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- 20February 20, 2025
Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-57/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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 kmDescription
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
9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring
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Location (Google Maps):
Cave Spring Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10kDescription
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 weatherHiking Around Jordan
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Category: Hike
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 kmDescription
Hike various trails in Jordan (Balls Falls, Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge through the village of Jordan
CANCELLED - Silver Creek
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on Fallbrook Trail at 9:15 amHike 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: 7 kmsDescription
Meeting roadside on Fallbrook Trail at Silver Creek Conservation Area, we will hike the Irwin Quarry Side Trail to the main trail and to Tenth Line. Turning back along the main trail to the Roberts Side Trail to the cars. This hike has some rocky spots and a few hilly bits. Come with icers for your boots. Hike is dependent on weather conditions. - 21February 21, 2025
NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES- #1- Standing Firm For Freedom
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Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. At CentreHike Leader(s): Smadar .junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 5-6 kmsDescription
Since the official recognition of Black History Month in 1995, Canadians are invited to learn and be engaged in an ongoing flight against anti Black racism.
in this hike series we will learn about the early years of the black community in NOTL how it helped to shape our diverse society as it is today.During the hike we will stop several times to see and learn about some of the places that are significant to the early days of the black community in the area.
please dress appropriately for winter hiking, icers and poles recommended. If you wish to get the badge, you may join all three hikes today or choose other hikes offered in the series at other dates in February.please note that this is the first of 3 hikes on the same day. If you wish to get the badge you may join all hikes today or join other hikes offered in the series.
please note that these hikes are offered by volunteers who are committed to their own learning and share informative hiking experience. The hikes are open to all and offered. In a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.
Winterloops #5 - Scotsdale Farm - Pitt Duff and Trafalgar Side Trails
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm Main Parking LotHike 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: 11kmDescription
This is a series of five winter loop hikes, join us for one, some or all.This hike will follow the BT main trail and Duff Pitt and Trafalgar Side Trails for approximately 11 km loop
Bring plenty of water and a snack; dress in layers for winter conditions, bring icers and hiking poles.
Please arrive at 8:15 am as well depart promptly at 8:30 am.
Rockway - in and around.
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Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Staff Ave – free ParkingHike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 9kDescription
We hike the main trail from Staff ave to Rockway, taking in some of the side trails on return.this section is rocky with changes in elevation.
Bring snacks, water and be prepared for the weather – icers, poles and appropriate foot wear.
9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
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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 kmDescription
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
NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES- hike 2- The Early Black Community.
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/notl-black-history-series-hike-2-the-early-black-community/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. At Centre.Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 5 kms.Description
Since the official recognition of Black History Month by the Canadian government in 1995 Canadians are invited to learn reflect and engage in the ongoing fight against anti Black racism and discrimination. This hike will give us the opportunity to get to know the strength and perseverance of the early Black community.
please dress for winter weather hiking. Icers and poles are recommended.
please note that these hikes are offered by volunteers who are committed to their own learning and to be able to offer informative hike experiences. These hikes are open to all and offered in spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES, hike 3- The Beginning of the End of Enslavement in Upper Canada.
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Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on Veteran’s Lane, past the tennis courts.Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 6 kmDescription
At 1995 the Canadian government has officially recognized February as Black History Month. A chance for Canadian people learn and reflect and engage in the ongoing fight against anti Black racism and discrimination. During all the hikes in these series we will learn about the Black History in the NOTL area. To earn this badge you can join my 3 hikes today or join other offered hikes in February.Please dress according to winter weather. Icers and poles are recommended.
NEW LOCATION. Inglis Falls loop
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Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot behind the Grey-Sauble Conservation Authority head office.
237897 Inglis Falls Road, Owen SoundHike Leader(s): Franziska Edney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 3.6 kmsDescription
We will snow shoe from the Parking lot up to Inglis Falls, enjoy the views, and then cross the road and hike into Smith Bush, back down to the parking lot. Hiking poles and a water bottle advised. - 22February 22, 2025
Car Hike: Niagara E2E 1/4
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Km 81.7- Grimsby Lions Community Pool, 1 Elm street. Coordinates N 43.193201,W 79.565301 map # 5.Hike Leader(s): Smadar junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Rocky, Variable
Distance: 16.7kmDescription
This is the first of 4 hikes to complete the Niagara section E2E. Other dates are February 23, 24, 25. Please register to each hike separately. We will start the series in Grimsby and end at the cairn on the 4th day. Please dress properly for winter conditions, layers are recommended. You must bring snowshoes and icers. In case of bad weather or conditions I will change the hike to a different date.if you need to get in touch with me – email me on my email address provided in this post.
I can order the Winter badges or regular E2E- the new one or the existing badges (if available) for the people that want to get one. You can request it and pay me the $10 on the first day of the series. I will order them at the end of the first day.we will shuttle to km 64.9 and hike back.
on the first day we will meet at 8:30 and we will be ready to shuttle by 8:45. All hikers are expected to participate in the car shuttle.
Car Hike: Cherry Beach
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Location (Google Maps): Free parking lot at the end of Cherry Street Toronto
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 12-14 kmDescription
We will walk along lake Ontario, visiting ponds ,swans and light house
• Please dress appropriately for the weather.
• We will have short water ,picture and a 15 minute snack break. Everyone is welcome!
CHANGE IN TITLE 9:00 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #3 of 4: The Moseby Affair
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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: 5 – 6 kmDescription
THIS HIKE WILL REPLACE the hike canceled on Feb. 15.Since 1995, the government in Canada has 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. This hike will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community
*Dress for the weather. Icers and hiking poles are recommended; sidewalks may be VERY icy. We will be stopping several times. Expect hike to take between 1.5-2 hours.
FOR ANY INTERESTED HIKERS, when this hike is over, there will be the OPTION to hike another 5 km, the #4 hike in the Black History Series. There will be a short break between hikes. It will take another 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.
Mono Cliffs In Winter
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Map 19 Km 6.8 (31st Edition). Bottom of 1st Line EHS , South of 25 Sideroad Mono ONHike Leader(s): Bryan and Carol Foley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8.0 kmDescription
Explore Mono Cliffs Prov. Park as it can only be explored in Winter. Bring Lunch, Water, Dress for the conditions, Snow Shoes and /or Icers may be required . Contact Hike Leader if in doubt.
Saturday Shorts: Hockleycrest
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Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 10 am at the Mono 5 Sideroad parking area at km 45.4 on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. This is east of Airport 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
Distance: Approximately 5 kmDescription
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. Following the main Bruce Trail and side trails, this Saturday’s hike takes us through Hockleycrest. Be prepared for winter conditions on our approximately 5 km route 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 7/11 – Brimley
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Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): CanadaHike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly
Distance: 11.4 kmDescription
Please join me at Kennedy Station by 10:15 am. We will take the 12 Kingston Rd bus departing 10:42 am, arriving 10:58 am.We will hike along Kingston Rd, down to and east along the Lake on the Doris MacCarthy Trail to Guildwood and then to Beechgrove Dr. The estimated distance is 11.4 km. Here is an online map of our route – Brimley to Beechgrove
Bring a snack, at least 2 liters of water, and icers. Dress for cold weather.
- 23February 23, 2025
Car Hike: Niagara E2E 2/4
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): South of km 42.3. Roland Rd. Coordinates N 43.090278,W 79.305073 map #3.Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Rocky, Variable
Distance: 22.5 kmDescription
Second hike of the Niagara E2E series. Please see detail on hike #1, February 22. We will shuttle to km64.9 and hike back.please arrive 15 minutes early, so we can be ready and start the shuttle by 8:30.
Scotsdale Farm Side Trails
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the main parking lot at Scotsdale Farm.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: 9 kmsDescription
Meet in the main parking lot at Scotsdale Farm on Trafalgar Road at 9:15 am. We will hike the Bennet Side Trail to the main trail, cross Hwy 7 to the Duff Pit Side Trail and the new North Rim ST that leads to the Trafalgar Road ST. Crossing Hwy 7 again to the Great Esker ST to the main trail and back to the Bennet ST to the cars. Bring water, snack, and icers for your boots. There are some technical (rocky) parts to this hike but most of it is fairly easy. Hike is dependent on weather conditions.
Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 6/11 – Lakeshore East
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Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): CanadaHike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 10.9 kmDescription
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.
10:30 NBTC WINTER Nature Hike
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Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Parking Lot C at Wiley Rd, Thorold, ON L0S 1E6Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5kmDescription
NBTC WINTER NATURE HIKEJoin us for the NBTC Nature Hike series to learn more about the biodiversity along the Bruce Trail.
This time, we will explore the trails throughout Short Hills Provincial Park. Hikes will be held February, May, August & October – it will be amazing to see all the changes throughout the seasons. Your hike leaders, members of the NBTC Biodiversity Committee, will share their knowledge of the amazing flora & fauna along the trail as well as any biodiversity projects in the works for this year.
Parking is at the Parking Lot C at the end of Wiley Road. Hiking boots, icers and poles are recommend.
Note that the hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow. Lets hope for good cold weather!
Snowshoe Exploring Sydenham Hike #35
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Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps):The Owen Sound Galaxy Cinema parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.
Hike Leader(s): Bill Snel Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 2.3 kmDescription
We will carpool to do a snowshoe hike of the Lindenwod Loop. This is hike #35 in the book, Exploring Sydenham. There is one secret to locate. If you do not have a book and would like one ($30) let me know by using the “Contact hike leader” link.