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May | 1 | 2  Scotsdale Farm and Indigenous Village, Forest Bathing 9:00 AM-1:00 PM 06/02/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-and-indigenous-village-forest-bathing-2/2026-06-02/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Toronto Section, Map 13. Meet at Scotsdale Farm parking lot off of Trafalgar Rd (north of Km 29.8) Hike Leader(s): Janice McClelland;Les Babbage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Long Hike: 7 km, Short Hike: 5.8 km Description
We will quietly hike the Bennet Heritage Trail, crossing Snows Creek pond and then Owl Creek, close to the site of the an Indigenous (Attiwonderonk) village from 1550-80. We will share info about the village. Our hike follows Owl Creek with a scenic break spot. Long hike will return via the Maureen Smith Side Trail and then the Main Trail – the short hike will return directly to the parking lot via the Bennet Side Trail. Please bring water and a lunch.
| 3 | 4 | 5   Peninsula Wildflower Hike Series 10:00 AM-6:00 PM 06/05/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-wildflower-hike-series-2/2026-06-05/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Special Events
Location (Google Maps): Northeast corner of Highway 6 and Dyer’s Bay Road, south of Tobermory. Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law; Anne Armstrong; Jeannine Kralt. Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 3-6 kms a day Description
Join us on a three-day odyssey to find the floral treasures of the Peninsula on Flowerpot Island, the Crane River, Singing Sands, the Oliphant Fens, Petrel Point and the Bruce Alvar. A chance to work on your Peninsula Orchid badges if you are a badge person. These hikes, led by longtime BTC wildflower enthusiasts Anne Armstrong and Jeannine Kralt, are a co-operative effort brought to you by the Peninsula, Iroquoia and Dufferin Hi-Lands BTC Clubs. We look forward to enjoying the camaraderie and fellowship of staying at the same accommodations and sharing a few laughs at dinners. Please bring your own breakfasts and lunches. Discount accommodation/boat package information will be made available on registration. The accommodation/boat package discount pricing will be available until May 4, 2026. Hikers to pay for the accommodation/boat package themselves direct. Please note the $20.00 fee payable on registration is non-refundable. An additional and separate $20.00 contribution per hiker for gas and mileage will also be required.
| 6  Seven Rivers Hike Badge Series – Hike 2 8:45 AM-1:00 PM 06/06/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/seven-rivers-hike-badge-series-hike-2/2026-06-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Mad River Blue Mountains Section Map 22
Parking: lot off County Road 124, east of Singhampton and west of Devil’s Glen Country Club in front of the Devil’s Glen Provincial Park gates. Hike Leader(s): Tristan Goguen and Pat Foley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10.9Km Description
Today we will hike from the parking lot to the viewing platform then return to the main trail walking southbound until we meet the Ganaraska Trail. We will hike along the Ganaraska trail until we come out on Concession Road 8 in Glen Huron. Just past station Street we will turn west and follow the Mad River Side Trail until we rejoin the main trail. From there we will hike back to the cars. Please be prepared for the weather, we will hike rain or shine. Ensure you have enough water,lunch and snacks, sunscreen and bug repellent. Hats and sunglasses are recommended as are poles and sturdy shoes. For those wishing to earn their 7 Rivers – complete all 7 hikes, badges will be available on the last day from the hike leaders at a cost of $10 for members and $15 for non members. Anyone completing make-up hikes may log their hikes and apply directly to the Dufferin Highlands BT Club for the badge.
- American Chestnut Tree Maintenance
10:00 AM-12:00 PM 06/06/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/american-chestnut-tree-maintenance/2026-06-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Special Events
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Parking Lot on the 1st line E Hike Leader(s): Cathy Hughes Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3 km Description
In Fall 2024, approximately 90 American Chestnut trees were planted on the property. Be part of the ongoing monitoring and maintenance program. Volunteers will assist DHBTC Biodiversity Committee members and Bruce Trail Conservancy Ecologists with mulching and replacing tree guards. We will also be examining trees to help determine survival rates. Some invasive species removal may also occur. If time permits, a short hike of the area will occur. Please bring water and gloves if you have them. It is recommended you dress according to the weather and wear sturdy boots or shoes and long pants as ticks are possible in the area. All other equipment will be provided.
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7 | 8  Car Hike: Dufferin E2E 1/4 8:30 AM-1:00 PM 06/08/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-dufferin-e2e-1-4-2/2026-06-08/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Km 0.0 Mono Centre. Coordinates N 44.026195,W 80.071516 map 19 Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders), Variable
Distance (km): 14.1 km Description
First hike of 4 to complete the Dufferin section. We will shuttle to km 14.1 and hike back. Hikers are expected to in the parking area and ready to shuttle by 8:15. Everyone needs to take part in the car shuttle. Bring 2 litres of water, snacks and lunch, bug repellent , sun screen. Hiking boots.
| 9 - Car Hike: Dufferin E2E 2/4
8:30 AM-1:00 PM 06/09/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-dufferin-e2e-2-4-2/2026-06-09/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Km 28.3, 1st Line E coordinates N 44.148246,W 80.118529 map 20 Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders)
Distance (km): 14.2 km. Description
Second hike of the series to complete the Dufferin section. Please be in the parking area at 8;15 and be ready to shuttle by 8:30. Bring 2 litres of water, food, bug repellent, sun screen. Hiking boots. We will shuttle to km 14.1 and walk back. Everyone is expected to participate in the car shuttle during the 4 days hike.
- Peter Beecham and Griffith Ravine Side Trails
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 06/09/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peter-beecham-and-griffith-ravine-side-trails/2026-06-09/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): (Google Maps) Caledon Hills Section, Map 18. Meet at roadside parking on 4th Line East, Mono 1.5 km north of 5 Sideroad. Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Julie Daley,Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Long Hike 5 km Short Hike 2.7 km Description
From roadside parking at km 54.9, we will hike west via the Peter Beecham Side Trail and Main Trail until we reach 3rd Line EHS. At this point, we will retrace our steps and return to the parking lot, taking the Griffith Ravine Side Trail at Km 56.2. The short hike will take the Griffith Ravine Side Trail when we first meet it to return to the parking. Bring water, snacks, and sunscreen. Hiking poles are recommended.
| 10 | 11 - Car Hike: Dufferin E2E 3/4
8:30 AM-3:00 PM 06/11/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-dufferin-e2e-3-4-2/2026-06-11/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Km 28.3 1st Line E coordinates N 44.148246,W 80.118529 map 20 Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders), Variable
Distance (km): 12.4 km Description
3ed hike towards the completion of the Dufferin E2E. Hikers are expected to arrive 15 minutes early and be ready to shuttle. We will shuttle to km 40.7 and hike back. Bring food, 2 litres of water, bug repellent, sun screen. Hiking boots. Everyone is expected to participate in the car shuttle during the 4 days hike.
| 12 - Car Hike: Dufferin E2E 4/4
8:30 AM-1:00 PM 06/12/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-dufferin-e2e-4-4-2/2026-06-12/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Km 40.7 Prince of Wales Rd, coordinated N 44.200231,W 80.164257 Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders), Variable
Distance (km): 14.8 kms Description
Last to to complete the Dufferin E2E section. Bring food, water, bug repellent, sun screen. We will shuttle to km 55.5 and walk back. Everyone is expected to participate in the car shuttle during the 4 days hike. Badge day, treats day.
- Niagara E2E #3: Louth Conservation Area to Short Hills
9:15 AM-3:45 PM 06/12/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-e2e-3-louth-conservation-area-to-short-hills/2026-06-12/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot located at the end of Wiley Road in Short Hills Provincial Park. See Google Map links for GPS. Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections, Moderate
Distance: 14 kms Description
Join us on this shuttle hike in a series of Friday hikes across the beautiful Niagara Section. Mud, rocks and slippery slopes guaranteed. Please bring a garbage bag and an extra pair of footwear for the drive back. Boots mandatory. Hiking poles recommended. Please wear a hat, long sleeves and long pants and bring a head net for the bugs (just in case), 2.5L of water, a snack, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.
| 13 - Seven Rivers Hike Badge Series- Hike 3
8:45 AM-1:00 PM 06/13/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/seven-rivers-hike-badge-series-hike-3/2026-06-13/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Noisy River Blue Mountains Section Map 21
Parking: roadside at km 6.1 on County Road 9 south of Dunedin. Hike Leader(s): Tristan Goguen and Pat Foley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10.2 Km Description
– Today we will Hike from the road side parking on County Rd 9 south bound on the main trail. We will cross the Noisy river and hike through the forest and along the escarpment where we will have the opportunity to observe many crevices and older growth trees. Once we arrive in Lavender we will reach the end of the Dufferin Hi Land section then return north bound to the cars. Please be prepared for the weather, we will hike rain or shine. Ensure you have enough water,lunch and snacks, sunscreen and bug repellent. Hats and sunglasses are recommended as are poles and sturdy shoes. For those wishing to earn their 7 Rivers – complete all 7 hikes, badges will be available on the last day from the hike leaders at a cost of $10 for members and $15 for non members. Anyone completing make-up hikes may log their hikes and apply directly to the Dufferin Highlands BT Club for the badge.
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14 | 15 | 16 - Silver Creek- 10h line
9:00 AM-12:30 PM 06/16/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/silver-creek-10h-line/2026-06-16/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Toronto Section, Map 13, Meet at Km 38. 8 on 10th line , 2.2 km south of 32 sideroad Hike Leader(s): Inge Eckerich, Les Babbage, Julie Daley, Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5.5 km Description
We will hike the main trail to km 36.2 and return by the Roberts side trail and main trail
| 17 | 18 | 19 - Niagara E2E #4: Short Hills to Welland Canal
9:15 AM-5:00 PM 06/19/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-e2e-4-short-hills-to-welland-canal/2026-06-19/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot located at the end of Wiley Road in Short Hills Provincial Park. See Google Map links for GPS. Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 18.5 kms Description
Join us on this shuttle hike in a series of Friday hikes across the beautiful Niagara Section. Mud, rocks and slippery slopes guaranteed. Please bring a garbage bag and an extra pair of footwear for the drive back. Boots mandatory. Hiking poles recommended. Please wear a hat, long sleeves and long pants and bring a head net for the bugs (just in case), 2.5L of water, a snack, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.
| 20 - Seven Rivers Hike Badge Series – Hike 4
8:45 AM-1:00 PM 06/20/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/seven-rivers-hike-badge-series-hike-4/2026-06-20/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Pine River Dufferin Hi Land Section Map 20
Parking: new BT parking lot on 15th side Rd just west of Prince of Wales Rd. Hike Leader(s): Tristan Goguen and Pat Foley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Short Hike 8.63 Longer hike 12.45 Description
Today we will hike south bound on the main trail from the parking are to where the main trail intersects with the Pine River Valley Side Trail. We will hike the Pine River Valley side trail to the second intersection with the Carl Alexander Side Trail. Take the Carl Alexander Side Trail back to the Pine River Valley Side trail then proceed back to the main trail. From there we will hike south bound to the Bell Look out side Trail, enjoy the view then return to the main trail to continue hiking south bound past the Pine River Fishing area and then along the river . We will the cross River Road and pick up the Kilgore side Trail on the north side and return to the main trail and the parking lot. Total distance to this point is approximately 8.63 Km. For enthusiasts we can continue north bound on Prince of Wales Rd from the parking are to the intersection with the Melodonna Side Trail. From there we will follow the side trail back to the main trail and return to the cars. With the added distance the total would be 12.45 km. Please be prepared for the weather, we will hike rain or shine. Ensure you have enough water,lunch and snacks, sunscreen and bug repellent. Hats and sunglasses are recommended as are poles and sturdy shoes. For those wishing to earn their 7 Rivers – complete all 7 hikes, badges will be available on the last day from the hike leaders at a cost of $10 for members and $15 for non members. Anyone completing make-up hikes may log their hikes and apply directly to the Dufferin Highlands BT Club for the badge.
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21 | 22 | 23 - Cold Creek
9:00 AM-12:30 PM 06/23/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/cold-creek-4/2026-06-23/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): For car pooling, meet at the parking on the east side of Party City/Winners building in Orangeville, Hwy 10 and 4th Ave. at 8:30 am.
Or meet at Cold Creek Conservation Area on 11th Concession, King, 3.5 km north of King Rd. Park in front of the entrance gate for the 9:00 am start. Hike Leader(s): Tony Evangelista, Les Babbage, Inge Eckerick, Julie Daley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: Long hike 6.6 km Short hike 2.5km or 4 km Description
We will hike the outer loop, experiencing various types of ecosystems– forests, meadows, wetlands and pine plantations. The shorter hike will return to the parking lot by way of one of the connector trails– Bring snacks and water. Optional refreshment stop at Coffee Time in Bolton after the hike.
| 24 | 25 | 26 - Niagara E2E #5: Welland Canal to Queenston Heights
9:15 AM-5:00 PM 06/26/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-e2e-5-welland-canal-to-queenston-heights/2026-06-26/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Off road parking on the north side of Glendale Avenue, 50 metres east of the Welland Canal. See Google Map links for GPS. Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections, Moderate
Distance: 18.5 kms Description
Join us on this shuttle hike in a series of Friday hikes across the beautiful Niagara Section. Mud, rocks and slippery slopes guaranteed. Please bring a garbage bag and an extra pair of footwear for the drive back. Boots mandatory. Hiking poles recommended. Please wear a hat, long sleeves and long pants and bring a head net for the bugs (just in case), 2.5L of water, a snack, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.
| 27 - Seven Rivers Hike Badge Series – Hike 5
8:45 AM-1:00 PM 06/27/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/seven-rivers-hike-badge-series-hike-5/2026-06-27/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Boyne River Dufferin Hi Land Section Map 20
Parking: lot and Roadside parking at km 18.7 (Map Edition 31) the south end of Centre Road from Sideroad 5, north of Primrose. Hike Leader(s): Tristan Goguen and Pat Foley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10.41 Km Description
Today we will hike from the Centre Rd Parking area on the main trail to the Mulmur Lookout . We will take a short break here to admire the valley then return on the main trail to 1st Line where we will pick up the Boyne Valley Side Trail southbound on 1st Line. The side trail eventually heads into the woods and back to the main trail . From this junction we will hike north bound on the main trail with an opportunity to cross the Boyne River before climbing out of the valley. We will take a break at the top of Murphy’s Pinnacle to enjoy lunch and the view before heading back to the parking area. Please be prepared for the weather, we will hike rain or shine. Ensure you have enough water,lunch and snacks, sunscreen and bug repellent. Hats and sunglasses are recommended as are poles and sturdy shoes. For those wishing to earn their 7 Rivers Badge – complete all 7 hikes-, badges will be available on the last day from the hike leaders at a cost of $10 for members and $15 for non members. Anyone completing make-up hikes may log their hikes and apply directly to the Dufferin Highlands BT Club for the badge.
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28 | 29 | 30 - Boyne Valley Side Trail Loop
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 06/30/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/boyne-valley-side-trail-loop-2/2026-06-30/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the BTC Parking lot at the south end of Centre Rd at 9:00, south of 5 Sideroad in Mulmur (Dufferin Hi-Land Map 20, 17.6, BTC Edition 31) Hike Leader(s): Julie Daley, Les Babbage, Tony Evangelista, Inge Eckerich Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Long Hike 6.3 km, Short Hike 3 km Description
We will hike a loop of the Main Trail and Boyne Valley side Trail. The short hike will return from the Boyne River bridges by way of the Centre Road road allowance.
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