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To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 15January 15, 2023No events
- 16January 16, 2023
Niagara Benchlands Badge Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-benchlands-badge-hike-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: Hike
Location (Google Maps):We will meet at Jordan Hollow Park, King St (Hwy 81) across from Boo’s Restaurant 3039 King St, Jordan Station
After completing the Ball’s Falls hike, we will drive to Jordan Main Street Parking Lot beside RPM Bakehouse ( 43.1492718 -79.3696930) and complete the walking tour of the town.
Hikers have the option to do the next hike from Mountainview Conservation (43.157888 -79.498415) independently or with the leader on the same day.Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 9-15 km dependent on doing 3rd hike from Mountainview Conservation Area the same dayDescription
This series of 3 hikes is a joint effort of NBTC and the Lincoln Museum to introduce hikers to the Niagara Benchlands area. We will complete the Ball’s Falls hike first, then move to the town of Jordan and explore the historical homes in town as well as the Museum if it is open.Please refer to the following site for badge requirements: http://niagarabrucetrail.club/wp/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Niagara-Benchlands-Badge.pdf
It is also recommended to download the following pdf: https://qrco.de/bch3Qi and print the map on page 10 of the PDF
After these 2 sections are completed, hikers will have the option to 1) continue to Mountainview Conservation to complete the third hike with the hike leader or 2) complete this hike independently when convenient. If #2 is the choice, then hikers will need to submit the required information independently to receive the badge.
If completing all 3 hikes, then badges will be available after the third hike. Members $10, Non members $15
- 17January 17, 2023
9:00 Long Hike ROCKWAY
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-8/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): Rockway Conservation area
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10kmDescription
Hike moved to Rockway until further noticeExplore 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
9:15 Rotary Park, St Catharines NOTE LOCATION CHANGE
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-34/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): Rotary Park, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kilometresDescription
Hike the trails in Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots, icers and water. - 18January 18, 2023
Niagara Winter End to End #3 Glen Road to Roland Road
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-winter-end-to-end-3-glen-road-to-roland-road/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): Short Hills Parking Lot at Roland Road. Car Pool to Glen RoadHike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 13 kmsDescription
We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2022 to March 21, 2023.
Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 5 - 19January 19, 2023
9:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-33/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. Dress for the weatherBring Poles, snack a drink and icers
9:15 Short hike, Jordan Hollow
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-jordan-hollow-39/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 Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kilometresDescription
Hike the main trail and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots, icers and water. - 20January 20, 2023
10:30 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour - FOLLOWED BY OUTDOOR SKATING
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-9/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial ParkHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-8kmDescription
Note: Optional – We will go to the skating rink at Pillar & Post after the hike. Bring skates. Skate rentals available for $5.
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
- 21January 21, 2023
8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #1 Grimsby to Kinsman Park
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-1-grimsby-to-kinsman-park/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 Kinsmen Park Frost Rd Beamsville. Carpool to Lions Pool Grimsby 43.193201 79.565301Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 13.5Description
We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2022 to March 21, 2023.
Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 510:00am Decew House
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000am-decew-house/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: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Decew House. Decew Road West of Merritville Highway.Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5 kmDescription
Hike from Decew House on the main trail along Lake Moodie and visit Decew Falls at the Morningstar MillDress for the weather and bring ices, poles and a drink