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9:00 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES – #1 of 3: Chloe Cooley and the Beginning of the End Black Enslavement in Upper Canada
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02/16/2026 9:00 AM - 10:45 AM
- HikeType Loop
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/loop1.png
- PaceTypes Medium
- TerrainTypes Easy
- PaidOuting No
Hike open to BTC Members only.
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Veteran's Memorial Park. Park on King at Centre St
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6 kms
Description
Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month. Each year, Black History Month honours the experiences, achievements and enduring contributions of Black communities in Canada, while deepening our collective understanding of their history and impact on Canadian society. This year’s theme: “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.” This theme celebrates three decades of Black History Month in Canada and recognizes the enduring legacy of Black Canadians, whose leadership, creativity, innovation and resilience have shaped our past, continue to influence our present, and will inspire future generations. During all the hikes in this series, you will learn about Niagara-on-the-Lake's Black history.
The link below will take you to a brief overview on this topic, by the Niagara-on-the-Lake's Museum.
https://artsandculture.google.com/story/niagara-on-the-lake-s-black-history-niagara-historical-society-museum/-QXR3nRTdnmqJw?hl=en
**Bring hydration and a snack. We will be stopping several times. While the terrain is generally flat, hiking poles and icers are recommended as sidewalk and streets may be icy.
This hike counts as 1 of 3 required hikes towards the Black History badge. Two additional hikes are offered on today's hike schedule. There will be a short break between hikes.
Please Note: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning, to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are opened to all and offered in a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.