Steeltown Stomp Practice Session #7 of 10

Hosting Club: Iroquoia

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Chedoke Golf Club parking lot

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

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Varies

Description

Is the Steeltown Stomp on your bucket list! Come join us!  For anyone who has done stair climbing workouts, you will know what calf pain is like, especially when you first start. Want to get in shape of the Steeltown Stomp on October 4, 2025? Practise with us!  We will start off easy and gradually build up our strength and stamina over the course of the summer. Climbing Chedoke staircase will be combined with a hike on most days. We will use both Chedoke and Dundurn Stairs as our practise stairs and buildup to at least 2,000 steps.

Bring a reusable water bottle (there are fountains at the bottom of both Chedoke and Dundurn) and any snacks you may like. Pace will be moderate, but steady to begin. We will start with a warm up hike and finish with a cool down stretch. Post stomp coffee is optional .

It’ll be fun and will lessen the pain on the day of the event, promise!

Look for the other 9 dates on the schedule.

Car Hike: Exploring Uxbridge Trails (Wilder Forest, Walker Woods, and Glen Major Forest)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

2499 Brock Rd, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1R4. We will meet at the East Duffins Headwaters parking lot at the WILDER FOREST trail head. As soon as you got off the Brock Road, passing the horse back riding facility, there is a free designated parking lot 70 meters down the lane to your right. It includes a sign board for East Duffins Headwaters with a map of the trails. Please do not park on the lane or in the horse back riding property.

Hike Leader(s): Amir Alemohammad Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: Approx.15-16 Km

Description

Join us for a delightful hike in Uxbridge, as we explore Wilder Forest, Walker Woods, and Glen Major Forest on a scenic loop starting from Brock Road. We’ll pass Concession Road 6, heading west and back, while also venturing onto several side trails for even more stunning views.

What to Expect:

•Beautiful scenic views and lookouts facing south

•A mix of hilly and flat terrain

•Frequent 2-minute breaks for hydration and photos, with a 10-20 minute lunch/snack stop

•Stay on designated trails at all time

What to Bring and Wear:

•Hiking Boots and poles (recommended) and be prepared for the bugs

•At least 2 liters of water

•Your favorite snacks and lunch (pack your own refreshments for an outdoor meal)

•Dress according to variable weather conditions!

Important Details:

•Stay on the designated trails

•Be prepared for the elements and enjoy the adventure!

Looking forward to seeing you on the trail!

Don’t forget your camera and a smile as we explore the beauty of the Uxbridge trails!

This is a joint hike with the Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA).

Walk In Nature Series (WINS) - Silent Valley loop trails

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Health & Nature Hike
Location (Google Maps): Silent Valley Nature Reserve, Concession 2 South, Township of Meaford

Hike Leader(s): Stewart Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections.
Distance: 5 km

Description

The Walk In Nature Series (WINS) consists of short loop hikes in the Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail that combine nature appreciation with fitness in a safe and welcoming group environment led by an experienced hike leader.  Hikes occur at least twice monthly on either Sunday mornings or early Tuesday evenings.  Consider these hikes to be 90 or 120 minute reset appointments with yourself in nature that promote health and fitness. WINS hikes are open to all ages and levels of hiking experience whether members or non-members of the Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC).

A Sunday morning hike is a great way to start your day. On this hike, explore the rugged beauty and cultural history of the Silent Valley Nature Reserve. After meeting and parking at the Concession 2 South dead-end roadside parking, we then hike through the massive boulders under the escarpment on Avalanche Side Trail. After climbing then descending the escarpment we survey the remnants of an old farm homestead and the historic wreckage of a plane crash.  In this 5 km loop hike, Silent Valley Side Trail leads us back to our vehicles.

Be prepared for mosquitoes by covering up and possible mud depending on the weather.  Bring good footwear, some water, a snack and hiking poles if you so choose.

If you need help with transportation, please contact the hike leader who will coordinate carpooling.

Thanks and see you soon.

Canada Goose to Speyside (E2E)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 roadside on Sideroad 15, just east of Hwy 25.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms

Description

Meeting at 9:15 am roadside on 15 Side Road at Speyside, we will carpool to the Bruce Trail parking lot on 22 Side Road and hike back along the main trail.  There are some rocky parts to this hike.  Bring bug spray/bug net and plenty of water.

10:00 Vineland Estates Winery Hike and Wine Tasting Experience

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Park at Vineland Estates Winery 3620 Moyer Road, Vineland

Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

We will hike on the main trail from Vineland Estates Winery towards Cave Springs Conservation Area and return back to Vineland Estates Winery by 11:30. Upon return we will enjoy a private structured wine tasting led by one of the knowledgeable and friendly winery staff from 11:30 to 12:15 pm. The cost for the tasting experience is $15.00 per person. Please bring your $15.00 with you as I will collect it prior to the tasting to simplify the payment to Vineland Estates Winery. Thank you.