Hike Schedule

Burnt Point Loop Trail

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Northern Terminus Cairn, Bay St, Tobermory, ON, Canada

Hike Leader(s): Saabir Sohrab Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~10km

Description

Get ready for some breathtaking sights as we hike along the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula’s Georgian Bay side – The Burnt Point loop trail with a detour to the Mermaid’s Cove

On this trail you can expect: repeated uphill and downhill sections, areas of uneven and exposed rock, and challenging footing particularly on the rocky beaches.

Dress in layers according to weather and wear footwear for rugged terrain.

Bring water, lunch and snacks.

Park admission fee applies.

Mimico Creek Trail, Part 2 - Wayne Crockett's Frustrating Pre-hike from May 23, 2020

Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Bloor Islington Place, just inside the Islington Ave. exit in front of Urban Fresh. Take the tunnel from Islington Subway Stn and turn left into Bloor Islington Place. Washrooms beyond Urban Fresh.

Hike Leader(s): Andrew Proczek, Tom Swales

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat, Variable
Distance: 12.5 km

Description

In November we lost one of the most dedicated and personable hike leaders our club has ever seen in Wayne Crockett. As well as his impeccable leadership skills and knowledge of Canadian history, Wayne was known for his dry-wit humor. Attempting the Mimico Creek Trail, south of Bloor Street, on an early morning in Spring, during another Covid lockdown, Wayne posted on his Facebook page, “…based on someone once telling me that with a little perseverance, you can find a path along the Mimico Creek from Bloor to the lake shore (about 4 km in a straight line). They lied or I misremembered. I did find some nice stretches of natural path running within a metre or two of the creek but they always dead ended and I had to retrace and do some road walking to find another point of access… Not going to be added to my repertoire, there would be a mutiny for sure.” And commenting on his own picture of some ducks lounging in the creek he wrote, “They were laughing. Ha, this Hooman just walked by here going the other way five minutes ago….” I plan to keep a few of Wayne’s frustrations as part of the hike, with the group not knowing if we are passing through or having to double back. Let the ducks laugh! Little did you know, Wayne, that we would follow you anywhere.

Come join Tom Swales and I as we complete the Mimico Creek trail that we started on December 18th at Eglington Avenue hiking as far as Van Dusen Blvd. just south of Bloor St. In Part two we will pick up the trail from the Subway bridge at Tom Riley park retracing Wayne’s hike in its entirety to the mouth of Mimico Creek at Lake Ontario. From there we will do a circuit of both Humber Bay East* and West Parks and work our way west to Amos Waites Park at Lake Shore Blvd & Mimico Avenue finishing at Birds & Beans Cafe, an organic & eco-friendly coffee house.

*Humber Bay Park East is in fact closed due to construction and not due to reopen until early 2024. In its place will do a section of Palace Pier Park going east and then loop back.

From our end point you can catch either the #76 bus to Royal York Subway Stn or the #501 going west to Long Branch and Mississauga Transit or east into downtown.

Please arrive 15 minutes early and remember to bring your icers.

The up-to-date route : https://onthegomap.com/s/238dfts9

Iroquoia E2Ein10 - Hikes 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10 NEW YEAR led by Bryon Robertson | Weekdays, Brisk

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia

Location (Google Maps): Various locations throughout the Iroquoia section of the Bruce Trail

Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Varies by hike, 10 – 16km

Description

This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining an average hourly pace of at least 3.5 km./ hr.

Please first register for Bryon’s odd-numbered hikes here.

And then join the waitlist on this hike listing.  Only those who have registered for Bryon’s odd-numbered E2E in 10 hikes will be moved off the waitlist and registered into an even-numbered series.

If you prefer to do these hikes on the same day as the odd-numbered hikes, please register for Bryon’s “same day” even-numbered E2E in 10 hikes.

Dundas Rail Trail to DVCA - RESCHEDULED to MONDAY JAN 9

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): MEET at Hamilton Rail Trail -Binkley Road parking lot
To find Binkley Road parking lot -Take Governor’s road heading west past the main entrance of DVCA to Binkley Road
Turn left onto Binkley road and quick right turn onto Old Highway 99
The parking lot is beside the rail trail entrance on the left

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 12 kms

Description

Winter hike on trails leading into Dundas Valley Conservation area. We will start on the Hamilton Rail Trail from the Binkley Road parking lot and follow that to Gravel Pit Road and onto the Headwaters trail  We will hike to the Lookout trail, have a break/lunch and head back via the Reforestation Trail, Mineral Springs Road and back onto the rail trail to our parked cars. Suitable trail for dogs as long as leashed and friendly.  Please have water to hike and wear suitable clothing for the weather- Bring a snack/lunch, hiking boots, poles and ICERS -Dundas Valley trails can be quite icy depending on the weatherAny questions or concerns, please email me at cathiekygreen@gmail.com or text 416-931-2095

8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #2 Kinsman Park to Glen Road

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet Parking Area Glen Road Carpool to Kinsmen Park Frost Rd Beamsville.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 13.2 kms

Description

We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2022  to  March 21, 2023.
Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 5

To the Falls and Back

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Halton Agreement Forest. Intersection of 10th Sideroad East and Fourth Line Nassagaweya

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: 9-10 km.

Description

Today’s hike takes place in the Halton Agreement Forest which offers a myriad of trails, both hiking and biking. We will use a combination of both to hike to Hilton Falls and return. Hopefully we will have enough snow to make the trails easy to navigate. Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start at the intersection of 10th Sideroad (east of Guelph Line) and Fourth Line Nassagaweya. Bring water, a snack, icers and poles if using. If cancelling after 4:00 pm. on the day before the hike please text or email the leader.

Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

9:00 Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park, King & Centre St., Niagara-on-the-Lake

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-8km

Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL

Cancelled -Winter Coach Trip: Wasaga Beach Provincial Park

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Wasaga Nordic

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Duro Vukman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Description

Due to the contuing warm temperatures and lack of snow this trip has been cancelled.

Bus departs 10 York Mills Rd at 8:30 AM and Major Mackenzie Dr and HWY 400 Park and Ride at 8:50 AM. If you wish to be picked up at the Major Mackenzie Dr and HWY 400 Park and Ride, select that option when you register. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. The bus waits for no one.

Join us for an awesome day of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the forests and dunes of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park. Enjoy self-guided tours on trails groomed for classic and skate skiing, or join Duro for a fun guided snowshoe hike.

There are no food services in the park. Pack water/tea and lunch.

Coach fares must be paid online when you register. Trail fees will be collected in cash on the bus. Masks are mandatory while on the bus.

9:00 International Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park at the Floral Showhouse, Niagara Parkway, just south of the Falls. Paid parking. Niagara Parks Parking passes suggested.

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 15km

Description

See the Falls from every angle except overhead!  Hike to the Rainbow bridge, tour the American side and return to the Canadian Side of the Falls.  Bring your passport/Nexus card to cross the bridge and $1 fee.  You may have to present your vaccination status.

Allow extra time for going through customs.

Pine River Discovery Hike

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

Second Line and 15 Sideroad in Mulmur Ontario. From Orangeville, head north on hwy #10 to hwy #89. Turn left and head west to county road #124. Turn right and head north to 15 Sideroad. Turn right and follow to 2nd line. Parking is on the east side of 2nd Line, just north of 15 Sideroad

Hike Leader(s): Tom Thayer and Susan Bate Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate, Strenuous
Distance: 6 km

Description

We will be exploring the winter wonders that the Pine River Nature Reserve offers.

This is a snowshoe hike so please be sure to bring your snowshoes.  Should the weather not behave and snow is not in abundance, we will still do the hike but icer’s would be recommended in this case as there is sure to still be icy patches within the reserve.

Bring snowshoes, icers, mitts, hats, food, and dress according to the weather.  To see the current conditions on the day of the hike, click here to access a weather station that is 5 minutes from the reserve.

Urban Walk; Waterfront Trail 2/8 - Mississauga Waterfront

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

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

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 8.9 km

Description

Please join me at Union Station under the clock inside the Great Hall no later than 9:00 am.  We will take the Lakeshore West train departing 9:14 am, arriving 9:42 am (subject to GO Transit schedule changes).  If you want to meet us in Port Credit, please be there by 9:42 am.  We start hiking no later than 10:00 am.  Consider purchasing the $10 day pass for the GO train for use with your smart phone.  Some of you may find the regular senior rate is cheaper.  Purchase your ticket / pass in advance.

We will hike from Port Credit to Long Branch along the shoreline.  The estimated distance is 8.9 km.  Here is an online map of our route – Port Credit to Long Branch

Bring a snack, at least 2 liters of water, and icers.  Dress for cold weather.

10:00 Winter Nature Hike

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

Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5km

Description

NBTC WINTER NATURE HIKE

Join us for this first of four 2023 NBTC Nature Hikes to learn more about the biodiversity along the Niagara Escarpment.  We will explore the trails throughout Louth Conservation area which offer beauty in all four seasons.  Hikes will be held January, April, July & October – it will be amazing to see all the changes throughout the seasons.  Your hike leaders, members of the NBTC Biodiversity Committee, will share their knowledge of the amazing flora & fauna along the trail as well as any biodiversity projects in the works for this year.

Be sure to register in advance as space is limited & the hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow.

Contact Alicia Aitchison, aliciaaitchison1@gmail.com, with any questions.