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    October 9, 2024

    Niagara ETE in Seven - New Stained Glass badge

    8:15 AM-1:00 PM
    10/09/2024
    Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Event Hikes
    Location (Google Maps): Hike 1, 13k: Meet at Kinsmen Park Frost Road Beamsville (43.146108n, 79.475609w) Carpool to Grimsby Lions Club Pool 1 Elm St (43.193201, -79.565301). Hike Leader Karen Limardi

    Hike 2, October 16th, 13k: Meet at 3640 Glen Rd Jordan (43.139030, -79.373893) Carpool to Kinsmen Park Frost Road Beamsville (43.146108n, 79.475609w) Hike Leader Lauren Doig

    Hike 3, October 23rd, 13k: Meet at Roland Rd parking lot east of Effingham St 43.090278, -79.305073. Carpool to 3640 Glen Rd Jordan (43.139030, -79.373893) Hike Leader Karen Limardi

    Hike 4 October 30th, 14k: Meet at Decew House, Decew Rd Thorold. 43.1078074, -79.2498458. Carpool to Roland Rd parking lot east of Effingham St 43.090278, -79.305073. Hike Leader Sam Rutherford

    Hike 5, November 6th, 14k, Meet at Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, 43.1432995, -79.1672588, Carpool to Decew House, Decew Rd Thorold. 43.1078074, -79.2498458. Hike Leader Sam Rutherford

    Hike 6: November 13th, 9k, Meet at Fireman’s Park Dorchester road,Niagara on the Lake, (43.146105, 79.113375), Carpool to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, (43.1432995, -79.1672588). Hike Leader Sam Rutherford

    Hike 7: November 20th 8k, Meet at the BTC Southern Terminus 14184 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara-on-the-Lake, 43.1602848, -79.052315. Carpool to Fireman’s Park Dorchester road,Niagara on the Lake, (43.146105, 79.113375). Hike Leader Lauren Doig.

    Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 12 – 15k per day

    Description

    Meet time is 8:15 for 8:30 start. . This is a special series of 7 hikes to complete the Niagara section of the Bruce Trail. There will be a new accomplishment badge, included in the registration fee featuring the White-tailed deer – which has been designed by Joe Borges and will be made available on our last day. The White-tailed deer is common throughout Niagara. For this E2E in 7, we will be following the main trail from Grimsby to the BTC Southern Terminus at Queenston.  Please note that you are signing up for the entire series of 7 hikes as a Group Hike. The section is approximately 85km so daily distances will be based on available parking. No dropout points have been established and therefore hikers who must drop out, will be responsible for their own transportation back to their vehicle. We will hike at a steady pace but there will be plenty of time to take pictures and to enjoy the flora and fauna of this beautiful but challenging section.

    Again, this particular set of 7 hikes is intended to be Moderate/Brisk.

    Hikers will be expected to be wearing proper hiking boots and layered clothing. Sufficient food and 2 litres of water for a full day of hiking is required as well as hiking poles (if you use them). Check the daily forcast and prepare for wet weather, as well.  Clothing adjustments, bio-breaks are as needed. Please let the sweep person know and they will wait for you. A morning break around 10am and a 10-15 minute on-trail lunch break will be scheduled.

    Car Shuttles and Missing Hikes

    A maximum of 2 (of the 7) hikes can be self-completed as a result of scheduling challenges, but it is intended that this badge be earned while hiking as part of a group led by a certified hike leader.
    Some parking locations require paid parking, and hikes that enter Niagara Parks. The fee for this E2E-in-7 does not include any parking/entry fees for hikers. These costs, where applicable, will be shared amongst all participants unless you have a parking or park pass.

    John Haigh Side Trail Loop

    9:00 AM
    10/09/2024
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    Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
    Category: Organized Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

    Hike Leader(s): Flo Kusiak Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less

    Distance: 6 km

    Description

    We will drive to the junction of the 2nd Line and the 6th Sideroad and commence a loop hike through the upper level of the Pretty River Valley Provincial Park.
    Following the John Haigh Side Trail, we will head south to join the white blazed trail, then head north to km 52.6. From here we proceed west to the cars. Bring water and a snack.

    Good Companions Burlington Waterfront

    9:30 AM-12:00 PM
    10/09/2024
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Burlington Centre Library 2331 New Street Back parking lot by the park

    Hike Leader(s): Gayle Laws Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 8 km

    Description

    Meeting at the Burlington Central Library, we will walk down to the Centennial Trail, then further south to the waterfront trail, to the lighthouse and back.  Wear layers as it may be windy.    The walk will be cancelled if raining.  Come and enjoy some conversation as we gaze over Lake Ontario, along Burlington Beach.

    WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Grey Road 40 to Griersville

    9:30 AM-11:30 AM
    10/09/2024
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    Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

    Location (Google Maps): Meet in the BTC parking lot on Grey Road 40, Km 105.7 Map 28 Edition 31

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing
    Length of Hike: 7.2

    Description

    It’s time for a pleasant walk in the woods, a fairly easy walk. We begin at the parking lot on Grey Road 40, crossing the highway and walking into a BTC Nature Reserve. After reaching Grey Road 7, we return on the same route.

     

    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.

    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.

    Urban Walk: Bronte Village

    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    10/09/2024
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Urban Walk
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Bronte Athletic Park parking lot. The baseball diamond will be on your right as you enter.

    Hike Leader(s): Roger Harris Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
    Terrain: Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
    Distance: 8 km

    Description

    We will follow the Donovan Bailey Trail to Bronte Road, then take Heritage Trail to Bronte Harbour. After a short break, we will continue along Waterfront Trail to Water’s Edge Drive, then walk southwest along Marine Drive to return to our starting point. The route is on a mixture of paved and packed gravel paths.

    If you would like to read up on this walk, it is described as Hike No. 11 (‘Donovan Bailey/Bronte Village Loop’) in Nicola Ross’ book ”Halton Hikes” (2016).

    Please dress appropriately for the weather, and bring water and snacks. Hiking boots and poles will not be necessary.


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