Sydenham End to End in 16 hikes

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Fundraiser
Location (Google Maps):

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

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 169 km

Description

Sydenham End to End in 16 hikes

Open to Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) Members Only.  Non-members can join by signing up for a one-year BTC membership ($75) before registering at Bruce Trail Conservancy Memberships.

Participant Limit: Maximum of 15 participants, including the hike leader and sweep(s).

Registration Fee: BTC Members: $ 65 – includes Sydenham Stained Glass Fundraiser Badge.  Surplus supports Sydenham Bruce Trail Club’s hike program.   Registration opens Monday, March 2 at 7:00 am.

Note: No hiker substitutions or guest hikers.

Refund Policy:  Refunds may be requested if hike is cancelled more than 30 days before the start of the hike series and are subject to an administration fee and will be issued only if there is a waitlist.

Hike Leadership:

All hikes will have a SBTC leader and sweep.

Average Hike Distance: Approximately 9 – 13 km each day.

Hike Overview:

Complete the Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail over 16 hikes.

Direction: Northbound from Blantyre to Wiarton (direction varies on one hike)

Group Hike Format: Participants must be committed to the entire series.

Series is designed for intermediate hikers comfortable with moderate challenges, including longer distances and elevation gains.

Expected Pace: Up to 3 km/hr over 9 – 12 km.  Average pace may be slower than 3 km/hr, depending upon the experience of the hikers.

Total Distance: Approximately 169 km with no dropout points.

Time allocated for photography and appreciation of local flora and fauna.

Participant Requirements:

Ensure you are physically fit to participate in this series.

Attire: Proper hiking boots, layered clothing for varying weather and wet weather gear.  Hiking poles are recommended.

Essentials: Sufficient food (lunch), snacks and water for a full day; bug spray

Breaks: Morning, 15-30 minute on-trail lunch and afternoon breaks, weather-dependent.

Participant is required to sign a BTC Waiver of Liability

Transportation:

Car shuttles will be used to transport hikers from meeting point (end point of hike) to start point of hike.

All hikers will be expected to participate with transportation and should have a vehicle capable of carrying 5 passengers with seatbelts.

There are parking fees in at least one location and nominal cost to be shared among passengers.

Environmental Responsibility:

Adherence to Leave No Trace principles.

Collective effort in trail cleanliness.

Note: Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Accommodation Options:

Early reservations are recommended centrally in Owen Sound.

Options include motels, campgrounds, hostels and B&Bs.

Schedule and Communication:

Detailed itinerary will be sent to participants prior to each two-day hike segment.

Schedule subject to change.

Join us for this memorable hiking adventure and be part of a community dedicated to preserving and enjoying the natural beauty of the Bruce Trail.

Urban Walk: Toronto Islands Evening Walk

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):

Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, by the gate to the Wards Island Ferry. Please arrive 20 minutes prior to departure to check in with hike leader.

From Union Station take the LRT and get off at the stop Ferry Docks.Walk up to the Ferry Docks on Queens Quay West, street level. at the foot of Bay Street.

Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance (km): 6-9 km

Description

After a day’s work come and “cool off” on the Toronto Islands free of fumes and traffic. Enjoy the view of the city skyline and Toronto’s beautiful island parkland.
Pack a dinner for a sit down picnic. Also bring a warm jacket and flashlight.
Return fare ticket for the ferry is $9.57 for adults, $6.15 for seniors
Please check the hike schedule for weather related cancellations (hike will be updated by 11:00 AM day of the hike if any changes)
Toronto Island evening hikes will take place every Thursday in May and June 2026.
Same time and same meeting place. No preregistration is required – just show up at the ferry docks at 5:40 PM and sign in with the hike leader.