Caledon Hills

Toronto Winter E2E in 3 Hikes

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking; km 17.4 Map 12, on the east side of the road where the trail crosses the Fourth Line. Don’t park in front of the junkyard.

Hike Leader(s): Roopa Dindigal Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 17.4 km

Description

 

Do you have plans to complete the Toronto section this winter? Join us for a winter wonderland adventure as we hike the Toronto section in three exciting hikes!

We will hike North to Southbound, on Hike #1 – Feb 1st we will meet on the east side of the road where the trail crosses the fourth line, do not park in front of the junkyard (43.615163, -79.975157) and we will shuttle to start at Hilton Falls (parking fee at Hilton Falls)

A detailed schedule for the full series, with dates and meeting locations, will be provided when you register.

This hike series is meant for experienced distance hikers, please keep in mind your ability to join this series.

Pack sufficient water and snacks to boost your energy. Wear appropriate attire for the weather conditions and come prepared with icers and snowshoes. Hikers will be contacted the night before if a hike must be canceled due to inclement weather. If you have further questions or concerns email Roopa at chbtcpublicrelations@gmail.com

Cancelled: Saturday Shorts: Riverside Woods Nature Reserve

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 10 am at the BTC parking lot, 713377 1st Line EHS, Mono. Go north on 1st Line from Side Road 5. Access is closed going south on 1st Line from Hockley Road during the winter. It is best to aim for arriving around 9:45, so we can start hiking as close to 10 am as possible. Thanks!

Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Between 4 and 5 km

Description

Due to the forecasted extreme cold with the wind chill, this hike has been cancelled.

Looking to get out on a Saturday but not give up your whole day? Saturday Shorts, a hiking series, will get you out in a small group on a short hike. This Saturday’s hike explores Riverside Woods on side trails and gentler nature reserve trails on a 4 or 5 km route. Be prepared for winter conditions by bringing warm gear, poles, and icers. You are encouraged to bring water and a snack. No dogs please.

Registrants can expect a reminder/update message one or two days before the hike.

If desired, this hike may be used towards the Caledon Winter Hiking Badge (5 winter hikes in the Caledon section that are 1 ½ hours or longer in length). Please keep a log of your hikes and follow the directions on the CHBTC website under Club Badges to receive your badge.

Mono Winterfest Scenic Hike

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Location: Meet at the Mono Community Centre parking lot, 200 m south of Mono Centre, Dufferin County Road 8

Directions: Drive north on Hwy 10 past Orangeville. Continue to Mono Centre Road/ Dufferin Road 8 at Camilla. Turn right and follow this road into Mono Centre. The Community Centre parking lot is on your right, about 200 meters before you reach the crossroads.

Hike Leader(s): Richard Smythe Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 3 km or 7 to 8 km

Description

Warm up for Mono Winterfest with a morning hike by the ponds of the Whitetail Refuge Nature Reserve and Mono Cliffs. We aim to have you back at the Mono Community Centre for the start of Winterfest at noon. There will be an opportunity to leave the hike after about 3 km as we pass by Mono Centre Park. Please dress for the weather and have your icers ready.

Humber Valley Heritage Trail

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot at Dick’s Dam Park, 250 Glasgow Road, Bolton. It is best to aim for arriving around 9:50, so we can start hiking as close to 10 am as possible. Thanks!

Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 6 km

Description

Enjoy a there and back hike along the Humber River! We will hike for about an hour as we follow the trail upriver from Dick’s Dam Park. We’ll stop for a short standing break and then return to the parking lot following the same trail downriver.

Be prepared for winter conditions by bringing warm gear, poles, and crampons/icers. You are encouraged to bring water and a snack, if desired. No dogs please.

Registrants can expect a reminder/update message one or two days before the hike. For this hike, registrants can bring a friend who is not yet a BTC member. Please send the hike leader a message indicating that a friend will be joining you. A paper registration sheet will be available for your friend to sign in, so please factor that into your arrival time.

Following the hike, we’ll stop in at a local eatery. All are welcome.