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  • 15
    March 15, 2025

    Rouge National park Scarborough

    8:30 AM-1:30 PM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Toronto

    Location (Google Maps): Free parking in mast trail parking Lot off Kingston Road

    Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
    Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
    Distance: 12-14 km

    Description

    We will hike Vista trail and part of orchard trail, will enjoy look outs between Rouge river and Little Rouge creek
    • Please dress appropriately for the weather.
    • We will have short water ,picture and a 15 minute snack break. Everyone is welcome!

    CANCELLED 9:00 Millennium Recreational Trail Hike

    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Cancelled
    Location (Google Maps): Whirlpool Road at hydro canal in Niagara Falls

    Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 8 km

    Description

    Hike along the paved multi-use Millennium Recreational Trail following the Chippawa-Queenston hydro canal in Niagara Falls.
    Limited parking so consider carpooling with a friend if possible.
    Dress for the weather and bring snack and water.

    Queenston Loop

    9:00 AM-11:30 AM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Meet near the washrooms near the Queenston Heights Restaurant

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 10 km

    Description

    We will hike around Queenston Heights Park using the main trail and a couple of the side trails.  Poles and icers may be required.

     

    Dufferin Hi-Land 60th Anniversary Side Trail Highlights

    9:15 AM-12:30 PM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet and park at Mono Community Centre (754483 Mono Centre Rd, Mono, ON L9W 5W9) at 9:15am. 

    Hike Leader(s): su Bate, Helen Bailey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
    Distance: 8.5km

    Description

    This is a series of 6 loop hikes; each hike is between 9-12km in length.  If you hike all 6 of the hikes in this series, or otherwise hike 60 km in Dufferin during 2025, you qualify for the 60th Anniversary badge.  Wear appropriate clothing for the day and bring a drink, a snack and icers.  The trail can be icy and slippery and muddy at this time of year.

    We will follow the Laidlaw Side Trail west from the parking lot, then north to the Bruce Main Trail (km 0.6) then continue north past the viewing platform. Where the Main Trail veers left through a narrow fence opening, we’ll keep right onto the Clifftop Trail, then turn right onto the Walter Tovell Side Trail.  Continue south to Laidlaw Side Trail and back to Mono Community Centre parking. Total distance 8.5km

    Saturday Shorts: Red Hill Valley Trails

    9:30 AM-11:45 AM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
    Category: General
    Location (Google Maps): Red Hill Valley Trail, 404 Knowles St. Hamilton

    Hike Leader(s): Doris Harper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
    Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 5 – 6 km

    Description

    From the parking lot we will hike some of the trail there and and back  as well as explore short trails in the Kings Forest.

    There are also  indigenous art sites along the trail.

    Trails at this time of year can be rough and slippery. Icers, poles recommended. Dress for the weather. Also bring water and a snack.

    ABC's of Hiking Poles

    10:00 AM-3:00 PM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land, Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley, Sydenham, Peninsula
    Category: Special Event
    Location (Google Maps): BTC Office in Dundas

    Hike Leader(s): BTC Staff Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 6-7 km’s

    Description

    Learn everything there is to know about the ABCs of Hiking Poles in this informative, engaging and interactive presentation. Developed and facilitated by Margaret O’Dell, this session will cover everything about hiking poles including attributes, benefits and cons. Bring your hiking poles (if you own a pair), so we can compare the different attributes of various brands and styles. We’ll draw from our collective experiences and founded research to learn from one another about good hiking pole etiquette. The session will conclude with a fun game – the winner will go home with a free pair of Cascade Mountain Trek Hiking Poles.

    There will be an optional hike along the Tews Falls Side Trail after lunch – please indicate if you will be attending this optional hike in your registration or by using the Contact the Hike Leader button .

    Refreshments will be provided with registration and lunch for anyone attending the optional hike portion.

    Family Friendly - Nottawasaga Lookout Loop

    10:00 AM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
    Category: Organized Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Tim Horton’s, First Street, Collingwood

    Hike Leader(s): Vera Cvetkovic Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 5

    Description

    March Break Family Friendly Hike. We will drive to the Blue Mountains/Clearview Townline, north of County Road 91 and park at Eagle Cres for a hike through the Nottawasaga Lookout Nature Reserve. We will start the hike at km 42.5 and hike through the woods for about an hour before retracing our steps.
    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.

    Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 10/11 – Whitby Shores and Lynde Shores

    10:15 AM-1:30 PM
    03/15/2025
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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: 12.5 KM

    Description

    Please join me by 9:05 am under the clock in the Great Hall of Union Station. We will take the 9:20 am eastbound train to Whitby.  We will hike a loop that will take us south to Lake Ontario, west and north to Victoria St, west to Lynde Shores Conversation where we will do a loop down to Lake Ontario and back, and then to the pub stop before returning to Whitby GO and back for a distance of (new) 12.5 km.  There are washrooms at Union Station, Whitby GO and on the train.  Bring at least two liters of water and a light snack.  Our pub stop will be The Royal Oak – Whitby Shores at km 11.7.

    Here is an online map (new) of our route: Whitby Shores and Lynde Shores

    You can buy a GO Transit day pass for $10

    Urban Walk: South Humber and Swansea Theatre Hike

    3:00 PM-6:00 PM
    03/15/2025
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Urban Walk
    Location (Google Maps):

    Meet for a 3:00 PM departure from the TTC Route #79 Scarlett Road bus stop at the south east corner of Scarlett Road and Eglinton Avenue West.

    Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens, Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
    Terrain: Variable
    Distance: 9 – 10 km

    Description

    Join us for a leisurely hike (3kms/hour- no runners!) south on the Humber River Trail and through the Swansea neighborhood. There are 3 steep staircases on the route. Optional drop out at the Old Mill subway station.
    Suitable for beginners and families. We will follow the Humber River Trail to the Old Mill and then hike parts of the Swansea neighborhood to Runnymede Road and Bloor Street West which is the end of the hike across from the Runnymede subway station.

    After the hike you may choose to join us for dinner at 6:00 PM at either Ali Baba Mediterranean/Italian (that’s right, now with pasta options!) Cuisine or at a nearby pub, as you wish.
    We will attend the play at 8 PM at the village Players, 2190 Bloor Street West. This evening’s performance will be The Gravitational Pull of Bernice Trimble by Valary Cook.

    Call the Theatre directly 416 767 7702 to reserve your ticket($29.00 adults and seniors) and mention that you are with the Bruce Trail Conservancy, Toronto Club.

    Anyone is welcome to come for the hike only, join us for the theatre performance, or, join us for all three: Hike, dinner and play at the theatre. Paid parking is available off Kennedy Avenue north of Bloor Street West (behind theatre building).

  • 16
    March 16, 2025

    CANCELLED - Speyside Loops - How to use the Bruce Trail app

    9:30 AM-12:00 PM
    03/16/2025
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at the end of 17 Sideroad, off Hwy 25, just north of Milton

    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: 7 kms

    Description

    We will hike 3 loops including the main and 3 side trails. There are lots of rocks on this trail and some possible wet areas.

    While we hike, we will learn how to use the Bruce Trail app to navigate our hikes, with each hiker taking a turn to lead us around the loops.

    Hike is dependent on weather conditions.  Bring icers.

    Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 9/11 – Ajax GO to Pickering GO

    10:30 AM-2:15 PM
    03/16/2025
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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: 11 km

    Description

    Please join me under the clock in the Great Hall at Union Station by 9:05 am.  We will take the eastbound Lakeshore Train departing Union Station GO at 9:20 am, arriving Ajax GO at 10:15 am.  You may choose to join the group at Ajax GO Station.

    We will hike south to Lake Ontario (washrooms in the park), west to Sandy Beach Rd, and north to Bayly St with a pub stop at Irish Times adjacent to Pickering GO. Trains to Toronto depart at 25 minutes and 55 minutes after the hour.

    Here is an online map of our route (please click on the link): Ajax to Pickering

    You can buy a GO Transit day pass for $10.

    Snowshoe Exploring Sydenham Hike #16

    1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    03/16/2025
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    Hosting Club: Sydenham
    Category: Snowshoe Hike
    Location (Google Maps):

    Meet in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound.

    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 km

    Description

    We will carpool to snowshoe the Pines loop hike. This is hike 16 in the book, Exploring Sydenham. There are no secrets to locate. If you do not have a book and would like one ($30) let me know by using the “Contact hike leader” link.

  • 17
    March 17, 2025

    Blue Loop Hikes #2 - Hockley Valley

    8:30 AM-1:00 PM
    03/17/2025
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Parking Lot, Hockey Valley Road

    Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

    Description

    This is a series of loop hikes exploring various BT Blue trails in wintry and early spring conditions.  Join us for one, some or all.

    Today’s hike will follow the main trail and explore Glen Cross, Isabel East and Tom East Side Trails in an 11 km loop.

    Bring a snack and plenty of water, and other hydration as needed.  Wear hiking boots and bring hiking poles.  Icers may also be required.

    Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.

    Sweetwater Series - Hike 2 - Island Lake

    10:00 AM-2:00 PM
    03/17/2025
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    Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
    Category: General
    Location (Google Maps): P5 – Island Lake Conservation Area – 673173 Hurontario Street, Mono.

    Hike Leader(s): Jennie Greenfield; 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: 9.5 km

    Description

    This series of five hikes celebrates the glorious sugar maple as we move from winter towards spring. The trails are all in or near the Caledon Hills section of the Bruce Trail and range from 7 to 10 km in length.

    Register individually for one, a few, or all of the Sweetwater Badge Hikes taking place on Mondays. Participants who complete the five hikes will be eligible to receive a Sweetwater badge. (Note: If you wish to purchase a badge, the cost is $10.00 for BTC members and $15.00 for non-members.)

    Hike 2 explores the Lakeside, Sugar Bush, and Memorial Forest Trails. Sights include Island Lake, tap lines, a sugar shack, the Stone Wall tree and the Memorial Leaf Wall.

    Moderate – difficult under winter conditions.

    Bring your choice of hydration and snacks. Hiking boots and icers/crampons are required.

    Participants will be notified the night before if a hike must be cancelled due to inclement weather.

     

  • 18
    March 18, 2025

    Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill 84

    8:45 AM-11:30 AM
    03/18/2025
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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 Louth Conservation (CHANGE IN LOCATION DUE TO FLOODING)

    9:00 AM-11:30 AM
    03/18/2025
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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Louth Consevation Staff Avenue

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 10km

    Description

    Explore Louth Conservation area. Bring Poles, Icers, snack, and dress for the weather

    9:15 Short hike, Short Hills Park, Pelham Road

    9:15 AM-10:45 AM
    03/18/2025
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Short 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.

    Silver Creek - Terra Cotta; Side Trails and Main Trail

    9:30 AM-1:00 AM
    03/18/2025
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    Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
    Category: Tuesday Hikers
    Location (Google Maps): BTC maps 13 and 14. Park on Fallbrook Rd. near the Education Centre unless it is in use. Alternate parking 8th Line north of km 32.3 on eastern shoulder of 8th Line at southern most intersection with 27 Sideroad; unless we can still park on Fallbrook.

    Hike Leader(s): Doris Harper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
    Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: about 10 km

    Description

    From the parking area we will hike the Irwin Quarry , Roberts and Walking Fern sidetrails, the main trail into Terra Cotta. We will return the way we came; about a 10 km hike.

    Phone number 519-589-4114 in case of confusion

    Alton Grange

    9:30 AM-12:00 PM
    03/18/2025
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    Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
    Category: Tuesday Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Go to the village of Alton, at the corner of Station Street and Main Street (Rd 136 ), turn down Station Street
    (public school at corner), cross railway tracks, road curves , parking lot is on right

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

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 4 km

    Description

    Alton Grange is a 350-acre tract located where Shaw’s Creek and the Credit Credit River flow south and converge. It contains fragile wetlands, areas of natural hardwood and mixed forest, meadows and open flood plain. Snow shoes or icers may be required.

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