- HikeType Urban
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/house.png
- PaceTypes Leisurely
- TerrainTypes Easy
- PaidOuting No
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):
Veteran's Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre.
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6 kms
Description
Since 1995, the government in 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. During all the hikes in this series, you will learn about Niagara-on-the-Lake's Black history.
You will find out about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, bring your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.
Today's hike is 1 of 3 required for the Black History badge. 2 additional hikes are on today's hike schedule. There will be a short break between hikes.