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October | 1 | 2 | 3 - Firemen’s Crazy Eight
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/03/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/firemens-crazy-eight-3/2021-11-03/
| 4 | 5 - Queenston Heights
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/05/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/queenston-heights-4/2021-11-05/ 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.
| 6 - Merritthon
7:00 AM-6:00 AM 11/06/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/merritthon/2021-11-06/ 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 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/cave-spring-witch-hunt-13/2021-11-06/ - Queenston Heights Loop
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/06/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/queenston-heights-loop/2021-11-06/
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7 - Short Hills Loop Wiley Road Parking Lot
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/07/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hills-loop-wiley-road-parking-lot-2/2021-11-07/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Hike Location (Google Maps): Wiley Road Entrance to Short Hills Hike Leader(s): Mark Casburn Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 7 .5 km Description Hike the main trail and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park. Please park in the Wiley Road parking lot. Dress accordingly for the weather. Trail can be muddy and/or icy. Hiking poles are recommended.
- 2:00 Short Hills including Tree ID
2:00 PM-3:30 PM 11/07/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/200-short-hills-including-tree-id/2021-11-07/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Citizen Science Location (Google Maps): Short Hills – Wiley Rd Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Description We will meet at Wiley Road parking lot and hike the short loop of the Terrace Creek trail. Medium hike pace with several stops to look at trees. We will go over some of the seasonal tree identification features to recognize common trees of the area. Trails will be muddy. May cancel if too rainy.
| 8 | 9 - Long Hike Rockway
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/09/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-41/2021-11-09/ - Short hike, Rotary Park, St Catharines
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/09/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hike-rotary-park-st-catharines-2/2021-11-09/
| 10 | 11 - 9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/11/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-2/2021-11-11/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Fast Terrain: Moderate : 12k Description Note the New Start Time From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike
- Short hike – Jordan
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/11/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hike-jordan-31/2021-11-11/
| 12 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – History
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/12/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-history/2021-11-12/ Click here for more information or to register 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
| 13 - Rockway Short Hills Return
9:00 AM-1:00 PM 11/13/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/rockway-short-hills-return-2/2021-11-13/ - Brock University Hike
9:00 AM-11:00 AM 11/13/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/brock-university-hike/2021-11-13/
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14 - Happy Rolph’s
2:00 PM-3:30 PM 11/14/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/happy-rolphs-5/2021-11-14/
| 15 - Kinsman Park to Locust Lane Winery
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/15/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/kinsman-park-to-locust-lane-winery/2021-11-15/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Kinsman Park parking lot Hike Leader(s): Michelle Poustie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 6-7 KM Description A beautiful fall hike on the trail. We will pass lovely vineyards, creek beds and farmers fields. There will be a teeny tiny bit of road walking on this hike. Hiking boots and poles highly recommended as the terrain can be extremely slippery if wet. Please bring water and dress in layers.
| 16 - Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/16/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-42/2021-11-16/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate : 12k Description Note the New Start time Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike - Short hike, Pelham Road – Short Hills
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/16/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-33/2021-11-16/
| 17 - Merritt Island
9:00 AM-11:00 AM 11/17/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/merritt-island-15/2021-11-17/
| 18 - 9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/18/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-3/2021-11-18/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Fast Terrain: Moderate : 12k Description Note the New Start Time From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike
- Short hike – Jordan
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/18/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hike-jordan-32/2021-11-18/
| 19 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – History
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/19/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-history-2/2021-11-19/ 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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21 - Louth Conservation Area
2:00 PM-3:30 PM 11/21/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/louth-conservation-area-10/2021-11-21/
| 22 | 23 - Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/23/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-43/2021-11-23/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate : 12k Description Note the New Start time Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike - Short hike, Pelham Road – Short Hills
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/23/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-34/2021-11-23/
| 24 - Decew to Morningstar Mill
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/24/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/decew-to-morningstar-mill-5/2021-11-24/
| 25 - 9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/25/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-4/2021-11-25/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Fast Terrain: Moderate : 12k Description Note the New Start Time From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike
- Short hike – Jordan
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/25/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hike-jordan-33/2021-11-25/
| 26 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – History
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/26/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-history-3/2021-11-26/ 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
| 27 - Beamer Falls Conservation Area
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 11/27/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beamer-falls-conservation-area-2/2021-11-27/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Lions swimming pool, Elm St, Grimsby Hike Leader(s): Karen Limardi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 6k Description Beamer Memorial Conservation Area offers one of Niagara’s most breath-taking and panoramic views of the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Ontario. Take a walk along the scenic Lookout and Bruce Trails and soak up the picturesque views of the 40 Mile Creek Valley, the Lake Ontario shoreline and the escarpment ridge from one of our viewing - Short Hills Side Trail Loop
9:00 AM-1:30 PM 11/27/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hills-side-trail-loop-2/2021-11-27/
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28 | 29 | 30 - Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 11/30/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-44/2021-11-30/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate : 12k Description Note the New Start time Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike - Short hike, Pelham Road – Short Hills
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 11/30/2021 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-35/2021-11-30/
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