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To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 01September 1, 2019
Biennial Beaver Valley End to End Registration is full, thanks to all participants.
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/biennial-beaver-valley-end-to-end-registration-is-full-thanks-to-all-participants-2/Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
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Location: - 03September 3, 2019
Eugenia Falls to Hoggs Falls
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/eugenia-falls-to-hoggs-falls/Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Hogg’s Falls parking area, km 63.2. Map 26
Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact leader to register; registered hikers will be contacted about cancellations.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 7 kmDescription
This hike will begin at Eugenia Falls and end at Hogg’s Falls, two of our Beaver Valley gems. As we hike along there are great views up and down Beaver Valley. We pass a beautiful old hemlock tree on the way.Participant Guidelines
- All kms. mentioned are according to maps in Edition 29 of The Bruce Trail Reference.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before start of hike.
- Participants are expected to wear appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain. In summer, sturdy footwear is necessary. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate. It is a good idea to bring these items if there is snow on the ground and the hike leader will advise you as to the best footwear for the day. Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience.
- Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- For spring and summer hikes bring sunscreen, insect repellent and water.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- 06September 6, 2019
Fairmount/Webwood Falls/Seigerman Loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/fairmount-webwood-falls-seigerman-loop/Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet on the shoulder of Sideroad 22B, east of Grey Road 7, across from the entrance to the Fairmount Side Trail. Map 27
Hike Leader(s): Mike Arkless Click here to contact leader to register; registered hikers will be contacted about cancellations.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 12 kmDescription
This hike will take in two side trails and Webwood Falls with connections on the main trail. Bring lunch and sufficient water.Participant Guidelines
- All kms. mentioned are according to maps in Edition 29 of The Bruce Trail Reference.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before start of hike.
- Participants are expected to wear appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain. In summer, sturdy footwear is necessary. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate. It is a good idea to bring these items if there is snow on the ground and the hike leader will advise you as to the best footwear for the day. Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience.
- Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- For spring and summer hikes bring sunscreen, insect repellent and water.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- 11September 11, 2019
Trout Hollow Trail Loop Meaford - this hike is cancelled due to bridge washout
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/trout-hollow-trail-loop-meaford/Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Beautiful Joe Park, Edwin St. Meaford.
Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact leader to register; registered hikers will be contacted about cancellations.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 10.8 kmDescription
This loop hike takes us along the Bighead River on the historically significant Tout Hollow Trail. We will pass a number of ruins circa 1860’s – early 1900’s including the sawmill site at which naturalist John Muir worked. Bring lunch and water.Participant Guidelines
- All kms. mentioned are according to maps in Edition 29 of The Bruce Trail Reference.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before start of hike.
- Participants are expected to wear appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain. In summer, sturdy footwear is necessary. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate. It is a good idea to bring these items if there is snow on the ground and the hike leader will advise you as to the best footwear for the day. Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience.
- Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- For spring and summer hikes bring sunscreen, insect repellent and water.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- 14September 14, 2019
Bayview Escarpment (long) Loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bayview-escarpment-long-loop/Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at km 55.2, map 30 at the north end of St. Vincent-Sydenham Townline
Hike Leader(s): Maureen McFarland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 13.2 kmsDescription
This hike will follow the main trail and the River Kwai Side Trail through cedar and hardwood forests and colonies of ferns. There are several lookouts along the escarpment edge with lovely views over Georgian Bay and the Meaford Tank Range. Bring a lunch or snacks and water. Approximately 4 hours. Map 30 Loop 6. This is a joint hike with Sydenham Club. For more information, call or text 647-918-4180.