Niagara

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

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

    Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

    Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

    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 & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL

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  • Hike 9:00 Queenston Loop
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    12/11/2021

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

    Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 8km

    Description

    Starting at Queenston Heights Park, we’ll be hiking the main trail with a loop along the Upper Canada Heritage Trail. The trail is mostly moderate with two steep sections to get down the escarpment, and then back up again. Bring hiking boots, poles, and be prepared for mud and/or snow. Note that if you don’t have a Niagara Parks Parking Pass, that you will need to pay for parking at the trailhead.

     

  • Rockway Short Hills Return
    9:00 AM-1:00 PM
    12/11/2021

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

    Rockway Community Centre, Pelham Road, St. Catharines, ON

    Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 15.5KM

    Description

    Hike the main trail from Rockway Community Centre to Short Hills Provincial Park, looping back to Rockway.

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  • Night Festival of Lights
    7:00 PM-8:30 PM
    12/13/2021

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Night
    Location (Google Maps): Floral Showhouse, Parking Lot B, Niagara Parkway

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

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 8km

    Description

    Take a stroll around Niagara Falls to see the annual Festival of Lights display.  Dress accordingly – warmer than a faster hike so you can take your time and enjoy the sites without getting too cold.

    Plan to stay for hot apple cider and a holiday treat.

    Niagara Parks parking fees apply.

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    12/17/2021

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St just outside Veteran’s Memorial Park (corner of King and Centre)

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-8km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore the area around Niagara-on-the-Lake.  Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario.  Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.  Hike along part of the Bruce Trail’s General Brock Side Trail as well as the Heritage Trail.

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

    Great opportunity to see beautiful NOTL as well as build up your endurance for longer hikes.

    Plan on staying for a coffee at the Sweets & Swirls Café, NOTL Community Centre.

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    12/24/2021

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

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-8km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore the area around Niagara-on-the-Lake.  Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario.  Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.  Hike along part of the Bruce Trail’s General Brock Side Trail as well as the Heritage Trail.

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

    Great opportunity to see beautiful NOTL as well as build up your endurance for longer hikes.

    Plan on staying for a coffee at the Sweets & Swirls Café, NOTL Community Centre.

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  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    12/31/2021

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

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-8km

    Description

    Each Friday we will explore the area around Niagara-on-the-Lake.  Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario.  Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.  Hike along part of the Bruce Trail’s General Brock Side Trail as well as the Heritage Trail.

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

    Great opportunity to see beautiful NOTL as well as build up your endurance for longer hikes.

    Plan on staying for a coffee at the Sweets & Swirls Café, NOTL Community Centre.

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