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- 01April 1, 2024
Sydenham in 6 Challenger Series - Fundraiser
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/sydenham-in-6-challenger-series-fundraiser/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-04-01 at 07:45
2024-04-02 at 07:00
2024-04-03 at 07:00
2024-04-08 at 07:45
2024-04-09 at 07:00
2024-04-10 at 07:00Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Fundraiser
Location (Google Maps):Hike Leader(s): Margaret O’Dell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast: more than 5 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There are crevices or holes which may be hidden by layers of snow. Hike with extreme caution., There might be icy and slippery sections., There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.Description
This is a Challenger series of hikes; we will complete the entire 171.6 km of the Sydenham section in 6 hikes. At the same time, we will be raising funds in support of the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club to earn the new Hart’s Tongue Stained Glass badge. The cost of the badge is included in your registration fee. There are no refunds permitted for this series. You are registering for 6 hikes, please review the dates carefully to ensure you are able to participate fully. Registration is limited to 6 persons.- This hike series is intended for experienced distance hikers only. Hikers must be able to sustain the distance and maintain a fast pace.
- If a hiker is unable to keep pace with the group, or finds the distance too challenging, their future hike registrations may be canceled by the hike leader.
- Be very aware of your ability to join this series.
- Hikes will average 4.5 km per hour including breaks, moving pace is 5 km per hour;
- Expect to be on-trail for 7 – 8 hours;
- Meeting time is scheduled for 7:45am on Apr 1 and Apr 8 to allow for extra travel time, for the other dates we will meet at 7:00am; arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to the meeting time;
- Hikers must carry sufficient hydration, accessible snacks, lunch, first-aid kit, rain gear, extra socks, and possibly protective boot covers (i.e. bags);
- Hikers will be expected to participate in shuttling hikers to the start and to drive shuttlers back to their car. Responsibility will be shared equally;
- Any applicable parking fees will be shared within the group.
Summary of the itinerary:
- Apr 1: Blantyre to Bognor Marsh: 27 km
- Apr 2: Bognor Marsh to Bayview Escarpment: 28.1 km
- Apr 3: Bayview Escarpment to Hwy 6/10 Owen Sound: 26.6 km (includes closure of KOA)
- Apr 8: Hwy 6/10 Owen Sound to East Linton: 28.9 km
- Apr 9: East Linton to Dodd’s Hill Side Trail: 29.2 km
- Apr 10: Dodd’s Hill Side Trail to Bluewater Beach Park Wiarton: 26.8 km
A detailed schedule will be provided in advance of the series to registered hikers.
- 01April 1, 2024
Car Hike: Sydenham E2E 4/8
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-sydenham-e2e-4-8/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):We will meet at km 62.4 GPS coordinates N 44.592032,W 80.793507, Irish Block Rd.
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Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk, Moderate
Terrain: Challenging, Variable
Distance: 19 kmDescription
The 4th of 8 hikes to complete the Sydenham section. We will carpool to km 86.3, Centennial Tower and hike back. This hike will skip the KOA loop as this area is closed until May 1st. Bring icers and 2 litres of water. We will follow the Covid 19 instructions. Please arrive at 8:15 so the shuttle can leave by 8:30. Expected moving pace is 4-4.5 km per hour. Everyone is expected to participate in the car shuttle during the 8 days hike. - 02April 2, 2024
Boyd's Crevices to Harrison Park followed by lunch at the Inn
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/boyds-crevices-to-harrison-park-followed-by-lunch-at-the-inn/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Harrison Park parking lot close to the bridgeHike Leader(s): Sheri Anne Hatcher Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.Description
We will meet in the Harrison Park parking lot and shuttle to 10th Concession S at km 81.3 where we will start our hike. We will hike through Boyds Crevices and then continue on the Main Trail until we reach the Palisades Side Trail at km 89. We will take the side trail and head north to the Harrison Park Side Trail which will take us back to the parking lot. If interested, we will end the hike with lunch at the Inn. The hike will take us through beautiful forests, past giant dolostone blocks and through spectacular crevices. Truly magical! - 02April 2, 2024
Car Hike: Valley View and Maple view Parks Thornhill
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-valley-view-and-maple-view-parks-thornhill/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 2 blocks south of highway 7,parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star boxHike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 7-8 kmDescription
We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and walk along German Mill Creek, - 02April 2, 2024
9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-28/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack, and dress for the weather
- 02April 2, 2024
9:15 Short Hills Provincial Park
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hills-provincial-park/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial, Pelham Rd. St Catharines, OnHike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6kmDescription
Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, (icers if needed) and a drink. - 02April 2, 2024
Hockley Valley - Dunby Rd/Cam Snell Side Trails
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hockley-valley-dunby-rd-cam-snell-side-trails-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):Caledon Hills Section, Hockley Valley, Map 18, Meet at the parking lot on the south side of Dunby Rd, Km 68.0
Hike Leader(s): Inge Eckerich; Tony Evangelista ,Julie Daley, Les Babbage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 6.5 km, short hike 4kmDescription
We will meet at the roadside parking on Dunby Rd, and hike south along the Main trail for 2.5 km. We will then follow the Cam Snell Side Trail loop (2km), and return on the Main trail. For those wishing a shorter hike, return to the parking before the Side Trail (4km). Please come prepared for the weather. Snowshoes, icers and/or poles may be needed. Bring snack. - 02April 2, 2024
Erindale Park - Culham Trail Walk
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/erindale-park-culham-trail-walk/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Erindale Park in Mississauga. We will meet at the back of the first parking lot by the washrooms.Hike Leader(s): Jerry Bakker Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 11 kmDescription
A nice mix of urban wilderness and city amenities. - 02April 2, 2024
Eclipse Program at W.J. McCallion Planetarium (McMaster University)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/eclipse-program-at-w-j-mccallion-planetarium-mcmaster-university/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): W.J. McCallion Planetarium, Burke Science Building
McMaster University, Hamilton, ONHike Leader(s): BTC Staff Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Description
This year, for the first time in almost 375 years, a total solar eclipse will be casting a shadow across the Niagara Escarpment. This means that on April 8, 2024 the moon will pass between the sun and the earth and sections of the Bruce Trail, particularly in the south, will be prime viewing locations.To celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event, the Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) is hosting three FREE eclipse-themed planetarium programs for BTC members, offered by the W. J. McCallion Planetarium at McMaster University.
In this one-hour program in the unique domed planetarium, we’ll learn all about eclipses in general, how to view the upcoming solar eclipse safely, and what exactly to expect on April 8.
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Our group will meet outside the Burke Science Building at 3:30 pm. Program starts promptly at 4:00 pm and doors do not reopen.
Be prepared for paid parking on campus.
Directions and parking rates: https://planetarium.physics.mcmaster.ca/directions/
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Seating is limited and registration is required. Limit of two tickets per membership.
- 03April 3, 2024
Hockley Valley on the 4th Line - Part 1
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hockley-valley-on-the-4th-line-part-1/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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: 12 kmDescription
We will park on the 4th Line in the Caledon Hills section and beginning at
km 54.5, we will hike to km 49.0 (Airport Road) and return. The trail descends by way of
switchback, passes through valleys and climbs the eastern ridge. Bring a snack or lunch
and water.