Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Side Rd 5 to Hockley Rd Loop

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Side Rd 5 https://maps.app.goo.gl/s9DoJhxZGt2HM1U5A

Hike Leader(s): Dylan “Lana” Hubbard 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: 15 km

Description

Join us for a 15 km loop hike from Side Rd 5 to Hockley Rd. Get ready for a workout. We will be hiking at a moderate pace and please bring icers as the trail is still icy

We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment. This hike is an 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space, and everyone is welcome to join us!

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is inside Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , north of Bayview Reservoir Park Playground, across Starbucks plaza

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

9:00 Louth Conservation Staff Avenue (LOCATION CHANGE)

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 Louth Conservation area Register for each hike

Bring Poles,  snack, and dress for the weather

9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance

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.

3 Water Falls loop hike Dundas Valley

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area
Park at roadside parking on Filman Rd. North access – enter where Main St., W and Wilson St., intersect.

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: approximately 12 km

Description

We  will meet at the road side parking on Filman Rd. as described above. There is only room for 5 cars, so car pooling  suggested if possible.

From the parking area we will hike the main trail to Tiffany Falls. We will then continue on the main trail to Sherman Falls.

We will then enter, and loop through the Dundas Valley Conservation Area on the Artaban Side Trail.

We will then hike the main trail and the Canterbury Side Trail to return the the parking area on Filman Rd.

Humber Valley Heritage Trail

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):

(Google Maps) Dick’s Dam Park is located in Bolton. For carpooling, meet at the parking area on the east side of the Party City/Winners building, (Hwy10 and 4th Ave. in Orangeville) at 8:30 am. Or from King Street and Hwy 50 (Queen St.) in downtown Bolton, drive north on Queen St. (Hwy 50) and in 0.5 km cross the bridge over the Humber River. Turn left on Hickman St., then right on Glasgow Rd. Follow Glasgow Rd. around the bend to parking on your left at Dick’s Dam Park for a 9:30 am start.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: Long Hike 5 km Short Hike 3 km

Description

We will shuttle to the parking area at Duffys Lane off of Emil Kolb Pkwy and then hike back to the cars at Dick’s Dam. Those wishing a shorter trek can turn back and return to the cars after 1.5 km.

Bring water and snacks. Icers may be needed. Hiking poles are recommended.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Optional refreshment stop after the hike at Coffee Time in Bolton.

Winter Wednesday Walkers - Hilts Falls

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Johnston’s Sideroad parking area, km 71.7, Map 26, Edition 31.

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Approx. 5

Description

This is an out and back hike with a visit to the icy grandeur of Hilts Waterfall in winter, as well as views over Cuckoo Valley.  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

1. 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/
2. If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.

Other Guidelines

1. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
2. 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.
3. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
4. 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.
5. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
6. Bring your own first aid kit.
7. Please leave dogs at home.

Good companions North Shore Loops

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) Arboretum located off the Old Guelph Road, Hamilton. You can reach the turnoff to the Old Guelph Road from York Blvd, Hamilton. The turnoff is north of the McQueston High Level Bridge and there is an RBG sign at the turnoff. We will park in the parking circles at the end of the entrance driveway.
Note: RBG members need a new “tap” card to enter the Arboretum. Non- members can use credit card machines at the entry gates.

Hike Leader(s): Janina Vanderpost Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8km

Description

We will hike the trail loops of the RBG Arboretum including the Hickory Valley Trail, Grey Doe Trail, Pinetum Trail and Anishinaabe Trail and visit the Marshwalk lookout.

Urban Walk: Lumiere: The Art Of Light At Trillium Park

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

Meet by the gates at the south end of Trinity Bellwoods Park on Queen Street, north of end of Strachan Avenue, about 8 blocks west of Bathurst Street.

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

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 4 km

Description

Join me for leisurely evening walk south to Fort York and Trillium Park (east end of former Ontario Place site) to experience the enchantment of Lumière: The Art of Light, a free outdoor light exhibition that will transform Trillium Park  into a mesmerizing display of light-based art with 14 unique installations. Admission is free. Dress warmly according to the weather. After the art exhibiton we will take the 511 Streetcar to Bathurst Station.