Hike Schedule

Urban Walk: Don Mills Trail/Wilket Creek/ET Seton Park to Leaside

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet on the Southeast corner of Bayview and York Mills in front of the arena (a short ride on the York Mills 95 Bus from York Mills Station)

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales 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: 12 km

Description

This weekend marks the 10th anniversary of my starting to lead hikes for the TBTC. Today’s hike will follow my original route south through Windsfield Farm Park, on Banbury Road, lunch at Edwards Gardens, then south on Wilket Creek. From the West Don we will make our way to Leaside and Corks Beer & Wine Bar in the Longo’s store. Non-alcoholic options are available. The route is mostly flat but there will be a small hill to exit from the valley at the end. I would also like to use this hike to pay tribute to everyone who has supported my hikes which led to my current role and impact on the hiking program.

Exploring Sydenham Hikes #27 West Rocks and #28 Merle Gunby Loops

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roaside parking on Owen Sound 6th Ave. W. just south of 7th St. W.

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

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 4 km

Description

We will do a short 600 m loop hike on the west rocks using the 7th St. W. and Chalmers Quarry side trails. There is no secret on this short loop. We will then each drive to the Grey Bruce Tourist Information Office parking lot at Springmount and do a 2.5 km loop of the Merle Gunby Side trail including a look at Jones Falls when we get near it. This loop has one secret. If you do not have a book and would like one ($30) let me know by using the “Contact hike leader” link.

8:30 am Hydro Hill Training

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

Lockhart Drive, St Catharines, by the large yellow swing gate.

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms

Description

This challenging “hike” is intended for those wishing to train for future challenging hikes. Choose your own pace to go up and down the moderately steep hill over 60 minutes. The terrain is a hard packed gravel surface. Feel free to bring light weights to increase the intensity of your training. Bring water, hiking poles, snack and dress for the weather.

Glen Road to Ball's Falls and Rainforth side trail YOUTH 12+ WELCOME

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps): Glen Road parking area 3640 Glen Rd, Jordan Station, ON L0R 1S0

Hike Leader(s): Erin Lyttle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5.6 km

Description

We will be starting at Glen road and head to Ball’s Falls historical village (including the massive stairway up the escarpment!) we will check out Dug out Pond and see if any turtles or frogs are hanging out, then back down the stairs and back to Glen road. For those not tired yet, we’ll cross the street and follow the Bruce to 17th, turn around and take the Jim Rainforth side trail back to the parking lot.

This is an age 12+ hike. A responsible adult must accompany youth 12-18 in a max ratio of 2 youth per adult. This hike has little road and lots of shade. Glen road the Ball’s Falls is quite rocky and the stairs up to the falls are long and steep. Waivers must be completed for everyone in attendance (adults and youth). Bug spray, sunscreen, water and a snack are encouraged.  Must wear appropriate footwear. For hikers 15 and under interested in earning a youth badge, they will be available on the hike for $6 please bring cash.

The Young Trail Blazer Badge requires the completion of one hike (at least 3km in length) conducted on the Niagara Bruce Trail. Hikes can be completed with the club on an official scheduled hike or with family on their own.

To earn the Young Nature Blazers Badge you must complete a 90 minute hike on the Niagara Bruce Trail. Afterwards, chat with the hike leader describing how you used one or more of your five senses on the hike – what did you see, touch, taste, smell or hear during your hike?

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, Sun Screen Bug Spray, snack, and dress for the weather

Rattlesnake Point - Crawford Lake Loop Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Pont Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15 km

Description

This will be a loop hike starting and ending on the Rattlesnake Point Side Trail.  We will hike along the main trail as well as BT side trails to Crawford Lake, we hike the main trail loop at Crawford Lake and head back through the Nottawasaga Canyon.  This route will feature a few hills and some uneven, rocky terrain.

August weather can be hot, muggy and buggy!  Dress for the weather, keeping in mind that insects, including ticks, will be out in full force.  Take appropriate precautions to avoid insect bites, including using repellent and wearing clothing that covers the legs and arms.  Hiking boots are required and poles and recommended.  Bring plenty of water and/or other hydration and a snack.

Parking reservations must be obtained from Conservation Halton (https://www.conservationhalton.ca/) .  Please arrive at 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.

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: 6-7 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

9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
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 sidetrails in Shorthills Provincial Park. Please wear hiking boots, bring water and insect repellant. Check yourself for ticks following the hike.

Speyside Loops

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): 17 Sideroad Side Trail parking lot
From HWY 401 in Milton, take Road 25 north approx. 9.5 km, turn right on 17 Sideroad
Follow to the dead end.

Hike Leader(s): Jerry Bakker Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 14 km

Description

We are hiking the Speyside loops which include 1 km of road walking on the 4th line.

We will stop for lunch on the trail and based upon how we are feeling, decide if we will hike 3, 4 or 5 of the loops.

It will be approximately 14 km and take 4 hrs if we hike 5 loops.

There will be a lot of rocks but no big climbs.

Full Moon Evening Hike followed by refreshments at the Hike Leader`s Home

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 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

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 during the Sturgeon Full Moon exploring Owen Sound paths and neighbourhoods. Hikers are invited to the Hike Leader`s home for refreshments following the hike. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7:00 pm.

8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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

Mono Cliffs Provincial Park Loops

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Mono Community Centre Parking Lot

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15 Km

Description

We will hike through the Mono Cliffs Provincial Park on the main Bruce Trail and several side trails.  Footing should be good for most of the hike, with a few areas with exposed roots, there are a few steep hills on the route.

August weather can be hot, muggy and buggy!  Dress for the weather conditions, keeping in mind that insects, including ticks, will be active. Take appropriate precautions to avoid insect bite, including using repellent and wearing clothing that covers the legs and arms. Hiking boots are required and poles are recommended.

Bring patently of water / and/or other hydration and snacks.

Park in the gravel lot at the Mono Community Centre, Mono Centre Road (County Road 8).  Please arrive by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.

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: 6-7 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): Glen Road, Jordan

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 including Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge and Balls Falls.

Car Hike: Toronto E2E (4 of 4)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Chinguacousy Rd, north of Olde Baseline Rd. (Map 14, 2.8k marker, Edition 31)

Hike Leader(s): David Rowney 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: 14.3k

Description

This is a summer-time End-to-End hike to complete the Toronto section of the Bruce Trail in 4 hikes.

This 3rd hike of the series will take us from the the Walking Fern ST on 10th Line, to the end of the Toronto Section, continuing through the Badlands, to 2.8k into the Caledon section. As with previous hikes in this series, the terrain will vary, there will be some hilly sections and sections with uneven, rocky terrain, making footing tricky to navigate.

Early August  weather can be hot, muggy and buggy! So, dress for the weather, keeping in mind that insects, including ticks, will be out in full force.  Take appropriate precautions to avoid insect bites, including using repellant and clothing that covers the legs and arms.  Hiking shoes/boots are required and hiking poles are recommended.

Bring plenty of fluids, including electrolytes, and a snack/lunch.

Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering.  We will be walking at a pace of 3.5km – 4km per hour and everyone is expected to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike.

Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 9:15 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 9:30 a.m. sharp.  Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.

Hike 6 Blue Mountain Series 6 Hikes

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Maple Lane Road Side Parking

Hike Leader(s): Patrcia Foley and Tristan Goguen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10.1Km

Description

Hike 6: . We will car pool back to 3rd line south of New Mountain Rd.  Today we will start with significant road walking, extreme caution should be exercised on New Mountain Rd. We will have the opportunity to catch some views of Georgian Bay and Collingwood from the top of the Blue Mountain Ski hills.

We very likely encounter allot of pedestrian  and bicycle traffic in the Swiss Meadows area as this is a popular short walk for many visitors to the area. Be prepared to share the trails in this area.  Bug spray, sunblock and sturdy hiking shoes/boots are recommended. Bring sufficient water and lunch.   Note this is a car pool hike, registration is limited and the hike leaders will have 2 dogs with them.

School Bus Hike: Elora Quarry Conservation Area/Elora & Fergus

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items

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

Elora and Fergus, Ontario

Hike Leader(s): Celia Ho; Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 8 km

Description

Join us to visit the towns of Elora and Fergus of Wellington County, known as “Ontario’s most beautiful village”.

We will walk into the town of Elora ample free time will be given to roam the streets of Elora or visit the Elora Quarry Conservation Area (you need to purchase your own tickets online before the trip for the 10AM – 2 PM slot).

After free time, we will walk on into the town of Fergus, where we will visit the Templin Gardens, Confederation Park, and downtown Fergus before stopping for refreshments.

Rockway extravaganza

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rockway conservation area. FREE Parking

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k

Description

Hike the majestic trails from Rockway towards Louth including side trails

Car Hike: Boyne Valley Provincial Park!

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Boyne Valley Provincial Park, Map 20 of the BTC Trail Guide. County Rd. 19 (Prince of Wales Rd.) Parking Area – west of km 15.2 – approximately 80 metres south of the Prince of Wales Side Trail.

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

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 17 km

Description

Join us for an invigorating hike starting from the parking lot on Prince of Wales Rd. We’ll explore the Prince of Wales Side Trail, Primrose Loop Side Trail, main trail, and Boyne Valley Side Trail, looping back via the main trail and Prince of Wales Side Trail. Along the way, we’ll hike up the short side trail to Murphy’s Pinnacle, where you’ll be rewarded with a stunning view of the surrounding landscape – great for Instagram!

Bring lunch, plenty of water, and hiking poles if you use them, as the trail is hilly. Dress for the weather.

PACE IS BRISK

This hike is a 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly space. Everyone is welcome to join us for this adventure and enjoy the beauty of the trails together.

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 (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 14-15 km

Description

Join us to explore the trails of York Regional Forest and the Oak Ridges Corridor at Jefferson Forest and Bond lake,

From parking lot we  hike thought Jefferson forest and continue to Bond Lake and have snack beside the lake and return to parking around 13 to 13.15

For the day of hike  phone number 289 588 6482