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  • Loop 9:00 Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – Black History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    02/03/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-8km

    Description

    Black History Hike #1 – An Introduction to Black Slavery in Upper Canada

    Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination.  This series of four hikes will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community here in Upper Canada.

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times.  While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes.  Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

  • 9:30 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES – #1 of 4: An Introduction to Black Slavery in Upper Canada
    9:30 AM-11:00 AM
    02/03/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps):

    Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on Veteran’s Lane, past tennis courts

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6 km

    Description

    Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today. 

     

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

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  • Hike 9:00 Niagara Benchlands Badge Hike
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    02/06/2023

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    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 day

    Description

    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

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  • Loop Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – Black History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    02/10/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-8km

    Description

    Black History Hike #2 – Richard Pierpoint and the Coloured Corps.

    Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination.  This series of four hikes will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community here in Upper Canada.

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times.  While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes.  Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

  • Urban 9:30 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES – #2 of 4: Richard Pierpoint and The Coloured Corps
    9:30 AM-11:00 AM
    02/10/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps):

    Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre

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

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 7 km

    Description

    Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. You will find out about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.

     

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

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  • Hike 9:00 Niagara Benchlands Badge Hike
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    02/15/2023

    Click here for more information or to register

    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 day

    Description

    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

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  • Loop 9:00 Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – Black History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    02/17/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-8km

    Description

    Black History Hike #3 – The Long Road to Freedom

    Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination.  This series of four hikes will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community here in Upper Canada.

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times.  While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes.  Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

  • Urban 9:30 NOTL Black History SERIES – #3 of 4: The Long Road to Freedom
    9:30 AM-11:00 AM
    02/17/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps):

    Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre.

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 7.5 kms

    Description

    Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. You will find out about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.    

     

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

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  • Loop 9:00 Queenston Hike
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    02/19/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Queenston Heights Park, 14184 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0

    Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 7km

    Description

    Meet at the Southern Terminus cairn in the Queenston Heights parking lot. Please bring hiking poles and icers, in case it’s icy.

  • Youth Hike Youth Hike at Mud Lake (Ages 18-25 only) (CANCELLED)
    12:00 PM-1:30 PM
    02/19/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Youth Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Mud Lake Conservation Area, between Welland and Port Colborne.

    When inputting it into your navigation, it will stop early, the parking lot has a name sign and is just south of where it takes you.

    Hike Leader(s): Nolan Repovs Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk
    Terrain: Easy, Moderate
    Distance: 3 km

    Description

    Join me for our first youth hike on the calendar!

    A great chance to connect with like minded young people, and possibly network, or just enjoy the hike. Mud Lake features a large manmade lake that is shielded from most wind, making it a great spot to see birds

    It’s looking like it will be just below zero degrees, and we can expect it to be very muddy! We will meet at the parking lot at noon, start the hike around 12:10pm

    Ages 18-25 only 

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  • 9:00 Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – Black History
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    02/24/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 6-8km

    Description

    Black History Hike #4 – Early Niagara Community

    Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination.  This series of four hikes will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community here in Upper Canada.

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times.  While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes.  Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

  • Urban 9:30 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES – #4 of 4: The Early Niagara Community
    9:30 AM-11:00 AM
    02/24/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps):

    Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 5.2 km

    Description

    Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. This hike will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community here in Upper Canada.

     

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

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  • Urban 2:00 Discover BLACK HISTORY in NOTL
    2:00 PM-4:00 PM
    02/26/2023

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps):

    Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 7 km

    Description

    This hike will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community in what once once part of Upper Canada.  This hike covers information from the Black History Series offered on Fridays this month in NOTL.

    We will end at the Niagara Historical Museum, where there is free admission to Niagara residents this month.  Participants may want to consider visiting the museum before and/or after this hike. The galleries have integrated the Black history components into the main text, inclusive, not exclusive of other events.

    Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

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