Iroquoia

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Christie Lake Conservation Area largest parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10-11k (approximate)

Description

Drive straight in from entrance, main parking lot to your right turn from stop sign at T junction. Either Hamilton Conservation Area membership or parking fees apply. Loop of lake as well as an upstream extension across the road, exact route may vary. Wear boots or strong footwear. One side of loop flat, other has some moderate hills. Prepare for variable conditions and footing if wet conditions, easy in ideal conditions. Dress in layers appropriate to weather. Bring water and snack. Hike leaves at 10am.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Grimsby – Casablanca Carpool – GoBus Parking Lot

Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5-8km

Description

Have you ever seen an Earthstar mushroom? Have you ever seen a fairy ring of them? Hopefully, depending on the growing conditions this fall, we will see both on this special tour of Niagara Falls.

Please join Karen B and I for this magical outing.
We will meet in the carpool parking lot in Grimsby at 8:45am and proceed in one vehicle to Niagara Falls. From there, we will proceed to the Niagara Parks Floral Showcase https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/nature-garden/floral-showhouse/ where we will tour the gardens and search for the elusive and seldom seen Earthstar mushrooms. The Art of Mosaïculture in the outdoor garden is on and we will tour the greenhouse, as well. Afterwards we can proceed to view the falls and walk along the promenade then make our way back. There is a fee to enter the Floral Showcase and shared expense for gas. Parking is arranged.  If enough people would also like to tour the tunnel, we could also take that in. https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/attractions/niagara-parks-power-station/the-tunnel-niagara-falls

We may also head over to https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/nature-garden/dufferin-islands/

Depending on interest, we will increase the number of participants for this outing. Parking for the second vehicle would be a shared expense.
Please arrive 15 minutes early at the carpool parking lot. Please bring enough water and snacks for a leisurely hike. Bring your lunch, too, and we will find a spot for a picnic.

If anyone would like to meet us in the Parking lot at Niagara Falls, please register for the hike but let me know you will meet us there. I know there are many people who have the annual parking passes.
Photo of an Earthstar mushroom  by L. O’Shea used with permission.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Burlington Centre Library 2331 New Street Back parking lot by the park

Hike Leader(s): Gayle Laws Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

Meeting at the Burlington Central Library, we will walk down to the Centennial Trail, then further south to the waterfront trail, to the lighthouse and back.  Wear layers as it may be windy.    The walk will be cancelled if raining.  Come and enjoy some conversation as we gaze over Lake Ontario, along Burlington Beach.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet and park at the Mono Community Centre (200 m south of Mono Centre (County Road 8)) near the end of the Caledon section, we carpool to km 61.3.

Hike Leader(s): Susan Glofcheskie 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

Join us for this Caledon E2E in 5 sections.  Sign up for all 5 sections (to be entitled to the badge) or only the ones you are available for.

Please bring 2 litres of water, a snack, bug spray, sunscreen, a personal first-aid kit and appropriate clothing.  Hiking boots/shoes are mandatory and poles are suggested.

Please arrive by 8 am, so we can leave at 8:15 am to shuttle to our starting point.

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Hike open to BTC Members only.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Snug Harbour Resort and Frontenac Provincial Park

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: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 5km – 21km

Description

This is a special, 4 day,3 night trip to Frontenac Provincial Park. This special hiking event is a series of 6 loop hikes called the Frontenac Trek held in Frontenac Provincial Park each year. Frontenac Provincial Park is about 3.5 hours from Toronto and an hour north of Kingston. The 6 loops are from 5km to about 14km not including the trail to access the trail head. Our daily distance on one of our hiking days will be about 21km which is two loops combined. Each of the 6 loops has a special code word which you keep track of to submit for a badge. The cost for registering for the Trek in 2023 was $5. This includes a badge and certificate for your first trek. A self-addressed 9×12”stamped envelope must be left at the park office if you want a badge/certificate.

Accommodation is at Snug Harbour Resort, a short distance from the park. Three shareable cabins (#2, – 5 bds,  #11 – 4 bds, & #12 – 4bds) have been blocked off for the Bruce Trail hikers. Please contact Rob at relax@snugharbour.on.ca. Choose one of the cabins or another one of your choosing if another is available. http://snugharbour.on.ca/accommodations.htm. Check in is October 15, 2024 Check out is October 18, 2024.

Once you register, please let me know if you want your name shared with others to share your cabin. The rate is per cabin plus tax no matter if there is one or more sharing. This rate also includes access to boats (at your own risk), fire pits and GBBQs as needed.

Check in is October 15/24 and check out is October 18/24 or you may stay longer if you wish. Let Rob know you are with the Bruce Trail Group. He has agreed to give us a favourable rate ($110 +tx)  as well as access to resort amenities without charge. You may also choose to stay elsewhere. Parking fees at the Frontenac Provincial Park also apply. Since we hike the first day, please check-in first and we’ll carpool from Snug Harbour over to the park to complete our first loop.  Parking fees and reservations apply to all vehicles and everyone will need a pass for the last day of hiking as most people drive straight home after our last hike. Borrowing a park pass from your local library, if available, or purchasing an annual pass, is encouraged. https://www.ontarioparks.com/fees/dayuse/2024
Purchase of the Frontenac Provincial Park map is strongly recommended. www.frontenacpark.ca

Please note, this hike is for those who wish to complete the Frontenac Trek which is 6 loops.

There is often wild life and the trees are usually in full autumn colour.  On at least one evening, we’ll have a campfire where we will have a hotdog roast and/or a pot luck.

Please ensure you carry enough water and food each day as well as all the other things you require for day hikes. First aid kit, bug spray, rain gear etc. It is very important that hikers check everyday for ticks as the area is endemic.

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

Hike Leader(s): Colleen Mabalay Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7km

Description

We will hike the main and side trails to form a loop. Bring water + snack as we will stop for a break and enjoy the view.

You will need to reserve your time at conservationhalton.ca for Kelso Summit.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet and park at km 31.7 on Innis Lake Rd, north of Finnerty Sideroad, and we carpool to km 16.1

Hike Leader(s): Susan Glofcheskie 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

Join us for this Caledon E2E in 5 sections.  Sign up for all 5 sections (to be entitled to the badge) or only the ones you are available for.

Please bring 2 litres of water, a snack, bug spray, sunscreen, a personal first-aid kit and appropriate clothing.  Hiking boots/shoes are mandatory and poles are suggested.

Please arrive by 8 am, so we can leave at 8:15 am to shuttle to our starting point.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot on 1st Line EHS near Orangeville, south of Hockley Valley.

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

Hiking around the side trails of this new property acquired by the BTC two years ago and then across the road and along the main trail, returning to the new property, continuing along the side trails to the cars. This property used to be a Scout Camp and has several old buildings and varied terrain (forest, meadow, etc). Some hills.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Blue Mountains
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): East side of 2nd Line, Blue Mountains

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: 26.3km

Description

This is the fourth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and I are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.
We meet at 7:30 – hikers should arrive early and be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Heather for those who want to hike and not receive this special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Blue Mountains
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): East side of 2nd Line, Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Area

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: 26.3 km

Description

This is the fourth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and Steven White are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-26 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.

We meet at 7:30 – hikers should be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Steve for those who want to hike and receive a special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Rock Chapel RBG Trails- 318 Rock Chapel Rd., Dundas

Hike Leader(s): Jill Parratt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: Approx. 7 – 8 km.

Description

Join in this “easy does it” type hike at the RBG Rock Chapel property on Rock Chapel Rd. We will use RGB trails plus main Bruce Trail to explore both the east and west sides of Rock Chapel. Expect great escarpment views and a surprise bridge. Hopefully the Fall colours will be good. We will stop to view Borer’s Falls. Meet in the parking lot at 318 Rock Chapel Rd. at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, a snack and sunscreen. Poles may be useful. Parking fee in effect or an RBG membership.
Leader: Anne Armstrong

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Blue Mountains
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): This is a three day fundraiser ETE for the new stained glass badge.

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: 67.50km spread over three days

Description

Blue Mtn is the 8th club to introduce a stained glass badge, designed by Joe Borges. Distances will be spread over 3 days as equally as possible depending on the parking. Please bring enough food and snacks for a 20km + day of hiking and 2l of water minimum.
Everyone must have a first aid kit in their backpack.
We will work our way northward. Schedules will be provided to all registered participants.
The registration fee includes the badge and supports the club’s infrastructure and the mission of “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone, forever.”
Participants can make up one of the three days on their own if you have a scheduling conflict.
There are no refunds.

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Prince of Wales Rd.

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: 24.3 km

Description

This is the fifth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and Steven White are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.

We meet at 7:30 – hikers should be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Steven for those who want to hike and receive a special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Prince of Wales Rd

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: 24.3km

Description

This is the fifth section in our Cairn to Cairn hike series this fall. Heather Murch and I are co-leading these hikes. Strong hikers are welcome to join for sections or individual hikes, but will need to register for each end to end section series. This series of hikes are 20-24 kms per day and due to parking or hike length, some hikes cover more than one section.
We meet at 7:30 – hikers should arrive early and be ready to shuttle at that time. We will take turns and everyone is expected to participate in the shuttling. Any parking costs will be shared.
There is another End to End hike series posted by Heather for those who want to hike and not receive this special Stained Glass badge.
Hikers should wear layered clothing, bring rainwear, poles, hiking boots, hat, water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sunblock and be prepared for changing weather this time of year.
Hiking itinerary with parking coordinates will be emailed to registered hikers.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Merrick Parking Lot – end of Lions Club Road, Ancaster

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 km

Description

We will do a circular walk from the Merrick parking lot using various trails and will see Canterbury and Sherman Falls along the way.

Please arrive 10 minutes early, I will be leaving on time, with or without you.

If you decide not to cancel after 4:00 pm on the day prior to the hike, I will be providing contact information a day or so before the hike

Hike will be cancelled in case of rain.  I will inform you by email the evening before the hike if this is the case.

Bring water, a snack, sunscreen, insect repellant and your own first aid kit.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Western End of Dundas Valley – 286 Jerseyville Rd. Ancaster

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. 8 km.

Description

Join us to hike the various trails of the western end of Dundas Valley Conservation Area. Meet in the parking lot of the Ancaster Little League Baseball fields on Jerseyville Rd. (286 Jerseyville Rd.) at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, a snack and sunscreen. Hiking poles may be useful. Mostly flat with a few hills.
Leader: Anne Armstrong