Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Jefferson Forest and Bond Lake (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: Flat, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 15-16 km

Description

Let’s roll the hills of the Jefferson Forest and around the Bond Lake. Every week we hike in Jefferson Forest, located in the heart of Richmond Hill, it boasts numerous hiking trails. This 3.5 hour hike can range from 14 to 15 kilometres, depending on the weather conditions. Remember to bring water, snacks, hiking boots, 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 @8:15AM for start of 8:30AM.

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

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Sydenham

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills, Blue Mountains
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Irish Block Line parking north of HWY 26. We will shuttle to Pioneer Tower, HWY 6 at Owen Sound and hike back.

Hike Leader(s): Dan Patterson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 18.9 km

Description

Sydenham has many hidden gems. This section features amazing crevices. Come prepared for an adventure! Bring sufficient water, lunch, snacks, bug repellent and a smile! We will meet at Irish Block Line and shuttle to Pioneer Tower on HWY 6 at Owen Sound. This is the first of 3 Sydenham Section hikes I am leading. If you are working on the Sydenham section these hikes may help you. I can also provide a plan for the rest of the section. The other hikes are Saturday June 13 and Saturdy June 27. These cover the last 2 stages into Wiarton.

St. Helena Forest

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Pear Tree parking lot at Speyside on 15 Side Road at 9:15 am

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms

Description

Meeting at 9:15 am in the Pear Tree parking lot, we will hike the main trail into the St. Helena forest and along the trails, which are VERY rocky. This is a dense forest that takes us around a large marsh pond and back up the Al Shaw Side Trail.  This hike is about 90% technical (on rocks), so be prepared for that.  Not for first time hikers.

Urban Walk: Toronto Urban Badge Hike - 6 of 7

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

Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance (km): 9 km

Description

Please join me at the south east corner of Sheppard Ave East and Leslie by 10 AM.  We will hike south through several parks to Don Mills (S of Overleigh) (km 51.7 to km 62.4).  Here is an online map with km markings of our route for all 7 hikes for the Toronto Urban Badge: https://onthegomap.com/s/c2c1hf3n

Please make sure you bring at least 2 liters of water, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.

Spring Social Hike 1 of 3 - Reflective Walk

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Hike & Potluck
Location (Google Maps): Kemble United Church Hall, Kemble. The church is at the main intersection in Kemble. Street parking. From the church, hike leaders will organize carpooling to the hike start.

Hike Leader(s): Marie Knapp Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing.
Distance: 2 km

Description

A quiet walk at an easy pace with Hike Leaders Marie Knapp and Danuta Valleau along the Edmonstone Loop and Main trail. We will have some guidance to appreciate nature around us.  We will look above and along the earth surface.

This is 1 of 3 hikes to be offered at SBTC’s Spring Social.  After the hike, at 4:30, there is a social time, snacks and a potluck meal in the church hall. All are welcome. Bring a dish of 6 small servings per person attending. Also bring your own plate, cutlery and beverage.

Spring Social Hike 2 of 3 - Interpretive Hike

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Hike & Potluck
Location (Google Maps): Kemble United Church Hall, Kemble. The church is at the main intersection in Kemble. Street parking. From the church, hike leaders will organize carpooling to the hike start.

Hike Leader(s): Bob Knapp 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.
Distance: 5 km

Description

Follow the Don Richards’ trail and then the main trail to the campsite. North to the east-west road allowance and then east to the main trail.  Then 0.5 km along the main trail on the Maple Cross Ridge Nature Reserve. Returning to the Mystery Cabin trails and back to the starting point. We will stop at some notable places and present some interesting information .

This is hike 2 of 3 being offered at SBTC’s Spring Social.  After the hike, at 4:30, there is a social time, snacks and a potluck meal in the church hall. All are welcome. Bring a dish of 6 small servings per person attending . Also bring your own plate, cutlery and beverage.

Spring Social Hike 3 of 3 - Sleuthing Hike

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Hike & Potluck
Location (Google Maps): Kemble United Church Hall, Kemble. The church is at the main intersection in Kemble. From the church, hike leaders will organize carpooling to the hike start.

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

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 5 km

Description

Exploring Sydenham hikes 38 & 39 enjoying the Kemble Wetlands and Cedar Point side trails with Hike Leader Bill Snel. Both of these side trails have a clue to be found. This is number 3 of 3 hikes to be offered at SBTC’s Spring Social.  After the hike, at 4:30, there is a social time, snacks and a potluck meal in the church hall. All are welcome. For sharing bring a dish of 6 small servings per person attending. Also bring your own plate, cutlery and beverage. There will be some Exploring Sydenham books available for sale ($30).

*Caledon Hills Sideways Badge - Hike #3

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Caledon Hills – Location will be advised

Hike Leader(s): Heather Zrini 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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 20 km

Description

On this series of three hiking days,  we will complete the five loop hikes that are required to earn the Caledon Hills Sideways Badge.  If you are not interested in earning the badge, please join us for some great hiking.  Hikers can sign up for individual hikes as you do not need to complete all three to participate.  The dates of the three hiking days will be April 13, April 27 and May 11.  We will meet at the starting point at 9am each week.  Our finishing time is an approximation.  On each of the first two hiking days, we will be completing two of the loops.  On May 11, there will be one loop hike and if there is interest, we will hike another loop in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park.  Each loop is approximately 10 km in length.  For more information about the hikes, please see the link below:

Sideways Badge Loop .PDF Download

Our schedule will be as follows:

April 13 – Hike One and Hike Five

April 27 – Hike Two and Hike Three

May 11 – Hike Four and a hike in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park

Carpooling is encouraged.  Since these are loop hikes, we will not need to shuttle.   On the first day, a Provincial Park Daily Vehicle Permit Reservation will be required.  We will be parking and hiking in the Forks of the Credit Provincial Park on Day 1.  Passes that can be used when making the reservation can be purchased through the Ontario Provincial Park website or borrowed from your local library.  If a car does not have a pass, the cost of the Daily Vehicle Permit reservation will be split between those people in that car.

More information, including specific details about the meeting points, will be provided to those who sign up for the hikes.

If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Share & Learn series, Fossil Glen loop, Ephemerals & more

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Botany Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at the base of the escarpment on East Linton Road West. Park on the west side of the road, where the road turns north, east of km 118.2 (Map 33).

Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin 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: 2.3 km

Description

Join Jeannine and Carol on this leisurely hike with a focus on spring wildflowers. In this “share and learn” series participants will be encouraged to ask questions ; we will stop briefly to identify and share together the spring ephemerals found in this richly diverse section of the Bruce Trail. Possibilities are : native dicentra species, spring beauties, trout lilies, trilliums, wild ginger, and others. Photographers welcome.

Poles, sturdy hiking boots and water/snacks are recommended. Muddy sections are a possibility.

Mono Cliffs Provincial Park

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 am on Second Line EHS

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms

Description

Meeting at 9:15 on 2nd Line, we will hike the main trail, down the loop to the South Outlier Trail and down the switchback to the Walter Tovell Side Trail and Lookout ST to the main trail.  Bring water and a snack, as needed.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - South of Loree

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the corner of Sideroad 21 and the 4th Line. By the entrance of the Intercept Side Trail, km 2.3 The Bruce Trail Reference, Map 24, Edition 31

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 is in the Loree area. We’ll walk a steep creekside section to reach the lookout over Nottawasaga Bay. From there, we’ll head out of Sideroad 21 to an area with a beautiful flowing stream. After crossing Sideroad 21 again, we’ll enter the Len Gentler Memorial Forest but we’ll only use the Len Gentler Side Trail to make our way back to our trailhead. A little bit of road walking finishes our hike.

Sydney Bay Loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham, Peninsula
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

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 12+ km

Description

Starting at the end of Pitt Road (Map 36 – south of 38.5km) on the Boundary Bluffs Side Trail north to the Main Trail overlooking Sydney Bay (Map 37) until Hart’s Tongue Side Trail then following the Boundary bluffs Side Trail south to our starting area. This is usually a 4 hour hike excluding stops – we will be taking a lunch break half way. While pace is medium expect a challenging hike with lots of ups and downs. Good hiking footwear is mandatory (boots preferred due to potential water at the end of our hike) and a walking stick can be helpful. Hopefully we will get the opportunity to see a field of daffodils blooming and enjoy some beautiful views.

Dundas Valley - Trilliums, Loops and Waterfalls

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Artaban Road parking lot.
Please note paid parking unless you have a Hamilton Conservation pass.

Hike Leader(s): Kathy Rymal Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

We will be heading along Artaban Road to the Monarch Trail leading to the Main Loop.

Nice meanders and hilly climbs along the loop to the Heritage Trail where we will view a few waterfalls on our way back to the parking lot.

Hike will be cancelled in case of rain.  I will inform you by email the evening before the hike if this is the case.

Bring water, a snack, sunscreen, insect repellant and your own first aid kit.

Please arrive 15 minutes before start time

1:30 p.m. Pack Walk

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Merritt Island Park, Welland Canal Trail, Welland, ON – parking lot 8 Merritt Island Building

Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 5 kms

Description

This pack walk is a structured group walk where dogs and their handlers walk together on-lead in a natural environment. It promotes exercise, calm socialization and exposure to other dogs and people in a safe, controlled setting. We will meet at the Merritt Island Building and follow the Welland Canal Trail out to Woodlawn Road and loop back. Dogs must be kept on-lead and under control at all times. Please bring water and treats for you and your dog.

Urban Walk: Toronto Islands Evening Walk

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps):

Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, by the gate to the Wards Island Ferry. Please arrive 20 minutes prior to departure to check in with hike leader.

From Union Station take the LRT and get off at the stop Ferry Docks.Walk up to the Ferry Docks on Queens Quay West, street level. at the foot of Bay Street.

Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens 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 (km): 6-9 km

Description

After a day’s work come and “cool off” on the Toronto Islands free of fumes and traffic. Enjoy the view of the city skyline and Toronto’s beautiful island parkland.
Pack a dinner for a sit down picnic. Also bring a warm jacket and flashlight.
Return fare ticket for the ferry is $9.57 for adults, $6.15 for seniors
Please check the hike schedule for weather related cancellations (hike will be updated by 11:00 AM day of the hike if any changes)
Toronto Island evening hikes will take place every Thursday in May and June 2026.
Same time and same meeting place. No preregistration is required – just show up at the ferry docks at 5:40 PM and sign in with the hike leader. 

9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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

Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr

Distance: 6-7 km

Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL

Brisk Fridays - Skinner's Bluff to Bruce's Caves

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bruce’s Caves Conservation Area, 5.5 km east of Wiarton on Grey Rd 1. GPS 44.7687, -81.0846 Map 35 km 163.7

Hike Leader(s): Stewart Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 14 km

Description

Brisk Fridays hikes are, um, brisk-paced, fun and energetic.  We do take time to stop and appreciate points of interest. From parking at Bruce’s Caves we will carpool to the hike start at spectacular Skinner’s Bluff. There are awesome views over Georgian Bay to enjoy as we follow the escarpment main trail and some forested side trails beofre reaching the amazing finale of exploring Bruce’s Caves, a very cool geological formation.

Afternoon hike - Limehouse Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 4:15 pm in the parking lot at Limehouse Conservation Area.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7 kms

Description

The trees will be leafing out so we will be surrounded by green. We will hike around the park and then briefly out along the main trail to the Todd Bardes Meadowland Side Trail and back. Bring bug spray in case they have awakened.

Niagara E2E in Three

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Saturday May 16: Lions Swimming Pool Elm St. Grimsby 43.193664,-79.564864 * Notification will be sent if additional parking required.
Sunday May 17 : Brock University, 1812 Issac Brock Way. *Lot # and Coordinates TBA at later date and notification forthcoming.
Monday May 18 : Queenston Heights Park, 14184 Niagara River Parkway, Niagara-on the-Lake 43.159314,-79.055405 * Parking passes will be provided prior to boarding the bus.

Hike Leader(s): Mary Ann Enns Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 83.3km. Day 1: 25km; Day 2: 27km. Day 3: 28km

Description

Thank you for register for Niagara’s annual self-guided End-2-End in three days. You will enjoy an unforgettable trek along the adventurous Niagara Escarpment.

Your journey will begin in Grimsby, at the western end of the Niagara Bruce Trail and finish at the Queenston Cairn, the southernmost point of the Bruce Trail. Along the way, you will experience spectacular escarpment views while hiking through scenic wineries, cascading waterfalls and vibrant orchards and Niagara’s most beautiful and ionic landscapes.

To keep you energized and supported, Niagara’s amazing volunteers will greet you at designated checkpoints on all three days of the hike. Checkpoints will be located every 10 kms and will offer nutritious snacks, water refills, a place to rest and plenty of encouragement to keep you moving forward. In addition Niagara volunteer Trail Angels will be available  throughout the hike to provide assistance whenever required. Checkpoint coordinate and Trail Angel information will be issued well in advance.

Please arrive by 6.30am each day of your hike. The bus will depart promptly at 7am.

Pack for the weather and terrain, cell phone is important, appropriate footwear, poles, Bruce Trail trail map or Bruce trail App.

Hikers are responsible for informing Organizing personnel of their intentions to drop out during the hike.

Attention Trail Runners: Please contact the Hike Leader with your approximate pace so our checkpoint volunteers can be prepared when you arrive. Thank you

Brock University Accommodations: available on their website

Niagara College ( Niagara Site) Accommodations: available on their website

We can’t wait to cheer you on and be part of your E-2-E journey.

Proceeds support Niagara Bruce Club which in turns supports The Bruce Trail Conservancy’s mission to “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever”.

Avon Trail E2E in 5

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Day 1 – May 16,2026 – 26.8km
meet at Oxford Line 33 shoulders. Coordinates: 43.2526, -80.9853
shuttle to Water St N beside tennis courts. Coordinates: 43.2491, -81.1498

Day 2 – May 17,2026 – 24.8km
Meet at Perth Road 111. Coordinates: 43.3764, -80.9377
shuttle to Oxford Line 33 shoulders. Coordinates: 43.2526, -80.9853

Day 3 – May 18,2026 – 20.9
Meet at Peth Rd. 104. 8 spots north of trail head at Lisbon Cemetery; do not block entrance to cemetery. Coordinates: 43.4362, -80.7882
shuttle to Perth Road 111. Coordinates: 43.3764, -80.9377

Day 4 – May 23, 2026 – 29km
Meet at Wideman Rd, shoulder. Coordinates: 43.4714, -80.6159
Shuttle to Peth Rd. 104. 8 spots north of trail head at Lisbon Cemetery; do not block entrance to cemetery. Coordinates: 43.4362, -80.7882

Day 5 – May 24, 2026 – 27km
Meet at Golf Course Rd / Priddle Park, parking sth side for several cars, or at display board at bend in road. Coordinates: 43.5418, -80.494
Shuttle to Wideman Rd, shoulder. Coordinates: 43.4714, -80.6159

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

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 25-30

Description

Please join me to explore Avon trail E2E in 5 days.

We going to hike 20 – 30 km a day.

This is a Challenger series of hikes; we will complete the entire 128 km of the Avon trail in 5 hikes.

You are welcome to come on just a few of the hikes or on all of them, but you will have to complete the missing areas of the trail on your own and submit the log for the E2E badge.

You can join WhatApp group if you wish to share photos and conversation about the hike.

By the end of the hike, you can apply for badge thru https://avontrail.ca/ or badge can be provide to you at last day. There 3 different options of you choose.

We meet at meeting point at 8am every day. Please arrive 10min before.

Please know your physical limit before signing up for this hike. The trail is a combination of road and trails.

Hikers will be expected to participate in shuttling to and from the hike. Responsibility will be shared equally.

Please bring at least 2l of water and enough snacks & lunch to get you through the day as well as bug spray, sunscreen, a first aid kit and poles if you use them.  There are no dropouts. If you cannot finish the hike, you will be responsible for getting back to your vehicle.

No dogs.

Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration so that a spot can be opened for someone else.

School Bus Hike: Louth Falls and Ball's Falls

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

Optional Items

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Balls Falls, Louth CA

Hike Leader(s): Felix Wan; Tim Wainwright 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), Rocky, Variable
Distance (km): 11

Description

Join us for a hike and enjoy beautiful waterfalls in the Niagara region. We’ll start at Louth Conservation Area, looping around side trails and a falls along Sixteen Mile Creek. Next, we’ll pass by Louth Falls before we continue along the main Bruce Trail to Ball’s Falls. There, we’ll take in the spectacular sights of the lower falls (11 metres high) and upper falls (27 metres high). Our route is covered on Bruce Trail Maps #3 and 4.

There are a few uphill climbs, including one up a 121-step staircase to reach Ball’s Falls. A 1.8-km stretch of road walking is also involved.

The total hike distance is approximately 11 km, and there will be a dropout point after approximately 8 km. Time permitting, we will have a refreshment stop in Grimsby.

It is springtime, so wet and muddy trail conditions are possible. Hiking boots, poles, and gaiters are recommended.

Beaver Valley Blantyre

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at Blantyre, and then shuttle to Side Road 22 C & 3rd Line C, 99.9 km point on BT Reference Guide Edition 31, and hike to the end of the Beaver Valley section.

Hike Leader(s): Dan Patterson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 17.9 km

Description

Bring sufficient water, lunch, snacks, bug repellent and great attitude! Hiking poles are useful in this area.

Geology Hike and Badge Series - Malcolm Bluff

Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Geology Hike
Location (Google Maps): Malcolm Bluff

Hike Leader(s): Beth Gilhespy Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2.0 – 3.0 km/h): A relaxed pace with frequent breaks and a focus on enjoyment.
Terrain: Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
Distance: 7.3

Description

Join the adventure and earn the inaugural Peninsula Geology Badge! Over a stretch of 13 hikes and a couple of extra stops, we will explore the fascinating geology of the Peninsula to learn about the rocks, the shoreline features, glaciation, fossils and all things earthy. The 13 hikes are from the book “Walking Through Time – Exploring the Geology of the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula”. Having a copy will give you a lot of great information, but you do not have to purchase the book to attend and enjoy the hikes. Just bring your curiosity! We will make sure to hit all the locations that qualify for the beautiful new Walking Through Time – Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula geology hike badge. If you would like to purchase a book I will have some available on the hikes, or you can pick one up from the BTC Head Office, at Ginger Press in Owen Sound, Suntrail Source for Adventure in Hepworth, the Shop at 84 Main in Lion’s Head and at Reader’s Haven in Tobermory.

You are welcome to come on just a few of the hikes or on all of them, and the dates and hikes are as follows:

Date                                         Geology Hike                                                             km

Saturday May 2, 2026         Colpoy’s Bay                                                               9.0

Saturday May 9, 2026         Gravelly Point (am) and Rural Rocks (pm)         8.6

Saturday May 16, 2026       Malcolm Bluff                                                             7.3

Sunday May 17, 2026          White Bluff/Smokey Head                                     11.8

Sunday May 24, 2026        Crooked Toe Road                                                     5.5

Sunday May 31, 2026         Hope Bay                                                                     8.1

Sunday June 14, 2026        Boundary Bluffs                                                         5.2

Saturday July 4, 2026        Cape Dundas                                                              6.2

Saturday July 11, 2026        Beth Gilhespy Side Trail                                          7.6

Saturday August 8, 2026    Lion’s Head                                                               11.0

Saturday August 15, 2026   Dyer’s Bay Loops                                                      7.5

Saturday August 22, 2026   North Saugeen (Bruce) Shoreline                        8.0

Meeting times will vary depending on the hike, but will generally be some time between 9 am and 10 am. Information on exact meeting times and locations will be sent out a few days prior to the hike.

Geology Hike # 4 Woodford Escarpment plus lime kiln

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Geology Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Woodford Community, 107 Woodford Crescent, Owen Sound ON N4K 5W4. Please park behind the building. Loop hike from here.

Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin 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., There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 4.5 km.

Description

This is Geology Series # 4 following Beth Gilhespy’s book “Walking Through Time” in the Sydenham Bruce Trail Section. We will be exploring an industrial oddity, a disappearing waterfall, fossils, deep crevices and a rich forest of towering trees. We will also add on a 1 km hike at the end to the lime kiln re: stop 6 from former Geo Hike #Copies of Beth’s book will be available for purchase. Special member’s only price of $37.00 . Cash or etransfer. If paying with cash, please bring exact change. A special guest may join us ! Please bring water and a snack if  you wish. Proper hiking footwear and hiking poles are recommended.

Kilbride River & Ruins

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meeting at Park behind Kilbride Public School

Hike Leader(s): Cathie Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 8 kms

Description

Suitable hike for beginners and family – Some hills, but leisurely pace

We will meet at park behind Kilbride Public School and hike along Kilbride Street to Twiss Road and onto the main trail at 8th Line – this will meet up with the River and Ruins side trail which we will take along Bronte Creek  and then follow the upper side trail to main trail  and follow blue trail- side streets back to our vehicles

Must bring Water and wear suitable clothing for weather- Snack/poles/hat/bug spray/sunscreen –

Any concerns or questions, please text or email me through this form.

RAINBOW HIKE: Trillium Quest - Dundas Valley Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area, main parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Doug O’Neill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12 km (with dropout opportunities)

Description

Come by car or HSR transit to this all-inclusive, 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly quest to spot trilliums and other spring flowers.

This queer-led, all-inclusive hike is designed to provide a safe, welcoming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ hikers—including Two-Spirit, trans, gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, intersex, and asexual folks, as well as allies and friends. Show up, be your authentic self, and have fun.

We’ll meet in the main parking lot of the Dundas Valley Conservation Area (the one closest to the Trail Centre) at 650 Governors Rd., at 10 a.m. for a 10:15 start.

If arriving by car: Conservation parking at 650 Governor’s Road is $11.50 per vehicle. Anyone with a HCA pass gets free parking.

Coming by public transit: Take the “5B PIRIE AT GOVERNORS” bus and get off at the very last stop (at Pirie). It’s a 6-minute walk west along Governors Road to the entrance of the Conservation Centre, and then another 5 minutes up the laneway to the last parking lot. (There’s no admission fee if you arrive on foot.) Continue past the Stacey Meadows lot (the first parking lot you’ll come to) until you reach the main parking lot. We’ll rendezvous at the big sign at the far end of the lot. Look for the guy with Bruce Trail cap 🙂

Our route: After a washroom stop at the Trail Centre, we’ll follow the Bruce Trail main trail (a.k.a. McCormick Trail) all the way to Dundas (Woolley Lane) where trilliums have been known to flourish. We’ll loop back and then follow a mix of main and side trails, stopping for lunch. We’ll aim for 12 kilometres but there will be opportunities to drop out earlier.

Washrooms: there are indoor washrooms and a water fountain at the Trail Centre.

Complimentary Bruce Trail Rainbow badges ]to all participants.

Bring 1 or 2 litres of water, energizing snacks and lunch. Don’t forget sunscreen and insect repellent. Hiking boots or sturdy footwear are recommended—as well a cap. Because we’ll be in long grassy areas, long pants are recommended as it’s tick season. (Always avoid wearing shorts in long grass.)

Email any questions to the Hike Leader – “Click here to contact Hike Leader” on this form.