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Niagara
Join us for a hike! Registration required:
All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.
TIP: The calendar view displays up to 7 hikes on a day, but often there are more. Click “More events” to see them all.
To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 18August 18, 2024
Cancelled - (risk of thunderstorms) 10:00 NBTC SUMMER Nature Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-nbtc-summer-nature-hike-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps):Louth Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5kmDescription
NBTC SUMMER NATURE HIKEJoin us for the NBTC Nature Hike series 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.
Parking is at the Louth Conservation Area Parking Lot on Staff Ave. Hiking boots and poles are recommend as the terrain is very rocky in sections.
Note that the hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow.
- 19August 19, 2024No events
- 20August 20, 2024
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-50/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hikeBring Poles, Sunscreen, bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather
9:15 Short hike Short Hills Park Pelham Rd
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-9/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): Short Hills Provincial Park, PelhamRdHike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: ModerateDescription
Hike the trails in Short Hills Provincial Park. Please bring water, sunscreen and bug spray. Following the hike check ourself for ticks and clean boots to prevent the spread of invasive species. - 21August 21, 2024
Easy Does It Hike, Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/easy-does-it-hike-glenridge-quarry-naturalization-site/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): 1860 Sir Isaac Brock Way, St. Catharines, ON L2T 4C2Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5 KmDescription
- 22August 22, 2024
8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-76/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kDescription
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 weather9:15 Short hike - in and around Jordan
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-in-and-around-jordan-4/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Sho’arishon Park (formerly Jordan Hollow)
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: ModerateDescription
Hike the main and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start of hike. - 23August 23, 2024
Niagara-on-the-Lake Toura
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-toura/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Meet on King St near Centre St just outside of Veterans Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7kmDescription
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
Robin & Margaret
- 24August 24, 2024
Easy Does It Hike, Merritt Island Park
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/easy-does-it-hike-merritt-island-park/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Merritt islandHike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5 KmDescription
9:15 SUMMER 2024 BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #5 of 5: Chloe Cooley and the Beginning of the End Black Enslavement in Upper Canada
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-summer-2024-black-history-series-5-of-5-chloe-cooley-and-the-beginning-of-the-end-black-enslavement-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: 5-6 kmDescription
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) has a significant and nation-shifting Black history. On this hike, voices from the past will tell their stories, enriching hikers understanding of how they shaped this town and nation.
This is the last of the Summer 2024 series of hikes.
*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 opened to all and offered in a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.