Sydenham Stained Glass Badge E2E Weekend Hikes

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills, Sydenham
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot off of 6th Concession Road 6 S. GPS location (44.509124, -80.810665)

Hike Leader(s): Lily Li Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour, 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: 21 km

Description

Earn the Hart’s Tongue Stained Glass / Fundraiser badge, which is part of the collectible Bruce Trail Clubs stained glass-themed fundraiser set. This is a special series of 8 hikes in 4 weekends to complete the Sydenham section of 166 km. Hike distances range from 18 to 23 km each day with about a 3-5 km/hour pace. The hike is intended to be moderate to brisk.

Please dress according to the weather presented that day. Bring at least 2 litres of water and electrolytes, lunch, snack, hat, sunscreen and bug spray for the long day of hiking.

This is a car shuttle hike. Please have your vehicle ready, as everyone will take a turn either to drive to the start point of our hike or to get our drivers back to the start point at the end of the day.

A detailed hiking plan will be shared with registered hikers later.

Saturday Shorts at Meltwater Moraine Protected Natural Area

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 17963 Mountainview Road. Park on the grass beside the driveway. Google Maps GPS Coordinates: 43.90027, -79.93036

Directions:
From Highway #10, turn east onto Olde Base Line Road/Peel Regional Road 12. Drive for approximately 7 kilometres. Turn north/left onto Mountainview Road. Drive for approximately 8 kilometres. The driveway is on the right. Don’t be surprised by the old house and farm buildings on the property.

Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5 kilometres

Description

Enjoy exploring the newest Bruce Trail Conservancy Protected Natural Area in the Caledon Hills section – Meltwater Moraine. Bring snacks and beverages to keep you energized. Sturdy footwear is highly recommended. All are welcome!

Exploring Inglis Falls Conservation Area- in a Summer

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Sydenham
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Harrison Park Conservation Area – passing straight towards the gravel parking lot to far North. Alternatively you can park in the the main parking lot. Meeting point would be the Harrison Park Inn Restaurant -front.

Hike Leader(s): Corina Seceleanu Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12.5 -13 Km

Description

Hello Fellow Hikers

Please join me for a loop hike through Inglis Falls Conservation Area, starting from the parking lot and ending at Harrison Park. Our hike will begin on the side trail, heading clockwise toward Centennial Tower (though the tower is currently closed). Keep in mind that this section is the most challenging part of the loop—but the rewards are well worth the effort! Be prepared, as we will do a back-and-forth stretch for a small section (1.2km)  in order to complete the loop.

From there, we’ll continue on the Palisade Side Trail, reconnecting with the Main trail. We’ll also explore the red and yellow Conservation Park trails, leading us to the breathtaking Inglis Falls. After taking in the views, we’ll follow the main trail to 2nd Ave Road, before looping back via the side trail to Harrison Park’s parking lot.

If time permits at the end of our hike, we can treat ourselves to a refreshing drink or an ice cream at Harrison Park Inn Restaurant—a well-deserved indulgence after an amazing adventure.

In my opinion, this section of the Sydenham is one of the most beautiful, secluded, and challenging part of the BTC trail—but ultimately, it’s incredibly rewarding.

Please bring with you – lunch, snack and min 2L of water and your medicine if you required.

Also be prepared for a hot day ( I imagine ) sunscreen, bug repelent, hat and appropiate attire for the hike, mostly sturdy hiking boots.

Just to reiterate – for the first 2.5-3 km hike is strenuous, with an ascent and a rugged terrain featuring boulders and exposed roots. It requires endurance, balance, and careful footing. But with the effort come rewards.  After that the hike would be mostly leisurely, except some parts .

GO Train Hike: Nokiidaa Trail/Newmarket

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: GO Train Hike
Location (Google Maps):

East Gwillimbury GO Station (outside station building)

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Felix Wan Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 9 km

Description

We will  hike south from East Gwillimbury GO Station to Fairy Lake and  historic Main Street in Newmarket. We will pass the remains of a swing railway bridge, the remains of an abandoned canal, and a diverse landscape. On the way there will be a stop at the Newmarket Farmers Market. The walking is easy south on this Level 1 Hike to Fairy Lake where we loop around the lake with a scenic boardwalk trail on the east side and paved path leading into the historic downtown of Newmarket. We’ll stop in the historic downtown for refreshments at the Old Flame Brewery or alternative establishments and walk up Main Street to get the 2:44 train back towards Toronto’s Union Station.

Take advantage of the GO Transit $10 Day Weekend Pass available only on smartphones.  Those wishing to travel together will meet at Union Station in the Great Hall by the information desk (with the clock over it) to take the GO Train towards Barrie departing at 8:52 AM. There is a second stop in Toronto at Downsview Park Station.

ROUTE MAP: https://onthegomap.com/s/507cjskh