Hike Schedule

Heartland Forest Forest Nature Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): 8215 Heartland Forest Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 0L5

Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3.5Km

Description

Don’t forget bug spray.

Silent Valley

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): Kelly-Leigh Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Parking on the north end of 2nd Concession S in the Sydenham section, we will access the Silent Valley Side Trail and head towards the Wilson Homestead Side Trail. Afterwards, we will do a loop around Avalanche Pass Side Trail and investigate the Vanishing Wall Side Trail. We will visit the site of the Cessna 205 plane crash, look for the b
arn foundation stones, limestone kiln remains and many other treasures. You can even search for fossils! There will be some scrambling over rocks. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

Good Companions - Spring Valley - Ancaster (note early starting time)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Ancaster Little League Ball Park – Jerseyville Rd (across from the Ancaster Lions Outdoor Pool) – See map below

Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 8 km

Description

We will follow the Spring Valley Trail, Martins Road, Headwaters Trail etc. in the western part of the Dundas Valley .  Bring sunscreen, bug repellant,  water and a snack (poles would also be useful).  If I cancel due to rain I will notify you by email no later than the night before, so please check your emails before you leave for the hike.  Please arrive 10 minutes before the 9:30 am time since I will be leaving promptly at 9:30.

I will send contact info the day before the hike for those who cancel after 4:00 pm the day before the hike.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS: More West Beaver Valley

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot on Sideroad 7A, km 82.4, Map 26, 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: 4.5 km

Description

After shuttling to 13A, we will be walking through a stretch of valley slope. There are mature hardwood forests, numerous crevices and interesting rock formations along our route. We end with a big view across the Beaver Valley.

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.

Car Hike: Midweek Fitness Hike in the Hilton Falls Conservation Area (about 10-11 km)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area, main entrance/gate to the parking lot off Campbellville Road in Milton (4985 Campbellville Rd, Milton, ON L7P 0G3)

Hike Leader(s): Natalia Svechnikova Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 11 km

Description

Please join me for a moderate to easy enjoyable midweek fitness hike in the Hilton Falls Conservation area.

We will meet at the trail head (map posting) which you will access after you passed the gate and parked on the main parking lot just after 10 am. To access the conservation area you have to pay your gate fee of $10.50 online or $12 plus HST at the gate in person (open from 10 am to 4 pm).

We will start hiking at 10:15 am. We will hike in a loop combining Red Oak, Beaver dam and Hilton Falls trails for about 3 .5 hours including a short lunch break.

Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Municipal parking lot on 1st Ave East between 8th St and 7th St in Owen Sound

Hike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing

Description

Join us for a evening hike exploring Owen Sound neighbourhoods followed by an opportunity for refreshments. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7 pm.

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

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 a distance of approximately 7-8 km. Difficulty Level: 2 (Intermediate)

Hiking Around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
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 1 of 6

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:30 am at Kinsmen Park, km 68.5 (Map 4). Shuttle to start at Grimsby Lions Community Pool.

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, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 81.7 – 68.5 + trail to parking = 13.5 km total

Description

This is the first hike of the series going from the north to the south. The trail will take us past the Mike Weir Estate Winery, Thirty Mile Creek and waterfall, and views of Beamsville Bench vineyard.

Letchworth State Park, New York

Hosting Club: Niagara, Blue Mountains
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Parking area at the corner of Lakeshore Rd and Beatrice St. Fort Erie, ON

Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 11 km

Description

Letchworth State Park, renowned as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs–as high as 600 feet in some places–surrounded by lush forests.

We will drive 1.5 hour to the park in the minium amount of cars needed.  Once we spot the cars we will hike The Gorge Trail on the lower part of the park, west of the Genesee River, enjoying all the beauty along the way.

After our hike we will go to a diner for late lunch/ early dinner.

Car Hike: Wilder Forest Uxbridge

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): 2499 Brock Road, Uxbridge, ON there is a free parking when you enter the road off brock road beside Horse training facility

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 14-17 km

Description

We will explore Wilder forest and  the beautiful scenery of Uxbridge forests.

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.

Geology Hike Badge Hike #4/8

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register online ONLY
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: 8.5 km

Description

Fox Ridge and McClusky’s Rock: Badland at Stop 4 (Pages 72/73) Queenston Shale is the bottom-most layer of the Niagara Escarpment. Where vegetation is removed, the shale appears as a “badland”. The brick-red shale has long been excavated along the Niagara Escarpment to make bricks.

10:00 Merrit island loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Merritt Island Parking lot near play ground.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 11 km

Description

A Picturesque hike along the banks of the Welland Canal