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February 22, 2025
Car Hike: Cherry Beach
8:30 AM-1:30 PM
02/22/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-cherry-beach-3/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
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 km
Description

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!
Car Hike: Niagara E2E 1/4
8:30 AM-3:00 PM
02/22/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/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: 16.7km
Description

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.
CHANGE IN TITLE 9:00 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #3 of 4: The Moseby Affair
9:00 AM-11:00 AM
02/22/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-notl-black-history-series-4-of-4-the-early-niagara-community-2/
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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 km
Description

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
9:30 AM-1:00 PM
02/22/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/mono-cliffs-in-winter/
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Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Map 19 Km 6.8 (31st Edition). Bottom of 1st Line EHS , South of 25 Sideroad Mono ON
Hike Leader(s): Bryan and Carol Foley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8.0 km
Description

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.
Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 7/11 – Brimley
10:00 AM-2:30 PM
02/22/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-waterfront-trail-7-11-brimley-2/
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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: Hilly
Distance: 11.4 km
Description

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.
Saturday Shorts: Hockleycrest
10:00 AM-11:30 AM
02/22/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/saturday-shorts-hockleycrest-3/
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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 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. 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.
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February 23, 2025
Car Hike: Niagara E2E 2/4
8:30 AM-3:00 PM
02/23/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/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 km
Description

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
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
02/23/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-side-trails/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
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 kms
Description

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
10:00 AM-1:30 PM
02/23/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-waterfront-trail-6-11-lakeshore-east/
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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.
10:30 NBTC WINTER Nature Hike
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
02/23/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/1030-nbtc-winter-nature-hike/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Parking Lot C at Wiley Rd, Thorold, ON L0S 1E6
Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5km
Description

NBTC WINTER NATURE HIKE
Join 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
1:30 PM-3:30 PM
02/23/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/snowshoe-exploring-sydenham-hike-35/
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Hosting Club: Sydenham
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 km
Description

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.
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February 24, 2025
Car Hike: Niagara E2E 3/4
8:30 AM-3:00 PM
02/24/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-niagara-e2e-3-4/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Roland road, see details on day 2.
Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 24 km
Description

Third hike of the series. See notes on hike number 1.
we will shuttle to km 18.5 and hike back. Please be at the meeting place by 8:15 so we can be in the cars and ready to go by 8:30.
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February 25, 2025
Car Hike: Niagara E2E 4/4
8:30 AM-3:00 PM
02/25/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-niagara-e2e-4-4/
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Km 0.0, Queenston HeightsPark. Coordinates N 43.157826,W 79.052045 map 1. No winter maintenance. We may need to park at the restaurant up the road. Paying fees may apply.
Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 18.5 km.
Description

Last day of the series. Badge day, treats day. Please see details on hike 1 February 22. We will shuttle to km 18.5 and hike back. Be there at 8:15 so we are in the cars and ready to go by 8:30.
Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
8:45 AM-11:30 AM
02/25/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-58/
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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
9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
9:00 AM-11:30 AM
02/25/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-47/
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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 - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd
9:15 AM-10:45 AM
02/25/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-19/
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd entrance
Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms
Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots and water. Bring icers in case of icy trail conditions.
CANCELLED -- West of Scotsdale
9:30 AM-1:45 AM
02/25/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/west-of-scotsdale/
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Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Scotsdale Farm parking 13807 Trafalgar Rd. Map 13.
Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 km
Description

This is a loop hike going west from Scotsdale Farm on a mixture of Main and Side Trails to the Trafalgar Side Trail and Reservoir Side Trail, then returning to the Farm by a different route.
Caledon Trail, Olde Base Line to Maclaren
9:30 AM-12:00 PM
02/25/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/caledon-trail-olde-base-line-to-maclaren/
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Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Caledon Hills Section, Map 14. Meet at the dead
end of Chinguacousy Rd, north of Olde Base Line (2.8, Edition 31)
Hike Leader(s): Julie Daley, Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7km, short hike 4.8km
Description

We will hike north along the Main Trail through a wooded area, cross The Grange Sideroad, and continue to the Credit River bridge crossing on McLaren Rd, and return. The shorter hike will turn around at The Grange Sideroad. Car pooling is recommended due to limited parking. Those wishing to carpool, please meet at Party City in Orangeville at 8:45. Bring icers, poles and snack. Snowshoes may be helpful.
Hamilton Soupfest
10:00 AM-2:00 PM
02/25/2025
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/hamilton-soupfest-3/
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bayfront park
Hike Leader(s): Jill Parratt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 6
Description
Meet at 9:45 for 10am start.
Hike to Hamilton Convention Centre via Harbour waterfront trail, Desjardins Trail, Kay Drage Park by the Cathedral Basilica.
The Hamilton Soupfest supports Living Rock Youth Centre. $20 for 4 soup samples. Ticket can be bought at the event or online in advance at https://www.livingrock.ca/soupfest
After soup and voting we will walk back to our cars as a group or individually.
Please email me with any questions.
Jill Parratt