Exploring Sydenham Hike #14

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meet in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound.

Hike Leader(s): Bill Snel Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 3.6 km

Description

We will carpool to do a loop hike from the Irish Block Rd.. This is hike 14 in the book Exploring Sydenham. If you do not have a book and would like one ($30) let me know by using the “Contact hike leader” link.

Labour Day Ramble - Waterdown - Signal Hill to Rock Chapel

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Borer’s Dog Park on York Road just south of Valley Road (Hopkins Corners) near Dundas. Southernmost extremity of the Ray Lowes Side Trail.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous
Distance: 19 kms

Description

Join us on an end of summer Labour Day up and down shuttle hike through some of the best of the Iroquoia Section from Signal Hill through Smokey Hollow to Rock Chapel.  Lots of hills, streams, the Great Falls and laughs.  Please bring sun screen, bug spray, 3L of water, a snack and a lunch.  Hiking boots mandatory.  Poles recommended.  Please arrive at 8:45 am to be ready to shuttle promptly at 9:00 am.  At 19 kms, this is a hike for experienced hikers.  No drop outs.  Please bring a garbage bag and change of footwear for the shuttle.

Sydenham E2E (includes small parts of South Peninsula & North Beaver Valley)

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Sydenham
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Bruce’s Caves parking lot – fee by Conservation Authority; capacity: 10

Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 21.1 km

Description

Hikes are co-led by Heather Murch (Caledon Hills) & Steven White (Iroquoia)

This is an opportunity to achieve a Sydenham E2E, donate to the Bruce Trail and earn a beautiful ‘stained glass’ badge.

We are a group of friends who are hiking Cairn to Cairn starting after Labour Day and finishing before Christmas.  We’ve decided this year to hike right through Club Boundaries.  It helps us to maintain a more consistent number of km’s for each hike and it reduces the complexity of having to end at a certain spot (Club Boundary); which quite often don’t have parking right there.

So, the schedule is a bit odd; but you are welcome to join us for the Sydenham section.

We will generally be starting 10.7km in from the north end of Sydenham finishing those km’s a few weeks later as part of a hike through the trail-south boundary of the Peninsula Club (Wiarton).  Study the calendar carefully as you won’t see an obvious pattern to the dates selected.

3-Sep-24
Sydenham
21.1 km

4-Sep-24
Sydenham
23.7

16-Sep-24
Sydenham
20.6

17-Sep-24
Sydenham
25.8

18-Sep-24
Sydenham
19.8

23-Sep-24
Sydenham
20.9

24-Sep-24
Sydenham
24.4

25-Sep-24
Sydenham
24.8

25-Sep-24
Beaver Valley
17.4

10-Oct-24
South Peninsula
12.9

10-Oct-24
North Sydenham
10.7

8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Bring Poles, Sunscreen, bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 3blocks south of highway 7 and 2 blocks north of John Street, parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek for distance of 7-8 km. Difficulty Level: 2 (Intermediate)

9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Rd entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

Hike the main and side trail sin Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Mt. Nemo to Kilbride

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet/park at the back of Kilbride Public School (6611 Panton St.) at 9:30 SHARP and then shuttle to the lower parking lot of Mt Nemo CA (Walkers Line). I may need drivers to help with the shuttle and will be contacting hikers closer to the date to arrange rides, if needed. Drivers will need to be Halton Conservation Pass holders and ideally preregister a spot at the Mt Nemo parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith 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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 12 km

Description

We will be following the BT up the escarpment and into Mt Nemo CA. We will be completing the North loop of the CA before leaving the park and walking along side various country properties before descending into the Cedar Springs Valley. From there we will cross Bronte Creek before climbing a series of strenuous hills out of the valley and into the village of Kilbride. Please remember to bring appropriate clothing/footwear, water, a snack and lunch.  Morning of hike, I can be contacted by email (kjcapindale@gmail.com) or cell phone (905-749-0914).

Glen Haffy Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Caledon Hills Section, Map 17. Meet at roadside parking on Coolihans Sideroad at Glen Haffy Rd (Km 35.2).

Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Julie Daley, Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6.6 km; Shorter hike: 4 km

Description

We will hike north through Glen Haffy Conservation Area to Hwy 9 (Km 38.5) and back. The shorter hike will turn back after approximately 2 km .

Terra Cotta

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Winston Churchill Blvd., intersection with Caledon Trailway.
Driving direction: North on Highway 410, continue north on Highway 10, left on King Street, right on Winston Churchill Blvd; drive 1 kilometre to roadside parking close to Caledon Trailway.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq 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

Will hike Terra Cotta Side Trail and main Bruce Trail. Bring water, snack, poles and bug spray.
Hike Leaders phone contact for the day of hike: 416-566-0503.

Silent Valley

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register in person the morning of hike.
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Kelly-Leigh Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Parking on the north end of 2nd Concession S in the Sydenham section, we will access the Silent Valley Side Trail and head towards the Wilson Homestead Side Trail. Afterwards, we will do a loop around Avalanche Pass Side Trail and investigate the Vanishing Wall Side Trail. We will visit the site of the Cessna 205 plane crash, look for the b
arn foundation stones, limestone kiln remains and many other treasures. You can even search for fossils! There will be some scrambling over rocks. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

Heartland Forest Forest Nature Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): 8215 Heartland Forest Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 0L5

Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3.5Km

Description

Don’t forget bug spray.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS: More West Beaver Valley

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot on Sideroad 7A, km 82.4, Map 26, Edition 31

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 4.5 km

Description

After shuttling to 13A, we will be walking through a stretch of valley slope. There are mature hardwood forests, numerous crevices and interesting rock formations along our route. We end with a big view across the Beaver Valley.

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.

Good Companions - Spring Valley - Ancaster (note early starting time)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Ancaster Little League Ball Park – Jerseyville Rd (across from the Ancaster Lions Outdoor Pool) – See map below

Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence 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: 8 km

Description

We will follow the Spring Valley Trail, Martins Road, Headwaters Trail etc. in the western part of the Dundas Valley .  Bring sunscreen, bug repellant,  water and a snack (poles would also be useful).  If I cancel due to rain I will notify you by email no later than the night before, so please check your emails before you leave for the hike.  Please arrive 10 minutes before the 9:30 am time since I will be leaving promptly at 9:30.

I will send contact info the day before the hike for those who cancel after 4:00 pm the day before the hike.

Car Hike: Midweek Fitness Hike in the Hilton Falls Conservation Area (about 10-11 km)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area, main entrance/gate to the parking lot off Campbellville Road in Milton (4985 Campbellville Rd, Milton, ON L7P 0G3)

Hike Leader(s): Natalia Svechnikova Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 11 km

Description

Please join me for a moderate to easy enjoyable midweek fitness hike in the Hilton Falls Conservation area.

We will meet at the trail head (map posting) which you will access after you passed the gate and parked on the main parking lot just after 10 am. To access the conservation area you have to pay your gate fee of $10.50 online or $12 plus HST at the gate in person (open from 10 am to 4 pm).

We will start hiking at 10:15 am. We will hike in a loop combining Red Oak, Beaver dam and Hilton Falls trails for about 3 .5 hours including a short lunch break.

Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Municipal parking lot on 1st Ave East between 8th St and 7th St in Owen Sound

Hike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing

Description

Join us for a evening hike exploring Owen Sound neighbourhoods followed by an opportunity for refreshments. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7 pm.

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 3blocks south of highway 7 and 2 blocks north of John Street, parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek for a distance of approximately 7-8 km. Difficulty Level: 2 (Intermediate)

Hiking Around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Shoarishon Park (formerly Jordan Hollow)

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate

Description

Hiking in and around Jordan, Jim Rainforth Trail and Balls Falls

Niagara End-to-End Hike 1 of 6

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:30 am at Kinsmen Park, km 68.5 (Map 4). Shuttle to start at Grimsby Lions Community Pool.

Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 81.7 – 68.5 + trail to parking = 13.5 km total

Description

This is the first hike of the series going from the north to the south. The trail will take us past the Mike Weir Estate Winery, Thirty Mile Creek and waterfall, and views of Beamsville Bench vineyard.

Letchworth State Park, New York

Hosting Club: Niagara, Blue Mountains
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Parking area at the corner of Lakeshore Rd and Beatrice St. Fort Erie, ON

Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 11 km

Description

Letchworth State Park, renowned as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs–as high as 600 feet in some places–surrounded by lush forests.

We will drive 1.5 hour to the park in the minium amount of cars needed.  Once we spot the cars we will hike The Gorge Trail on the lower part of the park, west of the Genesee River, enjoying all the beauty along the way.

After our hike we will go to a diner for late lunch/ early dinner.

Car Hike: Wilder Forest Uxbridge

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): 2499 Brock Road, Uxbridge, ON there is a free parking when you enter the road off brock road beside Horse training facility

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri 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: 14-17 km

Description

We will explore Wilder forest and  the beautiful scenery of Uxbridge forests.

Some safety procedures during the hike:

1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of them.

Geology Hike Badge Hike #4/8

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register online ONLY
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): Annette Sandberg Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8.5 km

Description

Fox Ridge and McClusky’s Rock: Badland at Stop 4 (Pages 72/73) Queenston Shale is the bottom-most layer of the Niagara Escarpment. Where vegetation is removed, the shale appears as a “badland”. The brick-red shale has long been excavated along the Niagara Escarpment to make bricks.

10:00 Merrit island loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Merritt Island Parking lot near play ground.

Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 11 km

Description

A Picturesque hike along the banks of the Welland Canal