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All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.
TIP: The calendar view displays up to 7 hikes on a day, but often there are more. Click “More events” to see them all.
To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 03August 3, 2021
Bruce Trail - Kolapore Trail loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bruce-trail-kolapore-trail-loop/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Kolapore parking lot on the east side of Grey Road 2, 500 metres south of 23.8, map 25, Edition 30
Hike Leader(s): Bruce King Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 8 kmDescription
Hike west from Grey Road 2 on the Bruce Trail to Metcalfe Rock, and return on the Kolapore Church Trail (part of the Kolapore Wilderness Trails)COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hikers may choose to wear masks
- Hikers may carry and use hand sanitizer, but should not be sharing it with the group
- Hikers who experience COVID-19 symptoms following a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must inform their local public health unit.
Find your local health unit at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx
Transportation
All hikers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the hike.
Currently, there are no car shuttles on hikes – all hikes must be out-and-back or loop hikes.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
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.
- Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
- 10August 10, 2021
Beaver Valley West (16C-7A)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-west-16c-7a/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet on Sideroad 16C (access from 7th Line, not Grey Rd. 7) approx. km 91.9 Map 27, Edition 30. Park on one side only, well onto the shoulder of the road. Do not block the farmer’s field entrance or the driveway at the dead end.
Hike Leader(s): Ed Stedman Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Approx.10 kmDescription
This is an out and back hike. This forested hike takes us along the escarpment through Herman McConnell Memorial Forest and the Wodehouse Creek Management Area. Bring snacks and sufficient water.COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hikers may choose to wear masks
- Hikers may carry and use hand sanitizer, but should not be sharing it with the group
- Hikers who experience COVID-19 symptoms following a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must inform their local public health unit.
Find your local health unit at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx
Transportation
All hikers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the hike.
Currently, there are no car shuttles on hikes – all hikes must be out-and-back or loop hikes.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
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.
- Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
- 12August 12, 2021
Siegerman Side Trail Plus More
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/siegerman-side-trail-plus-more/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the end of Sideroad 22C near Heathcote. at Km 102.5, Map 28, Edition 30. Roadside parking is available.
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 6.5 kmDescription
We begin with an incline up an unopened road allowance. Then we will loop through varied forest using the Allan Side Trail. As we return via the Siegerman Side Trail, we will be walking along a beautiful stream. Please bring adequate water and a snack.COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hikers may choose to wear masks
- Hikers may carry and use hand sanitizer, but should not be sharing it with the group
- Hikers who experience COVID-19 symptoms following a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must inform their local public health unit.
Find your local health unit at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx
Transportation
All hikers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the hike.
Currently, there are no car shuttles on hikes – all hikes must be out-and-back or loop hikes.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
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.
- Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
- 21August 21, 2021
The Metcalfe Rock Duncan Crevice Loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/the-metcalfe-rock-duncan-crevice-loop/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Metcalfe Rock parking lot on the 10th Line at Km 27.9 Map 25 Edition 30
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 10 kmDescription
Our hike takes us past the impressive Pinnacle Rock and by the beautiful Mill Creek. We’ll have a few interesting views of deep crevices and a wide view back to Metcalfe Rock. We follow the Chuck Grant Side Trail to make a loop. As we near our starting location, an optional route through the awe-inspiring Metcalfe Rock Side Trail is a great way to bring our hike to a close. Please bring adequate water and a snack.COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hikers may choose to wear masks
- Hikers may carry and use hand sanitizer, but should not be sharing it with the group
- Hikers who experience COVID-19 symptoms following a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must inform their local public health unit.
Find your local health unit at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx
Transportation
All hikers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the hike.
Currently, there are no car shuttles on hikes – all hikes must be out-and-back or loop hikes.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
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.
- Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
- 24August 24, 2021
Kimberley Side Trail Loop + Bill's Creek
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/kimberley-side-trail-loop-bills-creek/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Beaver Valley Ski Club entrance which is west off Grey Rd. 30 (off Grey Rd. 13 just south of Kimberley) Lower parking lot at the south end. Map 26, Edition 30
Hike Leader(s): Ed Stedman Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Approx. 9 kmDescription
This is a loop hike with an extension north to view Bill’s Creek and Karst topography. We start at the ski club and head north on the Kimberley Side Trail up to Biil’s Creek then return on the main trail south to the Valley Crossover Trail and back to our cars.COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hikers may choose to wear masks
- Hikers may carry and use hand sanitizer, but should not be sharing it with the group
- Hikers who experience COVID-19 symptoms following a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must inform their local public health unit.
Find your local health unit at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx
Transportation
All hikers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the hike.
Currently, there are no car shuttles on hikes – all hikes must be out-and-back or loop hikes.
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
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.
- Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.