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To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 02October 2, 2022
11am Bruce Trail Day Easy Hike,
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/11am-bruce-trail-day-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): 135 Taylor Road, Niagara on the Lake (Niagara College campus) Follow the signs to the Greenhouse.Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 3 kmDescription
This is a leisurely hike through the Wetlands adjacent to Niagara college and ideal for the new hikers and those wishing to attend and celebrate Bruce Trail Day11:30 Bruce Trail Day Long Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1130-bruce-trail-day-long-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Niagara College Nursery Greenhouse
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 14kDescription
Come Celebrate Bruce Trail Day with a hike along the trail, We will hike from the college parking lot near the Greenhouse Nursery on the main trail through the screaming tunnel and on toward Mewburn Road return on the main trail and side trails12:00 Bruce Trail Day Nature Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1200-bruce-trail-day-nature-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Niagara College Parking lot near the Greenhouses. 135 Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Niagara Hike Leader Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 4-6kmDescription
Join us for a Bruce Trail Day celebration! Follow our BTC ecologist as she points out our plentiful biodiversity in Niagara. Wear good walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing.Check out NBTC information and merchandise before and after the hike.
1pm Bruce Trail Day Easy Family Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1pm-bruce-trail-day-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): 135 Taylor Rd. Niagara on the Lake (Niagara College Campus) Follow the signs to the GreenhouseHike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: ModerateDescription
This is a leisurely hike through the Wetlands adjacent to Niagara college and ideal for the new hikers and those wishing to attend and celebrate Bruce Trail Day2:00 pm Glenridge Quarry Loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/200-pm-glenridge-quarry-loop/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry Parking Lot, St. David’s Rd. , Map 3Hike Leader(s): Larry Lloyd Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 kmDescription
A combination of open trails with spectacular views across Lake Ontario and wooded trails including the main trail. - 03October 3, 2022
9:00am Side Trail Challenge #4 - Upper Canada Heritage & Alfred's Trot
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900am-side-trail-challenge-3-upper-canada-heritage-alfreds-trot/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Concession 2 & York Road. Park on York Road just west of Concession 2.Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 kmDescription
This hike follows the Upper Canada Heritage Trail to the main trail and includes a loop along Alfred’s Trot side trail and back. This hike will count towards the NBTC Side Trail badge. Required photos include: drystone wall and ruins of lime kilns. - 04October 4, 2022
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-16/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack and bug spray
9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-19/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial ParkHike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kilometresDescription
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring hiking boots and water. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike! - 05October 5, 2022
11:00 am Hike & Picnic
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1100-am-hike-picnic-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Locust Grove Picnic AreaHike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kmDescription
Hike around Queenston area. Optional outdoor gathering in Locust Grove including pot luck picnic. - 06October 6, 2022
8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-43/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10kDescription
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink
9:15 Short hike - Jordan Hollow
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-jordan-hollow-27/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow ParkHike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kilometresDescription
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Side Trail. Bring hiking boots and water. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike! - 07October 7, 2022
9:00 Fall Colours at the Botanical Gardens
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-fall-colours-at-the-botanical-gardens/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps):Floral Clock Parking Lot (no charge)
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 kmDescription
Enjoy the vivid colours of autumn flowers and trees. We will meet at the Floral Clock, walk along the Niagara River Parkway trail, and loop through the Botanical Garden to enjoy the glory of the fall colours. - 08October 8, 2022
9:00 Dump to Dump
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-dump-to-dump/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Park at Glenridge Quarry parking lot, St Catharines. Carpool to Fireman’s Park, Niagara Falls.Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 18kmDescription
Dumps can turn into great parks. We will hike from the top of what used to be a city dump to the top of another. Starting at Fireman’s Park we will hike towards the Bruce Trail and then stay on the trail until we get to Glenridge Quarry – our second dump.We will ask for volunteers to carpool (masks worn).
10:00 Merritt Island
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-merritt-island/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):Parking Lot on Merritt Island at the west end of cross street Welland
Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7kDescription
Flat hike along paved trail alongside the Welland Canal.