Niagara

8:30 Nokiidaa Trail to Fairy Lake

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): We will meet each other at the end of Holland River Blvd, Holland Landing, ON L9N 1C3 and we will park on Side-road Parking.

Hike Leader(s): Mehrnoush Ahmadi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 16km

Description

Embark on a journey that seamlessly connects nature and urban charm as Nokiidaa Trail winds its way through the heart of the city. This unique hiking experience lets you witness the juxtaposition of towering trees against the backdrop of cityscapes. As you traverse the trail, catch glimpses of city life while still immersing yourself in the peaceful embrace of green corridors. Nokiidaa Trail is not just a hike; it’s a dynamic exploration where the urban and natural worlds coalesce in a captivating dance.

Landowner Appreciation Celebration 2023

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Ball’s Falls Conservation Area – Centre for Conservation, Elgin Room – 3292 Sixth Ave. Lincoln. Park in the main parking area it is free for the event.

Hike Leader(s): Niagara Hike Leader Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 2 kms

Description

Attention all pastry chefs and fans of the Great Canadian Baking Show! Why not use your culinary skills to impress our valued landowners?

We are looking for hand held treats (ex. squares, tarts, cookies, shortbreads, brownies) for our annual Landowner Appreciation Celebration. We are asking bakers to bring along some homemade sweets for 6-8 people to enjoy.

The event will feature biodiversity hikes which you can sign up for on the day along with information from the biodiversity committee and BTC land stewardship. NBTC merchandise will be available for purchase at the event. Appetizers catered by Antipastos. Cash bar. Prize draws. Come out and say thank you to our landowners for allowing us to hike across their private properties. 

Biodiversity Hikes at Ball's Falls - Landowner Appreciation Celebration

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Ball’s Falls Conservation Area, Centre for Conservation, Elgin Room, 3292 Sixth Ave., Lincoln. Park in the main parking area it is free for the event.

Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: ~5kms

Description

Join us on this Biodiversity Hike led by Lyndsey Wilkerson, Landowner Stewardship Coordinator as well as other NBTC hike leaders & learn about the ecosystems in this area in recognition of our LANDOWNER APPRECIATION CELEBRATION! Please meet at the Elgin Room and we will split into smaller groups leaving at 3:00 and 3:30 pm depending on numbers.

Come for the hike but stay for the celebration! There will be food by Antipastos, a cash bar, prize raffle, biodiversity displays, merchandise sales and much more! A great opportunity to meet our Niagara landowners and to say thank you for allowing us to cross their private properties.

8:00 pm Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King St.

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

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

Description

Moonlight Night Hike – Take in the magic of the rising moon over Lake Ontario and the Niagara River. This hike includes a stop to connect with your senses – sights, sounds, smells and the rhythm of your breath. Counts towards your night hike badge (5 night hikes).

Niagara E2E - Hike #1

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Quarry Road Parking Lot (Map 4 km 67.9) and carpool to Grimsby Lions Community Pool, 1 Elm Street N 43.193201º, W 79.565301º

Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.2k

Description

Hike the entire Niagara section in 5 hikes from Grimsby to Queenston. Please bring snacks and water. Be prepared for weather. Poles are recommended. Bring $10 for badge once you have completed all hikes.

9:00 Queenston Heights Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Meet in Queenston Heights Parking lot (may have paid parking) near the Bruce Trail cairn. Enter the park from the roundabout, turn left and another immediate left to park near the cairn.

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

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

Description

Meet at the cairn.  We will hike on the main trail and some side trails at the beginning of this 900km Bruce Trail system.

9:00 Cave Spring Witch Hunt

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Parking lot Quarry Road Beamsville

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

Discover the history of the 19th Century Quarry Pioneers and the Cave Spring Witch. Complete this hike and count it towards the Screaming Tunnel Badge