Dufferin Hi-Land End-to-End, Hike 1 of 4 - Registration has closed for this event

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dufferin Hi-Land Section, Map 21, Km 56.3 (Lavender) to Km 45.7
Hike Leader(s): Frieda Baldwin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10.6 km

Description

Pre-register by contacting the hike leader, Frieda Baldwin. Hike details will be provided following pre-registration.

Kolapore Uplands to Metcalfe Rock Map

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at Kolapore Uplands parking lot just South of Km 23.8 on Grey Road 2. Map 25
Hike Leader(s): Stella Presthus Click here to contact leader to register; registered hikers will be contacted about cancellations.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 9 km

Description

We will walk to start of the hike at Km 23.8 for a 9 km round trip in and back.  Hike through old cedar groves, meadows and woodlots, above the cliffs at Metcalf, with views of Mill Creek Valley.  Bring: snacks and water.

Participant Guidelines

1. All kms. mentioned are according to maps in Edition 29 of The Bruce Trail Reference.
2. Please arrive 10 minutes before start of hike.
3. 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.
4. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
5. For spring and summer hikes bring sunscreen, insect repellent and water.
6. Please leave dogs at home.

1812 History Walk

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Education Hike
Location (Google Maps): Battlefield Park, 77 King St West., Stoney Creek
Hike Leader(s): Gary Wrathall Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 3-4 km

Description

Part of IBTC education series of walks

Bring water and a snack. Optional refreshment stop after the walk.  Please arrive 15 min before so we can start walk at 2 pm.

Please contact Gary for further information.

Malcolmson Park

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meet in Malcolmson Park at end of Niagara St & Lakeshore Rd, St.Catharines.

Hike Leader(s): Dave Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 9 km

Description

Tobermory/Flower Pot Island

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tobermory
Hike Leader(s): Greg Vincent Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5km

Description

Tobermory Weekend Sept. 27-29. Two nights. We arrive in Tobermory Friday 27 Sept. in time for dinner at 7:00pm. If you arrive earlier you will have time to visit the Parks Canada Visitor Centre. We will visit Flower Pot Island one day, cost $55.00 for Parks pass and ferry. Our slow paced walks give us time to explore the Island. Other walks will take us to the Grotto and Singing Sands. This weekend is restricted to those joining us at the Princess 877-901-8282 contact for prices and a reservation.

Iroquoia End-2-End Crawford Lake to Kelso

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Happy Wanderers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Kelso Conservation Area in western most end of the parking lot.
Hike Leader(s): Cynthia Archer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 15km

Description

We will shuttle to Crawford Lake (km 109.8 Map 11) and hike 15 km back to our cars at Kelso (km 122.9 Map 11) stopping for lunch at the Kelso Lookout along the way.

Please register with me to receive any news of change to our plans.  Hike leader Cynthia Archer  archercynthiab@gmail.com  416 573 4236

Three Days of Hiking on the Bruce Peninsula

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Join us for this fundraiser for the BMBTC where we enjoy three days of hiking on the Bruce Peninsula.
Hike Leader(s): Jill Doble Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Description

Join us for this fundraiser for the BMBTC where we enjoy three
days of hiking on the Bruce Peninsula. Volunteer hike leaders
will offer a choice of three hikes each day: more difficult, intermediate and less difficult.
As all the hikes are on the Bruce Trail, the terrain will be variable, but usually quite rugged.
There are no ‘easy’ hikes, just less difficult. Being in good physical condition is imperative.
You must be an experienced hiker with appropriate footwear.

Accommodation (Tuesday & Wednesday nights), as well as 6
meals have been arranged at The Coach House Inn in Tobermory for Tues., Oct. 1 and Wed., Oct. 2, 2019.

Priority will be given to Bruce Trail Members. Please include
your Bruce Trail Conservancey member number.
Registrations will be accepted starting June 8th, 2018 after 7:00 am, after June 22nd.
If there is still availability, non-members may register. Please indicate the hike level you prefer in your email (less
difficult, intermediate, more difficult). Limited to 50 participants.

Contact Jill Doble for further information and to register at 705-293-0573 or doblejill@hotmail.com .

Hilton Falls

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls; meet at the parking lot off Campbellville Rd. From Hwy 401 go north on Rd. 25 (exit 320), west on 5 Sideroad which becomes Campbellville Rd. The entrance to Hilton Falls Conservation Area is on the right after Appleby Line. There is an entrance fee of $7 per person / $6 for seniors.
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq 416-566-0503 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 – 12 km loop

Description

A leisurely hike encompassing parts of  Hilton Falls, Red Oak, Beaver Dam, and the Hilton Falls Side Trail.

Three Days of Hiking on the Bruce Peninsula

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Join us for this fundraiser for the BMBTC where we enjoy three days of hiking on the Bruce Peninsula.
Hike Leader(s): Jill Doble Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Description

Join us for this fundraiser for the BMBTC where we enjoy three
days of hiking on the Bruce Peninsula. Volunteer hike leaders
will offer a choice of three hikes each day: more difficult, intermediate and less difficult.
As all the hikes are on the Bruce Trail, the terrain will be variable, but usually quite rugged.
There are no ‘easy’ hikes, just less difficult. Being in good physical condition is imperative.
You must be an experienced hiker with appropriate footwear.

Accommodation (Tuesday & Wednesday nights), as well as 6
meals have been arranged at The Coach House Inn in Tobermory for Tues., Oct. 1 and Wed., Oct. 2, 2019.

Priority will be given to Bruce Trail Members. Please include
your Bruce Trail Conservancey member number.
Registrations will be accepted starting June 8th, 2018 after 7:00 am, after June 22nd.
If there is still availability, non-members may register. Please indicate the hike level you prefer in your email (less
difficult, intermediate, more difficult). Limited to 50 participants.

Contact Jill Doble for further information and to register at 705-293-0573 or doblejill@hotmail.com .

Loree Forest Loop

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Mary Huggins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 km

Description

We will carpool to the Lorree Forest parking lot in the Beaver
Valley section on the 21st Side Road. We will complete a tour of
the Forest, including the Lorree Forest Side Trail. Bring water
and a snack.

Short Hills - Wiley Road to Swayze Falls

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at Short Hills Wiley Road entrance, Parking Lot C

Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 9 km

Description

CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN Iroquoia End-2-End Mt Nemo to Kilbride

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Hikers R Us
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Kilbride roadside parking (km 98.8 Map 10) at the corner of No 7-Twiss Rd and No 8 Sideroad.
Hike Leader(s): Cynthia Archer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing

Description

We will shuttle to Mount Nemo (km 88.2 Map 10)then hike 10 km to our cars stopping for lunch along the river. This may be lengthened by adding the 2.5 River and Ruin loop.

Please register with me to receive news of any changes to our plans.  Hike leader Cynthia Archer  archercynthiab@gmail.com  416 573 4236 This is the final hike of the Iroquoia End-2-End series.

Fall Colours Hike Hogg’s Falls

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at 10:00 am at Johnson’s Sideroad parking km 70.2 Map 26
Hike Leader(s): Scott Thompson Click here to contact leader to register; registered hikers will be contacted about cancellations.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 7 km

Description

We will carpool from Johnston’s Sideroad to Hogg’s Falls parking (63.2) for a hike which will highlight the early fall colours in the valley. Bring a snack and water.

Participant Guidelines

1. All kms. mentioned are according to maps in Edition 29 of The Bruce Trail Reference.
2. Please arrive 10 minutes before start of hike.
3. 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.
4. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
5. For spring and summer hikes bring sunscreen, insect repellent and water.
6. Please leave dogs at home.

Loopy Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location: Dundas Valley
Hike Leader(s): Janina Vanderpost Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8km

Description

Meet at the Dundas Valley Trail Centre parking lot- the lot closest to the Trail Centre.  The entrance to the Trail Centre is located off Governors Road, Dundas.  Parking fee or Hamilton Conservation Authority pass.  Beginning at the Trail Centre we will hike two loops involving the Spring Creek, John White, Sawmill, Sulphur Creek and Main Trails.  Some hills.  Hiking boots. water, snack.  Hike Leader Janina Vanderpost 905-521-2296 kayakhiker1@gmail.com

Three Days of Hiking on the Bruce Peninsula

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Join us for this fundraiser for the BMBTC where we enjoy three days of hiking on the Bruce Peninsula.
Hike Leader(s): Jill Doble Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Description

Join us for this fundraiser for the BMBTC where we enjoy three
days of hiking on the Bruce Peninsula. Volunteer hike leaders
will offer a choice of three hikes each day: more difficult, intermediate and less difficult.
As all the hikes are on the Bruce Trail, the terrain will be variable, but usually quite rugged.
There are no ‘easy’ hikes, just less difficult. Being in good physical condition is imperative.
You must be an experienced hiker with appropriate footwear.

Accommodation (Tuesday & Wednesday nights), as well as 6
meals have been arranged at The Coach House Inn in Tobermory for Tues., Oct. 1 and Wed., Oct. 2, 2019.

Priority will be given to Bruce Trail Members. Please include
your Bruce Trail Conservancey member number.
Registrations will be accepted starting June 8th, 2018 after 7:00 am, after June 22nd.
If there is still availability, non-members may register. Please indicate the hike level you prefer in your email (less
difficult, intermediate, more difficult). Limited to 50 participants.

Contact Jill Doble for further information and to register at 705-293-0573 or doblejill@hotmail.com .

Iroquios Ridge

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Oakville Town Hall
Hike Leader(s): Norman Young Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12 km

Description

A loop hike along Morrison Drainage Ditch through Iroquois woods and back by Town hall valley.

bring water, snack etc

Optimist Heritage Trail to Christie Lake

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location: Bullocks park in Greensville. Across from the Anglican Church on Highway 8
Hike Leader(s): Lorraine Sherred Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10-11km

Description

Starting on the Greenville Optimist Heritage trail to Christies Lake loop and back again. Please bring water and snack. No Dogs Please.

Inglis Falls & Smith's Bush

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot behind the Grey-Sauble Conservation Authority head office.
237897 Inglis Falls Road, Owen Sound
Hike Leader(s): Carol Harris Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 5.5 km

Description

This will be a loop hike lasting approximately 2 hours. The trail passes through typical Niagara Escarpment terrain and a hardwood forest. A short stop will be made at Inglis Falls.  Map 32. For more information contact the hike leader at 519-374-5910.

Scenic Caves - Mission Road Loop

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): David Little Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 km

Description

We will carpool up Scenic Caves Road to the parking lot at kilometer 63.8. The hike begins at kilometer 63.8 south along the
Bruce Trail to kilometer 60.1. From here we follow the Mission
Road Side Trail back to the parking lot. The hike is about 8 kilometers. Bring water and a snack.

Rockway to Louth & Back

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at Rockway Community Centre, 2021 Pelham Rd, Lincoln. (Map 3, km 45.1)

Hike Leader(s): Karen Limardi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 10 km

Description

Niagara End to End #1 Woodend to Queenston

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at the Cairn, Queenston. Niagara Parkway. (Map 1, km 0.0) Carpool.

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.2 km

Description

History of Crooks Hollow Walk

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Education Hike
Location (Google Maps): opposite 745 Crooks Hollow Road on the south side, Please note Hwy # 8 is closed due to erosion on a section so do a google map search to find best route
Hike Leader(s): Bronwen Tregunno Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: ~ 5 km

Description

Part of IBTC education series. Join local historian enthusiast Rosemary Horsewood as she leads us on a walk through this once busy industrial area dating back to 1803.  We’ll start at Crooks Hollow dam and walk back to Crooks Hollow to point out the Miller’s houses then walk along Spencer’s Creek and talk about Darnley Grist Mill, Bullocks Corner and houses that still stand from this period.

PLEASE NOTE Highway # 8 has a washed out section so you will not be able to take normal route up #8.  Please check Google map or some other direction app to figure out your route or call me 905-637-7136

Meet at Crooks Hollow Parking Lot on south side left if heading west on Crooks Hollow Road just past 745 Crooks Hollow Raod. GPS 43°16’36.6″N 80°00’03.4”W   Arrive at 8:45 am for sign-in, introductions and instructions. LIMIT 20 people.  Please register with hike leader Bron brontreg@cogeco.ca 905-637-7136, 

Bring snacks and water and be aware that if the weather is warm biting insects may still be around.  Ticks are also in our area. To learn more about ticks go to https://conservationhamilton.ca/ticks-and-lyme-disease/    Learn about Crooks Hollow here http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails/view/crooks-hollow-historical-trail 

Optional refreshment stop after. 

Beaver Valley End to End Series, Hike 7 of 7

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Beaver Valley Section, Maps 24 and 25. Meet at Km 0.0 at the end of Maple Lane in Swiss Meadows subdivision.
Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage, Tristan Goguen, Pat Foley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 18.4 km

Description

We will shuttle back to 12th Sideroad (Km 18.4), then hike north and east, up and down the escarpment, passing several ski hills and beautiful farm fields, with views of Georgian Bay, reaching the top of the escarpment above Blue Mountains for our grand finale at the border with Blue Mountains Section.

Blue Mountains - Devil's Glen, Map 22

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at km 30.1 Map 22.
Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney 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

We will follow the Main Trail south then return on the Mad River Side Trail to our starting point. Leader’s cell phone 905-301-4091.

Junior Hikers/City View Park/King Rd. Loop

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Junior Hiker
Location (Google Maps): City View Park/Burlington
Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: Approximately 4 km.

Description

This hike is a chance to explore and enjoy this section of the trail between Burlington and Waterdown. Beautiful any time of the year, it is spectacular when the leaves change colour. Great views towards the lake. With luck we may spot some late leaving Turkey Vultures.  Meet in the south parking lot of City View Park on the east side of Kerns Rd.for an 11:00 am. start Bring a snack and water.  Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com