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  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    Dunedin Nature Reserve

    9:00 AM
    01/01/2024
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    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
    Category: Register in person the morning of hike.
    Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

    Hike Leader(s): Hart Fischer 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 km

    Description

    We will drive to Dunedin Valley Nature Preserve parking on 6/7 Sideroad at Concession 10. Following the white blazed trail south on Concession 10, we enter the nature preserve on the east side. We will loop through the Dunedin Nature Reserve. This area covers mixed terrain and habitats. The trail follows along the banks of a tributary of the Noisy River in a loop back to Concession 10. After crossing Concession 10, we proceed through some farmers fields to a great view at the bench. Continuing across the field and down a hill to County Road 9, we will turn around and retrace our steps back to the cars. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    Dufferin New Years Day Hike #1

    10:00 AM-1:00 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Mono Centre Community Centre.

    Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 10 kms

    Description

    Walter Tovell ST there and back.

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    10:30 New Years Day Long President’s Hike @ Fireman’s Park

    10:30 AM-1:00 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Fireman’s Park – Upper Parking Lot

    Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: ~10kms

    Description

    Join us for our annual New Year’s Day President’s Hike Celebration!

    This is the longer of two hikes available to register for – we will hike a loop around Fireman’s Park ~ 2.5 hours- 10:30am start.  Pot luck New Years Celebration to follow under the gazebo @ 1:00pm- bring your favorite pot luck item to share!

    Members who don’t want to hike can meet at 1:00pm at the gazebo for the Happy New Year celebration.

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    New Year’s Day Hike

    11:00 AM-1:30 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
    Category: General
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Bruce Trail Parking Lot on Mono 5 Sideroad on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. Google GPS Coordinates: 43.974055, -79.984988

    Directions: From Airport Road turn east onto 5 Sideroad and drive for 600 metres. The parking lot is on the left hand side.

    Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
    Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 1.5 or 3.5 or 5.5 kilometres

    Description

    Start 2024 on the right foot by joining our Club’s New Year’s Day Hike. Spend time with family and friends in nature. There is a distance for everyone’s enjoyment – 1.5, 3.5, or 5.5 kilometres. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served. Please bring your own cup. Hope to see you there!

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    Urban Walk: Leslie Spit (Tommy Thompson Park)

    11:00 AM-3:30 AM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Urban Walk
    Location (Google Maps): Tommy Thompson Park parking lot at the intersection of Leslie St and Unwin Ave (by park pavillion)

    Hike Leader(s): Andrew Proczek Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Flat
    Distance: 10-12 kms

    Description

    Tommy Thompson Park ( Leslie Spit) is located at the intersection of Leslie St and Unwin Ave in Toronto. It is winter and the start of the new year so please dress accordingly. As we will be hiking near the lake it might be a little colder  so dress for it. ICERS are advisable. The trail might be covered in a sheet of ICE,  ( if you have them bring them with you ).  Bring a snack, a hot drink, Water and any other essentials you will need for this outing.

    We will walk up to the light house and back. We meet in the sheltered area by the washrooms in the parking lot. Parking is FREE.  Please arrive by about 15 minutes prior to the departure time of 11:00 AM as we will be leaving on time.

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    First Day (Brisk Pace) Hike - Hike Leaders – Karen Capindale-Smith, Joel Smith and Dave Salt

    11:00 AM-1:00 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: New Year’s Day Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre 650 Governors Road, Dundas. The trail centre is the big red building which was the former train station about 200m from the parking lot.

    Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 7-9km

    Description

    Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event!  We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!

    Meet at the Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre by 10:45am for a 11am departure. Your hike leader(s) will lead you on an approximately 7-9km brisk-paced hike within the DVCA trails.

    Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club Volunteer Appreciation Event will be taking place in the Trail Centre (big red building) at 1pm. All are welcome to join in the refreshments as we toast our incredible volunteers. There will be badges and other Iroquoia Bruce Trail swag available for purchase until it runs out (please bring small bills/toonies/loonies). We will have door prizes, as well.

    Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.

    Pay parking is in effect $11 per vehicle and driver unless you have a HCA Pass.

    In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 6, 2024. It is important that everyone register.

     

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    First Day Children's Hike (Free Winter Junior Hiker Badge) Hike Leaders - Victoria Best and Cathie Green

    11:30 AM-1:00 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: New Year’s Day Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre 650 Governors Road, Dundas. The trail centre is the big red building which was the former train station about 200m from the parking lot.

    Hike Leader(s): Victoria Best Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: Approx 3-4km

    Description

    Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event!  We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!

    Meet at the Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre by 11:15am for a 11:30am departure. Your hike leader(s) will lead you on an approximately 3-4km hike for families with children within the DVCA trails. Children under 13 participating in this hike will earn the Winter Junior Hiker Badge free of charge.  https://www.iroquoia.on.ca/index.php/hiking/junior-hiker-program/

    Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club Volunteer Appreciation Event will be taking place in the Trail Centre (big red building) at 1pm. All are welcome to join in the refreshments as we toast our incredible volunteers. There will be badges and other Iroquoia Bruce Trail swag available for purchase until it runs out (please bring small bills/toonies/loonies). We will have door prizes, as well.

    Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.

    Pay parking is in effect $11 per vehicle and driver unless you have a HCA Pass.

    In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 6, 2024. It is important that everyone register.

    One parent or guardian may register on behalf of everyone in your party. All children are expected to be accompanied by at least one  parent or guardian.

     

     

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    New Year's Day Short President's Hike @ Firemen's Park

    11:30 AM-1:00 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Upper Parking Lot, Firemen’s Park, Niagara Falls

    Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 6 kms

    Description

    Join us for our annual New Year’s Day President’s Hike Celebration!

    This is the shorter of two hikes available to register for – we will hike a loop around Firemen’s Park – 90 minutes – 11:30 am start.  Pot luck New Year’s celebration to follow under the gazebo @ 1:00 pm – bring your favourite pot luck item to share!

    Members who don’t want to hike can meet at 1:00 pm at the gazebo for the New Year’s celebration.

     

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    First Day (Medium Pace) Hike - Hike Leaders – Asia Shin and Colleen Mabalay

    11:45 AM-1:00 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: New Year’s Day Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre 650 Governors Road, Dundas. The trail centre is the big red building which was the former train station about 200m from the parking lot.

    Hike Leader(s): Asia Shin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 4-6km

    Description

    Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event!  We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!

    Meet at the Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre by 11:30am for a 11:45pm departure. Your hike leader(s) will lead you on an approximately 4-6k, medium-paced hike within the DVCA trails.

    Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club Volunteer Appreciation Event will be taking place in the Trail Centre (big red building) at 1pm. All are welcome to join in the refreshments as we toast our incredible volunteers. There will be badges and other Iroquoia Bruce Trail swag available for purchase until it runs out (please bring small bills/toonies/loonies). We will have door prizes, as well.

    Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.

    Pay parking is in effect $11 per vehicle and driver unless you have a HCA Pass.

    In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 6, 2024. It is important that everyone register.

     

  • 01
    January 1, 2024

    First Day (Leisurely Pace) Hike - Hike Leaders –Janina Vanderpost and Ruth Moffatt

    12:00 PM-1:00 PM
    01/01/2024
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: New Year’s Day Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre 650 Governors Road, Dundas. The trail centre is the big red building which was the former train station about 200m from the parking lot.

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

    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: Approximately 3-4km

    Description

    Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event!  We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!

    Meet at the Dundas Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) at the Trail Centre by 11:45am for a 12pm departure. Your hike leader(s) will lead you on an approximately 3-4km hike within the DVCA trails.

    Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club Volunteer Appreciation Event will be taking place in the Trail Centre (big red building) at 1pm. All are welcome to join in the refreshments as we toast our incredible volunteers. There will be badges and other Iroquoia Bruce Trail swag available for purchase until it runs out (please bring small bills/toonies/loonies). We will have door prizes, as well.

    Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.

    Pay parking is in effect $11 per vehicle and driver unless you have a HCA Pass.

    In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 6, 2024. It is important that everyone register.

     

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