Niagara

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All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.

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  • Loop Queenston Heights
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    11/05/2021

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Queenston Heights Park parking lot. Park towards the back of the lot close to the woods.

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

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

    Description

    First Friday of the month, hikes will be lead in the Queenston area.  We will explore this historic area.  The path may be a mixture of trail and paved pathway depending upon the chosen route.

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  • Paid Outing Event Hikes Merritthon
    7:00 AM-6:00 AM
    11/06/2021

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Event Hikes
    Location (Google Maps): Port Dalhousie Heritage District, Public Parking Lot St Catharines

    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 45

    Description

    Looking for a distance challenge?
    The Merrithon is a long distance hike from Port Colborne to Port Dalhousie along the welland Canal. This is a self-guided hike along mainly paved trail.
    A Map of the trail can be found at http://niagarabrucetrail.club/wp/badges/ under the Merritthon badge

    All Participants must be double vaccinated and must wear a mask on the bus.

    Everyone who completes the route and goes through all of the checkpoints will earn the Prestigious new Merritthon Badge

    Fee: $38 includes Bus transport to start of hike, checkpoints, badge and helps to support the Bruce Trail Conservancy in its mission to preserve a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.

    Check in: At Port Dalhousie Parking Lot St Catharines from 6:40. Buses will transport hikers to Port Colborne.

    Route: Follow the yellow blazes from Port Colborne to Port Dalhousie back to the parking lot
    What to bring: Bring your own water and snacks. Wear comfortable sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.

    Extra water and snacks will be available at the checkpoints.

    COVID Safety Precautions: Please note the precautions before, during and after your hike… https://brucetrail.org/pages/explore-the-trail/hike-schedule. We ask that you keep a distance of 6ft from others at the checkpoints.

    FAQ’s

    What if it rains? This is a rain or shine event.

    What if I need to drop out? Trail Angel’s will be available from the checkpoints.

    How long will it take to finish? We estimate that the hike will take between 8 and 9 hours. If you do not reach the last checkpoint by 4:00pm you will have to withdraw

    Is my ticket/registration transferable/refundable? No. Please let us know if you cannot make it.

    Contact: Alan Laver alanjlaver@gmail.com 416 303 5613

  • Cave Spring Witch Hunt Re scheduled from Oct 30 to Nov 6
    9:00 AM-11:15 AM
    11/06/2021

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: In and Out
    Location (Google Maps):

    Parking lot Quarry Road Beamsville

    Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 6k

    Description

    Discover the history of the 19th Century Quarry Pioneers and the Cave Spring Witch.

    Note that this hike will qualify for the annual Screaming Tunnel badge

  • Queenston Heights Loop
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    11/06/2021

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Queenston Heights Park, South Terminus Cairn, 14184 Niagara Pkwy Niagara On The Lake (Map #1, 0.0 km).

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy, Moderate
    Distance: 8k

    Description

    Meet near the Bruce Trail cairn in Queenston Heights Park, Niagara Parkway.  Enter the park from the roundabout and take two immediate lefts to get to the cairn. Hikes are on mostly flat trails.  Paid parking may apply.  Niagara Parks Parking

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    11/12/2021

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King St.

    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 some history of Niagara-on-the-Lake while getting a moderate paced walk.  Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.

    Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.

    Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a coffee at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Rd., NOTL

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    11/19/2021

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, King St & Veteran’s Lane. Park just outside the park on King St.

    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 some history of Niagara-on-the-Lake while getting a moderate paced walk.  Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.

    Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.

    Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a coffee at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Rd., NOTL

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    11/26/2021

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, King St & Veteran’s Lane. Park just outside the park on King St.

    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 some history of Niagara-on-the-Lake while getting a moderate paced walk.  Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.

    Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.

    Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

    Plan to stay for conversation and a coffee at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Rd., NOTL

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