Hike Schedule

Frosty Five Blues Series 5/5

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet north of the intersection of Cataract Road and Mississauga Road at the Elora Cataract Trailway Trail Head. Google Coordinates: 43.813120, -80.028656 (Map 15, Edition 31)

Directions: From ON-10 head west on Charleston Sideroad/Peel Regional Rd 24 for 5.5 km. Turn left onto Mississauga Rd. and drive for 1.0 km. Park on west shoulder.

Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 11 kilometres

Description

THIS HIKE HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH, DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER.

Beat the winter blues! Register individually for one, a few, or all of the Frosty Five Blues hikes. Participants who complete all five hikes are eligible to receive a CHBTC Winter badge and new Sideways badge on the final hike. Hike 5 explores main Trail and side trails in Forks of the Credit Provincial Park . Bring your choice of hydration and snacks. Hiking boots and icers/crampons are required. See Jan. 9, 23, 30, & Feb. 6 for details pertaining to the other hikes in the series. (Note:  If you wish to purchase badges, the cost of each badge is $10.00 for BTC members and $15.00 for non-members.)

Cancelled- RBG Berry Tract

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Old Guelph Line near Hwy 6 Tunnel

Hike Leader(s): Colleen Mabalay Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5-6 km

Description

There is a couple of sets of stairs on this hike.

Bring water, snack and icers.

Feb. 14-17, 2025 - Family Day Snowshoe Weekend in Tobermory (3 nights)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Princess Hotel
34 BAY STREET SOUTH TOBERMORY, ONTARIO N0H 2R0, CANADA

Hike Leader(s): Jeanette Vincent, David Royle, Brenda Menezes 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

Description

Jeanette Vincent, Brenda Menezes and David Royle will continue the tradition of Greg Vincent’s Family Day Snowshoe Weekend in Tobermory.   Celebrate with a weekend trip snowshoeing the trails of the National Park at the “Tip o’ the Bruce” Tobermory.

We arrive Friday, February 14th at our comfortable hotel overlooking Little Tub Harbour where we stay and have our meals for three nights at the Princess Hotel in Tobermory.

This outing is restricted to those staying and having their meals with us at the Princess Hotel in Tobermory for the weekend. Space is limited make your reservation asap. Please email Jeanette for the prices for the weekend at the Princess Hotel package and additional information. Once you receive the package, if you plan to join us call the Princess for rates and a reservation 1-519-596-8282 or info@tobermoryprincesshotel.com and mention Vincent/Royle Winter Snowshoe weekend when booking. Once you have made your reservation, be sure to register for this event on the Toronto Bruce Trail Club please email Jeanette at vincentjeanette1604@gmail.com once you are registered and made your reservation.

Winterloops #4 - Terra Cotta -CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Hike 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, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 11.25 km

Description

THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED

This is a series of five winter loop hikes.  Join us for one, some or all.

Today’s hike will explore the Terra Cotta Conservation are on the main trail and side trails.   Bring snacks,  and plenty of water.  Dress in layers for winter weather, bring icers and hiking poles.

Please arrive by 8:15 am as we will depart promptly at 8:30 am.

9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):

Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

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

Halton Agreement Forest - How to use All Trails to navigate your hikes

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on 4th Line. Up Guelph Line from the 401, turn right on 10 Side Road and follow the curve as it becomes 4th Line.

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 around the bike trails in this lovely Forest, including The Den and The Pines.  Bring icers for your boots.  During this hike, we will learn how to use the All Trails app to find our way around the Forest. Each hiker will take turns leading us around the trails.    Hike is dependent on weather conditions.

CANCELLED 9:00 NOTL Black History SERIES - #3 of 4: Standing Firm for Freedom: The Solomon Moseby Affair

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):

Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7 – 8 kms

Description

Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. You will find out about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.

*Dress for the weather. Icers and hiking poles are recommended as paths tend to be icy. We will stop several times. Expect hike to take from 1.5-2 hours.

Hike 3 of 4 hikes in this series for the Black History badge.

PLEASE NOTE: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are open to all and offered in a spirit of mutual leaning and inclusion.

Dundas Valley Winter Hike

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Please note the meeting point location- it’s at the Dundas Valley Conservation parking lot at the end of Lions Club Rd. Follow this road to the end, then enter the gates leading to the parking lot. Paid entrance by credit card at the gate. Please note that there are a number of parking lots within this conservation area.

Hike Leader(s): Gilles Gagnon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 8.5 to 15 depending on conditions. Drop out options available at about 9 km mark

Description

Circular hike  within the Dundas Valley Conservation area taking in  Canterbury, Sherman, and Tiffany Falls.   Icers are required/ snowshoes  (to be advised depending on conditions ).   Optional pub stop afterwards.

Saturday Shorts: Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 10 am at the parking area (10 cars) on 3rd Line, north of Hockley Road. (Note: We are not meeting at the main parking area on Hockley Road. Go north on 3rd Line. The parking area is on the east side of the road.) 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): Dan Revington; 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: Approximately 4 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 a hilly challenge as we use side trails and the main trail to make a 4 km loop in the Hockley Valley Nature Reserve. 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 Dan Revington. Registrants can expect a reminder/update message from Dan 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.

Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 6/11 – Lakeshore East

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Canada

Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 10.9 km

Description

Please join me at the Tim Horton’s at Lakeshore and Leslie no later than 9:50 am.  We start hiking at 10:00 am.

We will hike east on Lakeshore, along the Beaches Boardwalk, and on Kingston Rd to Brimley Rd.  The estimated distance is 10.9 km.  Here is an online map of our route Lakeshore to Brimley Rd

Bring a snack, at least 2 liters of water, and icers.  Dress for cold weather.

Rush Cove Ice Caves Hike

Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Winter Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Rush Cove Road municipal parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Shawn Radcliffe Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium (3.0 – 4.5 km/h): A comfortable pace for most hikers with steady progress.
Terrain: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
Distance: 9.0 km

Description

Join us for an exciting in-and-out hike to visit the ice caves that form along the escarpment east of Rush Cove. This hike will also feature scenic views of Georgian Bay and walks through snowy forests—perfect for those looking to explore the winter wonderland of the Bruce (Saugeen) Peninsula.

We will meet at the Rush Cove Road municipal parking lot at the top of the hill and hike the side trail down the road to the main trail, at which point we will enter the forest. We will follow the main trail to the Shoreline Access side trail, which will take us to the ice caves. On our return, we will take the Rush Cove side trail to meet up with the main trail and then follow the side trail back up the hill to the parking lot.

Winter Hiking Tips:
Wear appropriate winter footwear and traction devices (e.g., microspikes) for icy conditions.
Snowshoes may be needed, depending upon how much snow is on the ground. Gaiters can also keep the snow out of your boots.
Dress in layers to adjust to changing temperatures throughout the day.
Bring plenty of water, snacks, and a camera to capture the stunning scenery.

Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 5/11 – Bathurst

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Canada

Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 9.4 km

Description

Please join me at Bathurst Station no later than 9:00 am.  We will take the streetcar southbound departing 9:30 am, arriving at Fleet St 9:49 am.  If you want to meet us at Bathurst and Fleet, be there by 9:49 am.  We start hiking at 10:00 am.

We will hike to the lake and east to Leslie St.  The estimated distance is 9.4 km.  Here is an online map of our route Bathurst to Leslie

Bring a snack, at least 2 liters of water, and icers.  Dress for cold weather.

Port Credit Go to the former site of the Credit Mission Village of the Mississaugas of the New Credit

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Inside the Port Credit Go Train Station. Coming by Go Train from Union Station catch the 9:44 Lake Shore West Train arriving at 10:13.:Free parking at the station.

Hike Leader(s): Andrew Proczek Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 10 – 12 km

Description

The name Mississauga comes from the Anishinaabe word Misi-zaagiing, which means “Those at the Great River-mouth”.  Join me for part 2 of my tribute to the Mississaugas as we move from the Humber to the Credit River, which was the site of the last settlement for the Mississaugas in the GTA, called the Credit Mission Village, from 1825 to 1847.  We will hike from Port Credit Go following the Credit River to the present day Mississauga Golf and Country Club where the Credit Mission Village once stood on 200 acres of land. After a short history talk we will loop back to Port Credit via Mississauga Road.

Please pack a lunch and a Thermos of your favorite hot beverage. Remember that icers and sturdy hiking shoes or boots are mandatory for winter hiking. Poles are optional but can be of assistance on ice and snow.

Washrooms available only at Port Credit Go Station. We will stop for a bio break in nature before venturing on the golf course.