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  • Up the Iroquoia! Hike 1 – Kelso
    9:30 AM-2:30 PM
    11/01/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Kelso Conservation Area parking lot near the Halton Region Museum just southwest of km 120.2, BTC Map 11, 30th Ed.
    Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 10 km with an optional additional 4.5 km.

    Description

    Join us for an Iroquoia pop-up hike – the first in the “Up the Iroquoia!” series of hikes exploring the mighty Iroquoia Section of the Bruce Trail.  We will take in the magnificent heights of Kelso in a combination loop/”in-and-out”.  The main hike is 10 kms which will take us back to the cars where folks can drop out if they so desire.  The more intrepid among us will grasp the nettle firmly and head to the Hilton Falls parking lot and back (4.5 kms).  Participants must navigate their own way through the Conservation Halton website to make at least two back-to-back two-hour reservations (4 hours total) if they opt for the 10 kms.  Three two-hour back-to-back reservations suggested if the 15 km hike is chosen.  Halton Conservation annual pass membership strongly recommended as we will be hiking other Halton Conservation trails in the weeks ahead.  Please don’t forget the Daylight Savings Time change the day of the hike.  Hiking boots mandatory.  Bring plenty of liquids, a snack and a lunch.  Your own song and singing on the trail optional.  Beatles preferred.  Godspeed.

  • Dundas Valley Main Loop
    1:30 PM-2:45 PM
    11/01/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area, Meet at the Trail Centre, outside at picnic tables.
    Hike Leader(s): Allan Meyer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing

    Description

    Pleasant hike that should get a little sweat going.  A chance to see the Valley in all its fall glory.  Please dress for the weather.  the outdoor site offers some protection from the weather and a good place to gather.  We may add on Deer Run Trail, lets see.

    Please feel free to bring your dog (on leash).  It might be a good idea to bring hiking stick as trail can be slippery.

    Please meet at the Trail Centre, outside

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  • Thursday Group – Hidden Valley/Grindstone Creek
    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    11/05/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at Hidden Valley Park in west Burlington – intersection of Hidden Valley Road and Lemonville Road.
    Hike Leader(s): Terry Rose 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

    We will hike along the east side of Grindstone Creek to the Norman Pearson Side Trail. From there we will return via the main trail and the west side of the creek to Lemonville Road. BTC Map 9. Please note that this hike is open to BTC members only and you are required to pre-register online. When you register you will be sent a list of items to bring and protocols to follow.

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  • Speyside Loops
    9:00 AM-2:30 PM
    11/08/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Pear Tree Parking Lot at km 11.4 BTC Map 12, 30th Ed. From the 401 proceed north on Hwy #25 then turn left at 15 Sideroad.
    Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law 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: 18 km.

    Description

    Rocky but rewarding hike in peaceful woodland.  Some road walking.  We will take in the Main Trail and part of the Canada Goose ST, the Vanderleck ST and the Al Shaw ST.  Please bring a lunch, water, and a warm drink.  Hiking boots essential.

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  • 14 Mile Creek
    10:00 AM-1:30 PM
    11/12/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Staring at Glen Abbey Rec Centre
    Hike Leader(s): Norman Young Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 13km

    Description

    Meet at the south end of Glen Abbey Rec Centre. We will do a loop hike using various town trails and the rougher trail along the creek. You must be self sufficient. Remember your mask, sanitizer, water, snack/lunch, poles etc. You must be self sufficient.
    Leader: Norman Young mny176@outloook.com 905 845 0939 Cell 905 330 6605

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  • Night Hike/Halloween Hike – Nov 13 – Meet at 4:45pm – Woodend Conservation Area Hike starts at 5pm
    5:00 PM-7:00 PM
    11/13/2020

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
    Category: Special Event
    Location (Google Maps): Woodend Conservation Area
    Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt 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: 7-8km

    Description

    This hike is another chance to obtain the hikes required for the coveted Halloween badge and will incorporate both a Night Hike and a Halloween Hike. You may use this hike toward both badges as it’s a sanctioned “Double Dip!”

    We will start at Woodend Conservation Area and make our way over to the Screaming Tunnel on the main trail, some of which is newly opened trail.
    Please wear a Halloween costume or hat must be worn as you are to include a photo (selfie) with your log.
    Please bring a head lamp as we will finish under darkness. 
    Limited to a total of 15 hikers including the leader. All hikers must be registered; please do not show up for the hike as an unregistered participant. 

    This hike is subject to the regulations for Covid19. Please familiarize yourself with the current rules: https://brucetrail.org/pages/explore-the-trail/hike-schedule#guidelines

     

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  • Silver Creek & Great Esker
    8:30 AM-12:30 PM
    11/14/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Parking in the laneway where the Bennett Heritage Trail crosses Eighth Line. GPS Coordinates: (43.692270 -79.983387). From Trafalgar Road northwest of Georgetown, turn right onto 27 Sideroad, which bends to the left onto Eighth Line. Stay on Eighth line until you see the laneway on the left-hand side. (Bruce Trail Reference, Map 13)
    Hike Leader(s): Douglas Boyce 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: 14 km

    Description

    A loop hike in Silver Creek Conservation Area, including the Great Esker Side Trail. We will hike at a brisk pace, stopping once or twice for a snack break. Bring snacks and water.

  • Gentle Hike/Crawford Lake
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    11/14/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Crawford Lake Conservation Area/Guelph Line

    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: Approx. 7 km.

    Description

    Crawford Lake is always a lovely area to hike, with its meromictic lake, escarpment views and Indian village. This hike is open to BTC members only and you must pre-register. Once you have registered you will receive a list of items to bring and Covid protocols. You must also register for a booking to get into Crawford Lake. Once you have registered for this hike with BTC immediately go to the Conservation Halton website to register for a 10:00 am. time slot. You may find that you will have to do this closer to the date of the hike. You need to get a time slot that matches that start time of the hike. Bring a snack and water.
    Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937

  • Night Hike/Halloween Hike – Meet at 4:45pm for a 5pm start from the DeCew House parking lot 500m west of Merrittville Hwy
    5:00 PM-7:00 PM
    11/14/2020

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
    Category: Special Event
    Location (Google Maps): De Cew House at the First Nations Peace Monument
    Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 5-6km

    Description

    This hike is another chance to obtain the hikes required for the coveted Halloween badge and will incorporate both a Night Hike and a Halloween Hike. You may use this hike toward both badges as it’s a sanctioned “Double Dip!”

    We will start at the parking lot and make our way on the Bert Lowe Side Trail, through the tunnel at the 406 Hwy and continue along Lake Gibson and the Power Canal, turnaround and make our way back.
    Please bring a head lamp as we will finish under darkness. 
    Limited to a total of 15 hikers including the leader. All hikers must be registered; please do not show up for the hike as an unregistered participant. 

    This hike is subject to the regulations for Covid19. Please familiarize yourself with the current rules: https://brucetrail.org/pages/explore-the-trail/hike-schedule#guidelines

     

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  • Fletcher Creek
    9:00 AM-1:00 AM
    11/16/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Happy Wanderers
    Location (Google Maps): Concession Road 7, north of Gore Road, Puslinch

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing

    Description

    he Fletcher Creek Ecological Preserve is a unique natural area. The area is 414 acres in size and is located at the headwaters of the Spencer Creek Watershed. The area is an important groundwater recharge area and is considered a provincially significant wetland.

    An abandoned quarry at the site was rehabilitated, resulting in the creation of a rare type of wetland. Environmental improvements to the area resulting from the restoration are significant and include the expansion of a fen plant community — the rarest form of wetland in Ontario — creation of additional habitat for rare plants and animals already in the area, a new breeding area for leopard frogs, snakes, and a variety of small mammals, such as groundhogs, foxes and bats. A mix of coniferous and deciduous trees will create a canopy that, over time, will provide valuable shelter for wintering birds and mammals. The area contains a trail system and interpretive panels.

    Hike Leader: Louise Langlais;  Email:  langlaislouise@gmail.com.  Cell: 519-222-4040 on day of hike. At other times, email is the best way to contact me. Wear appropriate quick-dry clothing and hiking boots. Bring sunscreen, insect repellent (summer), icers (winter), snacks, lunch, a personal first aid kit, and 1-2 litres of water. Please email me at least 24 hours before the hike to register. Sometimes last minute changes are made to hikes; registering means you won’t be waiting around the meeting place not knowing why no-one else is there! For personalized driving directions, just copy and paste the GPS coordinates into a Google search window and voila!

  • Iroquoia Club General Hike
    9:30 AM-11:30 AM
    11/16/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps):

    Chedoke Golf course parking lot Hamilton.

    Hike Leader(s): Daljeet Juneja 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 to 10 km

    Description

  • Iroquoia Club General Hike
    9:30 AM-11:30 AM
    11/16/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Chedoke Golf course , Hamilton
    Hike Leader(s): Daljeet Juneja Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing

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  • – Bronte Park in and out
    9:30 AM-1:30 AM
    11/18/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Hikers R Us
    Location (Google Maps): Starting at Valley Ridge Park, Oakville
    Hike Leader(s): Norman Young Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 14 km

    Description

    Bring water, snack, etc   YOU ARE TO BE SELF SUFGFICIENT .  Mask and sanitizer must be with you

  • Good Companions/Christie Lake Loops
    10:00 AM-1:30 PM
    11/18/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Christie Lake Conservation Area Hamilton
    Hike Leader(s): Janina Vanderpost Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 10km

    Description

    Meet in the parking lot to the right after entering the Christie Lake Conservation Area main entrance off Hwy 5 (Dundas Street).  Entry fee or Hamilton Conservation Authority pass required.  We will hike a number of the trails at Christie Lake, including the “around the lake” trail.  Please bring hiking boots, water, a snack.  Register by clicking on the hike in the hike schedule.  Hike Leader: Janina Vanderpost  kayakhiker1@gmail.com

     

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  • Thursday Group/Twiss Rd (Calcium Pits) to Crawford Lake CA (In/Out)
    10:00 AM-1:30 PM
    11/19/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Park and meet on Twiss Rd where the BT crosses. Parking is just south of Camp Manitou and just north of the very steep hairpin hill.
    Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: approx. 12km

    Description

    We will hike the main trail to the Lookout at Crawford Lake CA. We will return via a combination of side trails and conservation trails. Please remember to bring water, a snack, lunch, a mask and hand sanitizer. Please note that Covid-19 Protocol will be in full effect and that sharing will not be permitted.

    Please contact Karen Capindale-Smith (Hike Leader) at kjcapindale@gmail.com or (905)749-0914 with questions.

     

     

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  • #6 Hwy to Smokey Hollow
    9:00 AM-2:00 PM
    11/23/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Happy Wanderers
    Location (Google Maps): Old Guelph Rd side trail map 9 66.0 marker N43.307417 W79.911580
    BE CAREFUL USING THE GPS CO-ORDINATES, THEY MAY TAKE YOU DOWN #6 HWY, NOT OLD GUELPH RD

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 14 km

    Description

    We will head east on the main trail from the parking area to Smokey Hollow and return. We are using this starting point due to the lack of parking at Smokey Hollow

    Starting point is at the end of Old Guelph RD

    Hike leader: Wayne Riley   RSVP thru the hike calendar

    Bring water, lunch, hiking boots, no dogs please. Cancellations the morning of the hike: 289-456-3498

    HAND SANITIZER AND MASK ARE REQUIRED ( mask is not mandatory to wear but must be available)

  • Iroquoia Club General Hike
    9:30 AM-11:30 AM
    11/23/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Chedoke Golf course parking lot, Hamilton.
    Hike Leader(s): Daljeet Juneja Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing

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  • Waterdown City park to Smokey Hollow
    9:00 AM-2:00 PM
    11/25/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Hikers R Us
    Location (Google Maps): City View Park SOUTH parking lot off of Kerns Rd which runs south from #5 hwy

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 12 km

    Description

    We will head east from the parking lot returning  using the Ian Reid and King Rd side trails and on to Smokey Hollow then return to the parking lot. The new starting lot is due to the lack of space at Smokey Hollow.

    Hike leader: Wayne Riley   RSVP thru the hike calendar

    Cancellations the morning of the hike: 289-456-3498

    Bring lunch, water, no dogs please, Hiking boots required

    HAND SANITIZER AND MASKS ARE MANATORY  ( mask is not mandatory to wear but must be available )

  • Good Companions RBG North Shore Trails Hike
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    11/25/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): RBG North Shore Trails
    Hike Leader(s): Linda Robinson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 7-8KM

    Description

    Meet at the Nature Interpretive Centre at the RBG Arboretum. Parking is available and free to RBG members. Non-members must pay a fee to park. This hike is open to BTC members only and you are required to pre-register online. Once you are registered you will be sent a list of items to bring and protocols to follow.

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  • Red Hill Valley
    8:30 AM-12:30 PM
    11/28/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Parking at Paramount Park (1170 Paramount Drive), on East Hamilton escarpment. GPS Coordinates: (43.203023 -79.799399). From the Red Hill Valley Parkway, exit onto Mud Street. At the first set of lights, turn left onto Winterberry Drive, which becomes Paramount Drive. After the bend to the right, look for the park on your left-hand side. (Bruce Trail Reference, Map 7)
    Hike Leader(s): Douglas Boyce 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: 15 km

    Description

    We will hike into the Red Hill Valley and back along the Main Bruce Trail, with some loops using the Mountain Brow and Red Hill Creek side trails and the Escarpment Rail Trail. If there are icy/wintry conditions, you will need icers, and poles recommended. We will hike at a brisk pace, stopping once or twice for a snack break. Bring snacks and water.

  • Pop Up Scotsdale Farm
    9:00 AM-3:30 PM
    11/28/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm parking lot off Trafalgar Road on the Bennett Heritage Side Trail (BTC Map 13)
    Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 18 kms

    Description

    Join us for an 18 km walk in the woods on the Bennett Heritage ST, the Roberts ST, the Irwin Quarry ST, the Great Esker ST and the Main Trail connecting them all.  Please bring a lunch, a snack, a warm drink and icers (just in case).  Covid protocols will be respected.  Please arrive at 8:45 for a 9 am start.  Hiking boots a must and poles strongly recommended.

  • Halton Agreement Forest Loop
    10:00 AM-1:45 PM
    11/28/2020

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at the North East Corner of the Mohawk Elements Casino parking Area. The Casino is on Guelph Line just North of highway 401.
    Hike Leader(s): Phillip Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
    Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 8km

    Description

    This hike uses a combination of hiking and biking trails in the Halton Agreement Forest. It will take us to Hilton Falls and back in a circular route.

    Bring snacks/lunch water and poles if you use them. The hike is for BTC members only although you can bring a guest. Please pre register online. You will receive a list of items to bring and Covid protocols.

    Leader: Phill Armstrong,  hikingrandpa@gmail.com 416 895 3937

     

     

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