Hike Schedule
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- 01January 1, 2025
First Day Hike 2025 – January 1st – Mount Nemo (Brisk Pace Hike, about 8km-10km, departure time 9:00am)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/first-day-hike-2025-january-1st-mount-nemo-brisk-pace-hike-about-8km-10km-departure-time-900am/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: First Day Hike – January 1
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo Conservation Area – 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON
Parking reservations required – see hike descriptionHike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 8-10kmDescription
Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event! We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!
Parking reservations are required. See below.
In the event of weather conditions, which may prevent us from holding this event on January 1, the alternative date will be January 4. Same time and place. Please register so that notification can be sent to everyone in case of postponement.
Souvenir badges will be available for $5, once again.
https://www.conservationhalton.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Mount-Nemo-Updated-Jan-2020.pdf
Meet at the north end of the parking lot. Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.
We will hike both the North and South Loops of Mt Nemo at a brisk pace taking in the views. This hike will include a visit to the old quarry.
Parking Reservations: https://admin.parkpassproject.com/book?inventoryGroup=1554186518&startDate=2024-11-18&inventory=1132875011&screen=0&
Bruce Trail Members:
Conservation Halton
50% discount on a Conservation Halton membership.
Current members – Coupon code available via your Account Dashboard. Look under the Member Discount tab, and “Redemption instructions” column.
2596 Britannia Rd
Burlington, ON L7P 0G3
Canada
conservationhalton.ca****In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 4/25. It is important that everyone register so that this can be communicated in the event of postponement.
Please dress for the weather. Icers will likely be needed.
Remember to bring some water (warm water or tea is best this time of year) and a snack. Expect baked goods 🙂
- 01January 1, 2025
New Year Hike north york
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/new-years-hike-cherry-beach/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): Park along Clearcrest Ave, one block south of Steeles Ave. East ,off BayviewHike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 8-10Description
we will celebrate our new year in trails of Bestview park, walk along East Don river ,please bring your icers - 01January 1, 2025
Dufferin Hi-Land Annual New Year's Day Hikes - Long
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/dufferin-hi-land-annual-new-years-day-hikes-long/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: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Mono Community Centre. 200m south of Mono Centre (County Road 8).Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 17 kmsDescription
Please join us for a Dufferin Hi-Land annual tradition – a New Year’s Day hike at Mono Cliffs Provincial Park and its environs. What better way to start the New Year? We have three hikes planned – long, medium and short. This hike is the long one at 17 kms. The short and medium hikes run by longstanding club members Bryan and Carol Foley and Les Babbage will be posted separately for separate sign-up. All three hikes will end back at Mono Centre at 3:15 pm or so for seasonal refreshments and good cheer. We really hope you can make it. Please dress in warm layers for the weather. Icers and hiking boots are a must. Poles recommended. Please also bring a smile as always, a warm drink, some water, a snack and a lunch. Please arrive at 9:15 am to be ready to hike at 9:30 am. - 01January 1, 2025
First Day Hike 2025 - January 1st - Mount Nemo (Medium Pace Hike, about 8km, departure time 9:30am)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/first-day-hike-2025-january-1st-mount-nemo-medium-pace-hike-about-8km-departure-time-930am/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: First Day Hike – January 1
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo Conservation Area – 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON
Parking reservations required – see hike descriptionHike Leader(s): Dave Salt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: Approximately 8km.Description
Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event! We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!Parking reservations are required. See below.
In the event of weather conditions, which may prevent us from holding this event on January 1, the alternative date will be January 4. Same time and place. Please register so that notification can be sent to everyone in case of postponement.
Souvenir badges will be available for $5, once again.
https://www.conservationhalton.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Mount-Nemo-Updated-Jan-2020.pdf
Meet at the north end of the parking lot. Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.
Parking Reservations: https://admin.parkpassproject.com/book?inventoryGroup=1554186518&startDate=2024-11-18&inventory=1132875011&screen=0&
Bruce Trail Members:
Conservation Halton
50% discount on a Conservation Halton membership.
Current members – Coupon code available via your Account Dashboard. Look under the Member Discount tab, and “Redemption instructions” column.
2596 Britannia Rd
Burlington, ON L7P 0G3
Canada
conservationhalton.ca****In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 4/25. It is important that everyone register so that this can be communicated in the event of postponement.
- 01January 1, 2025
New Year’s Day Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/new-years-day-hike-2/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: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Bruce Trail Parking Lot on Mono 5 Sideroad on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. Google GPS Coordinates: 43.974055, -79.984988
Directions: From Airport Road turn east onto 5 Sideroad and drive for 600 metres. The parking lot is on the left hand side.Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green and Other CHBTC Hike Leaders Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 1.5 or 3.5 or 5.5 kilometresDescription
Start 2025 on the right foot by joining our Club’s New Year’s Day Hike. Spend time with family and friends in nature. There is a distance for everyone’s enjoyment – 1.5, 3.5, or 5.5 kilometres. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served. Please bring your own cup. Hope to see you there! - 01January 1, 2025
First Day Hike 2025 - January 1st - Mount Nemo (Leisurely Pace Hike, about 3-5km, departure time 10:00am)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/first-day-hike-2025-january-1st-mount-nemo-leisurely-pace-hike-about-3-5km-departure-time-1000am/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: First Day Hike – January 1
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo Conservation Area – 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON
Parking reservations required – see hike descriptionHike Leader(s): Madeline Grady Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 3-5kmDescription
Welcome to our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event! We welcome all volunteers, members and anyone who needs to start the new year off right – with a hike!Parking reservations are required. See below.
In the event of weather conditions, which may prevent us from holding this event on January 1, the alternative date will be January 4. Same time and place. Please register so that notification can be sent to everyone in case of postponement.
Souvenir badges will be available for $5, once again. Complementary Junior Winter Hiker badges will be available for children under the age of 13.
https://www.conservationhalton.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Mount-Nemo-Updated-Jan-2020.pdf
Meet at the north end of the parking lot. Please dress for the weather forecast and bring your icers just in case.
Parking Reservations: https://admin.parkpassproject.com/book?inventoryGroup=1554186518&startDate=2024-11-18&inventory=1132875011&screen=0&
Bruce Trail Members:
Conservation Halton
50% discount on a Conservation Halton membership.
Current members – Coupon code available via your Account Dashboard. Look under the Member Discount tab, and “Redemption instructions” column.
2596 Britannia Rd
Burlington, ON L7P 0G3
Canada
conservationhalton.ca****In the event of dangerous driving or trail conditions, this event will be postponed to January 4/25. It is important that everyone register so that this can be communicated in the event of postponement.
- 01January 1, 2025
10:30 New Years Day Long President's Hike @ Fireman's Park
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1030-new-years-day-long-presidents-hike-firemans-park-3/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):Fireman’s Park – Upper Parking Lot
Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~10 kmDescription
Join us for our annual New Year’s Day President’s Hike Celebration!This is the longer of two hikes available to register for – we will hike a loop around Fireman’s Park ~ 2.5 hours- 10:30am start. Pot luck New Years Celebration to follow under the gazebo @ 1:00pm- bring your favorite pot luck item to share!
Members who don’t want to hike can meet at 1:00pm at the gazebo for the Happy New Year celebration.
- 01January 1, 2025
Urban Walk: Leslie Spit (Tommy Thompson Park)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-leslie-spit-tommy-thompson-park-3/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): Tommy Thompson Park parking lot at the intersection of Leslie St and Unwin Ave (by park pavillion)Hike Leader(s): Michael Humpage, Janet McColeman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 10-12 kmsDescription
Tommy Thompson Park ( Leslie Spit) is located at the intersection of Leslie St and Unwin Ave in Toronto. It is winter and the start of the new year so please dress accordingly. As we will be hiking near the lake it might be a little colder so dress for it. ICERS are advisable. The trail might be covered in a sheet of ICE, ( if you have them bring them with you ). Bring a snack, a hot drink, Water and any other essentials you will need for this outing.We will walk up to the light house and back. We meet in the sheltered area by the washrooms in the parking lot. Parking is FREE. Please arrive by about 15 minutes prior to the departure time of 11:00 AM as we will be leaving on time.
- 01January 1, 2025
President's New Year's Day Short hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/presidents-new-years-day-short-hike/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): Upper Parking Lot, Firemen’s Park, Niagara FallsHike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5kDescription
Join us for our annual New Year’s Day President’s hike. This is the shorter of the two available hikes around Firemen’s Park. We will have a pot luck celebration after the hike – bring your favourite pot luck item to share!Members who do not wish to hike may join us at 1:00 beside the building for the pot luck.
- 01January 1, 2025
New Years Day at Loree
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/new-years-day-at-loree-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the unopened road allowance on Side Road 21, Town of the Blue Mountains, about 1/2 km east of km 8.4, Map 24, Edition 30. We may make arrangements for people to travel to the starting point together from another parking area as the Town of the Blue Mountains initiated paid parking for non-residents. Please bring snowshoes and icers in case either is needed.
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Length of Hike: 6.5 kmsDescription
A great way to start 2025! The Trail at Loree travels through a mature forest and to the edge of the Escarpment with views, through the trees, of Nottawasaga Bay. May be snowy conditions, well suited for snowshoes. Otherwise regular boots and/or crampons.COVID Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- 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/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- 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. - Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- 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.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.