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9:00 Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour - Black History
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-black-history/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): 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
Black History Hike #1 – An Introduction to Black Slavery in Upper CanadaSince 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
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/930-notl-black-history-series-1-of-4-an-introduction-to-black-slavery-in-upper-canada/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):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 kmDescription
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.