Iroquoia

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February
  • 02
    February 2, 2022

    Walter Bean Trail

    9:00 AM-3:30 PM
    02/02/2022
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Hikers R Us
    Location (Google Maps): Kolb Park, at the end of Centennial Ct, behind s.t.o.p. Restaurant Supply, off of Victoria St N in Kitchener.

    Hike Leader(s): Louise Langlais Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 12-18 km

    Description

    We will hike along the Grand River in Kitchener along the Walter Bean Trail.

    Cell: 519-222-4040, on day of hike. At other times, email is the best way to contact me (use the Contact the Hike Leader feature on the BTC web page). 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. During COVID, also bring hand sanitizer and a face mask. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early.

    If you are unable to attend, in addition to cancelling on the BTC hikes web page, please email me the day before, or text me if it is <2 hours before the hike. There is often a waiting list, so the more advance notice you give, the better.

  • 02
    February 2, 2022

    Crawford Lake Rambles

    10:00 AM-12:30 PM
    02/02/2022
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Good Companions
    Location (Google Maps): Crawford Lake Conservation Area, 3115 Conservation Rd. East of Guelph Line, North of Derry Rd.

    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. 9-10 km.

    Description

    Join in for a ramble around the trails of Crawford Lake Conservation Area, including the boardwalk around the lake and perhaps some snowshoe trails. A visit to the Iroquois Village is optional. Learn about some of the history of Crawford Lake. See great views from the lookout. Bring water, a snack, and poles if using. Icers may be necessary. A reservation is required. (Done through Halton Conservation Authority.)
    Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

  • 03
    February 3, 2022

    Westfield Village Hike

    10:30 AM-12:30 PM
    02/03/2022
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Thursday Group
    Location (Google Maps): Westfield Village

    Hike Leader(s): Cathie Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
    Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
    Distance: 6-8 kms

    Description

    This is a beginner level hike as mostly flat and approximately 6 kms at a moderate pace-So if you would like a Winter Stroll- meet at Westfield Village parking lot-free to HCA passholders-$15.50 per carload if not a member

    We will hike around the back of the village through the forest and over the covered bridge to the train station and then do a circular hike through the sugar bush and Westfield trails returning back through the main street of the pioneer village

    Bring Icers-bound to be icy patches, Wear appropriate clothing for the weather conditions, water, snack, hiking pole, hiking/ winter boots . Any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at cathiekygreen@gmail.com or text me at 416-931-2095

     

  • 06
    February 6, 2022

    Vanderleck Side Trail and Friends

    9:15 AM-3:30 PM
    02/06/2022
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    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: General Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Black P Bruce Trail parking at the end of 17 Sideroad east of Highway 25. BTC Map 12 near km 14.1. Take Highway 25 north from the 401 then turn right on 17 Sideroad and proceed to the end of the road.

    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, Slippery Sections Likely
    Distance: 14.5 kms

    Description

    Join us for a lovely winter walk in the snow through the Speyside woods.  We will hike a number of side trails and the Main Trail connecting them all.  Happily, much of the land we will pass through is owned by the Bruce Trail Conservancy.  Money well spent.  Please bring icers, mitts, two hot drinks, a snack, a lunch and a smile.  Be prepared to be serenaded.  Uncle Phill will be joining us.  Don’t forget to bring your own first aid kit and to review the BTC website in terms of winter hiking generally and what should be in your backpack.  Please arrive at 9 am for a 9:15 start.

  • 09
    February 9, 2022

    Trail Centre to Sherman Falls

    9:00 AM-1:00 PM
    02/09/2022
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    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Hosting Club: Iroquoia
    Category: Hikers R Us
    Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Trail Centre parking lot

    Hike Leader(s): Wayne Riley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

    Description

    We will meet at the main parking lot of the Dundas Valley Trail Centre 43.248410  79.993747

    We will hike the main trail to Sherman Falls and loop back to the parking lot. 12 to 14 K

    Bring lunch, water, icers, hiking boots, no dogs please.

    RSVP using the hiking calendar.

    Cancellations the morning of the hike call 289 456 3498