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May | May | May | May | May | May | 1 - 9:00am Niagara Shores Park Beachcoming Hike
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 06/01/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900am-niagara-shores-park-beachcoming-hike/2024-06-01/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Corner of Niven Road and Lakeshore Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Park along Old Lakeshore Road. Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5-6km Description
Explore a lakeshore park, shoreline and cliff top trail in Niagara-on-the-Lake. This beachcombing hike involves uneven ground, clambouring over fallen trees, a pebbly beach, sandy and wet areas. Dress for possible cold wind off the lake and bring poles if needed for stability.
- 9:00 Kinsmen Park, Beamsville
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 06/01/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-kinsmen-park-beamsville/2024-06-01/
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2 | 3 | 4 | 5  LETCHWORTH STATE PARK, FLT LETCHWORTH BRANCH TRAIL 6:00 AM-6:30 PM 06/05/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/letchworth-state-park-flt-letchworth-branch-trail/2024-06-05/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot on Lakeshore Road at corner of Beatrice St., Fort Erie, Ontario Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Fast
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 35 KM Description
NOTE: THIS HIKE IS EXTREME IN TERMS OF DISTANCE AND PACE. Another Letchworth State Park hike will be hosted in September which will be moderate in pace and distance, thereby appealing to the average interest of this hiking community. Letchworth State Park, renowned as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs–as high as 600 feet in some places–surrounded by lush forests. The plan is to meeting in Fort Erie at 6am and carpool 1.5 hours to Letchworth State Park. At that point we will need to spot cars at either end of the park, taking approximately 1 hour. Hikers must be able to hike 4.5 km/hour to cover 35 km over a 8-8.5 hour period. There is an overall 1820 feet elevation gain along the trail. The Letchworth Trail is a branch of the FLT. For more about FLT (Finger Lakes Trail) https://fingerlakestrail.org/plan-hikes-finger-lakes-trail/about-the-finger-lakes-trail/ Proper documentation for travel to the USA is required. Costs for gas, tolls and park entrance will be shared amongst participants in the vehicle that you will be car pooling in.
| 6 | 7  9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 06/07/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-some-yoga-16/2024-06-07/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
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 km Description
Enjoy the benefits of pausing for a yoga practice as we tour through the trails, parkland and Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake. No mat required. Movement will focus on a flow of standing poses designed especially for hikers. Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL.
| 8  9:00 Easy Does it Hike 9:00 AM-10:15 AM 06/08/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-easy-does-it-hike-3/2024-06-08/  Louth Conservation 9:00 AM-12:00 PM 06/08/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/louth-conservation/2024-06-08/
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9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 06/14/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-54/2024-06-14/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Meet on King St near Centre St, at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7km 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 Margaret Northfield & Robin Garrett
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16 - 10;00 Lock 3 picnic
10:00 AM-12:00 PM 06/16/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-lock-3-picnic/2024-06-16/
| 17 | 18 | 19  11:00 am Hike & Picnic 11:00 AM-1:00 PM 06/19/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1100-am-hike-picnic-15/2024-06-19/
| 20 | 21 - 9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga
9:00 AM-11:00 AM 06/21/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-some-yoga-17/2024-06-21/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
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 km Description
Enjoy the benefits of pausing for a yoga practice as we tour through the trails, parkland and Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake. No mat required. Movement will focus on a flow of standing poses designed especially for hikers. Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL.
| 22   Laura Secord Special Event Hike 5:45 AM-2:30 PM 06/22/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/laura-secord-special-event-hike/2024-06-22/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Niagara Region Office, 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Distance: 32 kms Description
This is a self-led hike. Hike along the Bruce Trail from Laura Secord’s Homestead in Queenston to Decew House in Thorold. Participants will be transported by bus from check in at Niagara Region office to the start of the hike and will hike at their own pace to the final checkpoint. There will be volunteer drivers available to drive you back to your car once the hike is over. You may be asked to wear a mask in the car. Bring snacks, water and bug spray. We also recommend sunscreen, basic first aid supplies, spare socks and a cell phone. There will be 3 checkpoints (2 along the trail and one at the end) to replenish water and snacks and anyone wishing to drop out of the hike should do so at a checkpoint. Hikers are responsible for informing club volunteers of their intention to drop out. You will receive a reminder email two days before the event with further details about the hike.
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23 - CANCELLED Niagara Benchlands Badge Hike
9:00 AM-1:00 PM 06/23/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-benchlands-badge-hike-4/2024-06-23/  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): Sam Rutherford 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. Art Lives Here is a community wide festival and art trail that celebrates the vibrant arts and culture offerings of Lincoln on the weekend June 21, 22 & 23. Costumed interpreters will be onsite at the schoolhouse that weekend to add to the fun. 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
| 24 | 25 - NEW TIME 8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
8:00 AM-10:30 AM 06/25/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/new-time-800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-8/2024-06-25/ Click here for more information or to register 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 bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather - 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 06/25/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-7/2024-06-25/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd parking lot Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms Description
Hike the main and side trails in Shorthills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray. Please help prevent the spread of invasive species by cleaning your boots following the hike. Please check yourself for ticks following the hike.
| 26 | 27 | 28 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:45 AM 06/28/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-55/2024-06-28/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield 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 Margaret Northfield & Robin Garrett
| 29 - New Badge! Niagara E2E Hike #1
8:30 AM-12:00 PM 06/29/2024 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/new-badge-niagara-e2e-hike-1/2024-06-29/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Grimsby Lions Community Pool, 1 Elm St., Grimsby N43.193201 W79.565301
Carpool to Quarry Rd km 66.7 N43.142846 W79.458913 Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 15.2 Description
Hike the entire Niagara section in 5 hikes from Grimsby to Queenston to receive the NEW BADGE! Please bring snacks and plenty of water. Be prepared for the weather. Poles are recommended. Bring $10 for the new badge on the final day if you have completed all 5 hikes.
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