Hike Schedule
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- 05February 5, 2025
8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #4 Roland Road to Decew House
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-4-roland-road-to-decew-house-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Decew House Heritage Park and Car Pool to Short Hills Parking Lot at Roland Road.Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12.4 kmsDescription
We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2024 to March 21, 2025.
Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 5Woodford Escarpment
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/woodford-escarpment/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): We meet in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St.in Collingwood. Then we drive to Woodford and park behind the Community Centre north of Hwy. #26.Hike Leader(s): Frank Huggins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6kmDescription
We will hike south on the white blazed trail about 3kms. We will return via the Crevice Springs side trail. Bring a snack and water.Hike changed to Cityview Park
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/mount-nemo-loop-reservation-required-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at second entrance to Cityview ParkHike 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: 6-8 kmsDescription
We will explore the trails to the north of the park and down into Kerncliff Park.Bring icers for your boots. Hike is dependent on weather conditions.
Winter Wednesday Walkers - McCluskey's Rock
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/winter-wednesday-walkers-mccluskeys-rock-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet on the shoulder of Sideroad 7B on the curve where the trail enters the forest, km 43.5, Map 25, Edition 31. Do not attempt to drive up 7B from Grey Road 13, there is no winter maintenance. Instead access 7B from south of Kimberley – Grey Road 13 to Artemesia-Euphrasia Townline to 3rd Line A, then 7B.
Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Length of Hike: approx. 4 km
Description
We will hike north along the top of the escarpment on the main trail to McCluskey’s Rock and then back, taking in the Ken Young Side Trail. Views to be had. 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
- 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/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- 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. - Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- 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.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
Roaming in the Snow
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/roaming-in-the-snow/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Princess Point RBGHike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 9 km.Description
Come enjoy Princess Point in the snow. We will hike the trails of this beautiful RBG property to include Princess Point, Ginger Valley, Sassafras Trail, Caleb’s Walk and Churchill Park. Meet in the parking lot of Princess Point at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, a snack and poles if using. Icers may be necessary. There is a fee for parking or an RBG membership.
Winter Badge Wednesdays: Riverside Woods Nature Reserve
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/winter-badge-wednesdays-riverside-woods-nature-reserve/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 10 am at the BTC parking lot, 713377 1st Line EHS, Mono. Go north on 1st Line from Side Road 5. Access is closed going south on 1st Line from Hockley Road during the winter. 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): Jennie Greenfield; Elizabeth Ganong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Between 4 and 5 kmDescription
Looking to get outside and enjoy nature in another season? You may wish to join in on one Wednesday hike in this winter series or all five! Complete all five as part of the series or do a combination of hikes within the series and your own winter hikes, and you will be eligible to receive the Caledon Winter Hiking Badge (further details below and on the CHBTC website under Club Badges).This Wednesday’s hike explores Riverside Woods on side trails and gentler nature reserve trails on a 4 or 5 km route. 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 Jennie Greenfield. Registrants can expect a reminder/update message from Jennie 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.
Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments
https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/event/evening-hike-in-owen-sound-followed-by-an-opportunity-for-refreshments-12/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the West side of 1st Ave East between 7th St East and 8th St East in Owen SoundHike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., There might be icy and slippery sections.
Distance: Approx 5 kmDescription
Join us for a brisk winter evening hike exploring Owen Sound neighbourhoods and trails. Please bring icers, in case there are icy conditions. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7:00 pm. Following the hike there is an opportunity to socialize over refreshments. - Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.