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  • 08
    October 8, 2023
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  • 09
    October 9, 2023
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  • 10
    October 10, 2023

    8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

    8:00 AM-10:30 AM
    10/10/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps):

    Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

    Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    : 10km

    Description

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

    Bring Poles water, snack, sunscreen and bug spray and dress for the weather

    9:15 Short Hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills

    9:15 AM-10:45 AM
    10/10/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park

    Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 6 kms

    Description

    Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park.  Bring water.

  • 11
    October 11, 2023

    9:00 Remembering the Six Nations' Role in the Battle of Queenston Heights, 13 OCT 1812

    9:00 AM-11:45 AM
    10/11/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps):

    Queenston Heights Park, near Bruce Trail Southern Terminus Cairn, km 0.0. Enter from Niagara Pkwy. A parking fee is charged.

    Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 10 kms

    Description

    This hike will recognize the contribution of the Six Nations during the Battle of Queenston Heights, Oct 13, 1812. We will take the main trail down the escarpment,  the Upper Canada Heritage Side Trail, the Major Teyoninhokarawen (“Tey-oh-nin-hock-ah-RAW-wen”) John Norton Side Trail up the escarpment, and then the main trail. A final stop at the Landscape of Nations Memorial will be included. It should take 2.5-2.75 hours depending on the conditions. The climbs up and down the escarpment can be slippery and offer poor footing, particularly if there has been rain. Hiking poles are recommended.

    Right click on/Open the link below to view a short video on the subject.

    https://www.historicacanada.ca/productions/minutes/queenston-heights

    Note: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning, to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are open to all and offered in a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.

     

  • 12
    October 12, 2023

    8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

    8:00 AM-10:30 AM
    10/12/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps):

    Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

    Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    : 10k

    Description

    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, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather

    9:00 Exploring Woodend Conservation Area, sections of the Bruce Trail and Side Trails

    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    10/12/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Woodend Conservation Area, Parking Lot near Taylor Rd

    Hike Leader(s): Mary-Lyn Hopper Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Moderate

    Description

    The series of hikes will provide opportunities to learn about the vegetation in the area, including invasive and native plants.

    9:15 Short Hike - Jordan Hollow

    9:15 AM-10:45 AM
    10/12/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, Jordan Station

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Strenuous
    Distance: 6 kms

    Description

    Hike the main and side trails around Jordan Hollow and Ball’s Falls.  Bring water and hiking boots.

  • 13
    October 13, 2023

    9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    10/13/2023
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    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 km

    Description

    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

  • 14
    October 14, 2023

    8:30 Woodend to Screaming Tunnel and Fireman's Park Loop

    8:30 AM-11:15 AM
    10/14/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: In and Out
    Location (Google Maps):

    Meet at Woodend Conservation Area off Taylor Road (Map 2)

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

    Pace: Brisk
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 14km

    Description

    Hike through Woodend along the Main Trail and Side Trails visiting the Screaming Tunnel and on to Fireman’s Park before returning. This hike qualifies for the hike required regarding the screaming tunnel badge

    9:00 Cave Spring Witch Hunt

    9:00 AM-11:15 AM
    10/14/2023
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    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

    10:00 NBTC FALL Nature Hike

    10:00 AM-11:30 AM
    10/14/2023
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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Louth Conservation Area

    Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: ~5km

    Description

    NBTC FALL NATURE HIKE

    Join us for the last hike of this series of four 2023 NBTC Nature Hikes to learn more about the biodiversity along the Niagara Escarpment.  We will explore the trails throughout Louth Conservation area which offer beauty in all four seasons.  Hikes will be held January, May, August & October – it will be amazing to see all the changes throughout the seasons.  Your hike leaders, members of the NBTC Biodiversity Committee, will share their knowledge of the amazing flora & fauna along the trail as well as any biodiversity projects in the works for this year.

    Be sure to register in advance as space is limited & the hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow.

    Contact Alicia Aitchison, aliciaaitchison1@gmail.com, with any questions.


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