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August
Sun Aug 0 1

Allanburg Loop

2:00 PM-3:30 PM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at the Allanburg Bridge Hwy 20 Parking lot on the west side of the bridge (Map 3)

Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 8 km

Description

Leisurely hike along the Welland canal on flat paved terrain

Mon Aug 0 2

Rotary Park

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Rotary Park, St. Catherine’s

Hike Leader(s): Sheila Massey
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Approximately 7 km

Description

We will hike the trails in & around Rotary Park.

Tue Aug 0 3

Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Tue Aug 0 3

Short Hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring water and a snack, bug spray and sun screen

Thu Aug 0 5

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike

Thu Aug 0 5

Short hike - Jordan

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. You must register for each hike.

Fri Aug 0 6

Queenston Heights

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Queenston Heights Park
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy

Description

Meet near the Bruce Trail cairn in Queenston Heights Park.  Hikes are on mostly flat trails.  Paid parking may apply.  Niagara Parks Parking

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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Louth Conservation Area parking lot on Staff Ave. Jordan. (Map 4, near km 49.3) Carpool.

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.2 km

Description

Hike #2 in a series of 5. Bring Poles, bug spray, drink and a snack.

Sat Aug 0 7

Cave Spring Witch Hunt

9:00 AM-11:15 AM
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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.

Sun Aug 0 8

Botanical Gardens

9:00 AM-11:00 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps):

Locust Grove Picnic Area 1488 Niagara Parkway Queenston

Hike Leader(s): Bruce Manion Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6k

Description

A short Hike from Queenston heights to the Botanical Gardens of Niagara. Established in 1936, the Botanical Gardens presents visitors with 99 acres (40 hectares) of beautifully maintained gardens that include perennials, rhododendrons, azaleas, a formal parterre garden, herb and vegetable plantings, and our world-famous rose garden featuring over 2,400 roses.

Tue Aug 1 0

Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
12k

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Tue Aug 1 0

Short Hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring water and a snack, bug spray and sun screen

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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills – Roland Road Parking Lot
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: ~8km

Description

Leaving from the Roland Road parking lot we will do the Swayze Falls loop – checking out the flora & fauna along the way including the bluebird trail.   Hilly, strenuous terrain.

Thu Aug 1 2

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
12k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike

Thu Aug 1 2

Short hike - Jordan

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. You must register for each hike.

Fri Aug 1 3

Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, King St & Veteran’s Lane
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-8km

Description

This series of hikes will take various routes around Niagara-on-the-Lake.  Mostly paved pathways with some trail.  These hikes are great for veteran hikers who want to get to know beautiful NOTL and for beginners who want to build up their stamina for longer hikes.

Sat Aug 1 4

End to End #3 Staff Avenue to Decew

8:00 AM-1:00 PM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at DeCew House, DeCew Rd, Thorold (Map 3, km 29.8)

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 20.5 km

Description

End to end hike 3 of 5. This is a tough leg of the end to end hiking through Rockway and Short Hills. Bring Poles, Bug Spray, a drink and a snack

Sat Aug 1 4

Rockway Conservation Area

8:30 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Rockway Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 8k

Description

Hike through this beautiful wooded area, spectacular views, creeks & waterfalls.  Lots of good hills & strenuous terrain.

Sat Aug 1 4

Rim of Africa Terrace Falls

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Provincial Park Wiley Road Entrance

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k

Description

Loop hike from Pelham Road Parking lot towards Black Walnut Side Trail and on the main trail to Terrace Falls Side Trail.   Complete loop back up to Parking lot.   Bring Water Bug spray and sunscreen

Tue Aug 1 7

Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
12k

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Tue Aug 1 7

Short Hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring water and a snack, bug spray and sun screen

Wed Aug 1 8

A side order of trails

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Angels Gate Winery

Hike Leader(s): Karen Limardi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k

Description

Hike the side trails and main trail around angels gate winery including the Beamsville Bench, Angel and Mountainview Side Trails.

Thu Aug 1 9

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
12k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike

Thu Aug 1 9

Short hike - Jordan

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. You must register for each hike.

Fri Aug 2 0

Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, King St & Veteran’s Lane
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-8km

Description

This series of Friday hikes will take various routes around Niagara-on-the-Lake.  Mostly paved pathways with some trails.  These hikes are great for veterans who want to get to know beautiful NOTL and for beginners who want to build up their stamina.

Sat Aug 2 1

Niagara End to End #4 Decew to Woodend

8:00 AM-1:00 PM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at entrance to Woodend Conservation Area on Taylor Rd. NOTL (Map 2, km 15.2) Carpool.

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 16 km

Description

Hike #4 of End to End. Hike meanders through Brock University along the trail. There is some roadwork

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

Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 6 km

Description

Meet At Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road parking lot and hike the Woodend & Wetland Ridge Side Trails as well as the main trail. 

Sat Aug 2 1

Rotary Park

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Rotary Park, St. Catherine’s

Hike Leader(s): Dave Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 7 km

Description

We will hike the trails in & around Rotary Park.

Mon Aug 2 3

Rotary Park

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Rotary Park, St. Catherine’s

Hike Leader(s): Sheila Massey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 7 km

Description

We will hike the trails in & around Rotary Park.

Mon Aug 2 3

Silent Sturgeon Moon Night Hike

8:30 PM-10:30 PM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km

Description

Take in the Magical sights and sounds of Short hills for the Sturgeon Moon night Hike. Moderate silent hike on the trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring night light and dress for the weather . 5 night hikes to earn your badge

Tue Aug 2 4

Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
12k

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Tue Aug 2 4

Short Hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring water and a snack, bug spray and sun screen

Wed Aug 2 5

Rockway Conservation Area

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6k

Description

Hike through this beautiful wooded area, spectacular views, creeks & waterfalls.  Lots of good hills & strenuous terrain.

Thu Aug 2 6

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver
Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
12k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike

Thu Aug 2 6

Short hike - Jordan

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. You must register for each hike.

Fri Aug 2 7

Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

9:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, King St & Veteran’s Lane
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy

Description

This series of Friday hikes will take various routes around Niagara-on-the-Lake.  Mostly paved pathways with some trail.  These hikes are great for veterans who want to get to know beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake and for beginners who would like to build their stamina.

Sat Aug 2 8

Niagara End to End #5 Woodend to Queenston

8:00 AM-12:00 PM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Cairn, Queenston. Niagara Parkway. (Map 1, km 0.0) Carpool to Wood end. You will need to pay for parking
Bring Poles, Bug Spray, Drink and snack plus $5 for badge if you have completed all 5 hikes

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.2 km

Description

Last leg of the end to end from Woodend to the Cairn.

Sat Aug 2 8

Brock University Loop

8:30 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): From Glenridge Ave, head West on Lockhart Drive, park at the end of Road.

Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k

Description

Bring water, bug spray and hiking poles.

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

Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road parking lot

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 6 km

Description

Meet At Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road parking lot and hike the Woodend, Wetland Ridge & Margaret K Side Trails as well as the main trail. 

Tue Aug 3 1

Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

8:00 AM-10:30 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Tue Aug 3 1

Soldier on Cave Spring Witch Hunt CANCELLED

9:00 AM-12:00 PM
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Cancelled
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: 7k

Description

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

For Soldier On hikers only and by invitation

Tue Aug 3 1

Short Hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills

9:15 AM-10:45 AM
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Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring water and a snack, bug spray and sun screen