Hike Schedule

Woodend, Wetland Ridge and Margaret K Side Trails Hike

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

Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Merrilee Barnard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 6 km

Description

Meet At Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road parking lot and hike the Woodend, Wetland Ridge & Margaret K Side Trails as well as the main trail. 

Lake Promenade - Etobicoke Creek hike to Sherway Gardens

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): South bus terminus of 44 Kipling bus in Colonel Samuel Smith Park, Etobicoke, ON

Hike Leader(s): Ray Berzins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 7 km

Description

From southernmost bus stop of 44 Kipling bus we shall proceed South to Lake Ontario, then West along Lake Promenade to Marie Curtis Park where we shall proceed North along Etobicoke Creek to Sherway Gardens Mall.

We shall take a short lunch break at Marie Curtis Park.

The hike will end at the Sherway Gardens South bus stop of 123 Sherway bus near the Tim Hortons on West Mall just North of Evans Avenue. The 123 Sherway bus will transport you back to Kipling subway station.

Please bring your vaccination receipt. Thank you!

Silent Cold Moon Night Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
Location (Google Maps): Louth Conservation Area

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km

Description

Take in the Magical sights and sounds of Louth Conservation Area. Bring night light and dress for the weather . 5 night hikes to earn your badge

Numbers are limited due to Parking

Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
: 12k

Description

Note the New Start time

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Short Hike, Pelham Road - Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

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.  Bring hiking boots & water.

Hilton Falls

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 6th Line Nassagaweya, first parking lot.
From Highway 401 West, go north on Road 25, left on 5 Sideroad, it will become Campbellville Rd., continue on it, turn right on 6th Line Nassagaweya, parking entrance is on the left somewhat hidden, keep looking as you drive.
There is another but smaller parking lot about 1 kilometre further north, if you reach there turn back to the first one.

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 14 km

Description

It’s the last Tuesday of the year and let’s hike in the woods and hopefully snack around the fire place at Hilton Falls.
We will hike a combination of Hilton Falls Blue Trail and Conservation Area trails; it will be a complete round trip with a stop at the falls.
Bring your icers, gaiters, snack, water, and a warm drink if you like.
Social distancing is to be observed.
In the event parking at 6th Line is found overflowing, be ready to move to 10 Sideroad / 4th line Nassagaweya off Guelph Line, to be be decided when we are there.

Forks of the Credit Loop

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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

Caledon Hills, Map 15. Meet at Forks of the Credit Provincial Park parking lot off of McLaren Rd about 2 kms southeast of County Rd 24. From Caledon Village on Hwy 10, turn southwest. McLaren Rd is the second intersection on the left. Parking fee ($7.50) or Parks Ontario seasonal/annual permit required.

Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage; Inge Eckerich; Bob Slack Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6.5 or 3.5 km

Description

We will hike a loop consisting of the Meadow Trail, Main Trail and Dorothy Medhurst Side Trail. Shorter hike follows the Meadow Trail to Main Trail, looping back to parking by way of the Main Trail and south arm of the Meadow Trail.

Inglis Falls loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): In the parking lot behind Grey-Sauble Conservation Office, 237897 Inglis Falls Road, Owen Sound

Hike Leader(s): Carol & Patrick Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be icy and slippery sections.
Distance: 3.8 km plus road section

Description

Inglis Falls loop. We can walk along the new road to make this a loop. Approx. 2 hours. Icers and poles suggested.

Crawford Lake/Rattlesnake Point CA's

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Hikers R Us
Location (Google Maps): Crawford Lake CA: enter from Conservation Rd (formerly Steeles Ave), just east of Guelph Line; parking area closest to gatehouse.

Hike Leader(s): Ronald Granger Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 14 km

Description

Meet at Crawford Lake Conservation Area parking area nearest to the gatehouse. Conservation Authority reservation fee system is in effect. Make two consecutive Crawford Lake CA reservations beginning at 9:00 one week before the hike.

We will take the Crawford Lake Side Trial to the Main Trail and hike past the lookout and then down into the Nassagaweya Canyon and up to the top of the Rattlesnake Point CA ridge. We will return to our cars via blue and white trails. This hike includes steep inclines in and out of the Nassagaweya Canyon. Ice and snow could make the trail treacherous.

Dress appropriately for the weather and for icy or snow-covered trails. Icers/micro spikes or snowshoes may be required. Bring food and water, hiking boots, cold weather outerwear, personal first aid kit. No dogs please.

Direct inquiries to Victoria at victoriaahb@yahoo.ca at least 12 hours prior to the hike.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the hike start time of 9:30 AM. Register using the hiking schedule. Cancellations the morning of the hike please call 905-257-6815.

Brantford Waterworks Park

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Brantford Glenhurst Gardens upper parking lot. 20 Ava Rd Brantford

Hike Leader(s): Lorraine Sherred Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 8to 10 Km

Description

several loops along river in Waterworks Park.

9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

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

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k

Description

Note the New Start Time From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike

Short Hike - Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous

Description

Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail.  You must register for each hike. Bring hiking boots and water.

RBG North Shore Trail

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at the circular parking lot at the RBG Arboretum (Nature Center).

Hike Leader(s): Linda Robinson 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

Meet at the RBG Arboretum (Nature Center) parking lot at 9:45 AM for a 10 AM start. East hike, a few hills. Bring water, snack and icers, if there is snow/ice on the ground.

Speed River Trail

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): RR32, just south of the bridge

Hike Leader(s): Louise Langlais Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 12-15 km

Description

We will hike along the Speed River, from RR 32 to Blackbridge Road. We will cross the bridge and also hike a short while on the opposite side of the river. We will then re-trace our steps back to our cars. We will be alert for ducks and other birds that frequent this area.

Greenwood CA, Ajax

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Greenwood Conservation Area, Ajax, Ontario

Hike Leader(s): Glynn Richardson; Tanya Cora Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14 km

Description

Happy New Year! Let’s start 2022 with a hike!

Join myself and Tanya on a First Day hike through Greenwood Conservation Area along both the Trans Canada and Greenwood CA trails.

Bring snacks, lunch, water. Hiking boots and trail crampons are mandatory. You might want to consider hiking poles and gaitors as well.

There will be no dropouts and no dogs.

Check the weather and dress accordingly.

All participants are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Toronto apprentice hike leaders; if this hike is of interest to you, please contact me.

Cherry Beach Downtown Toronto

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Cherry Beach Down town Toronto

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri

Pace: Brisk, Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 14-15KM

Description

Park  in Cherry Beach parking lot

Covid 19 protocol and procedure is in effect in parking lot and during hike, social distancing is mandatory all the time.

It is winter time all participants are required to have Ice cleats with them, have proper shoes, warm clothing and hot drinks with you.

Some safety procedures during the hike:

1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of them.

Kolapore New Year’s Day Snowshoe

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Blue Mountain Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Rosemary Petrie – (705) 293-4444 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 6-8 km

Description

CANCELLED!! Start the year off on the right foot!
This hike starts at the cross country skiers parking lot on County Rd 2.
We will go across the road and onto a traIl marked with BLUE RIBBONS which is for snowshoeing only.
We proceed through woods and some short hills and foot bridges until we enter Mitchell’s Woods.
Then we arrive at the Metcalfe Rock area where we turn around
and retrace our steps to the parking lot.
A very beautiful hike with varied terrain and some great views.
Bring water and a snack.

Terra Cotta

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Winston Churchill Blvd. intersection with Caledon Trailway.
Driving direction: North on Highway 410, continue on Highway 10 north, left on King Street (9), right on Winston Churchill Blvd., drive 1 kilometre to the road side parking on either side of the road.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq 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

Description

Will hike Terra Cotta Side Trail and the main Bruce Trail, a complete round trip to start new year on a hiking note. We will find an appropriate place to stop for snacks and drink. Shelter will be an option if willing to wait little longer for fuelling. This will be an opportunity to shed some grams of weight you may have added the night before – to be fit for 2022 hikes.
Bring usual stuff, snack, water, poles, icers. Warm drink is good this time of the year.
Physical distancing is to be maintained.

To the Falls and Back

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: New Year’s Day Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area, 650 Governor’s Rd., Dundas

Hike Leader(s): Phillip Armstrong 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: Approx. 8 – 9 km.

Description

Bring in the New Year with an energetic hike, up and down the hills of the Dundas Valley Conservation Area. Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start at the Trail Centre.  We will be heading to Canterbury Falls, stopping at the spring for some “tasty” water, the Hermitage and more interesting spots. We will then return from the falls to the Trail Centre. (Depending on weather and trail conditions we could do a loop hike  to Sherman Falls and back.) Conservation Area Pass or parking fee in effect. Bring water, a snack, poles if using and icers.
Leader: Phill Armstrong 416 895 3937 hikingrandpa@gmail.com

Winter in the Forest

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: New Year’s Day Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area, 650 Governor’s Rd. Dundas

Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 6 – 7 km.

Description

Start the new year with a lovely hike in the forests of the Dundas Valley Conservation Area. Meet at the Trail Centre,  past the last parking lot and up the hill. (Bathrooms available) The hike begins at 10:30 so try to arrive about 10:15. We will complete the Sawmill Trail loop which goes through some some lovely pine and deciduous forests. Some hills. Bring water, a snack and poles if using. Icers may be necessary. (For the energetic we could complete the Deer Trail loop afterwards.) Conservation Area Pass or parking fee.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

New Year's Day at Dundas Valley Conservation Area: Main Loop Trail

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: New Year’s Day Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area
650 Governors Road, Dundas
ON, L9E 5E3

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 3.4 Km

Description

The Main Loop Trail is a journey through a mature deciduous forest hemlock groves, stream valleys, an old apple orchard and open meadow. Points of interest also include the Trail Centre, Hermitage Ruins, Sulphur Spring and Hermitage Cascade.

Depending on weather, icers may needed.

Leslie Spits (Tommy Thompson Park)

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): The Tommy Thompson Park is at the SOUTH end of Leslie st at Unwin ave .

Hike Leader(s): Victor Ramautar, Cel: 416-708-8199; co-leader Fred Berktin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat, Other (Refer to Description)
Distance: 10-12 kms

Description

It is New Years Day and experience tells me it will perhaps be very cold . It is advisable that all hikers coming on this hike MUST have ICERS. While the route to the lighthouse is flat most of the trail will probably be covered with ice. So, dress for the weather. Bring a lunch and a HOT drink along with water, and any other essential you might need for the day.

Parking is FREE. We meet in the parking lot. So that we can start the hike on time I urge everyone to arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time.

Noon New Year's Day hike at DVCA

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: New Year’s Day Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area and Bruce Trails

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 10kms

Description

This is a 10-12 loop hike on DVCA trails and Bruce Trail – Park at the Dundas Valley Conservation Area Trail Centre-HCA Pass or charges apply per vehicle $11. No reservations required

Meet outside at the entrance to the Trail Centre by the picnic tables by 12 noon-We will hike the Main trail to the Merrick Apple Orchard and follow a few sides trails to Artaban Road

We will then go down the road to Sherman Falls and back along the newly reinstated Bruce Trail Main Trail to Canterbury Falls and back onto the DVCA Main Trail past the Hermitage Ruins to complete this trail and return to the Trail Centre. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and foot ware – Icers recommended as parts of this trail can be icy depending on weather conditions- Pack water/snack/hiking pole/cell phone

Washrooms should be open at Trail Centre-masks required  Any questions, concerns -please text or email 416-931-2095 cathiekygreen@gmail.com

Dundas Valley Main Loop and maybe more

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: New Year’s Day Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area (start at the Train station)

Hike Leader(s): Allan Meyer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

A great way to clear your head and start the New Year. Please join me for a fresh holiday hike. Please wear good footwear, bring icers as the terrain could be slippery. We will do the main loop and maybe a bit more. Please meet outside at the train station.

New Year’s Day Hike - Kemble Rock

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): 294 Park Street, Georgian Bluffs

Hike Leader(s): Robert Knapp Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Start the year off correctly by enjoying a 6 km snowshoe/hike.  If it is stormy, then we will hike closer to the meeting place.  Approx. 2.5 hours.  Please preregister by December 29th so the Knapps know how many people to expect.

HIKE-IN-2-2022 / RIVER & RUIN

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: New Year’s Day Hike
Location (Google Maps): Kilbride Park. Parking Lot is in behind Kilbride Public School.

Hike Leader(s): Joe Borges 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, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 7.2 km

Description

This is an Iroquoia New Year’s Day Hike starting at 2:00 in the afternoon and taking about 2 hours. 2/2 in 2022:)

It’s an in & out hike where will start & end at Kilbride Park. The parking lot is in behind the school next to the Tennis Courts.

This is a short hike with deceiving elevation changes (the Lowville Valley is steep in spots), there are lots of ups and downs, roots… although not too rocky a section. It’s a very beautiful track including a boardwalk through the marsh and a neat bridge over Bronte Creek. We we then do the River & Ruin Side Trail Loop along Bronte Creek with a stop at the “Ruin” the old Cleaver Farm House. And then we’ll head back to the cars.

Speed of Hike is Moderate at 3-3.5 KM / per hour. (Although stopping for photos is allowed:)

Please ensure you check the weather and are dressed appropriately with layers. Boots are required. Poles are recommended.  If weather gets cold and icy, please have crampons (ice cleats) with you. And please bring at least 1L of water, snacks/food.

Dufferin Hi-Land Annual New Years Day Hike

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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

Dufferin Hi-Land, Map 19. Meet at the Mono Community Centre parking lot. Take Mono Centre Road east from Hwy 10 and look for the Community Centre on your right as you approach the stop sign in Mono Centre.

Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions
Distance: 4.8 or 7.5 km

Description