km in BV. We will shuttle to ST Vincent-Sydenham Townline in Sydenham Section and hike back.

Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 23.9km

Description

This is the third section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and I are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.  There is another End to End hike series posted by Heather for those who want to hike and not receive this special Stained Glass badge.

We meet at 7:30 – hikers should arrive early and be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.

Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.

Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Beaver Valley E2E (modified; includes some km's in Sydenham & Blue Mountains)

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Beaver Valley
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking – km 99.9 (Map 27) at the corner of Sideroad 22C & 3rd Line C

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: 23.9 km

Description

This is the third section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and Steve White are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series.

This series includes hikes between 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes include km’s from Sydenham and Blue Mountains Clubs.
We meet at 7:30 – hikers should arrive before that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Steve for those who want to hike and donate to the Bruce Trail through the special Stained Glass hikes.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Beaver Valley Geology Badge Hike #6/8

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Annette Sandberg Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8.8

Description

Wodehouse Karst (Southern Route): Rock Outcrop in Bowles Gully at Stop 9 (Pages 98-100) At Bowles Gully two Escarpment rock layers – the Amabel Dolostone and the Manitoulin Dolostone – outcrop along the sides of the steep ski hill.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - New Siegerman Area Trail

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park on Sideroad 22C Km 99.9 Map 27 Edition 31

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 6 km

Description

Reroutes, for the better, happened in the area of the Siegerman property! We’ll walk on a road allowance to the newly designed Siegerman Main Trail. Lovely views of a stream here. We’ll walk uphill and then walk a loop using the Allan Side Trail. Then we return on the Main Trail to our parked vehicles.

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.

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill 40

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 3blocks south of highway 7 and 2 blocks north of John Street, parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek for approximately 7-8 km Difficulty Level 2: (Intermediate)

Hiking Around Jordan

Hosting Club:

Location (Google Maps): Shoarishon Park (formerly Jordan Hollow)

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate

Description

Hiking in and around Jordan, Jim Rainforth Trail and Balls Falls

Niagara End-to-End Hike 4 of 6

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at DeCew House Heritage Park, km 29.9 (Map 3), 500 m west of Merrittville Highway. Shuttle to start at Short Hills Provincial Park.

Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 42.3 – 29.9 + trail from parking = 12.7 km total

Description

This is the fourth hike in the series and involves Short Hills Provincial Park, Swayze Falls, Terrace Creek and Falls, Twelve Mile Creek, DeCew Falls, and Lake Moodie.

International Friendship Trail Official Opening at MNRCC (Cape Chin)

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Meet us inside the gate at Maple Cross Nature Reserve to hike the latest BTC International Friendship Trail! Join Jackie Randle and other International Trail Members for the official opening of the BTC’s second Friendship Trail in the Peninsula Club with the Southwest Coast Path. The Friendship Trail will cover the loop created by the Cape Chin Meadow Side Trail and the main trail at Cape Chin creating a loop of about 10km.

Hike Leader(s): Tamara Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6km

Description

From restored meadows, wetlands, hardwood and softwood forests including the spectacular views from Cape Chin and other escarpment views – this new Friendship Trail loop with the Southwest Coast Path in the UK. will have it all!

Truth and Reconciliation Orange Shirt Day hike at Island Lake

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Island Lake, Orangeville. Meet at parking spot P3. Park address is: 673067 Hurontario St., Orangeville, ON L9W 2Y9

Hike Leader(s): GG Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 km

Description

An easy-moderate-introductory level hike at Island Lake with Truth and Reconciliation Orange Shirt Day top of mind. We will hike the mostly flat main loop with scenic vistas, lake spanning bridges with opportunities for various wildlife viewing.

We will meet up with a warm up walk around the park’s tales on the trail which is currently featuring ‘Phyllis’s Orange Shirt’.  We will then head over to the main loop and end at the newly constructed Crane Gathering Space. I’ll share site specific brief points as we share the space in conversation. Building in extra time for conversation, hydration breaks etc. Hiking footwear and/or stable shoes (no sandals), poles, water, snack, appropriate clothing , bug spray, sunscreen. There are buggy spots and no shade trail areas. Bathrooms on site.

Note: this is a pay for entry/parking TRCA managed site (~$8), for information: https://cvc.ca/discover-our-parks/island-lake/

Meet up at 8:45 AM please with 9:00 AM sharp start in parking spot P3. Park address is: 673067 Hurontario St., Orangeville, ON L9W 2Y9