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March | March | 1 | 2 - Rail Trail and Mountain Brow (with Albion Falls)
10:00 AM-12:30 PM 04/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/rail-trail-and-mountain-brow-with-albion-falls/2025-04-02/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Red Hill Valley Trail South Parking Lot – Mud Street Just beyond where Mountain Brow Blvd meets Pritchard Rd on the east mountain area of Hamilton See map below Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 8 km Description
After traversing the south side of Albion Falls we will follow the rail trail until we reach the Margate stairs. We will Ascend the 159 stairs to the top of the escarpment and then follow the paved path and then the blue side trail past Buttermilk Falls and Albion Falls and arriving back at the parking lot. Please arrive by 9:45 am as we will be on the trail by 10:00 am sharp. Bring water and a snack. Icers if necessary (hopefully not!) If cancelled due to rain (snow?), I will notify you by email the evening prior to the hike. If you cancel after 4:00 pm on the day prior to the hike, use the contact information I will send you by email a day or two before the hike.
| 3 | 4  Cityview Park 9:30 AM-12:00 PM 04/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/cityview-park-3/2025-04-04/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Cityview Park, 2nd parking lot on Kerns Road 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
Hiking the bike trails, side trails and main trail to Waterdown and back for a good loop. Mostly good footing with some rocky sections on the main trail. Bring icers. Hike is dependent on weather.
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6 - Bent Rim 2
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 04/06/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bent-rim-2/2025-04-06/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the small parking lot on 6th Line. 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: 9 kms Description
We will hike the Bent Rim 2 bike trail and back through the Halton Forest. Meet at 9:15 (earlier if possible) in the small parking lot on 6th Line, about 3 kms north of Campbellville Rd. Bring icers for your boots.
| 7 - Blue Loop Hikes #5 – Mono Cliffs – location change to Hilton Falls due to Dufferin trail closure
8:30 AM-1:00 PM 04/07/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/blue-loop-hikes-5-mono-cliffs/2025-04-07/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation area 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: 11 km Description
NOTE; WE HAVE RELOCATED THIS HIKE TO HILTON FALLS CONSERVATION AREA DUE TO DUFFERIN TRAIL CLOSURE. IT WILL BE A SIMILAR LENGTH. A PARKING FEE WILL BE REQUIRED AT HILTON FALLS. This is a series of loop hikes exploring various BT Blue trails in wintry and early spring conditions. Join us for one, some or all. Today’s hike will explore the main trail and the various side trails for an 11 km look in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. Bring a snack and plenty of water, and other hydration as needed. Wear hiking boots and bring hiking poles. Icers may also be required. Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.
| 8 - Friendship Trail (City View Park to Grindstone Creek Loop)
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 04/08/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/friendship-trail-city-view-park-to-grindstone-creek-loop-2/2025-04-08/  Click here for more information or to register 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 and a snack. Icers may be necessary. Expect baked goods 🙂
| 9 - Hiking the Credit/Culham Trail
10:00 AM-12:30 PM 04/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-the-credit-culham-trail/2025-04-09/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Erindale Park, Dundas St. w., just east of Mississauga Rd. 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
Distance: Approx 9 km, but could be more with the easier terrain. Description
Come enjoy an easy, leisurely hike up the Credit River, going through part of Erindale Park. There is one rocky, but flat section. We may get lucky and see some early Spring Ephemerals (wildflowers). Bring water, a snack and sunscreen. You probably don’t need poles but if you like using them as I do, bring them. (Exercises my upper arms as well as providing balance. )
| 10 - CANCELLED – Speyside to Halton Forest (E2E)
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 04/10/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/speyside-to-halton-forest-e2e-3/2025-04-10/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Pear Tree parking lot at Speyside 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
This is an end to end hike. We will carpool from the parking lot on 15 Side Road to 6th Line at the Halton Agreement Forest and hike back along the Hilton Falls Side Trail, Al Shaw Side Trail and the main trail. This trail has some serious rocks and we cross a couple of creeks. Bring icers. Hike is dependent on weather.
- Hermitage & Griffin House
10:00 AM-12:00 PM 04/10/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hermitage-griffin-house/2025-04-10/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will be parking at the Ancaster Little League Park on Jerseyville Road. 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
Distance: 8 Description
There are a couple of hills. The trail is fairly wide and comfortable. Bring snacks and water we will be stopping at the Hermitage for a quick snack.
We will be meeting for 9:45 for the 10:00 start.
| 11 | 12  Rainbow Hike: Tiffany Falls to Dundas Trail Centre & Ancaster 9:15 AM-2:00 PM 04/12/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/rainbow-hike-tiffany-falls-to-dundas-trail-centre-ancaster/2025-04-12/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Taking HSR bus from the King & Bay bus stop (in front of Jackson Square) to hike start at Tiffany Falls. Hike Leader(s): Doug O’Neill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 kms Description
You’re invited to an all-inclusive LGBTQ-friendly spring hike! Look for me at the King & Bay bus stop (in olive-green Bruce Trail cap) no later than 9 a.m. Together we’ll take 9:13 a.m. 5A Meadowlands/McMaster bus (25 mins), get off at Harper’s Garden Centre (on Wilson) and walk 5 minutes to Tiffany Falls Parking Lot. Bus fares: $2.50-3.50. After visiting the falls, we’ll follow the main trail to Sherman Falls, then continue into Dundas Valley Conservation Area, passing Canterbury Falls, fascinating limestone formations and the Hermitage ruins. With any luck, we’ll see early spring flowers. We’ll stop at the Dundas Valley Trail Centre (former train station) for lunch—and selfies in front of the vintage train cars. There’s a fountain to refill your water bottles, picnic tables, and interpretive centre. After lunch, we’ll retrace a portion of our earlier route, then follow the Heritage Trail to Ancaster, where we have the option of visiting the hiker-themed Trail Café before catching the 5A-Greenhill (via McMaster) bus from corner of Wilson and Rousseau back to downtown Hamilton/McNab terminal. Bring water, snacks, lunch. Complimentary Bruce Trail Rainbow badges and/or stickers to all participants! Email any questions to the Hike Leader – “Click here to contact Hike Leader” on this form.
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13 - Terra Cotta to Boston Mills Rd (E2E)
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 04/13/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/terra-cotta-to-boston-mills-rd-e2e/2025-04-13/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 am at the end of Boston Mills Rd. 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: 9 kms Description
We will meet at the end of Boston Mills Rd (off Mississauga Rd) at 9:15 am and carpool to 10th Line and hike back on the main trail through Terra Cotta Conservation Area, across Winston Churchill Blvd and Heritage Rd and back to the cars. Bring a snack as needed.
| 14 - Blue Loop Hikes #6 – Scotsdale Farm
8:30 AM-1:00 PM 04/14/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/blue-loop-hikes-6-scotsdale-farm/2025-04-14/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm Main Parking Lot, off of Trafalgar Road 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: 12.5 km Description
This is a series of loop hikes exploring various BT Blue trails in wintry and early spring conditions. Join us for one, some or all. Today’s hike will explore the main trail and the various side trails for a 12. 5 km loop in Scotsdale Farm and Silver Creek Conservation Area Bring a snack and plenty of water, and other hydration as needed. Wear hiking boots and bring hiking poles. Icers may also be required. Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.
| 15 | 16 - Halton Agreement Forest – using All Trails to navigate your hike
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 04/16/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/halton-agreement-forest-using-all-trails-to-navigate-your-hike/2025-04-16/ - Felkers Falls
10:00 AM-12:30 PM 04/16/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/felkers-falls/2025-04-16/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Red Hill Trail South Parking Lot – Mud Street Just beyond where Mountain Brow Blvd meets Pritchard Rd on the east mountain area of Hamilton Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 km Description
We will follow the Red Hill Creek Trail and Bruce Trail to Felker’s Falls and follow a similar route back to the parking lot. Bring water and a snack . Trails may be muddy and slippery so poles may be needed. Please arrive by 9:45 am as we will be on the trail by 10:00 am sharp. If cancelled due to rain, I will notify you by email the evening prior to the hike. If you cancel after 4:00 pm on the day prior to the hike, use the contact information I will send you by email a day or two before the hike.
| 17 - Fletcher Creek Preserve, Puslinch, HCA Property
10:00 AM-1:00 PM 04/17/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/fletcher-creek-preserve-puslinch-hca-property/2025-04-17/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Park at Fletcher Creek Ecological Preserve on Concession 7 just north of Gore Rd , Puslinch
HCA passes can be used or $8.00 per vehicle Hike Leader(s): Cathie Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: Approx. 10 kms Description
Easy, Moderate hike – Fletcher’s Creek Preserve is an abandoned quarry site that has been rehabilitated and is located at the headwaters of the Spencer Creek watershed We will loop hike through the preserve as well as an adjacent trail that also was part of the quarry back in the day-lots of local history- it was the area swimming hole and some still use it. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather-could be wet. Bring water, snack, hiking poles, cell
 Afternoon hike – Mount Nemo (reservation required) 4:30 PM-6:00 PM 04/17/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/afternoon-hike-mount-nemo-reservation-required/2025-04-17/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 4:15 pm in the main parking lot at Mount Nemo on Guelph Line. 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
Meet in the main parking lot at 4:15 and we will hike around the main loop and into the forest for a bit. Reserve your time at conservationhalton.ca
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20 - CANCELLED – Mulmur Hills
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 04/20/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mulmur-hills/2025-04-20/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Bruce Trail parking lot on 1st Line 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: 9 kms Description
We will hike around the main trail, Oliver Creek Side Trail, Moss Haven Side Trail and across the road to the Rockhill Park Side Trail. Bring icers for your boots and a snack. There are some hills to contend with on this hike.
| 21 - Dufferin Hi-Land End-to-End #1 of 4
8:30 AM-1:30 PM 04/21/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/dufferin-hi-land-end-to-end-1-of-4/2025-04-21/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Mono Community Centre Parking Lot 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, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 14.8 km Description
This is an end-to-end hiking series to complete the Dufferin Highlands section of the Bruce Trail in 4 hikes, join us for one, some or all. The hikes will be undertaken at a medium pace of approximately 4 km/hour for 13 – 15 kms each hike. Please consider your fitness level before registering, this is a group hike, and everyone is expected to keep pace with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. The weather can be changeable at this time of year, so dress in layers for any possibility. The terrain may be wet and slippery in sections, wear hiking boots and bring hiking poles. Bring a snack, plenty of water and other hydration as needed. We will be travelling from south to north over the series. The series will require car shuffles, and everyone will be expected to participate as drivers. Today’s hike, the first of four, will be 14.8 km in length. Please plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will start the car shuffle at 8:30 am sharp. Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.
| 22 - Mt. Nemo to Kilbride
9:30 AM-1:30 PM 04/22/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mt-nemo-to-kilbride-2/2025-04-22/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet/park at the back of Kilbride Public School (6611 Panton St.) at 9:30 SHARP and then shuttle to the lower parking lot of Mt Nemo CA (Walkers Line). I will need drivers with a Halton Conservation Pass to help shuttle hikers and would appreciate it if you would preregister a spot at the Mt Nemo parking lot. Thank you! 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: 12 km Description
We will be following the BT up the escarpment and into Mt Nemo CA. We will be completing the North loop of the CA before leaving the park and walking along side various country properties before descending into the Cedar Springs Valley. From there we will cross Bronte Creek before climbing a series of strenuous hills out of the valley and into the village of Kilbride. Please remember to bring appropriate clothing/footwear, water, a snack and lunch. Baked good can be expected 🙂
- Speyside to Vanderleck ST return
9:30 AM-11:30 AM 04/22/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/speyside-to-vanderleck-st-return-4/2025-04-22/  Click here for more information or to register 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
We will hike 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.
| 23 - River and Ruin Loop
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 04/23/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/river-and-ruin-loop/2025-04-23/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Kilbride Park. Please park behind public school Hike Leader(s): Jill Parratt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 Description
Meet at 9:15 for a 9:30am start. We will hike (was Kilbride side trail) to River and Ruin and loop. Some good hills so poles are recommended. Lunch afterwards.
- Afternoon Hike – Silver Creek area
4:30 PM-6:30 PM 04/23/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/afternoon-hike-silver-creek-area-3/2025-04-23/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 4:15 roadside on Fallbrook Trail at Silver Creek Conservation Area. 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 around the Roberts ST and Irwin Quarry ST and then cross the road to the main trail and around a couple of side trails that you may not have known were there.
| 24  Spencer Adventure 10:00 AM-1:00 PM 04/24/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/spencer-adventure/2025-04-24/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Christie Lake Conservation Area 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
Distance: Approx. 10 km. Description
Spencer Adventure is a hiking trail along Spencer Creek terminating at Websters Falls where the creek plunges over the falls to the gorge below. We will start our hike at Christie Lake and eventually follow the creek to Websters Falls. Along the way there are many interesting historical features including a grist mill and Upper Canada’s first pulp and paper mill as well as lovely natural sights. Expect to see some early Spring wildflowers. Bring water, a snack and sunscreen and poles if using. Parking fee or Conservation Area
| 25 | 26   Iroquoia City of Waterfalls Challenge – 2 Day Shuttle Hike – Members Only 6:45 AM 04/26/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/iroquoia-city-of-waterfalls-challenge-2-day-shuttle-hike-members-only/2025-04-26/  Hike open to BTC Members only. This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates:
2025-04-26, 2025-04-27 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: City of Waterfalls – Special Event Fundraiser
Location (Google Maps): Day 1:April 26th – Parking lot at Cityview Park off Kerns Rd. Enter from Dundas St. (capacity 50) 43.351747, -79.862195
Day 2: April 27th – Parking lot off Mud St providing access to the Mud Street Side Trail (capacity 30) Hike Leader(s): Kristy Goss Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 22-25 km per day Description
Welcome to Iroquoia, City of Waterfalls Challenge! This is a fundraiser challenge event. All funds raised go towards the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club to maintain the infrastructure of this beautiful section of trail and to “Preserve this ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever!” We also encourage participants to consider a membership with Conservation Hamilton
https://conservationhamilton.ca/hca-membership-pass/ And/or Conservation Halton (50%discount with BTC membership)
https://www.conservationhalton.ca/park-fees-membership-rates/ DAY 1: APRIL 26 – We will meet at Cityview Park and car shuttle to Spencer Gorge Parking Lot (Conservation Halton) and hike back. The cost at this parking lot is $16.50 per vehicle and driver plus $5.50 for each passenger. To be confirmed. Day 1 Distance (to be confirmed) 21-23km at a brisk pace, with opportunities to stop for photos & a break along the way. DAY 2: APRIL 27 – We will meet in the parking area off of Mud St and car shuttle to Artaban Rd Parking Lot (Conservation Hamilton) and hike back. The cost for this parking lot is $11.00 per vehicle. To be confirmed. Day 1 Distance (to be confirmed) 22-25km, with opportunities to stop for photos & a break along the way. Please ensure your vehicle is car shuttle ready by having a minimum of 4 seatbelts available – drivers do not pay for the parking. Please volunteer for this important component of this challenge or we can throw all the names into a hat. While we encourage carpooling to the start of the hike, please let the hike leader know if you’re planning to arrive with more than two people in your vehicle. This hike will be limited to 20 people including the hike leader so we will need at least 4 vehicles and one vehicle with 5 seatbelts to drive the drivers back at the end of the day. We will try to take as few vehicles as possible. On the second day, those who did not drive on the first day will be asked to drive. There will be short breaks along the way to admire the waterfalls on route and a short lunch. Please bring all the hiking items you require for a long day hike including 2l of water, snacks, lunch, first aid kit, rain gear if rain is forecast, plastic shower caps for your boots if muddy, bug spray, sunscreen, rimmed hat, poles (if you use them) and your camera for all the photo ops. Please ensure you are physically able to complete two long day hikes over two days – if you must drop out, you will have to arrange your own transportation back to your vehicle. There is public transportation, Uber, and taxi’s in the area. If you are concerned about whether you will be able to manage the distance over the two day period, it’s possible that you may need to wait until a 4 day version of this event is posted. The new badge will be presented to all participants who have completed the challenge at the end of the second day. Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
- *First Aid/CPR Course for active Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club Hike Leaders and Trail Maintenance Volunteers.
9:00 AM-5:00 AM 04/26/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/first-aid-cpr-course-for-active-iroquoia-bruce-trail-club-hike-leaders-and-trail-maintenance-volunteers/2025-04-26/  This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2025-04-26 at 09:00
2025-04-27 at Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Conservancy Offices Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Distance: N/A Description
This two-day course is for active volunteers who are regularly leading hikes or are involved with the Iroquoia Bruce trail maintenance program. This is a full weekend to receive your basic First Aid and CPR certification. The course is instructed by Scott Fraichine. The cost is covered by the BTC. Please do not register for this course unless you fully qualify as be the above.
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27 - Scotsdale Farm Duff Pit loop
9:30 AM-1:00 PM 04/27/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-duff-pit-loop-3/2025-04-27/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on 8th Line at 9:15 am (at the Great Esker Side Trail start) 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: 11 kms Description
Hiking the main trail and side trails: Great Esker, North Rim, Duff Pit, Reservoir, and Trafalgar Rd. Through forest and meadow and on rocks and roots. Come with water and a snack. I expect we’ll see some spring wildflowers.
| 28 - Dufferin Hi-Land End-to-End #2 of 4
8:30 AM-1:30 PM 04/28/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/dufferin-hi-land-end-to-end-2-of-4/2025-04-28/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): BTC Parking area km 28.3, 1st Line East 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, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 14.2 km Description
This is an end-to-end hiking series to complete the Dufferin Highlands section of the Bruce Trail in 4 hikes, join us for one, some or all. The hikes will be undertaken at a medium pace of approximately 4 km/hour for 13 – 15 kms each hike. Please consider your fitness level before registering, this is a group hike, and everyone is expected to keep pace with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. The weather can be changeable at this time of year, so dress in layers for any possibility. The terrain may be wet and slippery in sections, wear hiking boots and bring hiking poles. Bring a snack, plenty of water and other hydration as needed. We will be travelling from south to north over the series. The series will require car shuffles, and everyone will be expected to participate as drivers. Today’s hike, the second of four, will be 14.2 km in length. Please plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will start the car shuffle at 8:30 am sharp. Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.
| 29 | 30 - Good Companions – Waterfront-urban Hike
10:00 AM-12:30 PM 04/30/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/good-companions-waterfront-urban-hike/2025-04-30/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Park at the Royal Hamilton Yacht Club, on the harbour in the vicinity of where Bay Street North, MacNab Street North and Guise Street intersect. Hike Leader(s): Janina Vanderpost Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 8km Description
Meeting 9:45am for a 10am start, this hike will be a loop hike. This hike was intended as a winter hike and involves some urban walking. First we will head east along the newly developed waterfront toward the Haida ( last remaining WWII Tribal class destroyer in the world) is docked. We will proceed into Hamilton’s north end to visit a few historical sites including Christ’s Church Cathedral, proceding down James Street N past Liuna Station and the old Customs House. Then west to hike Bayfront Park Trails and return to RHYC. Lunch at RHYC.
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