Iroquoia

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  • Iroquoia E2E Series 7 of 8
    8:30 AM-3:00 PM
    12/02/2024

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia

    Location (Google Maps): Meeting Place: Crawford Lake Conservation Area Parking Lot – Reservation Required

    Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 17.2

    Description

    Join us for this 7th  hike of the of 8 hike series to complete the Iroquoia Section of the Bruce Trail.  Register for all 8 hikes (to be entitled to the badge) or only the ones you are available for.  Car shuffle and other hike details will be emailed to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike. Bring plenty of water and a snack.  Wear appropriate clothing for conditions.  Hiking boots are mandatory and hiking poles are suggested.  Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am to shuffle to our starting point.

  • Friendship Trail (City View Park to Grindstone Creek Loop)
    9:30 AM-1:00 PM
    12/02/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at City View Park parking lot (South Entrance), Burlington. Located just south of Hwy #5 off of Kerns Rd.

    Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 10km +

    Description

    This 10.5 km hike will follow the main BT along the edge of the escarpment for great views of the Skyway bridge , Lake Ontario and surrounding area. We will continue to the outskirts of Waterdown and down into/out of the Grindstone Creek via the McNally and Waterdown Rd Side trails and main BT. Please dress in layers and bring water, a snack and lunch (optional). Icers may be necessary.

    Expect baked goods 🙂

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  • Bruce Trail from Chedoke
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    12/03/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Chedoke Golf and Country Club,
    Access Beddoe Drive off Studholme Road
    south of Aberdeen

    Hike Leader(s): Jim Daw Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 7 – 8 km

    Description

    We will meet at the Chedoke golf course parking lot at 9:45 for a 10:00am start. We will follow the Bruce Trail along the Hamilton Radial Trail passing several waterfalls to the top of the escarpment. This is where  the Bruce Trail turns and goes into the forest where hopefully we might see some wildlife. We will be doing a loop and coming back to the Radial Trail and heading back to the Golf Course. This should take about 2 hours to complete.

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  • To the Pit and Back
    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    12/05/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Scottsdale Farm 13807 Trafalgar Road

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

    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: Approx. 9 km.

    Description

    Scottsdale Farm is a beautiful Heritage Farm, donated to Ontario Heritage Foundation by the Bennett Family. The farm buildings and home are still there. Both Bruce Trail main and side trails criss cross through this area. Today awe will access the main trail and hike west to Highway 7 and then use the Duff Pit Side trail to see the old pit grounds and on to the former reservoir for Georgetown, located in a beautiful setting. Please meet in the parking lot of Scottsdale Farm, located on the east side of Trafalgar Rd. Bring a snack, water and poles if using.
    Leader: Anne Armstrong

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  • Iroquoia E2E Series 8 of 8
    8:30 AM-3:00 PM
    12/06/2024

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia

    Location (Google Maps): Meeting Place: Hilton Falls Conservation Area Parking Lot – Reservation required

    Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 13.4

    Description

    Join us for this final  hike of the of 8 hike series to complete the Iroquoia Section of the Bruce Trail.  Car shuffle and other hike details will be emailed to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike. Bring plenty of water and a snack.  Wear appropriate clothing for conditions.  Hiking boots are mandatory and hiking poles are suggested.  Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am to shuffle to our starting point.

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  • ****POSTPONED**** Ganaraska Trail – The Gap ****POSTPONED****
    9:45 AM-3:00 PM
    12/07/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Special Event
    Location (Google Maps): We will meet at Sainte Marie Among the Hurons and proceed to the north end of Tiny Trail. Please arrive by 9:45am for a 10am departure to our hike start.

    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
    Distance: 18km

    Description

    This is a group hike with a car shuttle. Please be prepared to participate in the shuttle by ensuring you have 4 available seatbelts, including the driver’s.  Please bring enough food and water for an 18km hike, including lunch. Badges will be available on completion with proceeds going to the Ganaraska Hiking Club. Please bring $7 exact change for the badge. Depending on the terrain, we will hike at a fairly steady, quick pace. Please ensure you are physically able for the distance and the pace before signing up for this hike. There are no dropouts – if you cannot complete the hike, you will be responsible for your own way back and expense to your car. The terrain is varied – trail and asphalt. Please bring your icers and prepare for wet, cold weather, possibly. If the weather is too risky for travel, all registered hikers will be notified by email ahead of the hike. An alternative date will be set.

     


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  • Paid Outing Stained Glass Badge Fundraiser - Iroquoia E2E-in-Six Iroquoia Stained-Glass Fundraiser End to End – 6 Hikes
    9:00 AM-4:00 PM
    12/08/2024

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2024-12-08, 2024-12-15, 2025-01-05, 2025-01-12, 2025-01-19, 2025-01-26

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Stained Glass Badge Fundraiser – Iroquoia E2E-in-Six
    Location (Google Maps):

    Day 1 – December 8, 2024-Kilbride School, Panton St, Burlington – Please park in the back 43.427756, -79.937991

    Hike Leader(s): Anita Bergsma Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: Varies but about 15-26 km per outing

    Description

    Join us in the Iroquoia End to End this fall starting in December 8, 2024 for 6 hikes.  Each hike will be approximately 15-26 kms at a moderate pace.  This is suitable for intermediate to advanced hikers.

    We will be using hiker’s vehicles to shuttle between our start and end point for each hike. As well, there will be costs at Hilton Falls.

    Proper hiking boots is a must!  Bring hiking poles, food/snacks, water, gloves, hat, and jacket.

    Arrive at 9:00 am for roll call/check in/drive to the starting point.  Hike will start at 9:30 am sharp

    It is important to complete each section within a time frame to consider the shorter days.

    Hikers will receive a stained glass badge or may opt to switch it out for the needed fox badge.

    If you must miss a day but can make it up before the last scheduled hike, you will still qualify for this Stain Glass badge.

    Please, no dogs or children. All logistics/scheduling/start/stop and parking (shared cost if there is a fee)and a hike leader to guide you, is included.

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    Day 1 – December 8, 2024 -Kilbride School, Panton St, Burlington – Please park in the back 43.427756, -79.937991
    (20).  Car shuttle to Hilton Falls Conservation Area.4985 Campbellville Rd, Milton 43.505705,
    -79.961589 (100) 26.68km

    Day 2 – December 15, 2024- City View Park Waterdown (2nd entrance off Kerns Rd. South of Dundas St.)
    N43.352308, W79.862585 (50) 22.64km

    Day 3 – January 5, 2025- Davidson Blvd. Dundas N43.265251, W79.990490 (5) 21.94km

    Day 4 – January 12, 2025 – Chedoke Golf Club parking lot, Hamilton N43.246205, W79.906935 (40)15.24km

    Day 5 – January 19, 2025 – Glover Mountain Rd. Side Trail roadside parking, Stoney Creek N43.209155,
    W79.773801 (10) 17.58km

    Day 6 – January 26, 2025 – Grimsby Lions Community Pool 1 Elm St, Grimsby. N43.193201, W79.565301 (30)
    21.33km

  • Scotsdale Farm
    9:30 AM-12:30 PM
    12/08/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot on 8th Line at 9:15 am

    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: 7 kms

    Description

    We will hike the Maureen Smith Side Trail, the main trail and the Bennett Heritage Side Trail. Bring icers for your boots, just in case.  Hike is dependent on weather conditions.

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  • Niagara E2E
    7:30 AM-2:00 PM
    12/09/2024

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2024-12-09 at 07:30
    2024-12-10 at 07:30
    2024-12-16 at 07:30
    2024-12-17 at 07:30

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
    Category: End-to-End
    Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park off Roland Road.

    Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
    Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 18.2 km

    Description

    This is the ninth and final! section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and Steven White are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.

    Note we start our series through Short Hills Provincial Park due to park restrictions for hunting.
    We meet at 7:30 – hikers should be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.

    There is another End to End hike series posted by Steven for those who want to hike and receive a special Stained Glass badge.
    Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
    Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

  • Paid Outing  Niagara Stained Glass End 2 End (Dec 9,10,16,17)
    7:30 AM
    12/09/2024

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2024-12-09, 2024-12-10, 2024-12-16, 2024-12-17

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
    Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park off Roland Rd.

    Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 18.2km

    Description

    This is the ninth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and I are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.

    Note we start our series through Short Hills Prov Park due to park restrictions for hunting

    We meet at 7:30 – hikers should arrive early and be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
    There is another End to End hike series posted by Heather for those who want to hike and not receive this special Stained Glass badge.
    Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
    Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

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  • Rattle Snake Pt Conservation Area to Kilbride Park
    9:30 AM-2:30 PM
    12/12/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at Kilbride parking lot behind Kilbride Public School (6611 Panton St.) by tennis courts (ignore oneway arrows) and shuttle to Rattlesnake Pt. Conservation Area. Drivers with Halton Conservation Passes will be needed to help with the shuttle and should preregister at Rattlesnake CA.

    Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: +/- 16km

    Description

    From Rattlesnake Pt. CA we will follow conservation side trails and main BT along the escarpment and descend/ascend Nassagaweya Canyon into Crawford Lake CA. From there we will wind our way through the CA and on to the calcium pits/caves at Twiss Rd. the last leg of our hike will follow the main BT thru a nature reserve to the new “Kilbride Pass” and parking lot.

    Please wear appropriate layers and bring water, snack and lunch. Icers  may be necessary

    Baked goods should be expected:)

  • Dundas Driving Park to Dundas Peak and Tew’s Falls return
    10:00 AM-1:00 PM
    12/12/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps):

    Dundas Driving Park

    Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 8k (approximate)

    Description

    A strenuous, hilly, up and down hike with great views. We park and meet in Dundas Driving Park not far from the washrooms, and follow city streets to trail leading to Dundas Peak and Tew’s Falls. Wear sturdy hiking shoes or hiking boots, bring icers, layers of clothing appropriate to weather, bring water and snack. Optional outing for beverage/food after.

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  • Terra Cotta/Heritage Road loop
    9:30 AM-12:00 PM
    12/15/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Roadside on Winston Churchill Blvd, just north of Terra Cotta Conservation Area. Meet at 9:15 am, earlier if you can, as parking is limited.

    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: 8.5 kms

    Description

    Hiking along the main trail, across Heritage Rd and around to the Rockside Side Trail and back on the main trail to the cars. This trail has some easy parts and some challenging rocky parts, so come prepared. There’s a bit of road walking.  Bring icers for your boots.

  • – Full Moon hike – cold Moon – long night moon
    6:00 PM-8:00 PM
    12/15/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
    Location (Google Maps): City View Park, Burlington

    Hike Leader(s): Madeline Grady Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: about 8 km

    Description

    Please park in the smaller lot (2nd from Hwy 5) if coming from Kerns Road below it’s the 1st driveway once you’ve crested the escarpment)

    We will start with getting acclimatized to the moonlight before we begin.  This is an out and back hike.  The trail will be mostly flat starting in the open before entering the wooded area on the other side of Kerns Road.  There are some great lookouts to see Burlington and hopefully the moon over the lake.  Poles and hiking shoes/boots and head lamps are recommended. Try to dim your headlamp with a red light or covering   Please bring water and a snack.

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  • Sixteen Mile Creek in the Early Years
    10:00 AM-12:45 PM
    12/18/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Sixteen Mile Creek Valley, Oakville

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

    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 9 km.

    Description

    Sixteen Mile Creek Valley is steeped in the early history of Oakville and provides an insight into the lives of early settlers. Meet at the south east corner of River Glen Blvd. and Neyagawa Blvd. (beside the baseball fields) at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, a snack and poles if using. There are a number of hills and some uneven ground. There will be some interpretative stops along the route.

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  • Santa’s Elves Hike
    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    12/25/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Orchard Community Park parking lot, off of Blue Spruce Ave. in Burlington. From QEW take the Burloak exit. Go north on Burloak until you reach Blue Spruce Ave. Turn right and continue until you come to a large parking lot on the right.

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

    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: Approx. 9 km.

    Description

    After the work in Santa’s workshop some of the elves are ready for a day outside. Join Anne and Phill (and maybe some other elves with Stuart Law from Dufferin Hi-land) for an easy and fun “in and out” hike into Bronte Creek Provincial Park. We will take in the Woodlands Trail alongside and down to Bronte Creek, then up to Spruce Lane Farm and the Trillium Trail. We will then head north on an old farm track between two fields to enjoy more woods on our way back to our cars. (We may not see any reindeer but there may be some local species around.) The park amenities will be closed. Please bring icers, a warm drink, some water and a light lunch. Poles recommended for some hills down to the river. PLEASE ARRIVE AT  9:45am. for a 10:00 am. START. You should have plenty of time to get home for Christmas dinner.
    Leader: Anne Armstrong

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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  • Speyside to Vanderleck ST return
    9:30 AM-11:30 AM
    12/29/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Speyside Pear Tree parking lot on 15 Side Road at 9:15 am.

    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

    On the main trail from Speyside, to the Al Shaw ST, Hilton Falls ST and onto the Vanderleck ST up to 17 Side Road and then return the same way.  There are some very technical (rocky) sections on this hike but no major hills.  Bring icers for your boots.

  • Camino Hikes Camino Hike
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    12/29/2024

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Camino Hikes
    Location (Google Maps): City View Park – Please enter via Dundas St onto Kerns Rd, second left to the parking area.

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

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely, Slippery and Steep Sections

    Description

    Please join us for our very first Camino Hike. If you are curious about hiking a camino or would like to share information about hiking a camino, please join us for this hike. Everyone is welcome.

    Please bring enough water and snacks. We will hike about 8km return. Please bring your icers in case of slippery conditions and dress for the weather.

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