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  • Urban 9:00 NOTL Black History SERIES – #4 of 4: The Early Black Community
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    03/01/2025

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    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
    9:15 AM-12:30 PM
    03/01/2025

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    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. 🙂

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  • In and Out 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring
    9:00 AM-11:30 AM
    03/06/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps):

    Cave Spring Conservation Area

    Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    10k

    Description

    From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather

  • Hike Hiking around Jordan
    9:15 AM-11:00 AM
    03/06/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Shoarishon Park (formerly known as Jordan Hollow)

    Note: Due to construction at Shoarishon Park, Boo’s Restaurant across the street is allowing us to use their premises to park

    Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 6 – 7 km

    Description

    Hike various trails in and around Jordan (Balls Falls, Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey’s Bridge and through the village of Jordan

  • Welland Canal Series: Port Dalhousie
    9:30 AM-3:00 PM
    03/06/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Sydenham
    Category: Historical Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Port Dalhousie Public Parking lot. N43.203031 W79.265362

    Hike Leader(s): Karen Buschert Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
    Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., There might be muddy sections.
    Distance: Varies depending on day: 7km with optional 9 km hike along the Merritt Trail afterwards

    Description

    Day 1 Port Dalhousie loop (~7 km *+ 9 km optional Merritt trail)

    This hike series begins with a loop near the original entrance to the Welland Canal (the First, Second and Third versions). When the Fourth Welland Canal was built, the entry point was changed to Port Weller, thus making a new, more direct route to Port Colborne and Lake Erie. This is Hike #4 of the Welland Canal Badge.

    Park at Port Dalhousie Public Parking lot. Free parking in the off season. N43.203031 W79.265362

    * If people wish to hike longer, we will have an option to do about 9 km of the Merritt Trail which starts at the same location. If interested in that option, please contact me so I can make arrangements for car shuttling prior to the hike.

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  • Urban 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    03/07/2025

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

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

    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

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  • Urban 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    03/14/2025

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    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

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  • Cancelled CANCELLED 9:00 Millennium Recreational Trail Hike
    9:00 AM-11:00 AM
    03/15/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Cancelled
    Location (Google Maps): Whirlpool Road at hydro canal in Niagara Falls

    Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 8 km

    Description

    Hike along the paved multi-use Millennium Recreational Trail following the Chippawa-Queenston hydro canal in Niagara Falls.
    Limited parking so consider carpooling with a friend if possible.
    Dress for the weather and bring snack and water.

  • Loop Queenston Loop
    9:00 AM-11:30 AM
    03/15/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Meet near the washrooms near the Queenston Heights Restaurant

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

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 10 km

    Description

    We will hike around Queenston Heights Park using the main trail and a couple of the side trails.  Poles and icers may be required.

     

  • Paid Outing  ABC’s of Hiking Poles
    10:00 AM-3:00 PM
    03/15/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land, Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley, Sydenham, Peninsula
    Category: Special Event
    Location (Google Maps): BTC Office in Dundas

    Hike Leader(s): BTC Staff Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
    Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
    Distance: 6-7 km’s

    Description

    Learn everything there is to know about the ABCs of Hiking Poles in this informative, engaging and interactive presentation. Developed and facilitated by Margaret O’Dell, this session will cover everything about hiking poles including attributes, benefits and cons. Bring your hiking poles (if you own a pair), so we can compare the different attributes of various brands and styles. We’ll draw from our collective experiences and founded research to learn from one another about good hiking pole etiquette. The session will conclude with a fun game – the winner will go home with a free pair of Cascade Mountain Trek Hiking Poles.

    There will be an optional hike along the Tews Falls Side Trail after lunch – please indicate if you will be attending this optional hike in your registration or by using the Contact the Hike Leader button .

    Refreshments will be provided with registration and lunch for anyone attending the optional hike portion.

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  • Urban 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    03/21/2025

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    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

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  • Event Hikes NBTC DEI Committee Virtual Open Meeting (Zoom)
    6:00 PM-7:00 PM
    03/26/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Event Hikes
    Location (Google Maps): Zoom (Link will be provided by email to registrants)

    Hike Leader(s): Angela Lytle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Description

    Open Meeting: NBTC DEIB committee

    The Niagara Bruce Trail Club Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) committee needs your help.

    We meet regularly as a committee but are opening up several meetings a year to invite you to join us as we promote the Bruce Trail for All!

    We are working to identify barriers to members participating in group hikes, barriers to non-members engaging with the club, and barriers to volunteers becoming hike leaders. We are also exploring proactive ways to offer hikes and join events that help connect more community members to the trail.

    We invite you to join us to learn more or contribute ideas.

    We are holding an open meeting on Wednesday March 26, at 6pm via Zoom.  Interested in participating?  Register here and we will send you the Zoom link to join online ahead of the meeting.

    Agenda for March 26 meeting:

    • Quick intro to what we do as the NBTC DEIB committee and our plans for 2025
    • Discussion of a draft member survey to identify barriers people experience to hiking on the Niagara Bruce Trail
    • New types of hikes we should consider offering/plan to offer
    • Events the NBTC should consider participating in this year

    Join us to share your thoughts and opinions!

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  • Urban 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    03/28/2025

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    Hosting Club: Niagara, Blue Mountains
    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

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  • Loop Niagara Glen Hike
    9:00 AM-12:00 PM
    03/29/2025

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    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): Marion Hanover 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.

  • Cancelled Niagara Gorge, American side CANCELLED
    9:30 AM-12:30 PM
    03/29/2025

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

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    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Cancelled
    Location (Google Maps): Whirlpool State Park, Niagara Scenic Pkwy, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, United States

    Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 8 km

    Description

    Let’s explore the Niagara gorge from the American side.  Proper documentation needed to cross into the United States.

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