Hike Schedule

Speyside to Canada Goose (E2E)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Bruce Trail parking lot on 22 Side Road at 9:15 am.

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: 8 kms

Description

Meeting at 9:15 am in the Bruce Trail parking lot at the corner of 22 Side Road and 4th Line, we will carpool to 15 Side Road at Speyside and hike back along the main trail.  There are some rocky parts to this hike.

Urban Walk: Toronto Urban Badge Hike - 3 of 7

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

Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 10.4 km

Description

Please join me at the south west corner of Lakeshore Blvd West and Ellis by 10 AM.  We will hike east along the Waterfront Trail to the Distillery District (km 8.3 to km 71.4).  Here is an online map with km markings of our route for all 7 hikes for the Toronto Urban Badge: https://onthegomap.com/s/c2c1hf3n

Please make sure you bring at least 2 liters of water, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.

Pre-AGM Corn Hole Tournament

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Register
Location (Google Maps): Queenston Pavilion, Queenston Heights Park, 14184 Niagara Parkway, Niagara on the Lake

Description

Please go to the registration table at the far pavilion when you arrive.  If you do not already have a Niagara Parks parking pass, a free day pass will be given to you at the registration table.

The corn hole tournament will begin at 2 pm.  There will be two people on each team and 4 people per corn hole board.  Teams will be assigned.   The preliminary games beginning at 2 pm will be 15 minutes long and will end just prior to the AGM meeting.  The championship game for the top two teams will be held once the AGM portion of the meeting is complete.

Wildflower Search

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Wildflowers and Spring Ephemerals
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area, Campbellville Rd. between Highway 25 and Guelph Line

Hike 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 – 10 km.

Description

We continue our search for wildflowers in this area, rich in natural beauty, water management and some interesting history. We will use park walking trails as well as some biking trails . Expect some rocky areas. Meet in the. main parking lot at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, sunscreen, a snack and poles is using. You will need to make a reservation with Halton Conservation Area Parks to enter the area.
Leader: Anne Armstrong

Spring Birding: Wetlands, Meadow and Forest Hike

Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Birding
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the corner of Crooked Toe Road and Boundary Road. Please carpool, if possible.

Hike Leader(s): Marg Glendon & Miptoon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2.0 – 3.0 km/h): A relaxed pace with frequent breaks and a focus on enjoyment.
Terrain: Easy: Flat forested sections or lowland trails., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
Distance: ~3 km

Description

Join us for a guided birding hike on the Saugeen Peninsula. Miptoon, a respected Knowledge Holder and local birding enthusiast from Neyaashiinigmiing will share his joy and knowledge of birds throughout our hike. As migrating birds return for the spring and summer, we’ll explore diverse habitats—including wetlands, forests, and meadows—offering a chance to observe a variety of bird species. Bring binoculars, a light backpack with essentials (snacks, water, and ID resources), and dress appropriately with long-sleeved clothing, a hat, and waterproof hiking boots. Be prepared for possible wet terrain. Hiking poles, gaiters, bug net hat and insect repellent are optional. This hike will be ~2 hours in duration. Participants are welcome to linger longer, if they wish. Raindate – May 28th.

Urban Walk: High Park and Toronto Waterfront Trail

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps):

High Park Subway Station Street Level (East Exit – High Park Avenue (by the bus loop)

Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens 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: 10 KM

Description

Join us for a leisurely hike through High Park and then east along Toronto’s Waterfront Trail to Harbourfront Centre passing though many small parks including the Music Garden. Refreshments at a coffee shop on Queens Quay at Harbourfront. Bring lunch and drinking water. Dropout any time. We’ll arrive at Harbourfront Centre around 2:00 PM. This will be repeated Tuesday May 13th, Tuesday May 27th, Tuesday June 3rd, and Tuesday June 24th. No pre registration is required. Just show up 15-20 minutes before to departure time to sign in with the hike leader.

Afternoon Hike - Crawford Lake

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the first parking lot at 4:15 pm

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: 6 kms

Description

We will hike around the park loop and perhaps the boardwalk.

Niagara Glen Short and Sassy

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Niagara Glen, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6-7k (approximate)

Description

Loop hike in beautiful Niagara Glen, NOT using Whirlpool Trail. We meet in between Niagara Glen parking lot and building near lot.  Pay parking or Niagara parks pass. Trail ranges from moderate to quite rocky, has hills and stairs. Watch footing. Lots of boulders and great views close to Niagara River. We descend steel stairs before and after hike. Wear hiking boots or shoes. Bring water, snack, appropriate layered clothing for the weather and rain gear. Optional beverage/food after.  Niagara Glen is close to both Butterfly Conservatory and Floral Clock.

WEEKNIGHT RAINBOW HIKE: Escarpment Rail Trail plus Stairs

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): We’ll meet at the bottom of the Wentworth Stairs (below Charlton St.) and follow Escarpment Rail Trail

Hike Leader(s): Doug O’Neill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 8 km

Description

This all-inclusive LGBTQ-friendly hike is indeed “mostly flat.” But, as your mama no doubt told you: “Men can lie.” 🙂 This weeknight fitness walk actually includes two Escarpment Stairs. The good news: You’ll climb only one and dance down the other.

From the bottom of Wentworth Stairs, we’ll follow the flat Escarpment Rail Trail all the way to the historic Uli Stairs, which we’ll climb up to Mountain Brow. Upon reaching the top, we’ll take a break, stretch, have a snack and gulp some water before we saunter along the Mountain Brow path to Margate Stairs. There, we’ll descend to the Rail Trail, and head back to the starting point at Wentworth.

Bring water and energizing snacks—especially if you’ve come directly from work. Insect repellent is a good idea, too.

Consider this 8-km weeknight hike good training for longer weekend hikes.