Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Jefferson Forest (Richmond Hill)

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

1245 Bethesda Side Rd, Richmond Hill, ON L4E 1A2 ( Bethesda Trail Head Parking lot)

Hike Leader(s): Amir Alemohammad 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)
Distance (km): 10-12 km

Description

Let’s roll the hills of the Jefferson Forest this winter! Every weekend, we’ll explore the winter wonderland at this beautiful park. Located in the heart of Richmond Hill, it boasts numerous hiking trails. This 3-hour hike can range from 10 to 12 kilometres, depending on the weather conditions. Remember to bring water, snacks, hiking boots, icers, poles, and your camera. Not recommended for beginners. Park in the free Bethesda parking lot and avoid parking along the road. Dress appropriately for the weather. Difficulty Level: 2 (Moderate).

Please arrive @8:45AM for start of 9:00AM.

This is a joint hike with the Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA).

Crothers Woods - Introductory/New Members Hike

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at Todmorden Mills Historical Site in front of the gallery building. Take bus #100, #25, #87, #62, or #8 from Broadview Station to Pottery Road and walk down the hill. Note that it is a fairly steep hill and can pose varying levels of difficulty for individuals. Free public parking is available.

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Janet McColeman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface), Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 km

Description

New Members/Introductory Hike:

Anyone is welcome to join this hike but we are especially inviting our new members (and prospective members) to learn about our hiking program and how our guided hikes are classified and described in the hike schedule and what you should bring with you on hike. We will explore Crothers Woods in the Don Valley, nature in the heart of the city, which will present some moderate challanges with it’s ups and downs giving it’s Level 2 classification.  The actual route will depend on conditions of the day to keep it a moderate level hike. Please bring ice traction cleats (mandatory) for a safe hike. We’ll have a brief outdoor snack/lunch stop along the route. We will return to Todmorden Mills at the end of the hike.  Note transit users will need to ascend the fairly steep hill on Pottery Road at the conclusion of the hike. Washrooms are available at the Todmorden Mills Site.

On this introductory hike we will:

• Discuss how a hike is classified (Level 1,2,3, Moderate/Fast, etc)
• Discuss the variables that affect the difficulty any particular hike
• Discuss why different people have different perspectives on the difficulty level of the same hike
• Demonstrate some terrain that would raise the difficulty level of hike hiking
• Help you know you have the information required to choose the hikes right for you

Toronto Winter Blues - Hike 5

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm Main Parking Lot

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 km

Description

This is a series of 6 hikes to explore various side trails in the Toronto Section of the Bruce Trail.  Hikers completing all six hikes will be eligible to obtain the Toronto Side Trail Badge.  Each hike requires a separate registration.  The hikes in this series will take place on January 12, 26, February 2, 9, 23, and March 2.  Hikes will be dependent on weather / travel conditions.  All hikes will be undertaken at a medium pace.

This hike will explore additional side trails in the Scotsdale Farm area including the north Bennett Heritage Side Trail and the Roberts Side Trail

Dress in layers for the weather, wear appropriate hiking footwear, bring icers and hiking poles.  Bring plenty of water or other hydration and a snack.

Please arrive at the meeting place  by 8:15 am.  We will depart promptly at 8:30 am.

If your plans change and you are unable to join the hike, please cancel your reservation in the My Hikes Section of the BTC website.

9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk

Distance: 10km

Description

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

Bring Poles, snack, and 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 (km): 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.

Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, Ice cleats  water and snacks.

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara

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

Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Please note that there are some steep hills and rocky sections, so you should have some hiking experience before joining this hike. Please bring water, hiking poles and icers, as the trails can be icy at times.

Glen Haffy/Oak Ridges Trail

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Caledon Hills, Map 17. Meet on Coolihans Sideroad, just southwest of Glen Haffy Rd (usually closed in winter), where the Main Trail crosses the road.

Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage; Inge Eckerich; Julie Daley; Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 5.2 km; Short hike: 3-4 km

Description

We will hike south on the Main Trail through Glen Haffy Conservation Area, then follow the Oak Ridges Trail east to Centreville Creek Road, returning by the same route. Snowshoes or ices may be required. Poles recommended. Bring water and a snack and dress for the weather.

Black History Month Hike

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot of the Ancaster outdoor pool, 263 Jerseyville Rd West. – car pooling recommended.

Hike Leader(s): Doris Harper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: approximately 10 km

Description

From the parking area – 263 Jerseyville Rd. West – we will access the Spring Valley Trail and connect to the Dundas Valley hiking trails. We will visit the historic cabin, built by the first black settlers and to the Hermitage ruins. We will continue on the trails and then return to the parking area at the pool parking lot.

Dress warmly for  the weather, bring snacks, beverage of choice, consider thermos with warm drink.

Hamilton Soupfest

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Bayfront Park parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Jill Parratt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 6

Description

Please meet at 9:45 for a 10am start.

We wiil walk the Bayfront path to the canal and continue to the Cathedral. We will then walk side streets to the Hamilton Convention Centre.

Hamilton Soupfest supports the Living Rock Youth Centre.  You receive 4 soup samples. You can pay at the door $25 or online $20 at www.livingrock.ca/soupfest.

After soup and voting we can walk back to the cars along Bay St as a group or on your own.

Jill Parratt

Winter Wednesday Walkers - Seigerman/Allan

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet on the north side shoulder of Sideroad 22C at the corner with 3rd Line , km 99.9, Map 28, Edition 31.

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Approx. 6 km

Description

This is an out and back hike which takes us through the former Siegerman Side Trail which is now main trail and the BTC acquired Allan property, see a pretty creek, hardwood and evergreen forests and AVC trails snow covered in winter.  On winter hikes we may encounter bare ground, light snow, deep snow, or ice.  Please bring snowshoes and icers to our Winter Wednesday Walkers outings.  Wear appropriate clothing for the weather plus water and a snack.

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.

Good Companions - Dundas Valley from Sanctuary Park

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

Parking lot for Sanctuary Park – See map and address below (if parking lot is full, park on adjacent side streets)

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 8 km

Description

From Sanctuary Park we will hike the Spring Creek trail and parts of the Sawmill trail to the Trail Centre.  After a break, (washrooms “should” be available at the trail centre) we will walk to the south side of the rail trail and take the Main Loop, Sulphur Creek, local access trails and rail trail  (or just the rail trail from the trail centre, dependent on conditions).

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.  I will be leaving at 10:00 am sharp.  Bring water, icers, a first aid kit and a snack.  Poles are highly recommended due to the number of hills and some hills may be icy/slippery, particularly the first long hill from the park.  I will cancel the hike in case of inclement weather.  Please check your email the evening before the hike in case of a cancellation.  If you must cancel after the 4:00 pm Tuesday cut-off time I will be sending contact info on the Tuesday.

9:00 am Long hike NEW Location. Bailey bridge Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Bailey bridge Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Strenuous
: 10k

Description

This will be our permanent location .  Hike up from the Bailey bridge to Balls Falls and explore the trails

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

Hiking around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): NEW LOCATION
Shoarishon Park
3039 King Street, Jordan LOR ISO

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 (alternating every 3 weeks).

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 (km): 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.

Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, Ice cleats  water and snacks.

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

NEW DATE: Rattlesnake Point to Crawford Lake and back (RESCHEDULED FROM JAN 9)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area – Parking Reservation Required

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 10.5 km

Description

NOTE: THIS HIKE WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 9 AND IS RESCHEDULED  TO FEBRUARY 27

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 the BT side trails to take us to Crawford Lake and back.  Bring snacks and plenty of water.  Wear layered clothing for winter conditions, bring icers and hiking poles.

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.

Hike of 2 lakes King city

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Park along Fairfield Dr. or Dufferin Street, Gathering at trail head in Dufferin Street.

Hike 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 (km): 14-15 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.

Please bring lots of water and snacks ,Ice cleats and hiking poles are recommended

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

Car Hike: Dufferin Hi-Land End2End 1/4

Hosting Club: Toronto, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside Parking – on Mulmur-Nottawasaga Townline, 550 meters east of Lavender Hill Rd at the cemetery. (Don’t block the cemetery gate). Km 54.9 Map 21, Edition 31. GPS N44.268777, W80.156810

Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

This is DHBTC E2E in 4. E2E hikers are rewarded the club coveted E2E badge upon completion. However, joiners must complete the four series hikes to earn their badge. Missed segment/s must be made up prior to the completion of the last leg to receive their badge. Hiking is not just being the fastest or finishing first, more stories are created along the journey on seeing and feeling the landscape and making friends with other member of the group. Day hikes essentials to bring, lunch/snacks, sufficient preferred liquid hydration, sun screen, bug spray, head covering for sun protection, appropriate clothing for the weather, personal medication/s (if any), health card, happy face and your enthusiasm. Hiking shoes and poles are highly recommended. Please note that “Icers” are now mandatory to carry on all hikes from the on set of Winter to mid-April. Showing up at meet up location for non-compliance will result to be refuse joining the group. Make sure you and your car are shuttle ready as everybody are expected to participate. Cost of badge is 10 dollars for BTC member and 15 dollars for non-member. Please arrive fifteen minutes early for car shuttling.

This is a H4H-H4F !!!.hike. If this schedule suits you, you’re welcome to join.

Note: to reach the specific parking lot location, use GPS Coordinates specified at the meet-up location above.

School Bus Hike Toronto Section Winter Badge End to End #4 of 6

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): Duff Pit Side Trail – Eigth Line Side Trail

Hike Leader(s): George Lennon, Janet Patterson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 8.2 km

Description

We will be hiking in winter conditions of ice and snow so these will be slower and shorter hikes than in other seasons. Icers or snowshoes are mandatory, and gaiters and poles recommended. The terrain is not too hilly, but the footing is treacherous in winter with many uneven, rocky sections to navigate. The leaders will let registrants know in advance if snowshoes are feasible for the day.  Please bring at least 2L of water, snacks, and your lunch. Any hikers are welcome to join the hikes regardless of whether a person is working towards a badge. Those who complete all 6 hikes will qualify for the Toronto club’s Winter E2E badge. The fee is $10 per badge ($15 for non-members) and will be collected by the hike leader on this trip, #4.  Or you may choose to purchase the special stained glass Fundraising End to End badge for $30.

This hike will take us from the Duff Pit Side Trail to the Eighth Line Side Trail Parking Lot.  There will be a refreshment/social stop in Georgetown after the hike before returning to the York Mills Station departure point by 6:00 PM.

Fireman's Park/ Mewburn Rd/ Queenston Heights Loops

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): 1830 Dorchester Rd. This is the parking area at the very bottom of Dorchester Rd in Fireman’s Park

Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 18 km

Description

We will loop around Fireman’s Park to Mewburn Rd and back,  then do a loop to Queenston Heights,  taking various side trails along the way.

Bring pokes, icers and a snack.  Dress for the weather

Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm, Map 13. Directions; from Highway 401, head north on Trafalgar Road past Georgetown. Trafalgar briefly merges with Highway 7 for about 3 km before separating to the right at the village of Silver Creek. At the stop light in Silver Creek, continue north on Trafalgar Road for about 1 km to the entrance of Scotsdale Farm on your right. Drive in about half a kilometre to reach the parking area.

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12 km

Description

Join us for a loop hike along the main Bruce Trail and its scenic side trails, including the stunning Great Esker Side Trail.

Please dress appropriately for the weather, bring plenty of water, and pack some snacks. Note that parts of the trail are rocky, so poles AND ICERS are highly recommended.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. This hike is an LGBTQ+ safe space, and everyone is encouraged to join us!

Collingwood Museum hike with former Shipyard Worker

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): Collingwood Museum, 45 St. Paul Street, Collingwood

Hike Leader(s): David Little Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

We meet at the Museum parking lot for a 9am start. The hike follows the Train Trail south until we reach the Hamilton Drain Trail. We then follow the Pretty River along dog walker paths and town trails to the Sunset Point Park before making it back to the museum. The hikers have an option to visit the museum and learn of Collingwood’s past.

Saturday Shorts - Terra Cotta

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): At 9:45 am meet at the roadside parking on Winston Churchill Blvd., where the Terra Cotta Side Trail and Caledon Trailway crosses the road.
We will start the hike at 10:00 am.

Hike Leader(s): Marilyn Ross Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

Looking to get out on a Saturday but not give up a whole day? Saturday Shorts, a hiking series will get you out in a small group on a short hike.

This Saturday’s hike is at Terra Cotta Conservation Area. We will hike the Terra Cotta Side Trail and conservation area trail to make a lollipop route that is close to 5 km.

Hiking boots, icers and poles are highly recommended for this winter hike. Also water and a snack are recommended. There will be a short break.

No dogs please. Registrants can expect a reminder/update message one or two days before the hike.