Hike Schedule

Forks of the Credit

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Map 15, Forks of the Credit. Roadside parking on the Forks of the Credit Rd. between Chisholm and Dominion Streets.
From Hwy 10, turn west onto Forks of the Credit Road and drive to roadside parking on right.
Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green, 416-317-3689, Text or email preferred Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 km loop

Description

This wintery hike will take us along snow and ice covered main Trail and area side trails, with the highlight being the forest trek to the Cataract Falls. Bring your choice of hydration and snacks or lunch. Depending on weather, bring “icers” and/or snowshoes. There is a dropout point after 7 km. An optional refreshment stop is planned for after the hike.

Gentle/Beginner Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): City View Park/Kerns Rd. Burlington
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: 8 km.

Description

This there and back hike will take us to Smokey Hollow on Waterdown Rd. in Watertown. The trail will give us some good views over the escarpment toward the Skyway Bridge and the lake and take us to Smokey Hollow, very important in the early days of Watertown. Bring a snack and water. Icers may be necessary. City View Park is on the east side of Kerns Rd. Enter via the most southerly entrance. Map 9.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 337 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

Sydenham Nature Reserve Side Trail

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): Maureen McFarland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing.
Distance: 3.6 km

Description

This new trail is on land that was generously donated by Clifford Keeling.  It creates a loop from Derry Line with the Keeling Side Trail.  The update to Map 32 showing the trail can be found on the Bruce Trail Conservancy website.  For more information, call or text 647-918-4180.

Fonthill Loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):

Meet-pkg lot Harold Black Park, Haist Rd., Fonthill.

Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7 km

Description

Moon Light Hike on the George Christie and Georgian Trails

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Bob Moenck (705) 481-1269 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr

Distance: approx. 2 hrs

Description

Second of two moonlight hikes. Badges available after the
hike at $5.00. We will carpool to the 11th line off Moun-
tain Rd and proceed with a snowshoe hike by moonlight,
although a flashlight could be in order if it is overcast. The
hike will be on the George Christie and Georgian Trails.
After the hike we will assemble in a location to be deter-
mined for a hot drink.

Iroquoia Winter E2E – 5 of 6 (20.3 km)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Happy Wanderers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Roadside Parking – km 83.5 on Guelph Line, south of No. 1 Sideroad. Do not block farm gate (10 cars) N43.388387, W79.854327
Shuttle to Roadside Parking – km 103.8 on Twiss Rd north of Derry Rd (6 cars) N 43.447743, W 79.953436
Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 20.3km

Description

For those looking to enjoy some winter hiking or to complete Iroquoia E2E and achieve their Winter badge, I have planned 6 Monday hikes. Please register ahead of the hike, so I can do car shuttle planning and to contact hikers if inclement weather requires us to re-schedule the hike. Email stevenwhite901@gmail.com or text 289-242-9415
Bring water, snack, lunch, hiking boots, icers. Sorry no dogs.

Snowshoeing with Stella - Kolapore

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Kolapore skiers parking lot on Grey Road 2, 650 m south of the trail. Map 25
Hike Leader(s): Stella Presthus Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 9 km

Description

We will walk to the start of the outing at km 23.8  for a round trip, in and back.  Snowshoe through old cedar groves, meadows and woodlots, above the cliffs at Metcalfe, with views of Mill Creek Valley.  Please read the participant guidelines below.

Participant Guidelines

1. All kms mentioned are according to maps in Edition 29 of The Bruce Trail Reference.
2. Please arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
3. Participants are expected to wear appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain. In summer, sturdy footwear is necessary. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate. It is a good idea to bring these items if there is snow on the ground and the hike leader will advise you as to the best footwear for the day. Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience.
4. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
5. Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated).
6. For spring and summer hikes bring sunscreen and insect repellent.
7. Please leave dogs at home.
8. Pace: Leisurely = 3km/hr or less, Medium = 3-4 km/hr, Brisk = 4-5 km/hr, Fast = 5+km/hr

Rotary Park - Monthly Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St.Catharines.

Hike Leader(s): Sheila Massey
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
: 6 km

Description

Rim of Africa - Night Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at Wiley Road parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Bring headlamp/flashlight, hiking poles and ice grips.

Hockley Valley - Cam Snell Side Trail

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Mono Community Centre hiker parking just east of Mono Centre Rd (2nd Line EHS) in Mono Centre.
Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage; Inge Eckerich; Bob Slack Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely, Moderate
Distance: 6.5 km

Description

We will hike the Main Trail and Cam Snell Side Trail loop. Bring icers and/or snowshoes.

Mono Cliffs winter hike (Map 19)

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Mono Centre Community Hall parking lot. From Hwy 10, go east on RR 8 to 2nd line EHS.
Hike Leader(s): Barbara Euler (cell phone on day of hike only 416-578-1744) Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13 km loop hike

Description

We will explore a number of the trails in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. Snowshoes or icers may be appropriate. If weather is poor, hike will be shortened to 9.5 km. Refreshments after.

"SOUPFEST" HIKE

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Bayfront Park, Bay Street North, Hamilton.
Hike Leader(s): Terry Rose 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

We will hike along Hamilton Harbour to Princess Point; from there we cross the playing fields, past the Catholic Cathedral and on to the Hamilton Convention Centre, arriving around 11:45. This will be the 18th Annual “SOUPFEST” and Iroquoia BTC, under various leaders, has been there for most of those years.

For $20 ($15 for seniors)** you get to select four delicious cups of soup from the best restaurants in the area (bread included).  The proceeds go to Living Rock Ministries, an NGO that does great work with troubled youth in Hamilton.  There is entertainment and door prizes with plenty of sporting and media celebrities on hand. For more information and advanced tickets go to: https://www.livingrock.ca/soupfest

** Advanced prices are $17 and $12

After lunch return to Bayfront Park at your leisure.

Silver Creek

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Hikers R Us
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm. From 401 north on Trafalgar Rd pass Georgetown turn left on highway 7 going north to Trafalgar Rd turn right go north about 2.0 turn right into Scotsdale Farmparking lot. Map 13,29.7 km
Hike Leader(s): Ronald Granger Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 12 Km

Description

Loop hike on the main trial ,Bennett Heritage and Robert side trails. Icers maybe required. pub stop after hike.

Walters Falls loop

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Linda Finley (519) 538-2247 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast – 5+ km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

We will carpool to The Falls Inn at Walters Falls to begin a
loop snowshoe along the river and through the surround-
ing woods. There are some steep, but short ascents. Bring
water and a snack. There will be an option for a hot soup
or lunch at the Falls Inn after the hike.

12 Mile Creek

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Rotary Park parking lot, Pelham Road.
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 km

Description

Joshua Creek South

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Meet In the North West corner of Maple Grove Shopping Centre
Hike Leader(s): Norman Young Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing

Description

A walk along Joshua Creek ravine over to  Lakeshore Park in Mississauga.

Dress appropriately for the weather, Bring snack, water and icers

Beaver Springs Loop

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): Franziska Edney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 3.6 km

Description

This loop will take us along blue and white trails, through hardwood forest, farmland and over an old beaver dam.  Approximately 1.5 – 2 hrs.

Snowshoe Seigerman Side Trail

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet on the shoulder of Sideroad 22B, east of Grey County Road 7. Map 27
Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: approx. 4.5 km, 2 hours

Description

This loop hike takes in the Seigerman Side Trail and parts of the main trail.  Please read the participant guidelines below.

Participant Guidelines

1. All kms mentioned are according to maps in Edition 29 of The Bruce Trail Reference.
2. Please arrive 15 minutes before start of hike.
3. Participants are expected to wear appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain. In summer, sturdy footwear is necessary. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate. It is a good idea to bring these items if there is snow on the ground and the hike leader will advise you as to the best footwear for the day. Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience.
4. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
5. Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated).
6. For spring and summer hikes bring sunscreen and insect repellent.
7. Please leave dogs at home.
8. Pace: Leisurely = 3km/hr or less, Medium = 3-4 km/hr, Brisk = 4-5 km/hr, Fast = 5+km/hr

Tobermory Family Day Snowshoe Weekend Feb.14-17

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tobermory
Hike Leader(s): Greg Vincent Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 km

Description

Snowshoeing the trails of the Bruce Peninsula National Park

We arrive in Tobermory Friday 14 Feb. and will snowshoe Saturday, Sunday and Monday morning. New to snowshoeing? We will help you. We stay and have our meals at the Princess Hotel in Tobermory, the weekend is restricted to those staying with us at the Princess Hotel. Please call the Princess 1-877-901-8282 for the costs and a reservation, please say you are with Greg Vincent’s snowshoeing weekend. You will need a car to access this outing. Questions? Contact Greg at Vincent.greg@gmail.com or 519- 579-8210.

Horseshoe winter coach trip

Registration required via email or TBTC login. Click here for details.

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location:
Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Wayne Crockett

Description

Difficulty:

Join us for a super day of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the Copeland Forest at Horseshoe Resort. Snowshoers: Experienced snowshoers join Wayne for a guided level II snowshoe hike. Alternatively, explore the resort’s trails on your own. Skiers: enjoy self-guided tours and glide through the forest on 40 KM of trials groomed for classic and skate skiing. Ski and snowshoe rentals available.

Departure time: 9 AM
Departure location: 10 York Mills Rd

Additional Notes:


Dropout available at

International Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps):

Meet in Dufferin Islands parking lot, Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, south of the Falls. Park in angled parking spots at the base of Burning Springs Hill.

Hike Leader(s): Bruce Manion Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15 km

Description

See the Falls from every angle and hike the parks on both sides of the Niagara River. Bring a passport or equivalent and $1 to cross the Rainbow Bridge to USA.

Snowshoe on Loree Forest loop

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Dennis Gerrard (705) 444-9252 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

The Loree Forest is a great place for a snowshoe this
time of year. We will carpool to the forest entrance
pathway on the 21st Sideroad and complete a loop hike
through the forest, with great views of Georgian Bay.
Bring water and snacks.

Rotary Park Loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St.Catharines (Map 3).
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Family Day Snowshoe at Grey Roots

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Family Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at Grey Roots Museum & Archives, 102599 County Road 18
Hike Leader(s): Sandra Howe Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing.

Description

Learn to snowshoe around Moreston Village from 1-4 pm.  Snowshoes available for loan.  Helpers and extra snowshoes welcome!  For more information, call or text 519-477-1537.