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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    05/02/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St, Centre St near Veteran’s Memorial Park

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-7km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

    Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways.  Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets and Swirls, Community Centre, 14 Anderson Lane, (just off Niagara Stone Rd), NOTL

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  • In and Out 10:00 a.m. Tawse Winery Hike and Private Tasting Experience
    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    05/04/2025

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: In and Out
    Location (Google Maps): Park at Tawse Winery 3955 Cherry Avenue Vineland

    Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 6k

    Description

    We will hike on the main trail from Tawse Winery to the Margaret Reed Side Trail located in Cave Springs Conservation Area and return back to Tawse Winery by 11:30. Upon return we will enjoy a private structured tasting led by one of the knowledgeable and friendly winery staff from 11:30 to 12:00 noon. The cost for the tasting experience is $15.00 per person. You will also enjoy a 20% discount on bottle purchases that day. Please bring your $15.00 with you as I will collect it prior to the tasting to simplify the payment to Tawse Winery. Thank you.

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    05/09/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St, Centre St near Veteran’s Memorial Park

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-7km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

    Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways.  Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets and Swirls, Community Centre, 14 Anderson Lane, (just off Niagara Stone Rd), NOTL

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  • Hike Strolling through Historic Thorold
    2:30 AM-5:00 AM
    05/14/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Thorold Community Arena

    Hike Leader(s): Sheila Massey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 8 km

    Description

    We will walk in and around Thorold which has undergone a restoration of many historic buildings in the downtown.  We will walk along the Bruce Trail, visit Keefer Mansion (formerly Maplehurst Hospital) and walk past many historic homes and buildings.  There are several murals in Thorold which we will walk by.  We will also stroll through the Battle of Beaverdams Park which contains historical plaques, artifacts and monuments.  At the conclusion of the hike, for those who wish there will be a stop at Donnelly’s Pub which has been rated by Trip Advisor as 4.2 out of 5.

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    05/16/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St, Centre St near Veteran’s Memorial Park

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-7km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

    Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways.  Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets and Swirls, Community Centre, 14 Anderson Lane, (just off Niagara Stone Rd), NOTL

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  • Paid Outing Event Hikes Saturday Only (Niagara End 2 End)
    7:00 AM-4:30 AM
    05/17/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Event Hikes
    Location (Google Maps): Saturday May 17: Lions Swimming Pool Elm St. Grimsby 43.193664,-79.564864. Notification will be sent if additional parking is required.

    Hike Leader(s): Mary Ann Enns Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 27 km

    Description

    This is the NBTC Annual End to End Event 1 day hike from Balls Falls to Grimsby. This hike is conjunction with Niagara’s End to End in Three.

    Distance 25 km.

    Please arrive by 6.30 am to check in. Buses will depart promptly at 7am . Participants will be transported by bus from check in to the start ( Balls Falls) and will hike at their own pace to final checkpoint ( Grimsby).

    Checkpoints with volunteers will be available to replenish water, and nutritious  snacks. Trial Angles, will also be available to assist if required. You will be provided with  your Checkpoint and Trail Angel information at the start of the hike.

    Pack for weather and terrain, cell phone is important to bring, appropriate footwear, poles if you prefer, basic first aid supplies and trail map or app. Hikers are responsible for informing Organizing personnel of their intention to drop out during the hike.

    Fee includes, bus and checkpoints.

    Proceeds support Niagara Bruce Club which in turn supports The Bruce Trail Conservancy mission to “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone forever”.

     

  • Paid Outing Event Hikes Niagara E2E in THREE
    7:00 AM-4:00 PM
    05/17/2025

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2025-05-17 at 07:00
    2025-05-18 at 07:00
    2025-05-19 at 07:00

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Event Hikes
    Location (Google Maps): Saturday May 17: Lions Swimming Pool Elm St, Grimsby 43.193664,-79.564864 Notification will be sent if additional parking required
    Sunday May 18. : Brock University Parking Lot ? Merrittville Highway, St Catharines. Parking at Lot 3A
    Monday May 19 :Queenston Heights Park, Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake 43.159314,-79.055405

    Hike Leader(s): Mary Ann Enns Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 80.3 km Day 1 25km Day 2 27km Day 3 28km

    Description

    Thank you for registering for Niagara’s annual self lead End to End in THREE Days.   2025 is a “New Badge”.

    You will hike from Grimsby and finish at the Queenston Cairn, the southern tip of the Bruce Trail.

    Checkpoint stations will be approximately every 10km, offering nutritious snacks and water refills. You will be provided with checkpoint coordinates Day 1 of the hike.

    Trail Angels are available for assistance. A list of Trail Angels and their contact information will be provided Day 1 of the hike. Please inform hike leader, or checkpoint station volunteers your intention to drop out.

    School buses will transport all hikers each day to the starting point of the hike. No parking fees for May 17, 18. Parking vouchers provided for May 19 ** Please arrive each day by 6.30am to ensure an early start. Buses will leave at 7 am, promptly**

    Hiking experience recommended. We would recommend hiking attire for the weather.and poles. Bring  cell phone, basic first aid supplies, bug spray, water bottle.

    Fee: includes bus, checkpoints, light lunch at the Cairn, the last hike day and your “new Badge”

    Enjoy your hike through southern most section of Niagara Bruce Trail.

    Proceeds support Niagara Bruce Trail Club which in turn supports the Bruce Trail Conservancy mission to ” Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone, forever”.

     

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  • Paid Outing Hike Sunday Only (Niagara End 2 End)
    7:00 AM-4:00 PM
    05/18/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Sunday May 18: Brock University Parking Lot 3A Merrittville Highway St Catharines

    Hike Leader(s): Mary Ann Enns Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate

    Description

    This is the NBTC Annual End to End 1 day hike from Balls Falls to Brock University.  This hike is in conjunction with Niagara’s End 2 End in Three.

    Distance 27 km

    Please arrive by 6.30am to check in. Buses will depart promptly at 7am. Hikers will be transported by bus to Balls Falls where they will hike at their own pace to final checkpoint at Brock University.

    Checkpoint volunteers stations will be approximately every 10 kms, offering nutritious snacks and water refills. Checkpoint coordinates will be provided at the beginning of your hike.

    Trail Angels will provide assistance. A list of Trail Angels and their contact information will also be available at the beginning of the hike.

    Pack for weather and terrain. A cell phone is important to bring, appropriate footwear, poles if preferred, basic first aid and trail map or app. Hikers are responsible for informing the organizing personnel of their intention to drop out during the hike.

    Fee includes bus and checkpoints.

    Proceeds support Niagara Bruce Club which in turn supports The Bruce Trail Conservancy mission to “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone forever”

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  • Hike Monday only (Niagara End 2 End)
    7:00 AM-4:00 AM
    05/19/2025

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Monday May 19: Queenston Heights Park, Niagara Parkway, Niagara on the Lake 43’159314-79.055405

    Hike Leader(s): Mary Ann Enns Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 27 km

    Description

    This is the NBTC Annual End to End Event in 1 day hike from Brock University to Queenston Cairn. This hike is in conjunction with Niagara’s End to End in Three.

    Distance 27 km.

    Please arrive by 6.30am to check in. Buses will depart promptly at 7am. Hikers will be transported by bus to Brock University, where they will hike at their own pace to final checkpoint at the Queenston Cairn.

    Checkpoint volunteer stations will be approximately every 10km offering nutritious snacks and replenish water. Checkpoint coordinates will be provide at the beginning of your hike.

    Trail Angels will provide assistance. A list of Trail Angels and their contact information will also be available at the beginning of the hike.

    Pack for weather and terrain. A cell phone is important to bring, appropriate footwear, poles if you prefer, basic first aid and trail map or app

    Fee includes bus, checkpoint and parking in Queenston. Parking passing will provided on your arrival.

    Proceeds support the Niagara Bruce Club with in turn supports The Bruce Tail Conservancy mission to ” Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone forever”.

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    05/23/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St, Centre St near Veteran’s Memorial Park

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-7km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

    Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways.  Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets and Swirls, Community Centre, 14 Anderson Lane, (just off Niagara Stone Rd), NOTL

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  • 8:30am A Walk through Time
    8:30 AM-10:30 AM
    05/24/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Victoria Lawn Cemetary. Park in small parking lot at corner of Emmett Rd and Queenston St.

    Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 8 km

    Description

    Walk along shaded paths in Victoria Lawn cemetery, stopping at a number of historic grave sites of notable residents of St Catharines, and then continue along the canal before heading back. It will be mostly paved but be prepared for some grassy areas. Bring water and a hat and wear comfortable shoes.

  • Loop Niagara Glen Hike
    9:15 AM-12:30 PM
    05/24/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps):

    Meet at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre parking lot, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls. This is located between the Whirlpool Golf Course and the Niagara Botanical Gardens, on the river side of the Niagara Parkway. Parking fees may apply.

    Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Strenuous
    Distance: 10km

    Description

    Hike deep in the Niagara Gorge, along stairways cut into the rock and rugged paths that wind through this pristine pocket of Carolinian Forest. View ancient geological formations and fossils dating back millions of years, while hiking along the turbulent rapids of the Niagara River. This is a strenuous hike and there is a chance hikers will get wet. Bring water, a snack, gaiters and hiking poles, if necessary. Dress in layers. 🙂

  • Leisurely 10:00am Invasive Species Removal Hike
    10:00 AM-1:00 PM
    05/24/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Leisurely
    Location (Google Maps): 85 Park Road South, Grimsby, ON

    Hike Leader(s): Michele Altobelli Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 4km

    Description

    Join us to HELP FILL THE CRIB!!

    We will hike in from Ridge Road picking invasive plants such as garlic mustard and greater celandine along the way (reusable grocery bags or garbage bags work well). Once at the crib location, we will dump our bags and pick garlic mustard in that area for a while, dump it, then hike back out. Plenty of native spring plants to admire along the way – reducing invasive plants will give these species a chance to thrive!

    • you must register and submit a completed waiver for this hike
    • Students under 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian on this hike (please refer to the BTC link https://brucetrailorg.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/VOL.05.01_Minors_Volunteering_Policy_-_Approved_February_2016.pdf )
    • 16 or more but under 18? Bring a waiver signed by a guardian.
    • students wishing to receive community service hours (4Hours) MUST bring service forms from school.
    • Please wear clothes for work – long pants tucked into socks, appropriate footwear (no sandals), long sleeves and work gloves
    • please bring empty bags for collecting
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  • Register Pre-AGM Corn Hole Tournament
    2:00 PM-5:30 PM
    05/25/2025

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Register
    Location (Google Maps): Queenston Pavilion, Queenston Heights Park, 14184 Niagara Parkway, Niagara on the Lake

    Description

    Please go to the registration table at the far pavilion when you arrive.  If you do not already have a Niagara Parks parking pass, a free day pass will be given to you at the registration table.

    The corn hole tournament will begin at 2 pm.  There will be two people on each team and 4 people per corn hole board.  Teams will be assigned.   The preliminary games beginning at 2 pm will be 15 minutes long and will end just prior to the AGM meeting.  The championship game for the top two teams will be held once the AGM portion of the meeting is complete.

  • Register NBTC Annual General Meeting
    3:00 PM-5:30 PM
    05/25/2025

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Register
    Location (Google Maps): Queenston Pavilion, Queenston Heights Park, 14184 Niagara Parkway, Niagara on the Lake

    Description

    Come out to meet the Niagara Bruce Trail Club Board as well as other members!

    Learn what the board has done and what their future plans are.  Hear from BTC CEO Michael McDonald what has been happening at the Bruce Trail Conservancy.  Make your voice heard.

    When you arrive, please register at the registration desk at the pavilion.  If you don’t already have a Niagara Parks parking pass, you can pick up a free day pass at the registration desk.

    Food, beverages and dessert will be provided.   If you are able, please bring a salad to share with others.   In order to be environmentally friendly, we are asking everyone to bring their own plate and cutlery.

    There will be a corn hole tournament beginning at 2 pm prior to the meeting.  The championship game for the tournament will be held just after the meeting.  If you are interested in participating, please sign up separately on the hike schedule.

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    05/30/2025

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St, Centre St near Veteran’s Memorial Park

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-7km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

    Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways.  Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets and Swirls, Community Centre, 14 Anderson Lane, (just off Niagara Stone Rd), NOTL

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