Iroquoia

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

LIUNA 4 Ice Centre on Mountain Brow Blvd on the east mountain area of Hamilton See map below

Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 7 km

Description

Leaving the parking lot we will join the rail trail going east and visit Albion and Buttermilk Falls following the blue side trail back to the rail trail and on to the Margate stairs (165 stairs) returning by paved paths following the escarpment and rail trail.  (Please arrive by 9:45 am as we will be on the trail by 10:00 am sharp. Bring water and a snack.  Icers if necessary (hopefully not!).  This is an urban hike with almost no cover for a call of nature!

If cancelled due to rain (snow?), I will notify you by email the evening prior to the hike.  If you cancel after 4:00 pm on the day prior to the hike, use the contact information I will send you by email a day or two before the hike.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Moonlight Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Grimsby Lion’s Club Pool 1 Elm St, Grimsby

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 5-6km

Description

Earn your Iroquoia Moonlight badge by hiking 3 Moonlight Hikes with a leader.
Tonight’s sunset is at 7:45pm. We will hike up the escarpment and over to the Hawkwatch area and out to Beamer’s Falls and return around 9:00pm.
If you’ve never hiked at night we are sure you will love the way it heightens all of your senses promising a great sleep afterwards.
Everyone must have a headlamp or a flashlight 🔦. Most phones have torches which could also be used as supplemental light. Please ensure your light device is fully charged/batteries to last about 1.5hours. Dress for the weather and bring enough water to suit your needs as well as all the other things you need for a hike – first aid kit, snack, poles (recommended). This is an arduous climb up the escarpment so be sure to know your physical limit.
This is the first of 3 full moon hikes to be held in Grimsby. After you complete three leader-led hikes, you will qualify for a badge. $10/$15

Second hike is May 1

Third hike is May 31

Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration by following these steps:

To cancel your registration, here  is a step by step:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Moonlight Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Sixteen Hollow Park (Parking Lot), 2140 Westoak Trails Blvd, Oakville ON L6M 3K5

Hike Leader(s): Joe Borges Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 km

Description

Pink Moon Full Moon Hike No. 4

Chase the Spring Glow.
For a mid-week hike, we’re taking advantage of the urban Oakville Trails system. Consider it a little BTC community outreach.

Step onto the path beneath April’s Pink Moon — the next chapter in our 2026 Full Moon Night Hike Series.  As winter fades, this early spring moon lights the budding forest with a soft rose-gold glow. Long known as the Pink Moon, it marks renewal, wildflowers, and the return of warmer evenings. It’s the perfect time to shake off winter’s chill, breathe in the fresh night air, and walk together under the bright rhythm of a new season.

Continue your Full Moon Night Hike Badge Series journey! Join any 3 Full Moon Night Hikes led by an Iroquoia Club Leader in 2026 to qualify and purchase the new badge.

Important Guidelines

• Hike Start Time: 8:00 pm
• Arrive: Please arrive 30 minutes early at the Sixteen Hollow Park / Parking Lot, 2140 Westoak Trails Blvd, Oakville.
• Lighting: Headlamp (recommended) or flashlight with fresh batteries or a full charge.
• Poles & Traction: Poles useful on uneven terrain; icers not required unless late frost conditions.
• Clothing: Dress in layers for mild spring temps and variable terrain.
• Essentials: Bring I.D. and your health card.
• Hydration: Carry at least 1L of water.
• Safety: A small first aid kit is recommended.
• Pets: No dogs permitted on this hike.

See the route on AllTrails:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/custom-route-388469e?u=m&sh=4wexyx

Join us as we welcome spring under the soft light of the Pink Moon — a night for reflection, renewal, and shared steps toward the season ahead.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on Fallbrook Trail at 9:15 am

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: 7 kms

Description

Meeting roadside on Fallbrook Trail at Silver Creek Conservation Area, we will hike the Roberts Side Trail to the main trail almost to Tenth Line.  Turning back along the main trail to the Irwin Quarry Side Trail and to the cars. This hike has some rocky spots and a few hilly bits.  Come with icers for your boots in case there is still snow/ice.  Hike is dependent on weather conditions.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): Registered participants will receive a WhatsApp invitation (optional)which can be used for photo share and other pertinent information.

Day 1 – Friday April 3- Meet at Mono Cliffs Community Centre, 200m south of Mono Centre (County Rd 8). Park in gravel lot. – https://maps.app.goo.gl/fKzqRtxnVtZjExgG6 –
Shuttle to Roadside parking on 1st Line https://maps.app.goo.gl/edUYBQopt8JnCuSs5 ~ 20km
Day 2 – Saturday April 4 – Meet in BT parking lot located off of 15th Sideroad, 50 m west of the stop sign at the intersection of Prince of Wales and 15th Sideroad. https://maps.app.goo.gl/t3QAFcmmYFWkRzWF6
Shuttle to Roadside parking on 1st Line https://maps.app.goo.gl/edUYBQopt8JnCuSs5 ~ 17.50km
Day 3 – Sunday April 5 – Meet in BT parking lot located off of 15th Sideroad, 50m west of the stop sign at the intersection of Prince of Wales and 15th Sideroad https://maps.app.goo.gl/t3QAFcmmYFWkRzWF6
Shuttle to Roadside parking on Mulmur-Nottawasga Townline, 550 metres east of Lavender Hill Rd at the cemetery. https://maps.app.goo.gl/is6cF8QsmPiAgscj9 ~18km

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: Varies – Dufferin section is about 55km according to the BT app spread over three days.

Description

Everyone who is registered for this hike series will be invited to join an optional WhatsApp which can be used to share photos and other information.  

This is a monetized hike with the proceeds going towards the Dufferin Bruce Trail Club – “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone, forever.” There are no refunds. Your badge depicting the yellow lady slipper,  the hike logistics, shared shuttle driving and hike guidance are all included in your fee. Since it is the intention to run a similar hike in all sections this year, why not join the Bruce Trail Conservancy if you are not already a member? Please use my code 67abd1234c568 until the end of 2025 to receive free digital maps as well as all the other great benefits included with membership. https://brucetrail.org/product-category/memberships/

Please read all details for this hike to ensure it is suitable for you. The pace and terrain are particularly important details.
Registered participants will receive a WhatsApp invitation (optional) which can be used for photo share.

You must be registered to participate in this group hike. You cannot just show up as there are often people on the waitlist.

This is a multi-day hike – April 3, 4, 5th, 2026.

Please ensure your car is car shuttle-ready with at least 4 available seatbelts including the driver’s. We will take turns either being the shuttle driver or driving the drivers back to their cars after the hike is over.

Please pack whatever food you will require for a long day hike including lunch and snacks; 2l of water minimum; first aid kit; poles if you use them; and icers. You may also wish to pack extra socks and rain gear. Remember to dress in layers. Gloves/mitts, scarf / neck gator, a toque and a puffy jacket. Consider snow shoes, depending on conditions.

We will break for a morning clothing adjustment, a 10min break around 10am, 15 min lunch and an afternoon break if we are finishing after 2pm. Bio-breaks are as you need them – please let the sweep know who will wait for you. This is a 3 day group hike so it is important you keep pace with the person in front of you. We will help each other and wait for one another but please consider your physical ability before signing up for this hike. There are no drop outs – if you are not able to finish the hike you will need to arrange for transportation back to your car via taxi or Uber at your cost. Obtaining either in this section of trail is unlikely so please sign up if you know your limit and can maintain the pace.

The Dufferin stained-glass badge will be presented on the last day. If you have to miss one of these hiking days, you may make it up on your own before the last day of the series. Since it is a group hike, it is intended that everyone who registers be present on all days.

Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration to allow another person who may be on the waitlist to join the hike.

To cancel your registration, here  is a step by step:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel

Any questions may be directed through the link on this form.

Refunds: https://brucetrail.org/paid-hike-refund-policy/

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): April 6th – Pretty River 11.89 km and Mad River 10.9km
April 7th – Noisy River 10.2km and Pine River 10.75km
April 8th – Boyne River 10.41km and Nottawasaga River 13.1km
April 9th – Humber River 11.4km

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: Just shy of 80km over 4 days

Description

This is a small group, multi-day hike. Everyone who is registered for this hike series will be invited to join an optional WhatsApp which can be used to share photos and other information.  

This is a 4 day hike series to cover the Seven River Series will take us to Blue Mtn Club, Dufferin and Caledon Club. It is limited to a small group. Please prepare for 3.5 long days of hiking.  Seven Rivers/3.5 days is two per day plus a short one on the final day.  A detailed hike schedule will be sent to all participants. The hikes require driving from One hike to another hike on the same day.

Please pack whatever food you will require for a long day hike including lunch and snacks; 2l of water minimum; first aid kit; poles if you use them; and icers. You may also wish to pack extra socks and rain gear. Remember to dress in layers. Gloves/mitts, scarf / neck gator, a toque and an insulated  jacket. Consider lined pants as well. Check the weather forecast before heading out.

We will break briefly in the morning, at lunch and in the afternoon. Bio-breaks are as you need them – please let the sweep know who will wait for you. This is a 4 day group hike so it is important you keep pace with the person in front of you. We will help each other and wait for one another but please consider your physical ability before signing up for this hike series. There are no drop outs – if you are not able to finish the hike you will need to arrange for transportation back to your car and in this area, it would be  minimal at best.

The Dufferin Seven Rivers badge will be presented on the last day, hopefully.  $10 members and $15 non-members. Since it is a group hike, it is intended that everyone who registers be present on all days.

Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration by following these steps:

To cancel your registration, here  is a step by step:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area – Park Registration Required

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, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 15 km

Description

Starting at Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area, we will hike on the Main Trail and Side Trails to Crawford Lake, around the escarpment edge, down through the Nassagaweya Canyon and back up to our meeting area in the parking lot at Rattlesnake Point.  Trail conditions may be wet, muddy, and slippery in spots so wear hiking boots and bring poles.

Dress in layers for the weather conditions, bring plenty to drink and a snack.

Please arrive at the meeting place in the main parking lot, by 8:15 am for an 8:30 am departure.  Park reservations will be required. They can be obtained online at Halton Conservation Area web-site: https://www.conservationhalton.ca/.

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

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 7 kms

Description

The main trail was taken off the road north of Limehouse and put through a lovely forest from 6th Line. A fairly easy hike, with rocks and roots but no major hills. We will meet in the parking lot at Limehouse at 9:15 am and carpool to 6th Line, hiking back along the main Bruce Trail into the Conservation Area and passing the iconic stone arch, turning onto the Black Creek Side Trail to the main trail.  This is a great hike for beginners and those who are exploring the dynamic of a group hike.

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

Kilbride Park. Please park behind public school

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5

Description

Meet at 9:15 for a 9:30am start.

We will hike Kilbride side trail, part of River & Ruin and the loop.

Some good hills so poles are recommended.

If it is too muddy we will change the route.

Lunch afterwards.

Jill Parratt

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Boston Mills Road – Roadside Parking

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, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 15 km

Description

Starting from Boston Mills Road, we will take the main trail and side trails to form a large loop through the Terra Cotta Conservation Area.  Our route will include some rocky and uneven terrain, which may be wet and slippery.  Wear hiking boots and bring poles.

Dress in layers for weather conditions, bring plenty to drink and a snack.

Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am for an 8:30 am departure.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rucking: Hikes/Walks with Weight
Location (Google Maps):

Meet up at 9:30am SHARP at Kilbride Public School (6611 Panton St., North Burlington) in back parking by tennis club (ignore one-way arrows).

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: +/- 6 km

Description

This is a progressive rucking series – starting off slow and building as you are able. I will be starting with a village street route as you learn the subtle skills of rucking and progressing from there to close by main and side hiking trails of the Bruce Trail.

Information covered over the 4 weeks will include: the uses of rucking, its health benefits, proper posture and “stability” when rucking, tips on how to safely progress your rucking.

Prerequisite of participants: Please sign up for this fun and encouraging rucking series ONLY IF: 1) YOU CAN MAKE ALL 4 WEEKS OF THE SERIES 2) You have (or can borrow) a backpack with both a hip (padded is recommended) and chest strap. A cover for your pack is optional but recommended for wet conditions; 3) you walk or hike 6km+ regularly (2-3 times a week) and can maintain a moderate pace (3-4km/hr); and, 4) you have NO unresolved joint issues (especially hip, knee, ankle and feet joints).

What to Bring: your backpack ;), water and a snack. Please dress according to the weather (layers are best). Icers may be necessary. Note: wearing a backpack (especially with weight) will keep you warmer than without. I will be contacting you closer to the first week with any other information you may need to know.

This series will run RAIN OR SHINE. Extreme weather will always be a consideration.

This series is back by popular demand! Both the May and November 2025 Series were well attended and interest in a more advanced Series has been expressed. Hope to see you there!

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm main parking area

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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 17.5 km

Description

Starting at the main parking area, we will take the main trail and side trails to form a large, 17.5 km loop.  There will be some rocky sections and steep climbs along the way which may be slippery.  Wear hiking boots and bring poles.

Dress in layers for the weather conditions, Bring plenty to drink and a snack.

Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am for an 8:30 am departure.

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

Caledon Hills – Location will be advised

Hike Leader(s): Heather Zrini 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: 20 km

Description

On this series of three hiking days,  we will complete the five loop hikes that are required to earn the Caledon Hills Sideways Badge.  If you are not interested in earning the badge, please join us for some great hiking.  Hikers can sign up for individual hikes as you do not need to complete all three to participate.  The dates of the three hiking days will be April 13, April 27 and May 11.  We will meet at the starting point at 9am each week.  Our finishing time is an approximation.  On each of the first two hiking days, we will be completing two of the loops.  On May 11, there will be one loop hike and if there is interest, we will hike another loop in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park.  Each loop is approximately 10 km in length.  For more information about the hikes, please see the link below:

Sideways Badge Loop .PDF Download

Our schedule will be as follows:

April 13 – Hike One and Hike Five

April 27 – Hike Two and Hike Three

May 11 – Hike Four and a hike in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park

Carpooling is encouraged.  Since these are loop hikes, we will not need to shuttle.   On the first day, a Provincial Park Daily Vehicle Permit Reservation will be required.  We will be parking and hiking in the Forks of the Credit Provincial Park on Day 1.  Passes that can be used when making the reservation can be purchased through the Ontario Provincial Park website or borrowed from your local library.  If a car does not have a pass, the cost of the Daily Vehicle Permit reservation will be split between those people in that car.

More information, including specific details about the meeting points, will be provided to those who sign up for the hikes.

If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot at Hilton Falls Conservation Area at 9:15 am.

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

Meeting in the parking lot at 9:15 am, we will hike to the Falls and then across the creek to the bike trails and back along the Hilton Falls Side Trail.  Bring icers for your boots.  Reserve your time at conservationhalton.ca

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 134 Martin Road, Ancaster
Parking lot beside Ancaster Matthew Krol field. End of Martin Rd past the Rotary Centre.

Hike Leader(s): Kathy Rymal Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 km approx.

Description

We will head down Martin Road and do the Headwaters Trail loop in the beautiful west Dundas Valley.

If we are lucky we might see an early trillium or two.

A short stop at Sutcliffe Vista for a refreshment break and hopefully have a view of the city of Hamilton.

Coming back via Gravel Pit Road, Rail Trail, Mineral Springs Road and then back to Martin Road.

Bring water and a snack.  Poles may be useful for the two big climbs.

Please arrive ten minutes before the start time as we will be leaving right at ten.

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Blue Mountains
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside Parking on Mulmur-Nottawasaga Townline

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 14.1 km

Description

This is an End-to-End hike series to complete the Blue Mountains section of the Bruce Trail in 5 hikes.  Join for all or as many hikes as desired – you will need to register  for each hike in the series which will take place on the following dates in April: 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25.

Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering.  We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and hikers will need to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike.  The hike series will also involve car shuttles and every hiker is expected to participate as drivers.

Weather conditions in the spring can be changeable, so it’s best to dress in layers and come prepared for varying conditions throughout the day.   Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are strongly recommended.  Bring plenty of fluids and a snack.

This first hike of the series will be 14.1 km long.  Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 8:30 a.m. sharp.  Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the small parking lot on 6th Line.

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: 9 kms

Description

We will hike the Bent Rim 2 bike trail and back through the Halton Forest.  Meet at 9:15 (earlier if possible) in the small parking lot on 6th Line, about 3 kms north of Campbellville Rd.  Bring icers for your boots, in case there is still snow/ice.

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

Park at Fletcher Creek Ecological Preserve on Concession 7 just north of Gore Rd , Puslinch
HCA passes can be used or $8.50 per vehicle

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: Approx. 10 kms

Description

Easy, Moderate hike – Fletcher’s Creek Preserve is an abandoned quarry site that has been rehabilitated and is located at the headwaters of the Spencer Creek watershed

We will  loop hike through the preserve as well as an adjacent trail that also was part of the quarry back in the day-lots of local history- it was the area swimming hole and some still use it.

Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather-could be wet. Bring water, snack, hiking poles, cell

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

9:30am SHARP meet at Kilbride parking lot behind Kilbride Public School (6611 Panton St.) by tennis courts (ignore oneway arrows) and shuttle to Rattlesnake Pt. Conservation Area. Drivers with Halton Conservation Passes will be needed to help with the shuttle and should preregister at Rattlesnake CA. Thank you!

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: +/- 16km

Description

From Rattlesnake Pt. CA we will follow conservation side trails and main BT along the escarpment and descend/ascend Nassagaweya Canyon into Crawford Lake CA for lunch. From there we will wind our way through the CA and on to the calcium pits/caves at Twiss Rd. The last leg of our hike will follow the main BT thru a nature reserve to the “Kilbride Pass” and parking lot.

Please wear appropriate layers and bring water, a snack and lunch. Icers may be necessary!

Baked goods should be expected:)

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on 4th Line at 9:15 am. Up Guelph Line from the 401, turn right on 10 Side Road and follow the curve as it becomes 4th Line.

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

Meeting at 9:15 am in the small parking lot and roadside on 4th Line, we will hike several of the bike trails, including The Den and The Pines.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Wildflowers and Spring Ephemerals
Location (Google Maps): Halton Agreement Forest

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 8.5 Km.

Description

Please join in this first Spring Ephemeral hike as we search for the first wildflower arrivals of Spring. Depending on when Spring arrives this year we will see some early Spring wildflowers. We will do a “lollipop” hike in the beautiful Halton Agreement Forest with its many hiking and biking trails. Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start in the northeast corner of the Woodbine/Mohawk Casino/Raceway parking lot on the west side of Guelph Line, north of Highway 401. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack. Although generally flat and wide there is one rocky section. I will send out an email the day before the hike with my contact information in the event you cancel the night before or the morning of the hike. Remember to cancel via your BTC account as well.

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Blue Mountains
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking Lot Petun Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 13.1 km

Description

This is an End-to-End hike series to complete the Blue Mountains section of the Bruce Trail in 5 hikes.  Join for all or as many hikes as desired – you will need to register  for each hike in the series which will take place on the following dates in April: 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25.

Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering.  We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and hikers will need to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike.  The hike series will also involve car shuttles and every hiker is expected to participate as drivers.

Weather conditions in the spring can be changeable, so it’s best to dress in layers and come prepared for varying conditions throughout the day.   Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are strongly recommended.  Bring plenty of fluids and a snack.

This fourth hike of the series will be 13.1 km long.  Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 9:15 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 9:30 a.m. sharp.  Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls parking lot at 9:15 am (reservation required)

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

We will explore the trails for a large loop.  Reserve your time at conservationhalton.ca

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

Caledon Hills – Location will be advised

Hike Leader(s): Heather Zrini 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: 20 km

Description

On this series of three hiking days,  we will complete the five loop hikes that are required to earn the Caledon Hills Sideways Badge.  If you are not interested in earning the badge, please join us for some great hiking.  Hikers can sign up for individual hikes as you do not need to complete all three to participate.  The dates of the three hiking days will be April 13, April 27 and May 11.  We will meet at the starting point at 9am each week.  Our finishing time is an approximation.  On each of the first two hiking days, we will be completing two of the loops.  On May 11, there will be one loop hike and if there is interest, we will hike another loop in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park.  Each loop is approximately 10 km in length.  For more information about the hikes, please see the link below:

Sideways Badge Loop .PDF Download

Our schedule will be as follows:

April 13 – Hike One and Hike Five

April 27 – Hike Two and Hike Three

May 11 – Hike Four and a hike in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park

Carpooling is encouraged.  Since these are loop hikes, we will not need to shuttle.   On the first day, a Provincial Park Daily Vehicle Permit Reservation will be required.  We will be parking and hiking in the Forks of the Credit Provincial Park on Day 1.  Passes that can be used when making the reservation can be purchased through the Ontario Provincial Park website or borrowed from your local library.  If a car does not have a pass, the cost of the Daily Vehicle Permit reservation will be split between those people in that car.

More information, including specific details about the meeting points, will be provided to those who sign up for the hikes.

If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 4:15 roadside on Fallbrook Trail at Silver Creek Conservation Area.

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: 7 kms

Description

We will hike around the Roberts ST and Irwin Quarry ST and then cross the road to the main trail and around a couple of side trails that you may not have known were there.

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

Dundas Driving Park

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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 8k (approximate)

Description

A moderate to strenuous, hilly, up and down hike with great views. We park and meet in Dundas Driving Park not far from the washrooms, and follow city streets to trail leading to Dundas Peak and Tew’s Falls. Wear sturdy hiking shoes or hiking boots, bring icers, layers of clothing appropriate to weather, bring water and snack. Optional outing for beverage/food after.

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Iroquoia BTC Naturalist Hike Series : Discovering Nature, One Hike at a Time.
Location (Google Maps): Oakes Road Dog Park – From here we will walk over to the Grimsby Wetlands.

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: 2-3km

Description

Please join well-known Hamilton Naturalists’ Club, Bruce McKenzie, for a tour of the award-winning Grimsby Wetlands. Bruce will describe the history of this 25 year old wetland from its beginnings as a wastewater treatment area to its notoriety for birding, now. A cinnamon teal duck was spotted here a couple of years ago and birders from all over descended into the area. Bruce was quoted as saying, “I can’t go into the property and not find someone enjoying the solitude or the nature.” Indeed, it is a peaceful oasis.

Please bring water and snacks. It is recommended that everyone wear long pants that are tucked into socks, long sleeves as well as a wide brimmed hats. Sunscreen and bug spray.

This is a leisurely walk and will be filled with highlights of this important wetland. Everyone must be registered to participate. Members and non-members are welcome.