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1 | 2 | 3  Sydenham E2E (includes small parts of South Peninsula & North Beaver Valley) 7:30 AM-2:00 PM 09/03/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/sydenham-e2e-includes-small-parts-of-south-peninsula-north-beaver-valley/2024-09-03/ Hike open to BTC Members only. This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-09-03 at 07:30
2024-09-04 at 07:30
2024-09-16 at 07:30
2024-09-17 at 07:30
2024-09-18 at 07:30
2024-09-23 at 07:30
2024-09-24 at 07:30
2024-09-25 at 07:30
2024-10-10 at 07:30 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Sydenham
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Bruce’s Caves parking lot – fee by Conservation Authority; capacity: 10 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: 21.1 km Description
Hikes are co-led by Heather Murch (Caledon Hills) & Steven White (Iroquoia) This is an opportunity to achieve a Sydenham E2E, donate to the Bruce Trail and earn a beautiful ‘stained glass’ badge. We are a group of friends who are hiking Cairn to Cairn starting after Labour Day and finishing before Christmas. We’ve decided this year to hike right through Club Boundaries. It helps us to maintain a more consistent number of km’s for each hike and it reduces the complexity of having to end at a certain spot (Club Boundary); which quite often don’t have parking right there. So, the schedule is a bit odd; but you are welcome to join us for the Sydenham section. We will generally be starting 10.7km in from the north end of Sydenham finishing those km’s a few weeks later as part of a hike through the trail-south boundary of the Peninsula Club (Wiarton). Study the calendar carefully as you won’t see an obvious pattern to the dates selected. 3-Sep-24
Sydenham
21.1 km 4-Sep-24
Sydenham
23.7 16-Sep-24
Sydenham
20.6 17-Sep-24
Sydenham
25.8 18-Sep-24
Sydenham
19.8 23-Sep-24
Sydenham
20.9 24-Sep-24
Sydenham
24.4 25-Sep-24
Sydenham
24.8 25-Sep-24
Beaver Valley
17.4 10-Oct-24
South Peninsula
12.9 10-Oct-24
North Sydenham
10.7
- Kelso Summit (reservation required)
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 09/03/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/kelso-summit-reservation-required/2024-09-03/ - Mt. Nemo to Kilbride
9:30 AM-1:30 PM 09/03/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mt-nemo-to-kilbride/2024-09-03/ 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 may need drivers to help with the shuttle and will be contacting hikers closer to the date to arrange rides, if needed. Drivers will need to be Halton Conservation Pass holders and ideally preregister a spot at the Mt Nemo parking lot. Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, 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. Morning of hike, I can be contacted by email (kjcapindale@gmail.com) or cell phone (905-749-0914).
| 4 - Good Companions – Spring Valley – Ancaster (note early starting time)
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 09/04/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/good-companions-spring-valley-ancaster-note-early-starting-time/2024-09-04/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Ancaster Little League Ball Park – Jerseyville Rd (across from the Ancaster Lions Outdoor Pool) – See map below Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence 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: 8 km Description
We will follow the Spring Valley Trail, Martins Road, Headwaters Trail etc. in the western part of the Dundas Valley . Bring sunscreen, bug repellant, water and a snack (poles would also be useful). If I cancel due to rain I will notify you by email no later than the night before, so please check your emails before you leave for the hike. Please arrive 10 minutes before the 9:30 am time since I will be leaving promptly at 9:30. I will send contact info the day before the hike for those who cancel after 4:00 pm the day before the hike.
| 5 | 6 - CANCELLED – Speyside Loops
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 09/06/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/speyside-loops-3/2024-09-06/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the end of 17 Sideroad, off Hwy 25, just north of Milton 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 3 loops including the main and 3 side trails. There are lots of rocks on this trail and some possible wet areas. Bring bug spray.
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8 - Terra Cotta/Heritage Road loop
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 09/08/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/terra-cotta-heritage-road-loop/2024-09-08/  Click here for more information or to register 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 bug spray/bug jacket and water and a snack, as needed.
| 9 | 10 - In/Out to Crawford Lake CA from Kilbride
9:30 AM-2:30 AM 09/10/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/in-out-to-crawford-lake-ca-from-kilbride/2024-09-10/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet behind Kilbride Public School (6611 Panton St.) by the tennis courts. Please remember to bring appropriate clothing/footwear, water, snacks and lunch. Expect some baked goods :). Morning of hike, i can be reached by email (kjcapindale@gmail.com) or by cell phone (905-749-0914). Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 16+/- km Description
We will leave the parking lot at 9:30 am SHARP via the NEW “Kilbride Pass” (Yippee) and enter the woods of Yaremko Nature Reserve. We will continue on the BT past the calcium pits over to Guelph Line where we will enter Crawford CA. Staying on the main BT we will make our way to the lookout over the Nassagaweya Canyon where we will stop for lunch (alternate if weather is bad is the Info Centre). We will use alternate trails where we can to make our way back to the cars.
- Afternoon Hike – Silver Creek area
4:30 PM-6:30 PM 09/10/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/afternoon-hike-silver-creek-area-2/2024-09-10/  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: 6 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. Bring bug spray/bug net and water.
| 11 - Scotsdale Farm the Easy Way
10:00 AM-12:30 PM 09/11/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-the-easy-way-2/2024-09-11/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Easy Does It Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm, 13807 Trafalgar Rd. N. 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. Description
Scotsdale Farm is one of my favourite places to hike. One can follow the main Bruce Trail over some rather challenging terrain or relax with some of the many side trails. We will follow the Bennett Side Trail east from the farm house and barn to where it meets 27th Sideroad and then return to the farm. Snack, lunch will be beside a pleasant creek. Meet in the main parking lot at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, a snack, sunscreen, insect repellent. Poles may be useful as there is one section with small rocks and tree roots. Depending on timing and the group I may extend the hike slightly. I will contact you a few days before the hike to give you contact information.
Leader: Anne Armstrong
| 12 | 13 - Stained Glass Badge – Hiking the Blue Mountains Section of the Bruce Trail: 3-Day Stained Glass Badge Fundraising Hike
8:30 AM-4:00 AM 09/13/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/stained-glass-badge-hiking-the-blue-mountains-section-of-the-bruce-trail-3-day-stained-glass-badge-fundraising-hike/2024-09-13/  This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-09-13 at 08:30
2024-09-14 at 08:30
2024-09-15 at 08:30 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Blue Mountains
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hike Leader(s): Robert House Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 70KM Description
Join us for a 3-day fundraising hike through the stunning Blue Mountains section of the Bruce Trail from September 13 to 15. This hike is an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature while supporting a great cause. We will meet each morning at 8:30 AM, aiming to begin our hike by 9:00 AM. This moderate hike will cover approximately 70 kilometers in total, with daily distances of around 25 km. Safety and Risks: Trail Conditions: The trail includes forest paths, rocky sections, and some steep inclines and descents. Sturdy hiking boots with good grip are essential to navigate the diverse trail conditions safely. Weather: September weather can be unpredictable. Be prepared for varying temperatures and possible rain. Bring appropriate clothing for layering and waterproof gear to stay dry and comfortable. Hydration and Nutrition: Carry sufficient water and high-energy snacks to stay hydrated and maintain energy levels throughout each day’s hike. Plan for regular breaks to rest and refuel. Wildlife: The Blue Mountain section is home to various wildlife, including deer and smaller mammals. Stay aware of your surroundings and do not approach or feed wildlife. Use bear bells and carry bear spray if advised by local authorities. Physical Preparedness: This hike is considered moderate, with some challenging sections. Ensure you are physically prepared for long days of hiking and able to handle a cumulative distance of 70 km over three days. By participating in this hike, you’ll not only experience the breathtaking scenery of the Blue Mountain section but also contribute to the Stained Glass Badge fundraising effort. Let’s come together to enjoy a safe and fulfilling hiking experience while making a positive impact!
| 14 - Iroquoia Club End-to-End – 4 days (Two concurrent weekends)
7:00 AM 09/14/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/iroquoia-club-end-to-end-4-days-two-concurrent-weekends-2/2024-09-14/  This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-09-14 at 07:00
2024-09-15 at 07:00
2024-09-21 at 07:00
2024-09-22 at 07:00 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Two different bus loading locations (one for each wknd) will be provided to registered hikers only. Unregistered hikers who show up will not be permitted to board the buses. Hike Leader(s): Parvinder Sachdeva Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions
Distance: 122km (30-35 each day) – Self-paced with checkpoint deadlines Description
Please join us for the annual Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club self-paced End-to-End. You can enjoy and complete the entire club distance of 122 km over four days (approximately 30-35km each day). Please be honest about your physical abilities. These 4 days are not recommended for new hikers or anyone who hasn’t completed these distances recently.
The registration fee is non-refundable. The hikes will traverse the varied and often strenuous terrain from Grimbsy in the south, to the 401 in Milton. You will pass many waterfalls and beautiful vistas. Checkpoint stations will be approximately every 10 km offering snacks, water refill, and assistance. Please bring your own First Aid Kit. The hike is $95 for members and $110 for non-members and includes bus transportation from the meeting point to the hike starting point, refreshments, parking, permit costs, and the official E2E badge. The fee is non-refundable. After costs, the proceeds go to the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club who supports The Bruce Trail Conservancy mission of “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.” Registration opens at 8am on April 1, 2024 for Bruce Trail Conservancy members only. You may be a member of any club. If any spots are still available after the first two weeks, registration will also be opened for non-members at a cost of $110. Like last year, it may be limited to only one bus. Details will be emailed to participants once registration is received. As mentioned, these are longer hikes and are not suitable for beginning hikers. For both events, hikers are expected to maintain an average pace of 4 km/hr (or more). Hikers will be required to reach each checkpoint on each day by a prescribed time in order to continue, and ensure everyone is off the trail before dark. Please be aware that volunteers are running this event and will be waiting. Space is limited, hikes go rain or shine, and no dogs are permitted on this event. For questions, please contact Parvinder Sachdeva at pavvysingh@gmail.com
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15 - Speyside to Vanderleck ST return
9:30 AM-11:30 AM 09/15/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/speyside-to-vanderleck-st-return/2024-09-15/  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
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 bug spray/bug net.
| 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 - Halton Agreement Forest
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 09/19/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/halton-agreement-forest-5/2024-09-19/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the corner of 10 Side Road and 4th Line, off Guelph Line, north of Campbellville. 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 several of the bike trails in a large loop. Expect rocks and roots but no major hills. Bring water and bug spray/bug net.
| 20 - Loop Hike #5 – Rattlesnake Point – Kelso
8:30 AM-2:30 AM 09/20/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/loop-hike-5-rattlesnake-point-kelso/2024-09-20/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Conservation Area – Reservations 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: 16 KM Description
Starting at Rattlesnake Conservation Area, we will follow the Rattlesnake Side Trail and the Main Trail to Kelso Conservation Area, make a loop via the Glen Eden Side Trail and return to the parking lot at Rattlesnake Point. Parking reservations are required, consult the Conservation Halton website for further information: https://www.conservationhalton.ca/parks/rattlesnake-point/. Bring plenty of water and a snack. Please arrive by 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.
| 21 - Geology Hike #1 – Rocklyn Creek
9:45 AM-1:00 PM 09/21/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/geology-hike-1-rocklyn-creek/2024-09-21/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land, Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley, Sydenham, Peninsula
Category: Geology Hike
Location (Google Maps): CAR SHUTTLE linear hike. Meet at BT roadside parking along St Vincent-Sydenham Townline north of Walters Falls between Sideroad 3 and Holland-Sydenham Townline. We will be taking some cars to start point at Blantyre and then hike west. Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 7.4 km Description
Join Beth Gilhespy and Carol Mullin on a special geology hike exploring the delightful Rocklyn Creek section, with its many dolostone and shale layers, deep forests, historic foundations and rocky outcrops. This is Hike #1 in the Geology Series (1 of 16 hikes). Copies of Beth’s book, “Walking through Time” will be available for purchase at the end of the hike. A special member’s only price of $37.00 , cash, cheque or etransfer. More details to come about the Sydenham Bruce Trail Geology Badge!
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22 | 23 - Loop Hikes # 6 – Glen Haffy
8:30 AM-2:30 AM 09/23/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/loop-hikes-6-glen-haffy/2024-09-23/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot off 7th Line, immediately East of Airport 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: 17 KM Description
Starting at the parking lot on 7th line, we will follow the Main trail into the Glen Haffy Conservation Area and return taking in Conservation area trails, which will form several loops. Please bring plenty of water and a snack. Please arrive by 8:15 am and we will depart promptly at 8:30 am.
- Afternoon Hike – Kilbride to Twiss Rd and back
4:30 PM 09/23/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/afternoon-hike-kilbride-to-twiss-rd-and-back/2024-09-23/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot at Kilbride Park, behind the school. 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: 6.5 kms Description
We will hike from Kilbride Park (on the new section of the main trail) to Twiss Road and then back. A fairly easy trail but some rocky sections near Twiss Rd. Bring bug spray.
| 24 | 25 | 26 - Mount Nemo Views
10:00 AM-12:30 PM 09/26/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mount-nemo-views-2/2024-09-26/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Mount Nemo Conservation Area, 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 6 – 7 km. Description
Mount Nemo provides some wonderful views from the top of the Niagara Escarpment, looking east to Mississauga, Toronto and north east to Milton and Rattlesnake Point. Join us as we hike the trails of Mount Nemo with its varied terrain from flat trails to negotiating rocky areas. Meet in the main parking lot of Mount Nemo CA on Guelph Line at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 start. Park reservation through Halton Parks is necessary for entry. Bring water, a snack, sunscreen and insect repellent. (Hopefully there won’t be any!) Hiking poles would be useful. An e-mail will be sent out a few days before the hike.
Leader: Anne Armstrong
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 Steeltown Stomp 2024 8:00 AM-4:00 AM 09/28/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/steeltown-stomp-2024/2024-09-28/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Steeltown Stomp
Location (Google Maps): Mohawk 4 Ice Centre, 710 Mountain Brow Blvd., Hamilton ON, L8T 5A9. Please park at the north end of the parking lot. Event Coordinator(s): Samar Smith Click here to contact Event Coordinator(s)
Event Start Times: 8:00 AM, 8:15 AM, 8:30 AM, 8:45 AM Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Fast – 5+ km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Hike approximately 23 kms and climb up and down approximately 2000 steps. Description
Looking for a distance and strength challenge? The Steeltown Stomp is just what you’ve been looking for! Climb up and down approximately 2000 steps of the escarpment stairs, and hike over 23 kilometres in the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club’s annual Steeltown Stomp. This is a self-guided hike along the Bruce Trail, the Escarpment Rail Trail, and the Chedoke Radial Trail, climbing up and down the 7 sets of stairs along the Hamilton Escarpment as you go. Everyone who completes the route and goes through the two checkpoints will earn the coveted Steeltown Stomp badge. Please Note: This is an arduous hike and requires a high level of fitness due to the stair climbing required. Fee: $35 fee includes checkpoint snacks, badge, and helps to support the Bruce Trail Conservancy in its mission to preserve a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever. Check in: At the registration booth set up at the north end of the parking lot of the Mohawk 4 Ice Centre. We have set up staggered start times – choose 8:00, 8:15, 8:30, or 8:45 when you register and you will start the hike as you are checked in. This is not a race, and you will not be timed. Checkpoints: Start and end at the Mohawk 4 Ice Centre. There is a turnaround checkpoint at the Chedoke Golf Course, and then you hike back to the starting point. Route: Follow the yellow blazes…special yellow blazes will be set up to mark the route. In addition, the route has been set up on the AllTrails app. If you have this downloaded on your phone, you can follow the route using the app. Outbound route … https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/steeltown-stomp-outbound-1-58c2ac6?u=m?u=m Inbound route … https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/steeltown-stomp-inbound-c89ca36?u=m What to bring: Bring your own water. You will be able to refill your own water bottles at public water fountains along the route. Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes (hiking boots are not necessary), and dress for the weather. Protect yourself from insects and sun. Safety Precautions: Normal hiker etiquette and safety precautions apply…https://brucetrail.org/explore-the-trail/#Bruce-Trail-101 Donations: If you are interested in contributing further to the BTC, please click here. FAQ’s: What if it rains? This is a rain or shine event. What if I need to drop out? As we are in an urban area, there are places to meet a taxi or a ride along the way. This must be arranged by you, the participant. If you have to drop out during the event, please let us know per the contact information below. How long will it take to finish? We estimate that the hike will take between 3 and 5 hours. Are dogs allowed? No. The stairs will be too crowded during this event. Contact: Leslie Ho at Steeltownstomp2024@gmail.com
- Mountains to Sea Greenway Friendship Trail – Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club
10:00 AM-2:00 PM 09/28/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mountains-to-sea-greenway-friendship-trail-iroquoia-bruce-trail-club/2024-09-28/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): City View Park off of Kerns Rd, Burlington. Enter off of Dundas St Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt 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, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: Approximately 10km Description
Welcome to the launch of the Mountains to Sea Greenway Friendship Trail. We will meet at City View park at 9:45 to check-in. There will be an unveiling ceremony for the friendship trail opening at 10:00am followed by the hike which will take us southbound to Grindstone Greek, turnaround and return to City View Park. The terrain is variable, a few hills. Pace will be leisurely. The hike will take us about 2.5- 3 hours. This section of the Bruce Trail is twinned with the Tefuye Historical Trail of the Mountains to Sea Greenway (MSTW) in Taiwan. Located in southwestern Taiwan, MSTW is a 177 km long-distance hike from Yanshuei River estuary to Mt. Jade, the highest peak in East Asia, at 3,952 meters above sea level. It spans across several forest biomes and aquatic ecosystems at different altitudes. It also links up Han culture, and Austronesian peoples such as Siraya, Tsou, and Bunun, making it a window into the cultural richness of Taiwan. Tefuye Historical Trail (MSTW 26) is 6.4 km long. The route was initially a hunting path used by the Tsou people. During the Japanese colonial rule (1895-1945), the Japanese built a railway along this historical trail to transport red cypress and Taiwan cypress logged in the Alishan area. Now there are remains of the old railway and wooden bridges along the trail. The blueprint of the MSTW began in 2007 as a grassroots river protection project, and in 2018, the forestry bureau, along with 13 government agencies along the MSTW, and Taiwan Thousand Miles Trail Association (TMI Trail) formed a cross-sector/inter-municipal collaboration to jointly promote and maintain the MSTW. You can find an English guidebook to the Mountains to Sea Greenway here. Mountains to Sea Greenway https://brucetrail.org/International-friendship-trails/
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29 - Geology Hike #2 Silent Valley
10:00 AM-12:45 PM 09/29/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/geology-hike-2-silent-valley/2024-09-29/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land, Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley, Sydenham, Peninsula
Category: Geology Hike
Location (Google Maps): BT roadside parking at dead end of 2nd Concession South, north of Grey Road 18. Map 30, ed. 31, near km 34.5, southern end of Silent Valley Sidetrail. You have an option to meet at the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound and carpool from there. Carol will meet there at 9:30 am. Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 5.7 km Description
Loop hike of Silent Valley. Geology Hike # 2 in series of 16 hikes from Beth’s newest book “Walking Through Time”. Join Beth Gilhespy and Carol Mullin for this exploration of Silent Valley. Fascinating escarpment geology along with ancient cedars, rare ferns, fossils and more ! Copies of Beth’s book, “Walking through Time” will be available for purchase at the end of the hike. A special member’s only price of $37.00 , cash, cheque or etransfer. A Sydenham Bruce Trail Geology Badge is being developed. More details to follow.
| 30 - Peninsula End to End – Stained Glass Fundraiser
8:30 AM-2:30 AM 09/30/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-end-to-end-stained-glass-fundraiser/2024-09-30/ Hike open to BTC Members only. This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-09-30 at 08:30
2024-10-01 at 07:30
2024-10-02 at 07:30
2024-10-03 at 07:30
2024-10-07 at 08:30
2024-10-08 at 07:30
2024-10-09 at 07:30
2024-10-10 at 07:30 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Peninsula
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): Halfway Dump Rd, Tobermory (Capacity 80) No reservation needed after Sept 2. 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: 24.4 Description
Hikes are co-led by Heather Murch (Caledon Hills) & Steven White (Iroquoia) This is an opportunity to achieve a Peninsula E2E badge (Heather) or donate to the Bruce Trail and earn a beautiful Peninsula E2E ‘stained glass’ badge (Steve). We are a group of friends who are hiking Cairn to Cairn starting after Labour Day and finishing before Christmas. We’ve decided this year to hike right through Club Boundaries. It helps us to maintain a more consistent number of km’s for each hike and it reduces the complexity of having to end at a certain spot (Club Boundary); which quite often don’t have parking right there.
We will generally be hiking the Peninsula section south; starting in Tobermory. We will hike 10.7 km into Sydenham (past Wiarton) on the last day.
You’re welcome to join us for the Peninsula section provided you can keep up to a pace that exceeds 4 km/hour. Rest of itinerary to be sent the week before our first hike. Hikers should wear layered clothing, hiking boots, poles, hat, and bring lunch, snacks, water, raingear
- Peninsula E2E
8:30 AM-1:30 PM 09/30/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-e2e/2024-09-30/ Hike open to BTC Members only. This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-09-30 at 08:30
2024-10-01 at 07:30
2024-10-02 at 07:30
2024-10-03 at 07:30
2024-10-07 at 08:30
2024-10-08 at 07:30
2024-10-09 at 07:30
2024-10-10 at 07:30 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Peninsula
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Halfway Dump (Capacity 80) No reservation needed after Sept 2. Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 24.4 km Description
Hikes are co-led by Heather Murch (Caledon Hills) & Steven White (Iroquoia) This is an opportunity to achieve a Peninsula E2E badge (Heather) or donate to the Bruce Trail and earn a beautiful Peninsula E2E ‘stained glass’ badge (Steve). We are a group of friends who are hiking Cairn to Cairn starting after Labour Day and finishing before Christmas. We’ve decided this year to hike right through Club Boundaries. It helps us to maintain a more consistent number of km’s for each hike and it reduces the complexity of having to end at a certain spot (Club Boundary); which quite often don’t have parking right there.
We will generally be hiking the Peninsula section southbound; starting in Tobermory. We will hike 10.7 km into Sydenham (past Wiarton) on the last day.
You’re welcome to join us for the Peninsula section provided you can keep up to a pace that exceeds 4 km/hour. Rest of itinerary to be sent the week before our first hike. Hikers should wear layered clothing, hiking boots, poles, hat, and bring lunch, snacks, water, raingear
- Loop Hike #7 – Tews Falls
8:30 AM-1:30 AM 09/30/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/loop-hike-7-tews-falls/2024-09-30/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rock Chapel Sanctuary parking lot. Fee required. Enter from Rock Chapel Road, 1.5 KM south of Highway 5, 1.8 KM west of Highway 6. 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 KM Description
From the parking lot, we will follow the Main trail and the Tews Falls Side Trail up to Tews Falls, returning via the Glen Ferguson Side Trail for a 13 KM loop. Bring plenty of water and a snack. Please arrive at 8:15 am as we will depart promptly at 8:30 am.
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