Caledon Hills

Forest Bathing Walk - Enjoy Forest & Stream on the North Side of Hockley Valley

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Nature Walks
Location (Google Maps): BTC Reference Guide Map 18. We depart from the roadside parking area on south side of Dunby Road at km 67.8.

Hike Leader(s): Janice McClelland Julie Daley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8.8 km

Description

Departing from the parking area on Dunby Rd. (at km 67.8), we walk quietly south on the Bruce Trail through a pleasant re-forested area (and memorable benches) then on to the forests of the Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve. We continue south to the junction with the Isabel East Side Trail before heading back north to follow the Cam Snell Side Trail, enjoying the company of a stream. Key words for this walk — forest, stream and some long, steepish sections. Walkers are encouraged to take the steepish sections at their own pace – some may prefer to maintain a steady pace drinking in the forest air and some may prefer to pause for breaths and absorb nature. Please bring water and a snack for on the trail. Hiking poles can be helpful. Optional local lunch gathering after the walk.

Niagara Stained Glass End 2 End (Dec 9,10,16,17)

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park off Roland Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 18.2km

Description

This is the ninth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and I are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.

Note we start our series through Short Hills Prov Park due to park restrictions for hunting

We meet at 7:30 – hikers should arrive early and be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Heather for those who want to hike and not receive this special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Niagara E2E

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park off Roland Road.

Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 18.2 km

Description

This is the ninth and final! section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and Steven White are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.

Note we start our series through Short Hills Provincial Park due to park restrictions for hunting.
We meet at 7:30 – hikers should be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.

There is another End to End hike series posted by Steven for those who want to hike and receive a special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Scotsdale Farm to Silver Creek Loop

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Main Parking area at Scotsdale Farm near the main house

Hike Leader(s): Jennie Greenfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11.5 km

Description

We will hike the Bennett Heritage, and Main Trails on the way out, loop around the Irwin Side Trail in Silver Creek Conservation Area, then back using the Main and Maureen Smith and Trails.    The hike will start on the farm lane heading past the heritage buildings and barn at Scotsdale Farm. Most of the hike will be in the forest, at times following the edge of the escarpment with a few ups and downs and rocky sections.

There will be stops for water.   To avoid getting chilled, we will take a couple of shorter nutrition breaks along the way, so bring your favorite hiking drink and snacks.

Please dress appropriately for weather conditions.  Hiking boots required, poles recommended.