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To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 06September 6, 2023
Good Companions - Dundas Driving Park to Tews Falls and Return
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/good-companions-dundas-driving-park-to-tews-falls-and-return-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):Dundas Driving Park – Main parking area – 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: 7.5 kmDescription
We will walk, following city streets, to the Tews Falls Side trail. We will ascend the escarpment and onwards to view Tews Falls. We will then return with a stop at the Dundas Peak Viewpoint and retrace our steps back to the Dundas Driving Park. Bring water, sunscreen, bug repellant and a snack. Hiking poles recommended. Please arrive at the car park by 8:50 am in order to be walking by 9:00 am (note the earlier start time). If you must cancel after 3:00 pm on Tuesday Sept 5, please inform me by text at 905 334-8752 or email at tedbossence@sympatico.ca . I will inform you if the hike is cancelled due to rain. Please check your email the evening before the hike. - 07September 7, 2023
RattlesnakePoint Loop
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Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area, Appleby LineHike 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. 8 – 9 km.Description
Join us to hike the trails of Rattlesnake Point. Our trails follow the escarpment heights and the canyon between Crawford Lake and Rattlesnake Point Conservation Areas. There is one long descent into the canyon and another more gentle ascent back to the top. Meet in the LOWER parking lot of the conservation area at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent and poles if using. A registration is required to enter the conservation area.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com - 07September 7, 2023
Friendship Trail (City View Park to Grindstone Creek Loop)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/friendship-trail-city-view-park-to-grindstone-creek-loop-4/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps):Meet at City View Park parking lot (South Entrance), Burlington. Located just south of Hwy #5 off of Kerns Rd.
Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 10km +Description
This 10.5 km hike will follow the main BT along the edge of the escarpment for great views of the Skyway bridge , Lake Ontario and surrounding area. We will continue to the outskirts of Waterdown and down into/out of the Grindstone Creek via the McNally and Waterdown Rd Side trails and main BT. Please dress in layers and bring water, a snack and lunch. Hike leader: Karen Capindale-Smith, kjcapindale@gmail.com. Please use cell (905-749-0914) for hike morning cancellations.Expect baked goods 🙂
- 10September 10, 2023
Terra Cotta Loop
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Heritage RoadHike 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 kDescription
Starting from the roadside parking, the hike will follow the main trail, the Terra Cotta Side Trail, and the Rockside Side Trail to form a loop. Regular breaks and a lunch stop will be included. Bring snacks, lunch and plenty of water. Please arrive at 9:15 am as we will depart promptly at 9:30 am. - 10September 10, 2023
Canada Goose/Limehouse Bruce Trail Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/canada-goose-limehouse-bruce-trail-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Main Trail to Canada Goose Side Trail through to the Limehouse Conservation.Hike Leader(s): Anita Bergsma Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10.3Description
Join us for a beautiful hike of the Main Trail to the Canada goose Side Trail through to the Limehouse Conservation, looping back to the start point on September 10th, 2023. It will be a 10.3km at a medium pace with moderate terrain, paths and road.Meet at 9:45am Sharp to get ready and hike in at 10:00am.Duration: 2.5 hoursThere is plenty parking is on the shoulder of 4th Line . Please do not park in the garage parking lot.
The community of Limehouse was first settled in 1820. By the 1840’s limestone quarrying and “burning” of limestone in kilns to make lime, had begun. The Grand Trunk Railway built its line through Limehouse in 1856 which required 200 workers and their families to settle in the area. Discover the geological heart of the area known as the “Hole in the Wall” where a ladder leads to cracks in the escarpment rock. Experience the past as you walk by remnants of the lime industry. Stand before huge lime kilns and the old powder-house.
Also a great hike for those that would like to start hiking and looking for an introduction to hiking.Please wear hiking boots, bug spray, hat, backpack with water and snacks. Hiking poles are great for balance but optional. Wear long pants and long sleeve shirt as mosquitos and ticks have been bad.