Hike Schedule

Nels Maher and Edmonstone loops

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): GXT

Hike Leader(s): Danuta Valleau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 3 km

Description

Deep snow will require snowshoes, icy conditions will require non-slip soles/icers.

We will carpool to Kemble and start of Nels Maher Side Trail which leads through mixed forest to join the main trail at km 143.9. First part is easy. The main trail skirts the escarpment crossing Kemble Rock Rd., and the Edmonstone Side trail at km 145.7 will return us to the parking area. We may see early wildflowers, as well as many fern species, including the at risk Hart’s Tongue Fern.

9:00 Beamsville Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Meet in parking lot at Kinsmen Park, Beamsville

Hike Leader(s): Kathleen Manson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8km

Description

We will head east and visit Cave Springs CA and return.

It is mostly level with some hills and a lot of tricky footing.

Hiking poles are highly recommended.  Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.  There are a lot of rocks and crevices.

Please arrive 15 minutes early.

If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other members may take your spot.

Hike Leader reserves the right to modify the hike.

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7

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

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Huntington park and walk  along  German Mill Creek,

It is winter time and trail is hilly bring proper clothing, ,hiking boots ,and ice cleats.

9:00 Long Hike Rockway

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

Rockway

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10km

Description

Due to the trail conditions in Short Hills hike has moved to Rockway
Register for each hike

Bring Poles water, snack, Icers and dress for the weather

Primrose Loop Side Trail to Murphy's Pinnacle

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dufferin Hi-land. Map 20. Meet at roadside parking on Prince of Wales Rd. (County Rd. 19) where the Primrose Loop Side Trail crosses Prince of Wales Rd. From Primrose (intersection of Hwy 10 and 89) drive north for about 1.5 km. Parking is about 0.7 km north of the bridge on the east side of the road.

Hike Leader(s): Tony Evangelista, Les Babbage, Inge Eckerick, Julie Daley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: Long hike 7 km Short hike 3km

Description

We will hike the Primrose Loop Side Trail on the west side of Prince of Wales Rd. Then, after crossing the road, we will head toward the Main Trail where we will turn left towards Murphy’s Pinnacle, climb to the top and take in the view. We will then return to Prince of Wales Rd. The short hike will end after completing the Primrose Loop Side Trail.

Icers are recommended. Bring water and snacks. Snowshoes may be needed if the snow is deep.

Optional refreshment stop at SuperBurger in Primrose after the hike.

Speyside, Map 12

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Pear Tree parking lot, 15 Sideroad.
Driving directions: From Highway 401 going west, turn right (north) on Road 25, left on 15 Sideroad, drive about 300 m to Pear Tree parking lot on the left.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 km

Description

Will hike southwards from the parking lot, main Bruce Trail, Al Shaw Side Trail and Vanderleck Side Trail to 17 Sideroad; after snack break will trace our steps back to the parking lot.
Dress according to weather, poles are recommended.
Bring water and snack of your choice.
Hike leaders phone contact for hiking day: 416-566-0503

Hart's Triple Inferno EARLY START

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register online ONLY
Location (Google Maps):

Hike Leader(s): Hart Fischer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12 km

Description

CONTACT Hike Leader to get directions for meet-up point. Three steep climbs makes for a very challenging hike. Footing is generally good but we may encounter some spots that are tricky along the way and
some road hiking. Terrain includes shale and sandstone. We will include Russ McConnell Side Trail, John Haigh Side Trail and Pretty River Side Trail at some point
along the way when you are least expecting it. It is always a strenuous and fulfilling adventure. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

RBG North Shore Trail

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the circular parking lot by the paviloin at the RBG Arboretum at 9:45

Hike Leader(s): Linda Robinson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: about 7 km

Description

There are some hills. Be aware  there are lyme disease carrying ticks in this area.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather

9:15 Short Hike, Jordan Hollow

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, 3039 King St., Jordan Station

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails around Jordan and Ball’s Falls. Bring hiking boots, water and icers.

Maple Cross Reserve near Kemble, ON

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

319897 Kemble Rock Road, Kemble Arena. Carpool from this location to trail head

Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections.
Distance: 5.0 km approx

Description

We will make a balloon loop through this beautiful forest reserve from Concession 24 road allowance access. Water and snacks as needed. Text or call hike leader 226-787-8804 for any questions or if unable to register.

Car Hike: Toronto E2E 1/3

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

We will meet at km 17.4 (GPS N43.615163, W79.975157) on the east side of the road where the trail crosses Fourth Line.

Hike Leader(s): Jacquie Van Dyke Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 18 km

Description

This is the first of three hikes to hike the Toronto section E2E. We will be hiking in early spring conditions (mud, ice, snow) so be prepared for it all. Please bring your icers, gaitors, and poles. Hiking boots/shoes are mandatory. Please bring at least 2L of water, snacks, and your lunch.

We will be shuttling to Hilton Falls CA parking, close to Appleby Line, and hiking by the location of the first blaze on the Bruce Trail. Please note, we will need to pay for parking at Hilton Falls. If any hiker has an annual pass, please let me know. Pass holders can do this shuttle and the rest of the hikers are expected to pay the driver $2. If there are no pass holders, hikers will share the cost of the parking. Hikers are expected to follow all Covid 19 restrictions.

Please arrive by 8:00 so we can get organized. We will begin our shuttle at 8:15 am.

Car Hike: Bethesda Trail Richmond Hill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Meet at Bethesda Trail Head Parking on Bethesda Sideroad off Bayview Avenue, across from Lake Wilcox. This parking lot is free.

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

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17KM

Description

Join us to explore Jefferson Forest and Bond lake ,

Please bring  hiking poles, proper closing and shoes and lots of water,

Please carefully read  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.

Beaverdale Forest

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): Michael Treuman 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 park at km 91.9 on Sideroad 16C in the Beaver Valley section.
We will follow the white blazed trail north to km 94.9 and return via the Sligo Side Trail
to the cars. The trail meanders through varied wilderness terrain that includes extensive
wetlands, a large beaver pond, deciduous forest, spruce and pine plantations and an
old forest road. Bring a snack and water.

Urban Walk: Sherwood Park/Sunnybrook Park

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

NE Corner Yonge & Lawrence (by subway exit)

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 12 KM

Description

Join us for a hike through ravines from Yonge & Lawrence to Sunnybrook & Serena Gundy parks to end at Brentcliffe & Eglinton. Those who wish may continue to a refreshment stop at the Longo’s on Laird Ave.  All are welcome but proper ice traction footwear (icers) is mandatory for safety reasons.

Soup's On Hike! Foothills in Ravenna

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): There is a long driveway up to the house, some cars will park at the top, when that’s full, others will park along the driveway. The property is located at 496101 on the Eastside of Grey Rd 2. – exactly 1k North of the Ravenna Country Market.

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: Approx. 4 km, about 1 1/2 hours

Description

SOUP’S ON!  Join us for a lovely snowshoe on the property of Larry & Barb Hall, where we’ll hike through well laid out trails to see some wonderful views. Afterward we’ll enjoy a warming lunch in their home.  They will provide the soup, plus coffee & tea and you’ll bring a sandwich, or your choice of accompaniment to go with it.  If you’d like to bring goodies to share for dessert, feel free!  Folks are welcome to show up just for the lunch, or conversely, just for the hike.  If you are there just for lunch, please arrive about 12:00p.m. We may still be on the trail.  Depending on the conditions, we may use snowshoes, icers or just boots, so please come prepared. If you have any questions please contact beavervalleytrailactivities@gmail.com. The hike leader will inform the group in the morning on Mar. 23  if weather conditions preclude the hike.  Hope to see you there!  Please car pool if possible.

COVID-19 Precautions for your Hike 

1. Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
   Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/
2. If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.

Transportation

All hikers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the hike.

Currently, there are no car shuttles on hikes – all hikes must be out-and-back or loop hikes.

Other Guidelines

1. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
2. Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
   Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
   Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience.
3. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
4. Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
5. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).