1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 - Forest Bathing Walk – Enjoy Forest & Stream on the North Side of Hockley Valley
9:30 AM-1:30 AM 12/06/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/forest-bathing-walk-enjoy-forest-stream-on-the-north-side-of-hockley-valley/2024-12-06/ Click here for more information or to register 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.
| 7 - Saturday Shorts: Riverside Woods
9:30 AM-11:00 AM 12/07/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/saturday-shorts-riverside-woods-2/2024-12-07/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:30 am at the BTC parking lot, 713377 1st Line EHS, Mono. Go north on 1st Line from Side Road 5. 1st Line will be not be accessible going south from Hockley Road. 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
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 mainly uses Bruce Trail side trails to explore Riverside Woods Nature Reserve. Depending on trail conditions, we’ll hike for between 4 and 5 km. Please dress for the weather. Icers and hiking poles are recommended. However, we’ll be taking a shorter and gentler route if the trails are snowy and/or icy. Bring water and a snack, if desired. There will be a short break. No dogs please.
|
8 | 9 - Niagara E2E
7:30 AM-2:00 PM 12/09/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-e2e/2024-12-09/ Hike open to BTC Members only. This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-12-09 at 07:30
2024-12-10 at 07:30
2024-12-16 at 07:30
2024-12-17 at 07:30 Click here for more information or to register 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.
 Niagara Stained Glass End 2 End (Dec 9,10,16,17) 7:30 AM 12/09/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-stained-glass-end-2-end-dec-9101617/2024-12-09/ This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates:
2024-12-09, 2024-12-10, 2024-12-16, 2024-12-17 Click here for more information or to register 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.
| 10 - Scotsdale Farm to Silver Creek Loop
9:30 AM-2:00 AM 12/10/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-to-silver-creek-loop-3/2024-12-10/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register 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.
| 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 - Saturday Shorts: Hockleycrest
9:30 AM-11:15 AM 12/14/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/saturday-shorts-hockleycrest/2024-12-14/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:30 am at the Mono 5 Sideroad parking area at km 45.4 on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. This is east of Airport Road. It is best to aim for arriving around 9:15, so we can start hiking as close to 9:30 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 5 km Description
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. Following the main Bruce Trail and side trails, this Saturday’s hike takes us through Hockleycrest. Be prepared for winter conditions on our approximately 5 km route by bringing warm gear, poles, and icers. You are encouraged to bring water and a snack. No dogs please.
|
15 | 16 | 17 - Halton Regional Forest
9:30 AM-2:30 PM 12/17/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/halton-regional-forest-9/2024-12-17/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Parking at: 10 Side Road and 4th Line Nassagaweya (trail entrance to Halton Regional Forest).
From Highway 401 West, turn right (north) on Guelph Line, right on 10 Side Rd. The road bends northwards and becomes 4th Line Nassagaweya; roadside parking at the bend. Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12 km Description
Will hike trails in Halton Regional Forest and Hilton Falls Conservation Area; beautiful trails are relatively flat with some rocky parts. Snack break at Hilton Falls, possibly around fire pit.
Bring water, snack and a warm drink of your choice. Dress according to weather, poles are recommended.
Hike leader cell phone: 416-566-0503 (note that reception in hiking area is usually poor, leave a message to callback)
During winter, check your email before leaving about 7:30 am for any last minute update due to weather conditions.
| 18 | 19 - Annual Christmas in the Village Hike – St. Jacob’s Ont.
9:45 AM-1:00 PM 12/19/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/annual-christmas-in-the-village-hike-st-jacobs-ont/2024-12-19/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): St. Jacob’s Ontario Hike Leader(s): Doris Harper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 7 – 8 km Description
We will hike the Health Valley Trail there and back along the Conestoga River. This an easy hike along the river and through fields and woods. We can also cross the road and then hike along the Millrace Trail. There are many Chickadees that winter here and are happy to eat seeds right out of your hand. Total: about 7-8 kms We can also walk through the Village that will be well decorated for Christmas. Following the hike, those that are interested, can enjoy lunch at the Harvest Moon Restaurant. RESERVATIONS ARE NEEDED SO PLEASE INDICATE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN US FOR LUNCH. The St Jacobs Farmers market , just a few kms up the road, is open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM.
| 20 | 21 |
