8:30 Queenston Heights

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

Locus Grove Picnic Area. Free parking.

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 km

Description

Let’s hike the main trail and around some side trails from Locust Grove Picnic Area. This may involve ascending the escarpment depending on the route we take, but we will take it slowly. Dress for the weather and bring poles, water and a snack.

Craigleith Community Centre

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tim Horton’s, First Street, Collingwood

Hike Leader(s): David Little Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5km

Description

We will follow the Georgian Trail past former Railway Station to the Nippising Ridge Trail and return. This is an easy hike with lots of opportunities to recall the history of Craigleith.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Fox Ridge

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the end of Fox Ridge Road where there is official parking, km 39.3 Map 25, Edition 31. We will take a couple vehicles to the start of our hike at Km 37.9 on Fox Ridge Road.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 5 km

Description

Our hike begins by walking through a hedgerow.  Then we walk through a forested area and across some small streams. The Trail opens up to meadow with some views into the Valley. We’ll be experiencing land that was a fairly recent BTC land acquisition. On our return we will be walking along the pleasant Fox Ridge Road.

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.

Port Colborne urban hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Port Colborne – Urban hike

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7k

Description

We will meet at the smokin Budda parking lot and hike along canal street as we explore Port Colborne. We will return via King Street and make a stop at the Museum to tour the historical buildings dated from mid 1800’s. This is a leisurely hike around town. Please bring Sun screen, bug spray and water.
At the end of the hike we will go to Smokin Budda for dinner for those that choose to join us.

Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the west side of 1st Ave E between 7th St E and 8th St E in Owen Sound

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

Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Approx 6 km

Description

Join us for a brisk summer`s hike exploring Owen Sound trails and neighbourhoods, followed by an opportunity to socialize over refreshments. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave promptly at 7:00 pm.