Car Hike: Hollad River Trail

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): We start the hike from Evans park ,you may park along benville cres off Bayview

Hike Leader(s): MOHAMMAD AGHAMIRI Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 14-15 km

Description

We start the hike from Evans park ,walking north  along Holland River , passing

heppard’s Bush Conservation Area to Newmarket trails and return

Lions Head, 1 of 3

Hosting Club: Toronto, Peninsula
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Lions Head, Map 39

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 12

Description

This is the first of six hikes from Lions Head to Tobermory to be conducted over two weekends. The first series is named Lions Head. The second will be named Tobermory. The first hike in each series will be about 12 km. Follow on hikes will vary in length depending on group wishes.

We will begin the series at km 87.2 at the parking area. This section of the trail follows the escarpment north over variable rocky sections. After the hike we will meet for refreshments and to confirm arrangements for the following day. Details TBA.

Given the distance it is anticipated that hikers coming from the Toronto area will find accommodation locally. I understand that options range from camping to hotels. More to follow on this subject as well. Those joining the hikes are asked to confirm their personal arrangements with me.

Accommodations may be found online. One such link is:

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Urban Walk: Windsfield Farm Park /Wilket Creek/ET Seton Park to Leaside

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

Meet on the Southeast corner of Bayview and York Mills in front of the arena (a short ride on the York Mills 95 Bus from York Mills Station)

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 12 km

Description

We’ll hike  south through Windsfield Farm Park, on Banbury Road, the Don Mills Trail, stop for lunch at Edwards Gardens, then south through Wilket Creek Park. Finishing through Serena Gundy Park the hike will end near Laird Station on Line 5.

Lion's Head, 2 of 3

Hosting Club: Toronto, Peninsula
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Cape Chin/Dyers Bay, Maps 39 and 40

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable
Distance (km): 13.7 or 16.4 km

Description

This is the second hike of the Lion’s Head series. We will begin the hike at km 99.3 where the trail crosses Cape Chin South Road and complete at km 113 or 115.7.

The hike will mostly follow the forested escarpment edge, occasionally turning inland. Trail conditions are mostly rocky.

After the hike we will meet for refreshments and to plan out the activity for day 3.

Lion's Head, 3 of 3

Hosting Club: Toronto, Peninsula
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dyers Bay, Map 40

Hike Leader(s): Alex Brown 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 (km): 12.4 or 9.7

Description

We start at km 113.0 or 115.6 and finish at Km 125.4. This section begins near the escarpment and then moves onto rural roads (Lindsay Road 40 and Crane Lake Road). The roads are flat and easy.

We will start this hike a bit earlier and finish earlier. Those who came long distance for the weekend may get an early start on the return trip.

Long Hike Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road, Thorold

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Brisk 4-5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
: 10k+

Description

Our regular Spot for the Tuesday Long Hike.   Note the new location.   We will hike the trails around Short Hills    Dress for the weather and bring sunscreen bug spray, poles snack and drink

9:15 Short Hike, Short Hills Provincial Park, St. Catharines

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd entrance

Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Hike the main and side trail of Short Hills Provincial Park. Please bring water, insect repellent, sunscreen and hiking poles. Check yourself thoroughly for ticks following the hike.

Urban Walk: Valley View/Huntington Park

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive, East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch East station stops at Sycamore station.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed.

Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles,   water and snacks.