Hike Schedule

First Day Hike 2025 – January 1st – Mount Nemo (Brisk Pace Hike, about 8km-10km, departure time 9:00am)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: First Day Hike – January 1
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo Conservation Area – 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON
Parking reservations required – see hike description

Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 8-10km

Description

Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event!  We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!

Parking reservations are required. See below.

In the event of weather conditions, which may prevent us from holding this event on January 1, the alternative date will be January 4. Same time and place. Please register so that notification can be sent to everyone in case of postponement.

Souvenir badges will be available for $5, once again.

https://www.conservationhalton.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Mount-Nemo-Updated-Jan-2020.pdf

Meet at the north end of the parking lot. Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.

We will hike both the North and South Loops of Mt Nemo at a brisk pace taking in the views. This hike will include a visit to the old quarry.

Parking Reservations: https://admin.parkpassproject.com/book?inventoryGroup=1554186518&startDate=2024-11-18&inventory=1132875011&screen=0&

Bruce Trail Members: 

Conservation Halton
50% discount on a Conservation Halton membership.
Current members – Coupon code available via your Account Dashboard. Look under the Member Discount tab, and “Redemption instructions” column.
2596 Britannia Rd
Burlington, ON L7P 0G3
Canada
conservationhalton.ca

****In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 4/25. It is important that everyone register so that this can be communicated in the event of postponement. 

Please dress for the weather. Icers will likely be needed.

Remember to bring some water (warm water or tea is best this time of year) and a snack. Expect baked goods 🙂

First Day Hike 2025 - January 1st - Mount Nemo (Medium Pace Hike, about 8km, departure time 9:30am)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: First Day Hike – January 1
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo Conservation Area – 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON
Parking reservations required – see hike description

Hike Leader(s): Dave Salt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: Approximately 8km.

Description

Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event!  We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!

Parking reservations are required. See below.

In the event of weather conditions, which may prevent us from holding this event on January 1, the alternative date will be January 4. Same time and place. Please register so that notification can be sent to everyone in case of postponement.

Souvenir badges will be available for $5, once again.

https://www.conservationhalton.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Mount-Nemo-Updated-Jan-2020.pdf

Meet at the north end of the parking lot. Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.

Parking Reservations: https://admin.parkpassproject.com/book?inventoryGroup=1554186518&startDate=2024-11-18&inventory=1132875011&screen=0&

Bruce Trail Members: 

Conservation Halton
50% discount on a Conservation Halton membership.
Current members – Coupon code available via your Account Dashboard. Look under the Member Discount tab, and “Redemption instructions” column.
2596 Britannia Rd
Burlington, ON L7P 0G3
Canada
conservationhalton.ca

****In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 4/25. It is important that everyone register so that this can be communicated in the event of postponement. 

First Day Hike 2025 - January 1st - Mount Nemo (Leisurely Pace Hike, about 3-5km, departure time 10:00am)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: First Day Hike – January 1
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo Conservation Area – 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON
Parking reservations required – see hike description

Hike Leader(s): Madeline Grady Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 3-5km

Description

Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event!  We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!

Parking reservations are required. See below.

In the event of weather conditions, which may prevent us from holding this event on January 1, the alternative date will be January 4. Same time and place. Please register so that notification can be sent to everyone in case of postponement.

Souvenir badges will be available for $5, once again. Complementary Junior Winter Hiker badges will be available for children under the age of 13.

https://www.conservationhalton.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Mount-Nemo-Updated-Jan-2020.pdf

Meet at the north end of the parking lot. Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.

Parking Reservations: https://admin.parkpassproject.com/book?inventoryGroup=1554186518&startDate=2024-11-18&inventory=1132875011&screen=0&

Bruce Trail Members: 

Conservation Halton
50% discount on a Conservation Halton membership.
Current members – Coupon code available via your Account Dashboard. Look under the Member Discount tab, and “Redemption instructions” column.
2596 Britannia Rd
Burlington, ON L7P 0G3
Canada
conservationhalton.ca

****In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 4/25. It is important that everyone register so that this can be communicated in the event of postponement. 

New Year’s Day Hike

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Bruce Trail Parking Lot on Mono 5 Sideroad on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. Google GPS Coordinates: 43.974055, -79.984988
Directions: From Airport Road turn east onto 5 Sideroad and drive for 600 metres. The parking lot is on the left hand side.

Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green and Other CHBTC Hike Leaders Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 1.5 or 3.5 or 5.5 kilometres

Description

Start 2025 on the right foot by joining our Club’s New Year’s Day Hike. Spend time with family and friends in nature. There is a distance for everyone’s enjoyment – 1.5, 3.5, or 5.5 kilometres. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served. Please bring your own cup. Hope to see you there!

Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7km

Description

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 Northfield & Robin Garrett

Halton Agreement Forest

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the corner of 10 Side Road and 4th Line at 9:15 am.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms

Description

We will hike the bike trails around a big loop.  Bring icers.  Hike is dependent on weather.

School Bus Hike: Hilton Falls

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:30
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items
Admission To Hilton Falls Conservation Area - Adult ($10.50 Less 20% Group Disc.) ($8.40)
Admission To Hilton Falls Conservation Area - Senior ($8.25 Less 20% Group Disc.) ($6.60)
Admission To Hilton Falls Conservation Area - Child ($7.25 Less 20% Group Disc.) ($5.75)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area, Milton

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Celia Ho 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), Variable
Distance: 10-12 km

Description

Join us on our first Saturday hike of 2025 to explore Hilton Falls Conservation Area near Milton, ON. Depending on conditions we will hike the Hilton Falls Trail (to the falls!), the 8 km Beaver Dam Loop, and the Red Oak Trail. Icers will be mandatory. Bring snowshoes, if you have them (if they will be useful will be determined based on amount of snowfall at the time). There will be a 45-60 minute refreshment stop in Milton after the hike before returning to Toronto. Fit beginners with icers and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions welcome. Note: A Fee will be charged for Conservation Area entry (will be collected on the bus). Conservation Halton will providing group discounted rates. Upon registration please select adult, senior, or child (up to high school age) rate so the total rate for the bus can be calculated.

Chedoke to Iroquoia Heights

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Chedoke Parking Lot, Hamilton, ON

Hike Leader(s): Mike Gill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10km

Description

Meeting at the Chedoke Parking Lot we will climb the Radial Trail into Iroquoia Heights returning along Scenic Dr.  We’ll take the stairs down at Cliffview and exit halfway for a final small loop and return to the parking lot.

To bring:

• dress for the weather
• wear appropriate footwear
• icers
• water and snack

Cancelled... Saturday Shorts: Glen Haffy

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 10 am at the roadside parking on Coolihans Sideroad, km 35.0 Map 17, near where the Trail crosses the road. This is just west of the intersection of Glen Haffy Road and Coolihans Sideroad. It is best to aim for arriving around 9:45, so we can start hiking as close to 10 am as possible. Thanks!

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
Distance: Approximately 4 to 5 km

Description

Looking to get out on a Saturday but not give up your whole day? Saturday Shorts, a hiking series, will get you out in a small group on a short hike. This Saturday’s hike is at Glen Haffy. If the trails are snow-covered, we’ll hike the main Bruce Trail and Glen Haffy’s red loop, which makes a route under 4 km. If trail conditions permit, we may use a slightly longer route, about 5 km. Be prepared for winter conditions by bringing warm gear, poles, and icers. You are encouraged to bring water and a snack. No dogs please.

The hike leader for this hike is Elizabeth Ganong. Registrants can expect a reminder/update message one or two days before the hike.

If desired, this hike may be used towards the Caledon Winter Hiking Badge (5 winter hikes in the Caledon section that are 1 ½ hours or longer in length). Please keep a log of your hikes and follow the directions on the CHBTC website under Club Badges to receive your badge.

Hiking + Eating + Lights at Uxbridge

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Wilder Forest trail head off Brock Rd

Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 12km

Description

Let us kick off the new year 2025 with an eventful trip to Uxbridge!
Uxbridge has been hosting the Optimist Fantasy of Lights, one of Canada’s biggest Christmas light exhibits, for 18 years! Over 100 light displays are lovingly put together by community groups, businesses, schools, churches, families, and others from all around the Uxbridge area. What makes this event even more inspiring is its purpose: to raise funds to support local youth programs. There is no entry fee or ticket required, but donations (cash or tap) at the exit are encouraged and go directly toward these initiatives.

Since driving all the way to Uxbridge just for the light show might feel like a missed opportunity, I’ve organized a full day of activities:

1. Hiking (11:00am – 3:30pm) . Meet at the trail head parking (GPS : 44.019492, -79.134499, next to 2499 Brock Road, Uxbridge).  A scenic 11-13 km hike starting from Brock Road. The route includes the Wilder Forest, Oak Ridges Trail, and Walker Woods before looping back. Expect snowy and icy trails—please bring your microspikes/icers for safe footing. Pack a hot beverage and a light snack to keep your energy up. No pets.
2. Eating (4:00pm – 5:30pm): After the hike, we’ll refuel with a delicious meal at Joy’s Fish & Chips (307 Toronto St S Unit 15, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1S9), a locally renowned spot.
3. Lighting (6:00pm – 8:00pm): The Fantasy of Lights event begins at 6:00 PM at 55 Elgin Park Dr, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1Z6. You can find more details on their website: https://www.uxbridgeoptimist.com/fantasy-of-lights. I encourage everyone to consider making a donation at the exit to support this amazing cause. You’re welcome to spend as much or as little time at the exhibit as you like.

Let’s make this a memorable start to the new year with hiking, eating, and lighting! You are welcome to join all or any part of this three-part trip. Please dress appropriately for the weather and activities. If you plan to attend the light show, bring an extra layer as it’ll be colder in the evening.