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2 Burlington Heritage Week / River & Ruin Historical Hike Burlington Heritage Week / River & Ruin Historical Hike 9:30 AM-12:00 PM 08/02/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/burlington-heritage-week-river-ruin-historical-hike/2026-08-02/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia Category: Historical Hike Location (Google Maps): Kilbride Park Parking Lot Behind the Kilbride School, access to Main Trail and Kilbride Pass Hike Leader(s): Joe Borges Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections Distance: 7.6 km Description Burlington Heritage Week Hike: River & Ruin Join us for the special hike brought to you by Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club partnering with the City of Burlington for Heritage Week. The theme this year is water, so we will hike through one of Burlington’s most historically rich landscapes. The River & Ruin trail winds through the beautiful Lowville Valley, where the natural drama of Twelve Mile Creek meets the traces of Burlington’s early settlement history. Along the way, we’ll explore the stories of Kilbride, Lowville, and the Cleaver family, whose mill, homestead, and ruins helped shape this valley nearly two hundred ago. This hike offers more than beautiful views, it’s a walk through time. From the limestone ruins and historic mill site to the creek that powered early industry and settlement, the route reveals how farming, waterpower, and pioneering families transformed the area into one of Burlington’s most fascinating heritage corridors. If you enjoy trails with a strong sense of place, local history, and a great story under your boots, this is the hike for you. Come discover the hidden history of Kilbride and the Lowville Valley, experience why this unique trail is one of Burlington’s most memorable heritage walks. Note, no dogs are permitted on this hike.	3	4	5 Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by Social Time at the Hike Leader`s home Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by Social Time at the Hike Leader`s home 7:00 PM-8:45 PM 08/05/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/evening-hike-in-owen-sound-followed-by-social-time-at-the-hike-leaders-home/2026-08-05/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Sydenham Category: Hike & Potluck Location (Google Maps): Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the West side of 1st Ave East between 7th St East an 8th St East 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 5 km Description Join us for a brisk summer evening hike exploring the Sydenham River valley within the Owen Sound City limits. Following the hike participants are invited to the Hike Leader`s home for refreshments. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7:00 pm.	6 Beaver Bites – Hike 1 of 4 Beaver Bites – Hike 1 of 4 9:15 AM-3:30 PM 08/06/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-bites-hike-1-of-4/2026-08-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills Category: General Location (Google Maps): Meet at Epping Lookout, km 94.3, on Grey Road 7 north of 19 Sideroad. Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing Distance: There are 2 hikes on this day and each of the 4 days in this series. The first hike will be 9.8 km and the second hike will be 3.8 km. Description This hike series involves long days but a great way to tackle 30 km of side trails in Beaver Valley to earn the Beaver Bites badge. We will loop around Fairmount with a break at Webwood Falls. (Map 28) We will then have a lunch break back at Epping Lookout, including the short Epping Side Trail before heading over to do a short loop at the Wodehouse Management area and the Sligo Side Trail. (Map 27)	7	8 Peninsula Sunrise Series: The Grotto Peninsula Sunrise Series: The Grotto 5:00 AM 08/08/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-sunrise-series-the-grotto-2/2026-08-08/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Peninsula Category: Sunrise Hike Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at Dyers Bay Rd & Hwy 6, Northern Bruce Peninsula, ON N0H 1Z0 Hike Leader(s): Kathleen Stahlbaum 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., Medium (3.0 – 4.5 km/h): A comfortable pace for most hikers with steady progress. Terrain: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Easy: Flat forested sections or lowland trails., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths. Distance: 7.5 km Description Experience the magic of dawn on the Bruce Trail with the Sunrise Hike Series offered by the Peninsula Bruce Trail Club. These early morning hikes provide a perfect opportunity to awaken your senses, boost your energy, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature as the sun paints the sky with breathtaking hues. As we make our way through scenic forest trails, we’ll pause to witness the first light shimmering on the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay – a sight that will surely leave you in awe! Beyond the beauty, morning light helps regulate your circadian rhythm, elevating your mood, boosting energy levels and improving sleep quality. Whether you’re looking to start your day with a sense of calm, capture stunning sunrise photos, or simply reconnect with nature, these hikes offer a unique and inspiring way to greet the day. On Saturday August 8th, join us in hiking the Cyprus Lake and Georgian Bay Trail to the Grotto at Indian Head Cove, where we’ll experience the sun rising over the Bay from the iconic shoreline before returning via the Marr Lake Trail. We’ll have the joy of taking in the stunning colours of the sky as the first light sparkles on the stunning turquoise waters. This peaceful sunrise hike is the perfect way to connect with nature, capture some incredible photos, and start the day with fresh air and inspiration. Whether you’re a morning person or just love a good adventure, come experience the magic of dawn from one of the best vantage points on the Bruce Peninsula! Don’t forget to bring a headlamp or flashlight (preferably with a red light setting) as we begin our adventure in the pre-dawn quiet. Join us and discover how a sunrise hike can nourish your mind, body, and spirit – setting the tone for a brighter, more balanced day. This hike is approximately 7.5 kms in length. Expect to be on the trail for ~3 hours. Pace will be leisurely with ample time to enjoy the sunrise, take some photographs, and nourish yourself! How to prepare Get a good night’s sleep Bring lots of water and a snack (breakfast and/or coffee are recommended if that’s your thing!) Bring a headlamp or flashlight (preferably with a red light setting) Wear waterproof hiking boots Hiking poles are recommended but not necessary Bring insect repellant or wear protective clothing Bring sunscreen LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE! We will be meeting at the parking lot at the corner of Highway 6 & Dyer’s Bay road and carpooling in 2-3 vehicles to Bruce Peninsula National Park. If you have a Parks pass, please bring it with you! In the event of cloudy/rainy weather, the hike will be held on Sunday, August 9th. Please watch your emails for a confirmation the week of the hike! Geology Hike and Badge Series – Lion’s Head Geology Hike and Badge Series – Lion’s Head 9:30 AM 08/08/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/geology-hike-and-badge-series-lions-head/2026-08-08/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Peninsula Category: Geology Hike Location (Google Maps): Lion’s Head 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., Medium (3.0 – 4.5 km/h): A comfortable pace for most hikers with steady progress. Terrain: Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths. Distance: 11 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.
9	10	11	12	13 Beaver Bites – Hike 2 of 4 Beaver Bites – Hike 2 of 4 9:15 AM-4:00 PM 08/13/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-bites-hike-2-of-4/2026-08-13/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills Category: General Location (Google Maps): Meet at Metcalfe Crevices parking area, km 27.9, where the main trail crosses 10th Line. Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing Distance: Hike one will be 10.4 km and the second hike will be 7 km. Description This day will be challenging but rewarding when we loop through Duncan Crevice Caves Provincial Nature Reserve, (Map 25) and explore Metcalfe Crevice. After our lunch break we will head over to Loree Forest and hike another loop.	14	15 Car Hike: Boyd Conservation Park ,Vaughan Car Hike: Boyd Conservation Park ,Vaughan 8:30 AM-1:15 PM 08/15/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-boyd-conservation-park-vaughan-16/2026-08-15/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Free Parking lot before entrance of park on Islington Ave. 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): 12-14 km Description Let’s hike Boyd conservation park trails through beautiful valleys. Please bring lots of water and snacks ,hiking poles are recommended phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482 Geology Hike and Badge Series – Dyer’s Bay Geology Hike and Badge Series – Dyer’s Bay 9:30 AM 08/15/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/geology-hike-and-badge-series-dyers-bay/2026-08-15/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Peninsula Category: Geology Hike Location (Google Maps): Dyer’s Bay 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: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths. Distance: 7.5 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. Saturday Shorts: Hockleycrest Saturday Shorts: Hockleycrest 9:30 AM-11:30 AM 08/15/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/saturday-shorts-hockleycrest-6/2026-08-15/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills Category: General Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Mono 5 Sideroad parking area at km 45.4 on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. This is east of Airport Road. It is best to aim for arriving around 9:20, so we can start hiking as close to 9:30 am as possible. Thanks! It is a popular meet-up spot for hikers. If the parking lot is full, you can park along Mono 5 Sideroad. Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing Distance: Approximately 5 km Description Looking to get out on a Saturday but not give up your whole day? Following the main Bruce Trail and side trails, this Saturday’s hike takes us through Hockleycrest. We will cover our approximately 5 km route at a comfortable pace, which allows for enjoying our time out in nature. Consider bringing sunscreen, insect repellent, hiking shoes/boots, a hat, poles, water, and a snack. There will be a short break. No dogs please. Expect a reminder email one or two days before the hike. Braiding Friendship Braiding Friendship 9:30 AM 08/15/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/braiding-friendship/2026-08-15/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Peninsula Location (Google Maps): Rural Rootz Nature Reserve, 645 Northacres Road, South Bruce Peninsula. N0H 2T0 Hike Leader(s): Marg Glendon 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: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Easy: Flat forested sections or lowland trails., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths. Distance: ~4 km Description The Bruce Trail Conservancy is a founding member of the World Trails Network, working collaboratively to sustainably promote and support public footpaths through the creation of Friendship Trails. Much like twin cities, Friendship Trails connect trail organizations from different countries in a spirit of partnership, shared promotion, and international collaboration. These connections celebrate friendship, strengthen community, and bring people from all walks of life together—both with nature and with one another Although this second hike in the Friendship Trail series is not a designated International Friendship Trail, it explores the idea of friendship through the lens of reciprocity, gratitude, and shared experience, inspired by the teachings of Robin Wall Kimmerer. Join us for a unique combination of a workshop and hike focusing on connection—with each other and with the natural world. We will begin with a hands-on workshop led by Natasha Akiwenzie of Bagida’waad Alliance, who will introduce participants to the concept of sustainable harvesting. You will have an opportunity to braid your own sweetgrass while reflecting on the importance of kindness, reciprocity and nurturing relationships. Sweetgrass is one of four sacred medicines in many First Nations cultures. Following the workshop, we’ll enjoy a short hike at Rural Rootz Nature Reserve, where we’ll observe how these lessons are reflected in nature. Rural Roots Side Trail is the only Bruce Trail Conservancy side trail which is not physically connected to the Bruce Trail. It is a unique ecosystem which holds examples of karst topography, wetland, limestone caves and moss covered boulders. This experience offers a thoughtful blend of learning, reflection, friendship and time outdoors. Free-will cash donations to Rural Rootz Nature Reserve are appreciated. These donations go toward maintaining Rural Rootz Nature Reserve. Thank you to Tom and Dee Ashman for generously welcoming us to Rural Rootz Nature Reserve.
16	17	18	19	20 Caledon Hills – Stained Glass Badge Fundraiser – August 20 & 21 and September 3 & 4, 2026 Caledon Hills – Stained Glass Badge Fundraiser – August 20 & 21 and September 3 & 4, 2026 9:00 AM-3:30 PM 08/20/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/caledon-hills-stained-glass-badge-fundraiser-august-20-21-and-september-3-4-2026/2026-08-20/ This is a Multi-Day Hike You are signing up for the following dates: 2026-08-20, 2026-08-21, 2026-09-03, 2026-09-04 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills Category: Cheltenham Badlands Stained Glass E2E Badge Location (Google Maps): Registered participants will receive more details by email. August 20 – Meet at the Roadside parking on 4th Line EHS at the entrance to the Pete Beecham Side Trail. 43.976327, -80.026621 (10; no fee). Shuttle to Mono Community Centre, 200 m south of Mono Centre (County Road 8). Park in gravel lot 44.026195, -80.071516 (40; no fee) 18 km August 21 – Meet at Roadside parking on Coolihans Sideroad east of where the Trail crosses the road. 43.937967, -79.934650 (10; no fee) 20km September 3 – Meet at Roadside parking along the southwest shoulder of the Willoughby Rd. and Escarpment Sideroad intersection 44.831244, -79.980588 (5; no fee) 18 km September 4 – Meet at Roadside parking at Boston Mills Rd. just west of the Mississauga Rd. intersection (do not park on driveway – it is private property) 44.750866, -79.951452 (5) 18 km Hike Leader(s): Joanna Mazur; Karen Buschert Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing Distance: 17 to 20 km per day Description Caledon Hills Stained Glass Badge Fundraiser End 2 End In this series of 4 hikes you will get a chance to finish the Caledon Hills section and you will be rewarded with the breathtaking views, good company and of course the Cheltenham Badlands Stained Glass E2E Badge: An Iconic Caledon Hills Geological Heritage Landmark. This is a monetized hike – proceeds go to the Caledon Hills Bruce Trail Club to continue to maintain infrastructure along the trail. There are no refunds. This E2E is intended for strong hikers. We will be hiking at a steady pace with few short breaks and lunch break. Due to the distances involved be sure of your physical ability before signing up for this series. It is expected that everyone keep pace with the person in front of them. Bio breaks are as you need; please let the sweep know and they will wait for you. Please do not register for this hike unless you can commit to all 4 days. If you need to miss one day, please make it up before this series begins and notify the hike leader as well. All hikes in this series will include a car shuttle and everyone will take a turn as a shuttle driver. Please have your vehicle passenger-ready with at least 3 to 4 available seat belts. If you have any questions please email Joanna or Karen. Please bring all snacks/lunch and at least 2l of water as well as all the other things you require for a long day hike including a first aid kit, bug spray, sunscreen and poles, if you use them. No dogs. Do not show up unregistered. Any questions may be directed through contact on this form. If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration. To cancel your registration, here is a step by step: – Sign into your account on the BTC website – Click on My Hikes under your account – This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for – Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column. – Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel There are no drop outs. If for some reason you are unable to complete the days’ hike, you will be responsible for finding your way back to your vehicle. Badges will be presented on the last day for all registered for the series. If not, a list of finishers will be sent to the club for mailing out. Refunds: https://brucetrail.org/paid-hike-refund-policy/ Beaver Bites – Hike 3 of 4 Beaver Bites – Hike 3 of 4 9:15 AM-4:00 PM 08/20/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-bites-hike-3-of-4/2026-08-20/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills Category: General Location (Google Maps): Meet at parking on 7th Line and Sideroad 4A. Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing Distance: The first hike will be 12 km and the second will be 3.5 km. Description This third challenging day will take us down Beaver Valley ski hill and back up through Kimberley Forest and right to the Stone Foundation Side Trail. (Map 26) The second hike, after a hilltop lunch break, will take us to the Stew Hilts Side Trail and a waterfall.	21	22 Belwood Grand Valley Trail One Day End to End Belwood Grand Valley Trail One Day End to End 7:30 AM-4:00 PM 08/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/belwood-grand-valley-trail-one-day-end-to-end/2026-08-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia Category: Special Event Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Belwood Community Hall/Belwood & District Lions Club Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing Distance: 30.8km Description The Grand Valley Trail stretches from. Port Maitland on Lake Erie in the south to Belwood in the north. This hike is an end to end of the Belwood Section of the Grand Valley Trail – We will meet at the Belwood Community Hall and car shuttle to the start at 43.630704, -80.477034 Township Rd 60 east of Middlebrook Rd at the Grand River and the Middlebrook Bridge. This is a one-day 31km hike suitable for endurance hikers. Please know your physical limit before signing up for this hike. The trail is a combination of road and trail, picturesque towns and topped off with a stop at Belwood Country Market just after we finish. Please bring at least 2l of water and enough snacks & lunch to get you through the day as well as bug spray, sun screen, a first aid kit and poles if you use them. There are no drop outs. If you cannot finish the hike you will be responsible for getting back to your vehicle. The Belwood GVT chevron badge will be available either at the end of the hike or by application through the GVT website after we finish. The price is likely to be between $10 and $15. Since badges help to raise funds for the GVT, this hike is intended to raise funds. If you do not collect badges, please consider a donation to the club. No dogs. There may be an added fee to hike through the Elora Gorge TBA. 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. To cancel your registration, here is a step by step: – Sign into your account on the BTC website – Click on My Hikes under your account – This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for – Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column. – Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel Car Hike: Rouge National Park Scarborough, ON Car Hike: Rouge National Park Scarborough, ON 8:30 AM-1:15 PM 08/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-rouge-national-park-scarborough-on-4/2026-08-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Free parking in Mast Trail parking Lot off Kingston Road 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 (km): 12-14 km Description We will hike Vista trail and part of orchard trail, will enjoy look outs between Rouge river and Little Rouge creek • Please dress appropriately for the weather. • We will have short water ,picture and a 15 minute snack break. Everyone is welcome! Please bring lots of water and snacks ,hiking poles are recommended phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482 Geology Hike and Badge Series – North Saugeen (Bruce) Shoreline Geology Hike and Badge Series – North Saugeen (Bruce) Shoreline 9:00 AM 08/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/geology-hike-and-badge-series-north-saugeen-bruce-shoreline/2026-08-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Peninsula Category: Geology Hike Location (Google Maps): Cyprus Lake/Halfway Log Dump 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: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths. Distance: 8.0 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.
23	24	25	26	27 Beaver Bites – Hike 4 of 4 Beaver Bites – Hike 4 of 4 9:15 AM-4:00 PM 08/27/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-bites-hike-4-of-4/2026-08-27/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills Category: General Location (Google Maps): Meet at Hogg’s Falls parking, km 65.1, on the west side of Lower Valley Rd., north of East Back Line. Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing Distance: The first hike will be about 6 km and the second about 7 km. Description This last pair of hikes in the series will take us looping around Hogg’s Falls and after a lunch break at Beaver Valley Lookout we will cross Grey Road 13 and explore the new group of trails including Eagles Summit and East Mountain. Celebration with ice cream at Top of The Rock!	28 Beaver Valley E2E in 8 – Hike 1 Beaver Valley E2E in 8 – Hike 1 8:30 AM-2:30 PM 08/28/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-e2e-in-8-hike-1/2026-08-28/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Beaver Valley Category: General Hike Location (Google Maps): Off road parking on west side of 6th Line north of Grey Road 119 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, Slippery and Steep Sections Distance: 13.7 km Description This is an End-to-End hike series to complete the Beaver Valley section of the Bruce Trail in 8 hikes. Join for all or as many hikes as desired – you will need to register for each hike in the series which will take place on the following dates: August 28, August 29, September 11, September 12, October 2, October 3, October 16 & October 17. Hikers completing the entire series will be eligible to obtain an end-to-end badge from the BTC Beaver Valley Club. Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering. This section of the trail has numerous hills and rough terrain in spots. We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and hikers will need to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. The hike series will also involve car shuttles and every hiker is expected to participate as drivers. Weather conditions in the late summer can still be quite warm, but the hike schedule will extend to mid-October so it’s best come prepared for varying weather conditions. Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are strongly recommended. Bring plenty of fluids and a snack. Insects and ticks will still be active at this time of year, long pants and long sleeves are recommended as is insect repellent. Specific hike details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to each hike. Peninsula Sturgeon Full Moon Hike – Meet time is 7:45pm Peninsula Sturgeon Full Moon Hike – Meet time is 7:45pm 7:45 PM-9:45 PM 08/28/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-sturgeon-full-moon-hike-meet-time-is-745pm/2026-08-28/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Peninsula Category: Moonlight Hikes Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Bruce Trail parking lot located off of Cape Chin North Road Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less, 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: 10 km Description This full moon hike is in the Peninsula Section of trail and led by an Iroquoia Hike Leader. Welcome to more Full Moon Hike Series – This is the 3/4 full moon hikes. Details for collecting badges are at the bottom of the hike details. We will meet in the parking lot located off Cape Chin North Road. From here we will take the Cape Chin Meadows Side Trail and connect. with the main trail out to Cape Chin and then follow the loop around to connect back up with the Cape Chin Meadows Side Trail. Sunset is at 8:10pm Bring water and whatever snacks you need as well as a first aid kit, poles if you use them and most importantly, a head-lamp with a red light if you have one. The next full moon hike is September 26 Harvest Moon – Meet time is 6:00 pm The following is from the Bruce Trail Conservancy website regarding Hiking at Night. While most hikers choose to explore the Bruce Trail by day to take in the colourful sights and vast vistas, venturing out after dark also has its benefits. Hiking at night allows you to tap into other senses and explore nature in a whole new way. From stargazing to nocturnal animal sightings, there is a lot to see and hear when exploring the Bruce Trail after sunset. No matter your motivation for heading out for a nighttime hike, certain precautions should be taken to ensure that your time on the Trail is safe and enjoyable. Before you go Plan your route and choose somewhere familiar. It’s easy to get turned around in the darkness. Planning your route and hiking it in daylight first will help you know what to expect. If you’ve never tried hiking at night, start with a shorter hike somewhere familiar to you. Always stay on the Trail to avoid getting lost. Bring a headlamp or flashlight and extra batteries. The Trail can be quite rugged with uneven surfaces, rocks, and roots. A headlamp or flashlight is essential for preventing trips and falls – and both are brighter and last longer than your phone’s built-in light. A light source with different settings, including a red light, is ideal as bright lights can be hard on your eyes over time. Bring a fully charged cell phone. You should always bring your phone with you when hitting the trails in case you need to call for help. Most phones have a flashlight function that can act as a backup to your headlamp. You can also use your phone’s GPS with apps like the Bruce Trail App and what3words for navigational and safety purposes. Wear reflective clothing and bring a whistle. A reflective piece of clothing can help other hikers or drivers see you in the darkness. A whistle can help others hear you in case of an emergency, even if they can’t see you. Plan to do your first hike under a full moon and a clear sky. A full moon can provide a surprising amount of light. Planning your first night hike during a full moon and clear sky can be a great way to acclimate yourself to hiking after dark. Don’t go solo and tell someone where you are going. Always share your route with someone before heading out in case of an emergency. Bring a friend to explore the Trail together, or join one of the moonlit hikes offered by some Bruce Trail Clubs. Bring layers. The temperature can drop quickly in the woods at night. Bring layers to stay warm and comfortable. While Hiking Slow down and be aware of hazards. Don’t expect to hike at the same pace you would in daylight. Darkness can make the terrain more challenging. Slow down, pay attention to your surroundings, and stay away from cliff edges to prevent injuries. Be prepared for wildlife. Many animals such as coyotes, owls, bats, salamanders, foxes, opossums, and skunks are active at night. Sightings can enhance your nighttime hiking experience but be careful not to get too close. Keep your ears open to the sounds around you to avoid unwanted interactions. While more preparations may be needed for a hike after dusk, for many, once they find themselves in the cool of the night gazing up at the constellations or watching an owl swoop through the darkness, the effort is well worth it. If you are collecting your badge tonight or September 26, please bring exact cash $10 for members and $15 for non-members to cover the cost of the badge. You must’ve have completed at least 4 full moon hikes. If you wish to pay by e-transfer and have your badge mailed out to you, you may also choose to receive it that way. For simplicity sake, and because it will be dark out, it would be appreciated if you could please choose one method of receiving your badge or the other. Badges are on the honour system so if this is your 4th hike, please feel free to receive your badge. Full Moon Family Star Gazing Hike Full Moon Family Star Gazing Hike 8:30 PM-10:30 PM 08/28/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/full-moon-family-star-gazing-hike/2026-08-28/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land Category: Special Events Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail parking lot at the end of Centre Road south of the 5th Side Road. Immediately south of Whitfield. North of Boyne Valley Provincial Park. Please see Google Maps link in this hike description for GPS location. Hike Leader(s): Helen Bailey; Margery Cruise Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy Distance: 2 kms Description A full moon hike up to Murphy’s Pinnacle is your chance to turn an ordinary evening into an adventure. Come with us as we take a short hike through the Dufferin Hi-lands to stargaze from one of the regions most scenic lookouts. Throughout the hike our guide Megan Logeman will teach us about phases of the moon and key constellations drawing our attention to notable features of the summer night sky. This is a short, easy hike suitable for all adults and children over 6 years old. The hike will start promptly at 8:30pm . Please wear long sleeved tops and long pants to avoid any mosquitos or ticks and bring bug spray. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a headlamp or flashlight which we will use only if necessary. Please bring a drink also. Pre-registration is required.	29 Beaver Valley End to End Event (participants hike independently, no hike leader) Beaver Valley End to End Event (participants hike independently, no hike leader) 8:15 AM 08/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-end-to-end-event-participants-hike-independently-no-hike-leader-3/2026-08-29/ This is a Multi-Day Hike You are signing up for the following dates: 2026-08-29, 2026-08-30, 2026-09-05, 2026-09-06, 2026-09-07 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Beaver Valley Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Kolapore Uplands skiers parking lot on Grey County Road 2, 650 m south of where the trail crosses the road at km 23.8, Map 24, Edition 30 N44.422919, W80.405597. Plan to be there at 7:30 a.m. for sign in and bus loading. The bus will leave promptly at 8:00 a.m. Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader. Pace: Medium Terrain: Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous Length of Hike: The 5 hikes range from approx. 22 km 26 km. You set your own pace but medium will get the job done in a timely fashion. Description Beaver Valley 2026 End-to-End August 29, 30 and September 5,6,7 Registration will be through the Bruce Trail Conservancy Online Calendar and will open at 8:30 a.m. on May 4, 2026. Registration is limited to 50 people because of parking area availability. Once registration is full, names will be added to a wait list by the Online Calendar software. The registration fee of $130.00 includes the online registration fee, bus shuttle, checkpoint refreshments and the End-to-End badge. Refunds will be permitted up to 30 days before the first hike date of August 29. Hikers should have experience with hiking 20+ km in a day on challenging terrain. Complete details of the event will be emailed to participants once registration is received. For more information contact beavervalleytrailactivities@gmail.com Beaver Valley E2E in 8 – Hike 2 Beaver Valley E2E in 8 – Hike 2 8:30 AM-2:30 PM 08/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-e2e-in-8-hike-2/2026-08-29/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Beaver Valley Category: General Hike Location (Google Maps): Parking lot 100 meters south of the Main Trail crossing on 10th Line 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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing Distance: 14.65km Description This is hike 2 of the End-to-End hike series to complete the Beaver Valley section of the Bruce Trail in 8 hikes. Join for all or as many hikes as desired – you will need to register for each hike in the series which will take place on the following dates: August 28, August 29, September 11, September 12, October 2, October 3, October 16 & October 17. Hikers completing the entire series will be eligible to obtain an end-to-end badge from the BTC Beaver Valley Club. Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering. This section of the trail has numerous hills and rough terrain in spots. We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and hikers will need to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. The hike series will also involve car shuttles and every hiker is expected to participate as drivers. Weather conditions in the late summer can still be quite warm, but the hike schedule will extend to mid-October so it’s best come prepared for varying weather conditions. Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are strongly recommended. Bring plenty of fluids and a snack. Insects and ticks will still be active at this time of year, long pants and long sleeves are recommended as is insect repellent. Specific hike details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to each hike. Car Hike: Glasgow village Uxbridge Car Hike: Glasgow village Uxbridge 8:30 AM-1:15 PM 08/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-glasgow-village-uxbridge-9/2026-08-29/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Glasgow Trail, Concession Road 2 Park in parking lot at the head of trail 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): 14-15 km Description Lets explore Goodwood conservation area and visit Secord forest and pond
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