Hike Schedule

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is inside Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , north of Bayview Reservoir Park Playground

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 Creak,In return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed ,

Even it is considered Urban walk, but it is urban hike as we have some up and down hills and tree roots, please bring your Ice cleats and hiking poles

CANCELLED 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10km

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Bring Poles, Icers, snack, and dress for the weather

9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short a 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 Short Hills Provincial Park.  Bring hiking boots and water.  Keep a pair of icers in your car in case of icy conditions.

Hockley Valley - Dunby Rd/Cam Snell Side Trails

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

Caledon Hills Section, Hockley Valley, Map 18, Meet at the parking lot on the south side of Dunby Rd, Km 68.0

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 6.5 km, short hike 4 km

Description

We will meet at the roadside parking on Dunby Rd, and hike south along the Main Trail for 2.5 km. We will then follow the Cam Snell Side Trail loop (2 km), and return on the Main Trail. For those wishing a shorter hike, return to the parking before the Side Trail (4 km). Please come prepared for the weather. Snowshoes or icers may be needed.  Hiking poles are recommended. Bring snack and water.

Margaret Paull

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

Hike Leader(s): Myra Campbell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

CANCELLED

Margaret Paull Side Trail
We will drive via Grey Rd 119 to the end of the 6th Line in the Beaver Valley Section. We will hike along the Bruce Trail to km11.3
where it joins up with the Margaret Paull ST. We will follow the ST back to the white blazed trail, then return to the cars. Bring
water and a snack

Winter Wednesday Walkers - Kolapore East CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Kolapore Skiers parking lot on Grey County Road 2, 750 m south of km 23.8, Map 25 Edition 31

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: approx. 5 km return

Description

This is an in and out hike, travelling along rural fields and through forests and back to our cars.  On winter hikes we may encounter bare ground, light snow, deep snow, or ice.  Please bring snowshoes and icers to our Winter Wednesday Walkers outings.  Wear appropriate clothing for the weather plus water and a snack.

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.

Snowshoe/Ski at MacGregor Point Provincial Park

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): Visitor Center in MacGregor Point Provincial Park, 1593 Bruce Road 33, south of Port Elgin. Day use fee applies

Hike Leader(s): Danuta Valleau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing.
Distance: 3 to 4 km

Description

Depending on snow conditions, we will walk or snowshoe the Park trails.  Day use fees apply with discounts for Seniors. Option to bring your lunch or food to share around a campfire after the hike. If you’re interested in using the skating loop, check with Park Office beforehand to make sure it’s open. There are also set ski trails when there is sufficient snow.

9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring NEW LOCATION

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is inside Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , north of Bayview Reservoir Park Playground

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 Creak,In return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed ,

Even it is considered Urban walk, but it is urban hike as we have some up and down hills and tree roots, please bring your Ice cleats and hiking poles

Hiking Around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

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

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike various trails in Jordan (Balls Falls, Jim Rainforth Trail and Bailey Bridge through the village of Jordan)

Sydenham Nature Reserve Side Trail

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside Parking on County Road 18, just east of Rockford, where it meets the rail trail (Keeling Side Trail).

Hike Leader(s): Franziska Edney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., There might be icy and slippery sections., There might be muddy sections.
Distance: 4.6 kms

Description

This 3.6 km loop was donated to the BTC several years ago, it offers us a variety of terrain, but is mostly flat and easy to snow shoe. We start on County Road 18, walk along the rail trail and then hike the loop of the Sydenham Nature Trail, along some fields and through a variety of forests. If there is not enough snow for snow shoeing, please bring good footwear, the trail might then have some wet, muddy sections.  Map 32

Birthday Outing at Scotsdale Farm

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The address for Scotsdale Farm is 13807 Trafalgar Road, Georgetown. About .5 km northeast of km 29.7, BTC Map 13. Please park in the parking lot near the heritage house.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely, Moderate
Distance: 16 kms

Description

Join us on a 16 km loop hike of the many Side Trails of Scotsdale Farm to celebrate the birthday of a hiker who just became a senior.  No gifts please although hugs welcome.  This hike is the longer hike referred to in “Hike Lord” Phill Armstrong’s companion hike posting of today’s date.  Optional pub stop after in Georgetown at 2:30 pm.  Icers and hiking boots mandatory.  Please bring a couple of snacks, a warm drink, some water and lots of smiles.  Please dress in layers for the weather.  Please note the earlier start time of 8:45 am.

Scotsdale farm Stuart Law Birthday Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm on Trafalgar Rd north of side rd 27.

Hike Leader(s): Phillip Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 9km

Description

You are invited to join us on a hike to celebrate hike leader Stuart Law’s 60th birthday. After the hike there will be the opportunity to wish him well at the St. George Pub in Georgetown at 2-30 pm just a few minutes drive away.

There will be another hike for those who would like a longer more strenuous hike which will be listed in the Dufferin section of the website. Stuart will lead the long hike which will start earlier so we can all end up  together for the social.

Please meet at the Bruce Trail parking area  at the farm at 10-00 a.m. for a 10-15 a.m. start.

The route will be approximately 9km based on weather and trail conditions. I will avoid the most rocky areas.

It will be snowy and icy underfoot so you must have icers with you. Winter clothing  necessary and spare dry clothing and shoes in your car will make the apres hike more comfortable. Bring a snack and water or warm drink

Stuart would like this to be a low key sociable event so please don’t bring gifts.