Car Hike: Exploring Uxbridge Trails (Wilder Forest, Walker Woods, and Glen Major Forest)

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps):

2499 Brock Rd, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1R4. We will meet at the East Duffins Headwaters parking lot at the WILDER
FOREST trail head. As soon as you got off the Brock Road, passing the horse back riding facility, there is a free designated parking lot 70 meters down the lane to your right. It includes a sign board for East Duffins Headwaters with a map of the trails. Please do not park on the lane or in the horse back riding property.

Hike Leader(s): Amir Alemohammad Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: Approx.14-16 Km

Description

Join us for an enjoyable fall hike in Uxbridge! We’ll explore parts of Wilder Forest, Walker Woods, and Glen Major Forest in a loop starting from Brock Road, passing Concession Road 6, heading west and back. Along the main trail, we’ll also venture onto several side trails.

Please stay on the designated trails at all times. Expect beautiful scenic views and lookouts facing south, with a mix of hilly and flat segments. Be prepared for variable weather—chilly and windy conditions are likely this time of year. Boots mandatory, poles recommended.

Bring at least 2 liters of water and your favorite snacks. We’ll have frequent 2-minute breaks for hydration and lookout photos, along with a 20-minute lunch stop at the Aggregate Pit look out. Please pack your own lunch and refreshments for an enjoyable outdoor meal.

Don’t forget your camera and a smile as we explore the beauty of the Uxbridge trails!

9:00 Last chance! - Witch of Cave Spring Hike

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

Parking lot Quarry Road Beamsville

Hike Leader(s): Angela Lytle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5 – 6 km

Description

Last chance for 2024 to complete this guided hike and count it towards the Screaming Tunnel Badge, more info on the badge requirements is here: https://niagarabrucetrail.club/badges/

Enjoy a beautiful hike through the autumn woods and learn about local historical and mystical lore while searching for the Witch of Cave Spring. We do make some stops along the way so dress warmly/in layers to be comfortable.

Wearing a witch hat, while not required, is highly recommended!

Details:

This hike loops from Quarry Rd in Beamsville (limited parking, carpool if possible) along the Bruce Trail to Cave Spring Conservation area and back.

Note: The path to Cave Spring is quite rocky and has some hills. We recommend using hiking poles and wearing good hiking shoes is a must. Carry water and dress for changeable weather.

We will stop along the way at sites of interest and loop back to the car park on Quarry Rd. The loop is around 5 km. Please arrive by 8:50 to check in with the hike leader for departure at 9.

Kerncliff Park to the BTC seed orchard

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet by 9:15 for a 9:30 start at Kerncliff Park, 2198 Kern’s Road, Burlington (Do not get confused with Cityview Park). Access up Kern’s Road is from the lower city only. We will do a brisk hike out to the BTC Seed Orchard and I will give an introduction to what it is all about. Then return to the parking lot. Optional Coffee or tea at Williams Cafe a short drive away on North Service Road afterwards. Trail has rocky sections. Bring water and layered clothing. Optional snacks. Icers may be required – you never know at this time.

Hike Leader(s): Paul Toffoletti Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9.5

Description

10:00 Niagara College Brewery Hike, Brewery Tour and Beer tasting experience

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Park at Niagara College Greenhouse Nursery, 135 Taylor Road, Niagara-On-The-Lake

Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

We will hike on side trails and the main trail from Niagara College Brewery through Woodend Conservation Area and return back to Niagara College Brewery by 11:30. Upon return we will enjoy a private tour of the teaching brewery and a structured beer tasting of four different brews led by one of the knowledgeable and friendly brewery staff from 11:30 to 12:30. The cost for the tour and tasting experience is $18.00 per person. Please bring your $18.00 with you as I will collect it prior to the tasting to simplify the payment to Niagara College Brewery. Thank you.