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March | March | 1 | 2 | 3 - 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 04/03/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-9/2025-04-03/  Hiking around Jordan 9:15 AM-11:00 AM 04/03/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-29/2025-04-03/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara 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
| 4  9:00am Niagara Shores Park Beachcoming Hike 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 04/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900am-niagara-shores-park-beachcoming-hike-4/2025-04-04/ 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, wet and exposed areas. Hat, Icer’s and poles are highly recommended. Please note: This is not a maintained trail so caution is needed.
 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 04/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-37/2025-04-04/  Click here for more information or to register 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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6 | 7 | 8 | 9 - 8:30 Welland Canals Badge Hike #1 Allenburg Bridge to Mountain Locks Park
8:30 AM-2:00 AM 04/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-welland-canals-badge-hike-1-allenburg-bridge-to-mountain-locks-park/2025-04-09/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at Allanburg Bridge, Lundy’s Lane, Allanburg, ON Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 18.9 km Description
This is the first of 4 hikes in the Welland Canal series of hikes during which we will see parts of all 4 canals. It’s a long hike but is mostly on paved surfaces and flat terrain. Bring a snacks/water and dress for the weather as it is more exposed along the canal. See website for details about the photographs which we are required to take along the way. Upon completion of all 4 hikes you will have the option to purchase the Welland Canal Badge for $10.
| 10 | 11 - 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 04/11/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-38/2025-04-11/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara 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
| 12   Fort to Fort ENTIRE 2 DAY, April 12, 13, 2025 6:45 AM-3:00 PM 04/12/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/fort-to-fort-entire-2-day-april-12-13-2025/2025-04-12/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Kingsbridge Park, Chippawa, Ont Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 57 km over 2 days Description
You are SIGNING UP FOR BOTH DAYS New Badge!
Hike the entire length of the Niagara Parkway, from Fort George to Fort Erie, over two days. Enjoy approximately 27 KM each day of beautiful river scenery. Small hills involved but mostly paved paths with some road walking. This is a self-led hike. Meet at Kingsbridge Park each day at 6:45. You will be bussed to starting point each day. Registration is $65 (members) or $75 (non-members). Fee includes bus, parking pass, checkpoints and badge. Event Coordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com
- Fort to Fort FIRST DAY ONLY April 12, 2025
6:45 AM-3:00 PM 04/12/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/fort-to-fort-first-day-only-april-12-2025/2025-04-12/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Kingsbridge Park, Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, ON Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 27km Description
Meet at Kingsbridge Park at 6:45 a.m. You will be bussed to Fort George. Hike from Fort George to Kingsbridge Park , approximately 27 km. Small hills involved but mostly paved paths with some road walking. 2 checkpoints along the way. This hike is for hikers who are only going to do Day 1 of the Fort to Fort. This is a self-led hike. Masks are optional on buses. Registration is $50 for one day. Fee includes bus, parking pass, and checkpoints . Event Co-ordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com
 8:00 pm Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake 8:00 PM-8:30 PM 04/12/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-pm-moonlight-night-hike-in-niagara-on-the-lake-8/2025-04-12/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
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: 6-7 km Description
Moonlight Night Hike – Take in the magic of the rising moon over Lake Ontario and the Niagara River. This hike includes a stop to connect with your senses – sights, sounds, smells and the rhythm of your breath. Counts towards your night hike badge (5 night hikes).
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13 - Fort to Fort SECOND DAY ONLY April 13, 2025
6:45 AM-3:00 PM 04/13/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/fort-to-fort-second-day-only-april-13-2025/2025-04-13/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Kingsbridge Park, Chippawa, Ontario Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 30.5 km ( could be 27 km if bridge at Black Creek is open) Description
Meet at Kingsbridge Park at 6:45. You will be bussed to Old Fort Erie. Hike back to Kingsbridge Park from Old Fort Erie. Terrain is flat with mostly paved paths. There are 2 checkpoints along the way. This registration is for those hikers who are only doing the second day of the Fort to Fort. This is a self-led hike. Registration is $50. (members) , $60 (non-members) for 1 day. Fee includes bus, parking pass, and checkpoints . Event Coordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com
| 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 - 9:00 Queenston Heights
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 04/17/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-queenston-heights-3/2025-04-17/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Locust Grove Picnic Area. Free parking. Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 km Description
Let’s hike the main trail and some side trails from Locust Grove Picnic Area. This may involve ascending the escarpment depending on the route we take, but we will take it slowly. Dress for the weather and bring poles and a snack.
- 9:00 am Long Hike Glen Road Jordan
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 04/17/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-11/2025-04-17/ - Hiking Around Cave springs. NEW LOCATION
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 04/17/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-cave-springs-new-location-2/2025-04-17/
| 18 - 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 04/18/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-39/2025-04-18/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara 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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20  Behind Brock 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 04/20/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/behind-brock/2025-04-20/
| 21 - Family Nature Hike
1:00 PM-2:30 PM 04/21/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/family-nature-hike/2025-04-21/
| 22 - EARTH DAY,
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 04/22/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/earth-day/2025-04-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): 5 St Paul St, St Catharines, On. Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5km Description
EARTH DAY, 5km loop on 12 Mile Creek, bonus stay to help with clean-up/tree planting! Sally McGraw Real Estate has offered free parking at the back lot. Lindsay Taylor, Certified Arborist will give a short talk on the history and work being done on the 12 Mile Creek.
- 9:00 Decew House (LOCATION CHANGE)
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 04/22/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-decew-house-location-change-4/2025-04-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Decew House St Catharines Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km Description
Explore 12 mile creek and surrounding areas. Register for each hike Bring Poles, snack, and dress for the weather
- 9:15 Short Hike – Rotary Park, St. Catharines
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 04/22/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-rotary-park-st-catharines-18/2025-04-22/
| 23 | 24 - 9:00 am Long Hike Glen Road Jordan
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 04/24/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-12/2025-04-24/ - 9:00 Queenston Heights
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 04/24/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-queenston-heights-4/2025-04-24/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Locus Grove Picnic Area. Free parking. Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 km Description
Let’s hike the main trail and some side trails from Locust Grove Picnic Area. This may involve ascending the escarpment depending on the route we take, but we will take it slowly. Dress for the weather and bring poles, water and a snack.
- Hiking Around Cave springs. NEW LOCATION
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 04/24/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-cave-springs-new-location-5/2025-04-24/
| 25 - 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 04/25/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-40/2025-04-25/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara 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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 Hiking 101April 27, May 4, May 25, 2025 10:30 AM-1:00 PM 04/27/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-101april-27-may-4-may-25-2025/2025-04-27/ This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2025-04-27 at 10:30 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Register
Location (Google Maps): April 27: Kinsmen Park, Frost Rd, Beamsville
May 4: Louth Conservation Area
May 25: Queenston Heights Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5-6 km Description
Hiking 101 is an introductory course for novice hikers, members and non-members alike. If you want some guidance on where to begin, what to wear, and what to take along, this is the course for you. The course is 3 Sunday afternoon sessions with a combination of workshop/Q& A followed by short hikes along the trail. Dress in weather appropriate clothing and wear good walking shoes. Time: 10:30 am – 1pm Meeting locations: Sunday, April 27- Kinsmen Park, Kinsmen Rd & Frost Rd., Beamsville N 43.146108 W 79.475609 Sunday, May 4- Louth Conservation Area, parking lot off of Staff Avenue, Louth, 500 m north of Pelham Rd (Regional Road 69) N 43.121706 W 79.351235 Sunday May 25 – Queenston Height Park, near the Bruce Trail Cairn N 43.157826 W 79.052045 Registration is Members $30, Non-Members $40. Upon completing the three sessions, you will receive a FREE tube scarf ($15 value)
| 28 | 29 - 9:00 Decew House (LOCATION CHANGE)
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 04/29/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-decew-house-location-change-5/2025-04-29/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Decew House St Catharines Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km Description
Explore 12 mile creek and surrounding areas. Register for each hike Bring Poles, snack, and dress for the weather
- 9:15 Short Hike – Rotary Park, St. Catharines
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 04/29/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-rotary-park-st-catharines-16/2025-04-29/  10:00am Invasive Species Removal Hike 10:00 AM-1:00 PM 04/29/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000am-invasive-species-removal-hike/2025-04-29/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): 85 Park Road South, Grimsby, ON Hike Leader(s): Michele Altobelli Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 4km Description
Join us to HELP FILL THE CRIB!! We will hike in from Ridge Road picking invasive plants such as garlic mustard and greater celandine along the way (reusable grocery bags or garbage bags work well). Once at the crib location, we will dump our bags and pick garlic mustard in that area for a while, dump it, then hike back out. Plenty of native spring plants to admire along the way – reducing invasive plants will give these species a chance to thrive! - you must register and submit a completed waiver for this hike
- Students under 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian on this hike (please refer to the BTC link https://brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/VOL.05.01_Minors_Volunteering_Policy_-_Approved_February_2016.pdf )
- 16 or more but under 18? Bring a waiver signed by a guardian.
- students wishing to receive community service hours (4Hours) MUST bring service forms from school.
- Please wear clothes for work – long pants tucked into socks, appropriate footwear (no sandals), long sleeves and work gloves
- please bring empty bags for collecting
| 30 - 8:30 Welland Canals Badge Hike #4 Port Dalhousie
8:30 AM-10:30 AM 04/30/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-welland-canals-badge-hike-4-port-dalhousie/2025-04-30/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Park at Port Dalhousie Public Parking lot. No payment necessary. Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7 km Description
DON’T FORGET TO BRING $10. This is the final hike in the Welland Canal series of 4 hikes. You will see the original entry point of 3 of the 4 canals as well as other interesting things relating to the canals. Bring snacks/water and dress for the weather.
Please bring $10 if you have completed all 4 hikes and would like the Welland Canal badge.
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