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To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 13November 13, 2022
14:00 NBTC Side Trail Challenge #4 Upper Canada Heritage & Alfred's Trot - Make-Up Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1400-nbtc-side-trail-challenge-4-upper-canada-heritage-alfreds-trot-make-up-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): Concession 2 & York Road. Park on York Road just west of Concession 2.Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 kmsDescription
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. - 14November 14, 2022
9:00am NBTC Side Trail Challenge #1 - Woodend - Wetland Ridge Loop (REPEAT)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900am-nbtc-side-trail-challenge-1-woodend-wetland-ridge-loop-repeat/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): Entrance to Woodend Conservation Area off Taylor RoadHike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8kDescription
This hike follows the main trail to Wetland Ridge side trail; includes in and out along the Niagara College side trail; back along the Wetland Ridge side trail until it meets the main trail; Margaret Kalogeropoulos side trail and back to the main trail. Bring poles and prepare for muddy conditions. Counts toward the Niagara Side Trail Badge. Required photos include: outdoor classroom, First Nations, Métis & Inuit garden, constant gardener bench, wood duck nesting box, lime kiln ruins, and Margaret Kalogeropoulos side trail sign.You must complete all 20 side trails with required photos to earn your badge.
9:00 Hiking in and around Rotary Park
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-hiking-in-and-around-rotary-park-2/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): 395 Pelham Road, regional Road 69, St. Catharines
Hike Leader(s): Sheila Massey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6kDescription
Hiking various trails in and around Rotary Park and along 12 Mile Creek - 15November 15, 2022
9:00 NEW TIME Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-new-time-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-2/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):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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 dress for the weather
- 16November 16, 2022
11:00 am Hike & Picnic
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1100-am-hike-picnic-5/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. - 17November 17, 2022
9:00 am NEW TIME Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-new-time-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-2/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):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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
- 18November 18, 2022
9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-4/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): 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 kmDescription
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
10:00 Buckthorn Pull Party
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-buckthorn-pull-party-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Citizen Science
Location (Google Maps):Roadside parking on St Paul Ave, Niagara Falls
by the railroad tracksHike Leader(s): Susan Gammage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 2kDescription
Please join us at our Buckthorn Pull Party. We will hike in a short distance to remove invasive Buckthorn in an area known to have protect native species. We will be pulling the smaller plants by hand and using extractagators to pry up the larger bushes. Work gloves will be provided. Please bring lopers if you have some and water to drink. Long sleeves are recommended. Please contact Susan with any questions at 289 447-1026. - 19November 19, 2022
9:00am Woodend
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900am-woodend/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): Woodend Conservation Area – km 14.1. Enter from Taylor Rd., 140 north of Warner Rd.Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kmDescription
Hike the main trail and several side trails. The Niagara College Side Trail feature various points of interest while the main trail we will follow offers a view of multi-layered rock formations and a large block of dolostone that has broken away from the Escarpment.
9:00 Laura Secord - 2 of 2
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-laura-secord-2-of-2/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): Meet at DeCew House Heritage Park, DeCew Rd, ThoroldHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15kmDescription
Second hike to earn Laura Secord independent badge. Meet at DeCew House Heritage Park. Carpool to Woodend Conservation Area and hike back to DeCew House. Upon completion, badges can be purchased. $10 for members, $15 for non-members.Hiking poles recommended. Bring water, snack/lunch.