Caledon Hills end to end 2 of 4

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet on Glenhaffy Rd. (km 35.2) and Coolihans Sideroad, carpool to km 16.1, Willoughby Rd.
Note, this hike had to be changed with the next hike(#3) because of road work on Escarpment RD.

Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 19

Description

Waterdown City Park to Smokey Hollow

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Happy Wanderers
Location (Google Maps):

City View Park SOUTH parking lot off of Kerns Rd which runs south from #5 hwy

Hike Leader(s): Wayne Riley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 14 km +/-

Description

We will head west from the City View parking lot returning  using the  King Rd side trail and on to Smokey Hollow then return to the parking lot.

Hike leader: Wayne Riley   RSVP thru the hike calendar

Cancellations the morning of the hike: 289-456-3498

Bring lunch, water, no dogs please, Hiking boots required

Duncan Crevice Caves & Metcalfe Rock Loop CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Metcalfe Rock parking area, 10th Line, just south of km 27.9, Map 25, Edition 30.

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 9 km

Description

This is a popular loop hike taking in Metcalfe Rock, Duncan Crevices, Pinnacle Rock and Mill Creek.  The leaves should be popping!  Be prepared for some mud on the trail and bring snacks and water.

COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike

1. 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/
2. If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
3. Personal Protective Equipment:
   • Hikers may choose to wear masks

Transportation

It is the Bruce Trail Conservancy’s current policy that car shuttles are allowed.  It is at the discrepancy of individual hike leaders to make that decision.

Other Guidelines

1. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
2. 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.
3. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
4. 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.
5. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
6. Bring your own first aid kit.
7. Please leave dogs at home.

Dodds Hill loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:45 am at Kemble Arena parking lot to carpool to trail head. Limited parking at trail head. 5 minute drive from Kemble.

Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin 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 muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 4 km. approx

Description

We will hike from the trailhead at end of Concession Rd 24  and hike along the Dodd’s Hill sidetrail east, meet the main trail and head north along the scarp edge and west to the Dodd’s Hill sidetrail and loop back to the start. We may also add a short section west to see the view of the islands. If you are unable to register, please call or text the leader at 226-787-8804.