Peninsula BT Makeup Hike (km 0.0 – km 15.6)

Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Peninsula BT Makeup Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Hike Leader(s): Margie Gloade and Saabir sohrab Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium (3.0 – 4.5 km/h): A comfortable pace for most hikers with steady progress.
Terrain: Difficult: Steep ascents/descents, rocky scrambling, and some rugged escarpment paths., Moderate: Rolling hills, mild slopes and rocky paths.
Distance: ~15.7

Description

Wiarton Bluewater Park to Wright’s Cres

This hike is part of the Peninsula BT Makeup Hikes, intended for hikers completing missed sections of the Peninsula Bruce Trail. Each hike requires individual registration.

To hike the entire Peninsula Section, please register for the Full Peninsula End-to-End Series (single registration for all 10 hikes): https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-end2end-in-10-series/2026-05-01/

Hikers may register for all 10 Peninsula BT Makeup Hikes if they wish.

Expectations: Expect ~6 hours on the trail, depending on the terrain, weather, and group pace. The hike leader sets the pace, aiming for 3–4 km/h, and may adjust as needed for group ability and trail conditions. Breaks will be taken throughout the day.

For safety, participants must remain between the hike leader and the hike sweep at all times.

Meeting Time: 7:15 AM

Fees:

• Fundraising: This hike is a fundraiser to support the Peninsula Bruce Trail Club’s volunteer-run hike program.

Participant Requirements

• Intermediate/experienced hikers with good fitness
• Proper hiking boots, layered clothing, wet weather gear
• Hiking poles recommended
• Bring: Lunch, snacks, water, bug spray

Transportation & Accommodations

• Car shuttle: Participants rotate as drivers; vehicles must be passenger-ready
• Accommodations: Book early; options include motels, campgrounds, hostels, and B&Bs

Note: Dogs are not permitted.

Dufferin End to End for the Stained Glass Badge Fundraiser - Multi Day Hike Series - April 3, 4, 5, 2026 Meet time is 7:45am

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): Registered participants will receive a WhatsApp invitation (optional)which can be used for photo share and other pertinent information.

Day 1 – Friday April 3- Meet at Mono Cliffs Community Centre, 200m south of Mono Centre (County Rd 8). Park in gravel lot. – https://maps.app.goo.gl/fKzqRtxnVtZjExgG6 –
Shuttle to Roadside parking on 1st Line https://maps.app.goo.gl/edUYBQopt8JnCuSs5 ~ 20km
Day 2 – Saturday April 4 – Meet in BT parking lot located off of 15th Sideroad, 50 m west of the stop sign at the intersection of Prince of Wales and 15th Sideroad. https://maps.app.goo.gl/t3QAFcmmYFWkRzWF6
Shuttle to Roadside parking on 1st Line https://maps.app.goo.gl/edUYBQopt8JnCuSs5 ~ 17.50km
Day 3 – Sunday April 5 – Meet in BT parking lot located off of 15th Sideroad, 50m west of the stop sign at the intersection of Prince of Wales and 15th Sideroad https://maps.app.goo.gl/t3QAFcmmYFWkRzWF6
Shuttle to Roadside parking on Mulmur-Nottawasga Townline, 550 metres east of Lavender Hill Rd at the cemetery. https://maps.app.goo.gl/is6cF8QsmPiAgscj9 ~18km

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: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Varies – Dufferin section is about 55km according to the BT app spread over three days.

Description

Everyone who is registered for this hike series will be invited to join an optional WhatsApp which can be used to share photos and other information.  

This is a monetized hike with the proceeds going towards the Dufferin Bruce Trail Club – “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone, forever.” There are no refunds. Your badge depicting the yellow lady slipper,  the hike logistics, shared shuttle driving and hike guidance are all included in your fee. Since it is the intention to run a similar hike in all sections this year, why not join the Bruce Trail Conservancy if you are not already a member? Please use my code 67abd1234c568 until the end of 2025 to receive free digital maps as well as all the other great benefits included with membership. https://brucetrail.org/product-category/memberships/

Please read all details for this hike to ensure it is suitable for you. The pace and terrain are particularly important details.
Registered participants will receive a WhatsApp invitation (optional) which can be used for photo share.

You must be registered to participate in this group hike. You cannot just show up as there are often people on the waitlist.

This is a multi-day hike – April 3, 4, 5th, 2026.

Please ensure your car is car shuttle-ready with at least 4 available seatbelts including the driver’s. We will take turns either being the shuttle driver or driving the drivers back to their cars after the hike is over.

Please pack whatever food you will require for a long day hike including lunch and snacks; 2l of water minimum; first aid kit; poles if you use them; and icers. You may also wish to pack extra socks and rain gear. Remember to dress in layers. Gloves/mitts, scarf / neck gator, a toque and a puffy jacket. Consider snow shoes, depending on conditions.

We will break for a morning clothing adjustment, a 10min break around 10am, 15 min lunch and an afternoon break if we are finishing after 2pm. Bio-breaks are as you need them – please let the sweep know who will wait for you. This is a 3 day group hike so it is important you keep pace with the person in front of you. We will help each other and wait for one another but please consider your physical ability before signing up for this hike. There are no drop outs – if you are not able to finish the hike you will need to arrange for transportation back to your car via taxi or Uber at your cost. Obtaining either in this section of trail is unlikely so please sign up if you know your limit and can maintain the pace.

The Dufferin stained-glass badge will be presented on the last day. If you have to miss one of these hiking days, you may make it up on your own before the last day of the series. Since it is a group hike, it is intended that everyone who registers be present on all days.

Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration to allow another person who may be on the waitlist to join the hike.

To cancel your registration, here  is a step by step:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel

Any questions may be directed through the link on this form.

Refunds: https://brucetrail.org/paid-hike-refund-policy/

9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):

Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km

Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL