Saturday Shorts: Hockleycrest

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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.

Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club x MEC - December 14/24 1pm Registration is not required for this clinic.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Mountain Equipment Company – 1030 Brant St Burlington

Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Distance: N/A

Description

Please join Ruth Moffatt, Hike Director, Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club at MEC Burlington for a clinic. Topics will include: What to pack in your backpack, what to wear on your hike, weather considerations, tips for hiking and a Q&A where you can ask any questions about the Bruce Trail, membership or what to expect while hiking.

Registration is not required for this clinic.

Full Moon Hike Tommy Thompson Park - 12km

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Tommy Thompson Parking lot. GPS ( 43.651670, -79.323390)

Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 12KM

Description

Note: This hike is planned for a night with clear skies to enjoy the full moon. If the weather forecast does not promise a clear night sky, the hike will be rescheduled to 5:00pm on Sunday December 15. Should the forecast for December 15 still not indicate clear skies, the hike will be cancelled. Any changes, including rescheduling or cancellation, will be posted here, and you will also receive an email notification at least 24 hours in advance. Please check this post and your email inbox for updates.

Join Us for a Full Moon Night Hike under the Cold Moon! Experience the magic of the December full moon, also known as the Cold Moon or Long Night Moon, as we journey through the scenic paths of Tommy Thompson Park. Under the silvery glow of the long night moon, we’ll immerse ourselves in the tranquility and wonder of nature at night. Our hike will take us past Swan Lake, where the enchanting calls of trumpeter swans will serenade us. From the eastern side of this narrow man-made peninsula, we’ll marvel at the moonlit lake, while the western side offers breathtaking views of Toronto’s dazzling downtown skyline. If you’ve never seen the waterfront at night, prepare to be amazed by its beauty—it’s a sight you have to experience to believe! Be sure to bring a fully charged phone or camera to capture the stunning views and moments from this magical night.

Meeting Location: Tommy Thompson Parking lot, southwest of Leslie St and Unwin Ave. GPS ( 43.651670, -79.323390)

What to Bring:

• Hiking shoes or boots that are warm and sturdy. Half of the route is on hard paved surface and half on dirt path. Icers might be needed if the path is covered with snow or ice.
• A flashlight or headlamp (for safety in case as we’ll rely on moonlight when possible)
• Warm layers – it is the Cold Moon night and could get really cold.
• Water and a snack
• No pets