Hike Schedule

Heartland Forest Junior hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps): Heartland Forest

Hike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 1k

Description

Join us for a fun stroll through the forest as we search for turtles, dragonflies and butterflies. Finish the walk with a stop at the playground.

This hike is aimed at ages 2 to 10. Adults to accompany children and registration is to be completed for all attending.  The trail is accessible for all to enjoy.

We will meet in front of the Nature Centre. Please bring bug spray, sunscreen, hats and water.

8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km

Description

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

Bring Poles, Sunscreen, bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather

9:15 Short hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park

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 Shorthills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray. Please help prevent the spread of invasive species by cleaning your boots following the hike. Please check yourself for ticks following the hike.

Scotsdale Farm to Silver Creek Loop

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Main Parking area at Scotsdale Farm near the main house

Hike Leader(s): Jennie Greenfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11.5 km

Description

We will hike the Bennett Heritage Trail, Main Trail, Maureen Smith and Irwin Quarry Side Trails from Scotsdale Farm to Silver Creek Conservation Area and back. The hike will start on the farm lane heading past the heritage buildings and barn at Scotsdale Farm. Most of the hike will be in the forest, at times following the edge of the escarpment with a few ups and downs and rocky sections.

There will be stops for water breaks along the way and a longer snack / lunch break later in the hike. Bring plenty of water, lunch, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Hiking boots required, poles recommended.  Please dress appropriately for weather conditions.

Standing Rock

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): Allison Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10-12 km

Description

Standing Rock-Singhampton Caves Starting at the Franks Kiln Parking Lot on Hwy 91 we have an enjoyable hike along the white blazed trail. Following the upper escarpment, descending to the Standing Rock Side Trail where the trail turns into an obstacle course of rocks that we scramble up and maneuver around. Squeezing through cracks and crevices as we continue the ascent up through the “caves” we will arrive at the white blazed trail and loop back to parking lot.

Lollipop Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Halton Agreement Forest

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: Approx. 9 km.

Description

Come out and enjoy the coolness of the forest in the summer. We will hike some of the trails of this impressive forest with its multiple hiking and biking trails.  New Meeting point: northeast corner of the Mohawk/Woodbine Casino Racetrack on the west side of Guelph Line, just above the 401 at 9:15 for a 9:30 am. start. This spot is north of the 401. Bring water a snack, insect repellent and sunscreen. Poles might be helpful.
Contact the leader via this form if you have any questions.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Eugenia Falls to Hogg's Fall

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): We will meet in the parking lot of Hogg’s Falls, km 65.1, Map 26, Edition 31. From there we will take the number of vehicles necessary to go to the start of the hike. (Parking at Eugenia Falls CA is paid parking.)

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 7 km

Description

This hike begins with some views of Eugenia Falls, at the crest and through the trees. From there it’s on to the Cuckoo Valley. Beautiful views at the outstanding Cuckoo Valley lookout area. Passing through mature forest and by an upland meadow, we arrive at Hogg’s Falls, an always picturesque scene on the Boyne River.

COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After 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.

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).
6. Bring your own first aid kit.
7. Please leave dogs at home.

8:00 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

9:00 Decew to Morningstar Mill

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): decew House West of Merrittville Hwy THorold

Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

Hiking in and around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Sho’arishon Park, formerly Jordan Hollow Park, Jordan

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike the main road and side trails around Jordan.  Wear hiking boots and bring water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Caledon Hills End-to-End Hike 3 of 6

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Innis Lake Rd., north of Finnerty Sideroad, km 31.5. More parking is available on the south shoulder of Finnerty Sideroad east of Innis Lake Rd. Shuttle to start at Mono 5 Sideroad.

Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 45.4 – 31.5 = 13.9 km total

Description

This is the third hike in the series and takes us along the Humber River, through Glen Haffy Conservation Area and into “the Dingle”.

Coach Trip: Silent Lake Provincial Park

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Day Coach Trips
Location (Google Maps): Silent Lake Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Andrew Proczek, Duro Vukman, Tom Swales, Leila Damband Kh Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate

Distance: 15

Description

Register by June 21st

Join us for a fun summer day at beautiful Silent Lake Provincial Park in the heart of the Kawarthas. Hike the Silent Lake loop (15 km, 4 km/hr or more pace, no dropouts) with Martina, then cool off with a dip in Silent Lake. Or hike the Silent Lake loop at slightly slower pace with Andrew, Leila and Duro, with no time for swimming. Enjoy gorgeous views and some challenging rocks.  Or join Tom for a shorter hike at a slightly slower pace and then enjoy the beach. Or come and enjoy a day on the water (self-guided) on a motorboat free lake. Canoes and kayaks can be rented at Silent Lake, or bring along your inflatable SUP.

Bring lunch, water, snacks, and your swimming gear.

No refreshment stop but there are washrooms and drinking water taps by the day use beach, and you can purchase ice cream and cold drinks in the park store.

Bus departs 10 York Mills Rd at 7:30 AM. Registration cost includes bus fare and park admission.

Happy valley

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Park along 16th Sideroad

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

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

Description

 

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.

Car Hike: Hockley Valley!

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Valley Nature Preserve, Map 18. To reach the meeting point, drive north on Hwy 10 from Orangeville and turn right onto Hockley Road. Continue approximately 5 km east until you see the parking area on your left, directly across the road from the Black Birch restaurant.

Hike Leader(s): Dylan “Lana” Hubbard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 14 km

Description

THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

Join us for a 14 km hike through the Nature Preserve, known for being one of the most challenging and hilly sections of the Bruce Trail. Get ready for a workout, After the hike, those interested are welcome to join me at the Hockley Valley Resort for refreshments.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment. This hike is an 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space, and everyone is welcome to join us!

CANCELLED FAMILY FUN HIKE Nottawasaga Bluffs and Keyhole Loop

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

Hike Leader(s): Kelly-Leigh Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

We will drive to the parking lot on 15/16 Sideroad in Singhampton then commence a loop hike through the Nottawasaga Bluffs. There will be great views and varied terrain. Fun scrambling over and down rocks and crawling through the Keyhole! Bring a snack and water.

Skinners Bluff & Slough of Despond

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Owen Sound Galaxy Cinema parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.

Hike Leader(s): Ian Mills 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 muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 8 km

Description

We will hike the Slough of Despond Side Trail looping via The President’s Path Side Trail returning to our starting point then taking the Main Trail to an outstanding viewing opportunity before returning via Chris Walker Side Trail. BTC Map # 34 – Edition 31.