Niagara

10:00 Vineland Estates Winery Hike and Wine Tasting Experience

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Park at Vineland Estates Winery 3620 Moyer Road, Vineland

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

We will hike on the main trail from Vineland Estates Winery towards Cave Springs Conservation Area and return back to Vineland Estates Winery by 11:30. Upon return we will enjoy a private structured wine tasting led by one of the knowledgeable and friendly winery staff from 11:30 to 12:00 noon. The cost for the tasting experience is $12.00 per person. Please bring your $12.00 with you as I will collect it prior to the tasting to simplify the payment to Vineland Estates Winery. Thank you.

Niagara E2E #5- New Badge

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Lions Pool, Grimsby

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 15.2km

Description

Earn the new E2E badge by completing the Niagara Section of the Bruce Trail in 5 hikes.    This series will run each Tuesday morning for 5 consecutive weeks.  If you are unable to attend all the hikes you can keep a log and complete the missed hikes at another time.  You will still be able to earn the badge once all the sections are complete.  Badges will be available for purchase at the end of the 5th hike. $10 for members, $15 for non members.

This is a carpool hike.  Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can arrange carpooling.  Driving is voluntary but we encourage all hikers to take their turn to help out.  Bring water and a snack.  The hikes go rain or shine. Poles, weather appropriate clothing, sturdy hiking shoes and bug spray are recommended.

We will carpool to Quarry Rd and hike back to the cars at Lions Club Pool, Grimsby.

9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga

Hosting Club: Niagara

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.

9:15 Summer 2024 BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #4 of 5: The Early Niagara Community

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: 5-6 km

Description

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) has a significant and nation-shifting Black history. Voices from the past will tell stories, enriching hikers’ understanding of how they shaped this town and nation.

See link below for a brief overview of NOTL’s Black History.

https://artsandculture.google.com/story/niagara-on-the-lake-s-black-history-niagara-historical-society-museum/-QXR3nRTdnmqJw?hl=en

*Be prepared for the sun/heat as this hike is largely in the open (e.g., hydration, sunscreen, etc.).

**This hike counts as 1 of the 3 required hikes  in the Summer 2024 series towards the Black History badge.

PLEASE 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 leaning and inclusion.