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  • Paid Outing  Iroquoia E2E-in-TEN led by Jacqueline Van Dyke : Weekdays | Medium Hiking
    9:00 AM
    11/02/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2022-11-02 at 09:00
    2022-11-03 at 09:00
    2022-11-09 at 09:00
    2022-11-10 at 09:00
    2022-11-16 at 09:00
    2022-11-17 at 09:00
    2022-11-23 at 09:00
    2022-11-24 at 09:00
    2022-11-30 at 09:00
    2022-12-01 at 09:00

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Iroquoia E2E-in-Ten
    Location (Google Maps): Multiple Locations for Meeting Points / Parking and Starting Points. More details including GPS Coordinates and schedule routes will be provided to registered participants.

    Hike Leader(s): Jacqueline Van Dyke Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 10 Hikes ranging from 11 – 15.5km

    Description

    Introduction to the Iroquoia End-2-End In Ten Hike Series

    This series of 10 hikes will be led by Jacqueline Van Dyke (vdyke0946@gmail.com)

    This is a special series of 10 hikes with a new accomplishment badge. The registration fee includes the new special event badge, however, it will be up to a hiker who has not earned the badge in time to receive it on the last hike to arrange to pick up the badge or have it posted to them.

    The fee goes towards supporting the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club, which in turn supports the mission of the Bruce Trail Conservancy, which is: “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.”

    For the time being, registration for the Iroquoia E2E-in-Ten will be limited to members of the Bruce Trail Conservancy.  Hikers can belong to any section.

    maximum of 3 (of the 10) hikes can be self-completed as a result of scheduling challenges, but it is intended that this badge be earned while hiking as part of a group led by a certified hike leader.

    Please note there are no refunds!

    This particular set of 10 hikes is intended to be MEDIUM.  Please be honest about your degree of physical fitness prior to registration.

    TRANSPORTATION

    This series will be through hikes and will require car shuttling, you must be willing to drive or to be a passenger. Some parking locations require paid parking, and hikes that enter Halton Conservation Areas will require reservations.  The fee for the E2E-in-Ten does not cover any parking/entry fees for hikers who are not members of the Halton CA and/or Hamilton CA.  If the group has enough hikers who are members of a CA, those will be the cars chosen to park in those areas so as to minimize costs.  At least one hike starts at one CA and ends at another, so parking fees are unavoidable for non-CA members.

    OTHER GUIDELINES

    1. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike
    2. Please ensure you dress for forecasted weather and the terrain
    3. Wear sturdy footwear – hiking boots are strongly recommended. Standard running shoes are NOT recommended.  A fresh pair of socks is a delight halfway through a hike
    4. Hiking poles or a walking stick are optional but recommended
    5. Always carry I.D. and your health card
    6. Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated)
      A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer
    7. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent.  A hat is also highly recommended
    8. Bring your own first aid kit
    9. Masks are to be worn in vehicles
    10. Please leave dogs at home
    11. Current guidelines on group hiking apply: https://brucetrail.org/pages/explore-the-trail/hike-schedule

    Each hiker will receive full details on our routes, including where to meet and where we will shuttle to start our hike, closer to the start date.

  • Good Companions – Spring Valley – Ancaster
    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    11/02/2022

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    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

    Description

    We will follow the Spring Valley Trail, Martins Road, Headwaters Trail etc. in the western part of the Dundas Valley (if the Haudenosaunee deer hunt has started we will take trails east of Martins Road).  Bring water and a snack (poles would also be useful).  I cancel due to rain/snow 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 a few minutes before the 10:00am time since I will be leaving promptly at 10:00.

    If you need to cancel after the 4:00pm cut-off time, please inform me by email the day before the hike at tedbossence@sympatico.ca , or by text at (905) 334-8752 the morning of the hike.

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  • Hilton Falls Conservation Area Trails
    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    11/03/2022

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

    Hilton Falls Conservation Area parking lot, Campbellville Rd/Side Rd 5 East of Guelph Line Rd. Reservation required with valid Conservation pass or fee for parking.

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

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 13km

    Description

    We will hike the Beaver Dam loop and part of the Hilton Falls and Red Oak Trails at a brisk speed. There will an opportunity to visit the falls and stop for other sights along the way. Please bring water, a snack and appropriate layers for the weather.

    Contact Information: kjcapindale@gmail.com; Hike morning use cell (905)749-0914

    Baked goods can be expected 🙂

  • Sixteen Mile Creek Another Way
    10:00 AM-1:00 PM
    11/03/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Sixteen Mile Creek Valley, West of Neyagawa, North of Upper Middle Rd., South of Dundas St.

    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. 10 km.

    Description

    Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start in the southeast corner of River Glen Blvd. and Neyagawa Blvd., next to the baseball diamond. We will explore the trails on the east side of the Sixteen Mile Creek using a variety of trails. Bring a snack and water. Hiking poles may be useful. Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937. hikingrandma@ gmail.com

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  • Legs of Sydenham Nov. (Hike 1 of 2)
    9:00 AM-1:30 PM
    11/05/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): We will meet at parking Kemble Rock Rd north of Concession 21 at approx KM 141 Map 34

    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: 14KM +/-

    Description

    We will be doing 2 legs of Sydneham Section. See the mate hike to this on Sun Nov 6. Please join us for one hike or both. On this hike, we will meet at parking Kemble Rock Rd north of Concession 21 at approx KM 141 Map 34. We will car shuttle to parking on Colpoy’s Range Rd at approx. KM 153.7 (do not block Gate) and hike back to our meeting point for a total of approx. 14 KM. Please bring water, snack, lunch and appropriate layered clothing. Carpooling recommended do to limited parking.

    Hike leader: Karen Capindale-Smith, kjcapindale@gmail.com. Please use cell (905-749-0914) for hike morning cancellations.

    No Dogs Please. Please have masks for the car shuttle. Rain or Shine.

    Expect a baked good surprise!

  • Waterdown – North Burlington
    9:30 AM-3:45 PM
    11/05/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Red P Bruce Trail parking at south entrance City View Park (second left on Kerns Road coming south from Highway 5). Near km 76.9, BTC Map 9.

    Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 16.5 kms

    Description

    Join us on a hike from City View Park to No. 1 Sideroad and back on the Main Trail taking in all the Side Trails on the way too.  We will take in the famous Signal Hill and Fisher’s Pond.  There will be a lot of up and down in terms of the many valleys we will encounter and streams we will cross.  Happily, a lot of the trail is owned by the BTC – our donations in action!  Please bring 2L of water, a snack, a lunch, a smile and an appreciation of nature.  Please arrive at 9:15 to be ready to go by 9:30.

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  • Legs of Sydenham Nov. (hike 2 of 2)
    9:00 AM-2:30 PM
    11/06/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): For this hike, we will meet at parking at the Gap Access trail on Concession 14 at approx KM 123.3 Map 33

    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: 18KM +/-

    Description

    We will be doing 2 legs of Sydenham Section. See the mate hike to this on Sat Nov 5. Please join us for one hike or both. On this hike, we will meet at parking at the Gap Access trail on Concession 14 at approx KM 123.3 Map 33. We will car shuttle to parking Kemble Rock Rd north of Concession 21 at approx KM 14.1 Map 34 and hike back to our meeting point for a total of of approx 18 KM. Please bring water, snack, lunch and appropriate layered clothing. Carpooling recommended due to limited parking

    Hike leader: Karen Capindale-Smith, kjcapindale@gmail.com. Please use cell (905-749-0914) for hike morning cancellations.

    No Dogs Please. Please have masks for the car shuttle. Rain or Shine.

    Expect a baked good surprise!

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  • Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #1 of 5
    8:00 AM-4:00 AM
    11/07/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2022-11-07, 2022-11-08, 2022-11-22, 2022-11-23, 2022-11-24

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): For our first hike we will meet at Kingsbridge Park in Chippewa (located just upstream from the Falls) and will then carpool to the Butler’s Barrack’s parking lot on John Street East in NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE where we will begin hiking at 8:30. All meet times for this series of hikes will be 8:00AM because of the distances involved. We will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.

    Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 28.5km.

    Description

    This series of five hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a sustained 3.5 km./hr to 5.0 km./hr. pace for the day. The combined hike distances of 144 km. make this the longest hike offered by the Niagara Section and the equivalent of doing a sectional E2E for many of the other sections. It is in fact the longest side trail in the entire Bruce Trail Conservancy.  Although generally flat and almost entirely paved the speeds and distances involved (between 26 and 34 km. ) make this a difficult series. Hikers will be expected to wear proper hiking boots and clothing, because of  changing weather conditions and be carrying sufficient water and food for a full day of hiking.

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  • Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #2 of 5
    8:00 AM-4:00 AM
    11/08/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2022-11-08 at 08:00

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia

    Location (Google Maps): Our second meeting point will be at Old Fort Erie Parking lot in Fort Erie. We will then carpool to Kingsbridge Park in Chippawa to begin our hike. All meet times will be at 8:00AM and we will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.

    Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 28.5 km.

    Description

    This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a steady 3.5 km./hr. to 5.0 km./ hr. pace over relatively easy terrain but for extended distances. The hikes are therefore somewhat similar to sectional E2Es and good experience for those considering these hikes for next year, or hikers just wanting to stay in shape before the holidays. Despite being mainly over paved trail, hikers are expected to wear proper hiking clothes and hiking boots, due to changeable and probable wet weather conditions.  Hikers are also expected to carry sufficient water and food supplies for personal use, over an entire day of hiking, and a brief on trail lunch stop has been allowed for. Badges will be available for purchase by successful hikers upon completion of the series in N-O-T-L  ($10.00).

     

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  • Hilton Falls Ramble
    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    11/09/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area/Campbellville 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 – 10 km.

    Description

    Meet in the parking lot of Hilton Falls by 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. You will need to make a reservation through Conservation Halton Parks. Hilton Fall always pleases with its views across the reservoir and mostly easy trails through the forest. There will be one long hill to climb up into the area and another to go back down. Our route will take us to the falls and then onto a mountain bike trail (mostly flat with one small rocky section). Once we find the beautiful patch of Walking Fern we will retrace our steps back to the parking lot via some different trails. Bring water, a snack, sunscreen and hiking poles if using.
    Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

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  • Fall Colours in Dundas Valley
    10:00 AM-2:00 PM
    11/10/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area.
    Meet at the main parking lot near the Trail Centre.
    Entrance is off Governors Rd.

    Hike Leader(s): Phillip Armstrong 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

    We’ll do some of the lesser known trails that go along some of the ridges that give fine views over the valleys.

    Fall colours should be good so bring your camera

  • Evening HMCS Haida Hike
    6:30 PM-8:30 AM
    11/10/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Boat launch at Bayfront Park, Hamilton

    Hike Leader(s): Mike Gill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 6km

    Description

    It’s mid-week so come out and stretch your legs before the weekend.

    We’ll meet at the boat launch in Bayfront Park and walk around the peninsula and then over to the HMCS Haida and return to the parking lot.

    The walkway is well lit, however, it is an evening walk along a trail shared with bike riders.  I recommend wearing warm clothing with reflective strips and / or lighting.

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  • Lunch time loops
    12:30 PM-2:45 PM
    11/11/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area

    Hike Leader(s): Robert House Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 6KM

    Description

    Dundas Valley Conservation Area is a magnificent outdoor area consisting of over 40km (about 24.85 mi) of trails located minutes from the downtown core of Hamilton. Join us this Friday, November 11th at 12:30 as we explore the Dear Run loop, the Main loop, and the Headwaters trail to the Homestead Trail loop.  

    This will be a moderately paced hike totaling about 6KM. The hike should finish within 2 hours.  

    We will meet at the trail map sign in the main parking lot for the trail centre.  

    The gatehouse will be closed, entry is free if you have your HCA card or $11 if you do not have a membership. Only credit cards are accepted at the gate. 

    The trail is gravel or grass with some roots and rocks and some steep hills.  

    Bring snacks, a warm beverage, and weather-appropriate clothing. 

    Please arrive at 12:15 so we can start promptly at 12:30

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  • Beaver Valley End to End – 5 Days Start Nov 14-Finish Nov 18
    8:00 AM-3:00 PM
    11/14/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2022-11-14, 2022-11-15, 2022-11-16, 2022-11-17, 2022-11-18

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Special Event
    Location (Google Maps):

    Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt 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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 120km

    Description

    This is a Special Event Hike for an End to End of the Beaver Valley Section & is intended for those who wish to complete the entire section, which is about 120km, over 5 days. Approx 25km per day.
    pace will be brisk 4-5km an hour but no faster than than the speed of the sweep. Lots of time for photos and enjoyment of flora and fauna.
    Please bring minimum 2 litres of water and enough snacks and food for lunch and breaks.
    I will try to arrange for our badges on our last day of hiking.
    We will travel in north to south direction – starting in Blantyre and finishing in Swiss Meadows.
    Carpool driving will be shared amongst everyone in a fair manner.

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  • Mt. Nemo CA to Kilbride Public School, Map 10
    10:00 AM-2:00 PM
    11/17/2022

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

    Meet at the back of Kilbride Public School (by park and tennis courts). 6611 Panton St. (just off Kilbride st). Will be a shuttle to the Walker Line access to Mt. Nemo CA

    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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 12 km

    Description

    We will shuttle to Walkers Line access of Mt Nemo CA and follow main BT up escarpment into Conservation Area ( for lovely views of the countryside) and out along rural roads. We will continue on into Bronte Creek/Cedar Springs Valley. We will finish our hike climbing a strenuous stretch out of the valley and into the village of Kilbride. Driver(s) will be needed to drive back to starting point to recover shuttle car(s). Bring water, snacks, lunch and appropriate clothing layers for the weather. Drivers with Conservation pass may need a reservation to access the Mt Nemo CA parking lot.

    Hike Leader: Karen Capindale-Smith; kjcapindale@gmail.com; hike morning use cell (905) 749-0914.

    Baked goods can be expected 🙂

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  • Woolverton Wonderland (to Fifty Rd and Return-9km)
    9:30 AM-1:30 PM
    11/19/2022

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Top of Woolverton Rd. mountain access

    Hike Leader(s): Mike Gill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections
    Distance: 9km

    Description

    Enjoy the spectacular view from the top of the escarpment in Woolverton!  As we descend into the forest below we’ll marvel at the mature sugar maples and mossy boulders.

    This hike is rated moderate to strenuous due to the steep terrain with some unstable footing.  Proper footwear, adequate hydration and a snack are a must.  Bring icers in the event of inclement weather.

    Free parking is limited so please park perpendicular to the road at the top of the Woolverton Rd. access.  Please no dogs.

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  • Rattlesnake Point Loop
    9:30 AM-2:00 PM
    11/20/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area Parking Lot (Appleby Line 1km north of Derry 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: 15

    Description

    This will be a loop hike starting and ending on the Rattlesnake Point Side Trail.  We will hike along the main trail as well as the Crawford Lake Side Trail, the Canyon By-Pass Side Trail and the Leach Porter Side Trail to create a loop. Regular breaks, including a lunch break will be provided.  Bring a lunch, snacks and plenty of water.  Wear appropriate hiking footwear as there are rocky sections along the trail.  Parking reservations must be obtained from Conservation Halton.  Please arrive at 9:15 am as we will leave promptly at 9:30 am.  An optional pub stop will follow completion of the hike.

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  • Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #3 of 5
    8:00 AM-4:00 AM
    11/22/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2022-11-22

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia

    Location (Google Maps): Our third meeting point will be at Gateway Park, Lock #8, Port Colborne. We will then carpool to Fort Erie to begin our hike. All meet times will be at 8:00AM and we will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.

    Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 34 km+/-

    Description

    This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a steady 3.5 km./hr. to 5.0 km./ hr. pace over relatively easy terrain but for extended distances. The hikes are therefore somewhat similar to sectional E2Es and good experience for those considering these hikes for next year, or hikers just wanting to stay in shape before the holidays. Despite being mainly over paved trail, hikers are expected to wear proper hiking clothes and hiking boots, due to changeable and probable wet weather conditions.  Hikers are also expected to carry sufficient water and food supplies for personal use, over an entire day of hiking, and a brief on trail lunch stop has been allowed for. Badges will be available for purchase by successful hikers upon completion of the series in N-O-T-L  ($10.00).

     

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  • Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #4 of 5
    8:00 AM-4:00 AM
    11/23/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2022-11-23 at 08:00
    2022-11-24 at 08:00

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia

    Location (Google Maps): Our fourth meeting point will be a small unmarked parking lot on the north side of Glendale Avenue, just to the west of the Glendale Avenue Welland Canal bridge. We will then carpool to the Lock 8 Parking lot in Port Colborne to begin our hike. All meet times will be at 8:00AM and we will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.

    Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 33km. +/-

    Description

    This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a steady 3.5 km./hr. to 5.0 km./ hr. pace over relatively easy terrain but for extended distances. The hikes are therefore somewhat similar to sectional E2Es and good experience for those considering these hikes for next year, or hikers just wanting to stay in shape before the holidays. Despite being mainly over paved trail, hikers are expected to wear proper hiking clothes and hiking boots, due to changeable and probable wet weather conditions.  Hikers are also expected to carry sufficient water and food supplies for personal use, over an entire day of hiking, and a brief on trail lunch stop has been allowed for. Badges will be available for purchase by successful hikers upon completion of the series in N-O-T-L  ($10.00).

     

  • Good Companions – Chedoke Radial Trail and Scenic Drive Side Trail
    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    11/23/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Chedoke Golf Club Parking Lot – 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: 8 km

    Description

    We will walk up the Chedoke Radial Trail and into the Iroquoia Heights Conservation Area.  We will then loop back and follow the Scenic Drive Side Trail along the top of the escarpment and down either the Dundurn or Chedoke (Leader’s choice) escarpment stairs to the golf course parking lot.  You may wish to bring a mask for use on the stairs as the Chedoke stairs see high usage with people passing at very close distance.  Also bring water and a snack.  In case of rain/snow I will cancel the hike and notify you by email the evening before.  Please check your email.  If you must cancel after 4:00 pm on the Tuesday, please notify me by email at tedbossence@sympatico.ca on the Tuesday or by text on Wednesday morning at 905 334-8752.

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  • Greater Niagara Circle Route hike #5 of 5
    8:00 AM-4:00 AM
    11/24/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2022-11-24 at 08:00

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia

    Location (Google Maps): Our fifth meeting point will be at the Butler’s Barrack’s Parking Lot on John Street East in Niagara-on-the-Lake. We will then carpool to the parking lot on Glendale Avenue to begin our hike. All meet times will be at 8:00AM and we will be doing the circle in a clockwise progression.

    Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 26 km. +/-

    Description

    This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining a steady 3.5 km./hr. to 5.0 km./ hr. pace over relatively easy terrain but for extended distances. The hikes are therefore somewhat similar to sectional E2Es and good experience for those considering these hikes for next year, or hikers just wanting to stay in shape before the holidays. Despite being mainly over paved trail, hikers are expected to wear proper hiking clothes and hiking boots, due to changeable and probable wet weather conditions.  Hikers are also expected to carry sufficient water and food supplies for personal use, over an entire day of hiking, and a brief on trail lunch stop has been allowed for. Badges will be available for purchase by successful hikers upon completion of the series in N-O-T-L  ($10.00).

     

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  • 3rd Annual Dan Welsh Memorial Hike
    8:30 AM-11:30 AM
    11/25/2022

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot of Dundas Valley Conservation Area

    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: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: Approx 10km

    Description

    This is the 3rd anniversary of Dan’s passing and we will gather to hike in his memory. Please wear plaid. Donuts and coke will be complimentary/by donation. Proceeds to the Bruce Trail Conservancy.
    I’m checking to see if the Dan Welsh badges will also be available.
    Please bring enough water for a three hour hike and prepare for the weather. Please bring your icers just in case. This is a loop hike from the parking lot. After the hike, Coke and donuts will be available, tail-gate style.

    Well-behaved, leashed dogs will be allowed on this hike. Please be mindful of the other hikers and carry out all dog waste.

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  • Grimsby to MacDui Drive Shuttle Hike
    8:30 AM-12:30 PM
    11/26/2022

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General
    Location (Google Maps): Grimsby to MacDui Drive. Parking on MacDui Dr. at BTC Map km 15.7 Map 6 (29th edition)

    Hike Leader(s): Freddy Wang Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
    Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
    Distance: 16 km

    Description

    We will meet at the street parking on MacDui Drive, then shuttle to the Grimsby Lions Community Pool. From there, we will hike to the eastern boundary of the Iroquoia section and proceed west. The trail starts with a hike up the escarpment and some nice ridge views, followed by a 2 km road section along Ridge Rd. The trail then enters the Woolverton Conservation Area and follows the slope in a wooded area for the remainder of the trail back to our cars. Bring water, snacks, and clothing layers. Poles optional. Please arrive at 8:15 am as we will leave promptly at 8:30 am.

    Questions? Contact Hike leader – Freddy Wang – fwang175@gmail.com. 416-788-1567. 

    Please check email before leaving home. Hike may be cancelled due to weather. Please contact hike leader if you need to cancel last minute. Thank you.

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  • CANCELED – Limehouse Loop Hike
    9:30 AM-2:00 PM
    11/27/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Limehouse Parking Lot on Fifth Line

    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: 15 km

    Description

    CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN

    Starting at the Limehouse Parking Lot, the hike will follow the main trail, the Canada Goose Side Trail, the Ridge Side Trail and the Todd Bardes Meadowland Side Trail to form at 15 km loop.  There will be regular breaks, including a lunch stop along the way.  Bring snacks, a lunch and plenty of water.  Please arrive at 9:15 am as we will depart promptly at 9:30 am.  An optional pub stop will follow the hike.

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  • Paid Outing  Iroquoia E2Ein10 – Hikes 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 led by Bryon Robertson | Weekdays, Brisk
    8:00 AM-4:00 AM
    11/28/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2022-11-28, 2022-11-29, 2022-12-05, 2022-12-06, 2022-12-07

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Iroquoia E2E-in-Ten
    Location (Google Maps): Various locations throughout the Iroquoia section of the Bruce Trail

    Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: Varies by hike, 10 – 16km

    Description

    This series of hikes is geared toward the experienced hiker capable of maintaining an average hourly pace of at least 3.5 km./ hr.

    Each day will start with one of the odd-numbered hikes from the E2E-in-10.  At the end of the odd-numbered hike, hikers will enjoy a brief lunch stop, before those who wish to do the following even-numbered hike on the same day complete it.

    Those who do not complete the even-numbered hike on the same day will have the opportunity to do so with Bryon in the New Year.

     

    To register for Bryon’s E2E in 10, you must register and pay for THIS entry in the hike schedule, and then join the (free) waitlist for either :

    Same day even-numbered E2E in 10 hikes with Bryon

    New year even-numbered E2E in 10 hikes with Bryon

    Only those who have registered for this entry in the hike schedule will be accepted for an even-numbered series – others will be removed from the waitlist.

     

     

    Because of the distances involved for those completing two hikes per day (which will require 7-8 hours), hikers will meet each day at 8:00 AM. carpool to the start point and begin hiking by 8:30 each day.  No provision for dropouts (apart from ~midway, for those hiking even-numbered hikes in the new year) has been made and transportation in this instance will be the hiker’s personal responsibility.

    The terrain in some places is tough, and depending on weather conditions, could be slippery. Proper hiking boots and attire is therefore mandatory and hiking poles, rain gear, sufficient water, food and clothing in layers is advisable.

     

    This is a special series of 10 hikes with a new accomplishment badge. The registration fee includes the new special event badge, however, it will be up to a hiker who has not earned the badge in time to receive it on the last hike to arrange to pick up the badge or have it posted to them.

    The fee goes towards supporting the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club, which in turn supports the mission of the Bruce Trail Conservancy, which is: “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.”

    For the time being, registration for the Iroquoia E2E-in-Ten will be limited to members of the Bruce Trail Conservancy.  Hikers can belong to any section.

    maximum of 3 (of the 10) hikes can be self-completed as a result of scheduling challenges, but it is intended that this badge be earned while hiking as part of a group led by a certified hike leader.

    Please note there are no refunds!

    This particular set of 10 hikes is intended to be BRISK (where conditions safely allow)Please be honest about your degree of physical fitness prior to registration.

    TRANSPORTATION

    This series will be through hikes and will require car shuttling, you must be willing to drive or to be a passenger. Some parking locations require paid parking, and hikes that enter Halton Conservation Areas will require reservations.  The fee for the E2E-in-Ten does not cover any parking/entry fees for hikers who are not members of the Halton CA and/or Hamilton CA.  If the group has enough hikers who are members of a CA, those will be the cars chosen to park in those areas so as to minimize costs.  At least one hike starts at one CA and ends at another, so parking fees are unavoidable for non-CA members.

  • Iroquoia E2Ein10 – Hikes 2, 4, 6, 8 & 10 SAME DAY led by Bryon Robertson | Weekdays, Brisk
    8:00 AM-4:00 AM
    11/28/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2022-11-28, 2022-11-29, 2022-12-05, 2022-12-06, 2022-12-07

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Iroquoia E2E-in-Ten
    Location (Google Maps): Various locations throughout the Iroquoia section of the Bruce Trail

    Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: Varies by hike, 10 – 16km (total hike distance per day = up to 28km)

    Description

    This series of hikes is geared toward the very capable & experienced hiker capable of maintaining an average hourly pace of at least 3.5 km./ hr over the course of up to 28km.

    Please first register for Bryon’s odd-numbered hikes here

    And then join the waitlist on this hike listing.  Only those who have registered for Bryon’s odd-numbered E2E in 10 hikes will be moved off the waitlist and registered into an even-numbered series.

    If you prefer to do 10 hikes on 10 different days, please register for the even-numbered hikes in the new year.

     

    Each day will start with one of the odd-numbered hikes from the E2E-in-10.  At the end of the odd-numbered hike, hikers will enjoy a brief lunch stop, before those who wish to do the following even-numbered hike on the same day complete it.

    Those who do not complete the even-numbered hike on the same day will have the opportunity to do so with Bryon in the New Year.

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  • Terra Cotta Conservation Area
    9:30 AM-3:00 PM
    11/30/2022

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Hikers R Us
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at Roadside parking where the main Trail meets Heritage Road. Four hundred meters south of km 44.5 on Map 14 Ed. 30.0

    Hike Leader(s): Victoria Best 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: 15 km

    Description

    This is a loop hike on the Main Bruce Trail, the Terra Cotta Side Trail and the Rock Side Trail.
    The distance hiked will be reduced if weather is inclement.
    Dress appropriately for the weather and for slippery and rocky trail conditions. Bring lunch and water, hiking boots, and no dogs please.
    Please arrive 15 minutes before the hike start time of 9:30 AM. Register and cancel participation using the hiking schedule.

  • RBG North Shore Trail – Cancelled
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    11/30/2022

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot by the Pavillion at the RBG Nature Center (Arboretum) at 9:45am.

    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: about 6-7km

    Description

    Bring along water, snack and icers in case of snow.

    Parking fees apply.

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