Hike Schedule

Beaver Valley Geology Hike Hike #8/8 Griersville to Webwood Falls:

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tim Horton’s, First Street, Collingwood

Hike Leader(s): Annette Sandberg Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5

Description

Griersville to Webwood Falls: Erratic boulders at Stop 4 (Page 109) Glacial erratics are rocks picked up by glaciers and transported great distances to be left behind as the glacier melts. These erratic boulders are 1 billion years older than the local sedimentary bedrock, and originally came from the Canadian Shield.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Young Wetland

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park in the parking lot at the Epping John Muir Lookout near km 94.3, Map 27, Edition 31

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Length of Hike: 4 kms

Description

This hike is a there-and-back walk. We begin on the edge of the Beaver Valley and then head towards a beaver pond. A walk along the edge of fields takes us into a wood lot, then to the Young Wetland. Birds are often sighted on the water. From there, we stroll the rest of the BTC-managed Young property to Sideroad 19, seeing fields regenerating towards a natural state. We walk back to the parking area, where we can enjoy a panoramic view into the Beaver Valley.

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.

Pine River Nature Reserve Loops

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Prince of Wales Road and Sideroad 15 (west of Kilgorie). Please note the River Road bridge over the Pine River may still be closed. Please adjust your route accordingly. GPS coordinates below.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law; Helen Bailey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate
Distance: 3.5km and 7.5 km options

Description

Please join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Dufferin Hi-Land club’s new Pine River Nature Reserve parking lot then join us for a hike of two loops.  The first loop is 3.5 kms.  The second is 4.0 kms.  Second loop is optional.  Please bring 1.5L of water, a snack and smile.  Hiking boots mandatory.  Gonna be fun.

Good Companions - Dundas Driving Park to Tews Falls and Return

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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

Dundas Driving Park – Main parking area – See map below

Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 km

Description

We will walk, following city streets, to the Tews Falls Side trail.  We will ascend the escarpment and onwards to view Tews Falls.  We will then return with a stop at the Dundas Peak Viewpoint and retrace our steps back to the Dundas Driving Park.  Bring water, sunscreen, bug repellant and a snack.  Hiking poles recommended.  Please arrive at the car park by 9:45 am in order to be walking by 10:00 am.  I will send contact info a day or two before the hike with contact info should you need to cancel after 4:00 pm on Tuesday September 30.  I will inform you if the hike is cancelled due to rain.  Please check your email the evening before the hike.

Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the west side of 1st Ave E between 7th St E and 8th St E in Owen Sound

Hike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Approx 6 km

Description

Join us for a brisk evening hike exploring Owen Sound paths and neighbourhoods, followed by an opportunity to socialize over refreshments. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave prmptly at 7:00 pm.

8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Cave Spring Conservation Area

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10k

Description

This will be our permanent Thursday Location until Bridge repairs complete. From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment towards Kinsman Park and Moyer Road.

You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack bug spray, sunscreen and a drink. Dress for the weather

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed ,

Even it is considered Urban walk, it is urban hike as we have some up and down hills and tree roots, please bring your hiking poles, water and snacks,

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

Hiking in and around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): 3649 Glen Road, Lincoln LOR 1SO

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hiking in and around Jordan hiking different trails each week – Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge and Jordan Village and Balls Falls.

Novice Hikers - Fall Series of 10 Hikes in Dufferin, Hike 4

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Introductory
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Kilgorie, km 33.8, on Centre Road 30 m south of River Road. Map 20

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

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6.9 km loop.

Description

This is the fourth hike in the 10 hike series. We will be up and down the hills of the Pine River Nature Reserve.