Exploring Sydenham Hike #36 Ross McLean

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

The Owen Sound Galaxy Cinema parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.

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 km

Description

We will carpool to do a loop hike of the Ross McLean. This is hike 36 in the book Exploring Sydenham. There will be one secret to find. If you do not have a book and would like one ($30) let me know by using the “Contact hike leader” link.

Niagara End-to-End #6 of 6

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking Lot at Grimsby Community Pool. Enter at 1 Elm Street at the south end of Coronation Park.

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13.4 km

Description

This is an End-to-End hike series to complete the Niagara section of the Bruce Trail in 6 hikes.  Join for all or as many hikes as desired.

This sixth and final hike of the series begins at Kinsmen Park, where we ended the last hike and follows the escarpment through a number of conservation areas until reaching the Forty Mile Creek Creek Side Trail, marking the end of the Niagara Section.

Weather conditions in the fall can be changeable, so it’s best to dress in layers and come prepared for varying conditions throughout the day.  Insects, particularly ticks, are still active in the fall months, so take appropriate precautions to avoid them including using repellant and wearing clothing that covers the legs and arms.  Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are recommended.

Bring plenty of fluids, including electrolytes, and a snack.

Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering.  We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and everyone is expected to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike.

Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 8:30 a.m. sharp.  Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.

Heather & Steve's 3rd Annual Fall Cairn2Cairn - Iroquoia section, Nov 25,26,27, Dec 2,3,4

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at the Calcium Pits on Twiss Rd, and shuttle to Hilton Falls Conservation Area (fee required and we will share equally amongst hikers)

Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 19km

Description

Hike the bodacious Iroquoia section 121 kms over 6 days. We will meet each morning at 7:45 and be ready to shuttle at 8:00. Hikers will take turns shuttling and taking drivers to their cars each day.

Hikers should wear layered clothing, hiking boots, poles, hat, sunscreen, bug spray, rain gear and bring plenty of water, snacks and lunch. We will hike rain or shine.

Full itinerary will be emailed to hikers the week before the first hike.

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station.

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)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed.

Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks.

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME

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, , snack, and dress for the weather

9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance

Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park.   Please wear hiking boots and bring water.

Riverside Woods Nature Reserve

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

Caledon Hills Section, Map 18 (Edition 31)
Park in the BTC lot at the end of 1st Line EHS, north of 5 Sideroad

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely, Moderate
Distance: 4.5 km; Short Hike: 2.2 km

Description

We will hike a loop consisting of the Uplands, Goodyear and Rushing River Side Trails.  Bring water and a snack. Hiking poles are recommended. Icers could be needed if we get an early blast of winter.

Speyside, Map 12

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Pear Tree parking lot, 15 Sideroad.
Driving directions: From Highway 401 going west, turn right (north) on Road 25, left on 15 Sideroad, drive about 300 m to Pear Tree parking lot on the left.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 km

Description

Will walk southwards from parking lot, main Bruce Trail, Al Shaw Side Trail and parts of Hilton Falls Side Trail, there and back.
Dress according to weather, poles are strongly recommended,
Bring water and snack.
Hike leaders phone contact for hiking day: 416-566-0503

WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Griersville GSCA

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park in the new parking area on the north side of Euphrasia-St Vincent Townline, just west of GR 7. Near Km 111.0, Bruce Trail Reference Edition 31. Map 28

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 6.5 kms

Description

This hike takes us through a long stretch of forest protected by the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority and by the BTC. There are some crevices in rock to be seen here. A good walk in the woods. Once we reach the 7th Line, we return on the same route.

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.

Credit River Ramble CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Erindale Park in Mississauga

Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: Approx. 8 – 9 km.

Description

Please join us for  this easy hike on the  Culham Trail which follows the Credit River. We will go north to Highway 403, climb a short trail to join a pleasant loop along a lovely ravine and then return. Our route also takes in part of the Riverwood Park area. Meet in the Large parking lot in Erindale Park located on the north side of Dundas St., just east of Mississauga Rd. bring water, sunscreen, a snack and poles if using, although there are only one or two longish hills. I will send out an email the night before with my contact information.

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station.

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)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed.

Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks.

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

EASY DOES IT HIKE Glenridge Quarry Naturilization Site

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Park at Glenridge Quarry Naturilization Site parking lot,

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3Km

Description

9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area NEW TIME

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

This will be our permanent Thursday Location until Bridge repairs complete. From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment towards Kinsman Park and Moyer Road.

You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack  and a drink. Dress for the weather

Hiking around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): 3640 Glen Road, Lincoln

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hiking in and around Jordan including Jim Rainforth Trail, Balls Falls and Bailey Bridge through the Village of Jordan.

Caledon in 5 End-to-End Hike Series - Hike #4

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Road Parking Area – north side of Hockley Road

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 16 km

Description

This is an end-to-end hiking series to complete the Caledon section of the Bruce Trail in 5 hikes.

The hikes will be undertaken at a medium pace of approximately 4 km/hour for approximately 15 kms each hike. There here are many steep and hilly segments in this section of the Bruce Trail so the hikes will require considerable stamina. Please consider your fitness level before registering; this is a group hike, and everyone is expected to keep pace with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike.

The weather can be changeable at this time of year, so dress in layers for any possibility.    Wear hiking boots and bring hiking poles.  Bring a snack, plenty of water and other hydration as needed.

We will be travelling from south to north over the course of the End-to-End.  The series will require car shuffles, and everyone will be expected to participate as drivers.

Today’s hike, the fourth of the series, is 16 km in length.  Please plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will start the car shuffle at 8:30 am sharp.

Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.

Dundas Valley

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): 650 Governor’s Road, Dundas, L9H 5E3. Iroquoia Section, BTC Map 8. Dundas Valley Conservation Area Parking Lot P3 just south of the main entrance. Take DVCA Trail Centre Entrance off Governors Road, near km 51.8. Click Google Map link for GPS.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery Sections Likely, Moderate
Distance: 16-17 kms

Description

Join us on hike in the Dundas Valley. We take in part of the Bruce Trail and several DVCA trails.  Lots of ups and downs and waterfalls.  Please bring a warm drink, water, a snack for “elevensies”, lunch, hiking boots, poles and lots of smiles.  Entrance fee to DVCA in effect at gate.  Please arrive at 9:15 to be ready to hike at 9:30.  We will hike two loops to allow folks to drop out after the first 10 kms if they would like.

Car Hike: Scenic Adam Dopko ST, Felker's Falls via Devil Punch Bowl

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meeting location GPS coordinates, N43.202814, W79.791216 at Km 23.2 Map 6, Edition 31. Felker’s Falls Parking Area. From Mud St, turn north on Paramount Drive and continue to Ackland St and follow signs to parking aera. Please follow these coordinates to arrive at the specific parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable
Distance: 17 kms

Description

From the hilly and beautiful Adam Dopko St, we’ll follow the Main Trail to Felker’s Falls via Devil Punch Bowl on a brisk pace. We’ll have occasional stops for photo shoots while maintaining the pace. Items to bring on day hike: Snacks, lunch, sufficient hydration liquid, sun protection, rain/snow jacket and first aid kit. Now that we’re on an unsettled weather condition clothes layering is highly recommended. Durable hiking shoe/boot and poles (if your using) are recommended.  Always bring your personal medication if any and health card and most of all bring your happy face and enthusiasm. Before signing please make sure you’ll be able to pace with the rest of the group. Please arrive fifteen minutes early for car shuttling. See you all at the trail.

Note: Shift in weather forecast of snow starting midweek thru the weekend. Please bring your icers and gaiters in case it’s needed.

Car Hike: Boyd Conservation Park Vaughan

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Free parking lot before main entrance of park

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: 12-14 km

Description

Let’s hike Boyd conservation park trails through beautiful valleys.

Please bring lots of water and snacks ,hiking poles are recommended

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

School Bus Hike: Northumberland Forest and Peter's Woods

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:30
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items
Moderate group ($0.01)
Fast group ($0.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Northumberland Forest

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Leila Damband, Roland Mark, Duro Vukman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 15 km

Description

Join us for a fun hike on the Oak Ridges Trail and through the rolling hills of the beautiful Northumberland County Forest. We will explore a black oak woodland, one of Canada’s rarest habitats, and stop to enjoy the view of the Rice Lake plains from the top of Lookout Mountain. Our day will also include a walk through Peter’s Woods, a magnificent old growth forest that’s home to oak and maple trees that are more than 400 years old. Finish with refreshments and holiday shopping at The Big Apple.

Expect some short, steep hills. Total distance: moderate group about 12 km, fast group 15 km +