Niagara

10:30 NBTC WINTER Nature Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Parking Lot C at Wiley Rd, Thorold, ON L0S 1E6

Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5km

Description

NBTC WINTER NATURE HIKE

Join us for the NBTC Nature Hike series to learn more about the biodiversity along the Bruce Trail.

This time, we will explore the trails throughout Short Hills Provincial Park. Hikes will be held February, 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 Parking Lot C at the end of Wiley Road. Hiking boots, icers and poles are recommend.

Note that the hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow. Lets hope for good cold weather!

9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

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

Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett 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

9:00 NOTL Black History SERIES - #4 of 4: The Early Black 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 kms

Description

This hike is to make up for one of the Black History hikes cancelled due to poor weather.

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.

*Dress for the weather. Icers are required. Hiking poles are recommended. We will stop several times at points of interest. Expect hike to take from 1.5-2 hours.

Hike 3 of 4 hikes in this series for 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.

Niagara Glen Hike

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

Meet at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre parking lot, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls. This is located between the Whirlpool Golf Course and the Niagara Botanical Gardens, on the river side of the Niagara Parkway. Parking fees may apply.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 10km

Description

Hike deep in the Niagara Gorge, along stairways cut into the rock and rugged paths that wind through this pristine pocket of Carolinian Forest. View ancient geological formations and fossils dating back millions of years, while hiking along the turbulent rapids of the Niagara River. This is a strenuous hike and there is a chance hikers will get wet. Depending on weather conditions, bring water, a snack, icers, gaiters and hiking poles, if necessary. Dress in layers. 🙂