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December	December	December	December	1 10:30 New Years Day Long President’s Hike @ Fireman’s Park 10:30 New Years Day Long President’s Hike @ Fireman’s Park 10:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/01/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1030-new-years-day-long-presidents-hike-firemans-park-4/2026-01-01/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Fireman’s Park – Upper Parking Lot Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate Distance: ~10 km Description Join us for our annual New Year’s Day President’s Hike Celebration! This is the longer of two hikes available to register for – we will hike a loop around Fireman’s Park ~ 2.5 hours- 10:30am start. Pot luck New Years Celebration to follow under the gazebo @ 1:00pm- bring your favorite pot luck item to share! Members who don’t want to hike can meet at 1:00pm at the gazebo for the Happy New Year celebration. 11am, President’s Hike, short 11am, President’s Hike, short 11:00 AM-12:30 PM 01/01/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/11am-presidents-hike-short/2026-01-01/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Meet in the upper parking lot of Fireman’s Park, 2275 Dorchester Rd, Niagara Falls (corner of Dorchester and Mountain Reds. Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 5-6km Description Join us for the first hike of the year with NBTC President, Ellen Savoie. Meet at the upper parking lot of Fireman’s park. Wear weather appropriate clothes. Poles and icers may be needed depending upon the weather. Bring potluck to share with your fellow hikers. Outdoor picnic – dress accordingly.	2 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/02/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-52/2026-01-02/ 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	3 Niagara End to End for the Stained Glass Badge – Fundraiser Hike – Multi day hike series – Jan 3,4,10,11, 2026 Meet time 7:45am Niagara End to End for the Stained Glass Badge – Fundraiser Hike – Multi day hike series – Jan 3,4,10,11, 2026 Meet time 7:45am 8:00 AM-3:00 PM 01/03/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-end-to-end-for-the-stained-glass-badge-fundraiser-hike-multi-day-hike-series-jan-341011-2026-meet-time-745am/2026-01-03/ This is a Multi-Day Hike You are signing up for the following dates: 2026-01-03, 2026-01-04, 2026-01-10, 2026-01-11 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike Location (Google Maps): All locations are in the details below. No other communication will be shared unless we have weather issues. Please show up for all hikes by 7:45am to allow enough time to get ready for the hike and to share any information. Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing Distance: Between 17.50 and 25km Description This is a monetized hike with the proceeds going towards the Niagara Bruce Trail Club – “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone, forever.” Your badge depicting the white-tailed deer, the hike logistics, shared shuttle driving and hike guidance are all included in your fee. Since it is the intention to run a similar hike in all sections this year, why not join the Bruce Trail Conservancy if you are not already a member? Please use my code 67abd1234c568 until the end of 2025 to receive free digital maps as well as all the other great benefits included with membership. https://brucetrail.org/product-category/memberships/ Please read all details for this hike to ensure it is suitable for you. The pace and terrain are particularly important details. This is a multi-day hike – Jan 3/4, 2026 and Jan 10/11, 2026. Please save Jan 18th for a makeup date in case of inclement weather on the first two weekends. Day 1 – January 3/26 Meet – Off road parking: North side of Glendale Ave 50m east of Welland Canal https://maps.app.goo.gl/mgcgkMGKBBef7ytr6 Car shuttle to Southern Cairn at Queenston https://maps.app.goo.gl/DaiZMqTTp9YgFLA37 Distance ~ 18.5km Day 2 – January 4/26 Meet in the parking lot off of Roland Rd – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Sds7249R4B6SsNpL6 Car shuttle to Off road parking: North side of Glendale Ave 50m east of Welland Canal. https://maps.app.goo.gl/mgcgkMGKBBef7ytr6 ~ 25 km Day 3 – January 10/26 Meet at Cave Springs: Parking area off of Cave Springs Road https://maps.app.goo.gl/MNvdUCC49G4yXGKo8 Car shuttle to the parking lot off of Roland Rd https://maps.app.goo.gl/Sds7249R4B6SsNpL6 ~ 23km Day 4 – January 11/26 Meet in Grimsby Lions Club Pool Parking lot at 1 Elm St https://maps.app.goo.gl/cfr3dRrcrQhFPGJm9 Car shuttle to parking area off of Cave Springs Road https://maps.app.goo.gl/MNvdUCC49G4yXGKo8 ~ 17.50km Please ensure your car is car shuttle-ready with at least 4 available seatbelts including the driver’s. We will take turns either being the shuttle driver or driving the drivers back to their cars after the hike is over. Please pack whatever food you will require for a long day hike including lunch and snacks; 2l of water minimum; first aid kit; poles if you use them; and icers. You may also wish to pack extra socks and rain gear. Remember to dress in layers. Gloves/mitts, scarf / neck gator, a toque and a puffy jacket. Consider lined pants as well. We will break for a morning clothing adjustment, a 10min break around 10am, 15 min lunch and an afternoon break if we are finishing after 2pm. Bio-breaks are as you need them – please let the sweep know who will wait for you. This is a 4 day group hike so it is important you keep pace with the person in front of you. We will help each other and wait for one another but please consider your physical ability before signing up for this hike. There are no drop outs – if you are not able to finish the hike you will need to arrange for transportation back to your car via taxi or Uber at your cost. The Niagara stained-glass badge will be presented on the last day. If you have to miss one of these hiking days, you may make it up on your own before the last day of the series. Since it is a group hike, it is intended that everyone who registers be present on all days. Any questions may be directed through contact on this form. If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration by following these steps: To cancel your registration, here is a step by step: – Sign into your account on the BTC website – Click on My Hikes under your account – This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for – Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column. – Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel Decew, Brock, Twelve Mile Creek loopish Decew, Brock, Twelve Mile Creek loopish 9:00 AM-1:30 PM 01/03/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/decew-brock-twelve-mile-creek-loopish/2026-01-03/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Decew House Parking Lot Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate Distance: 18.5 km Description Meet at the parking lot for Decew House. Hike past Brock then down to 12 Mile Creek to the 406 . Return via route up Hydro hill. Dress for the weather. Bring icers, poles, water and a snack. 7:00 pm Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake 7:00 pm Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake 7:00 PM-8:30 PM 01/03/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/700-pm-moonlight-night-hike-in-niagara-on-the-lake-12/2026-01-03/ 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).
4	5	6 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/06/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-new-time-16/2026-01-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate Distance: 10km Description Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike Bring Poles, snack, and dress for the weather 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd 9:15 AM-10:45 AM 01/06/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-36/2026-01-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Hike Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham rd lot, St. Catharines Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Description On this 90 minute hike, we’ll explore the aptly named Short Hills provincial park. The route varies, but may follow the Bruce Trail main or sidetrails, or the park trails. We may see water falls, creeks and deer. Please come dressed appropriately for the weather. Please bring water, sunscreen and icers.	7 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #1 Grimsby to Kinsmen Park 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #1 Grimsby to Kinsmen Park 8:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/07/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-1-grimsby-to-kinsmen-park-2/2026-01-07/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at Kinsmen Park Frost Rd Beamsville. Carpool to Lions Pool Grimsby 43.193201 79.565301 Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 13.5kms Description We will be car pooling. Bring icers and poles. Dress for the weather, bring water and snacks. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2025 to March 21, 2026. Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this E2E into 6 hikes rather than 5.	8 9:00 am Long hike NEW Location. Bailey bridge Jordan 9:00 am Long hike NEW Location. Bailey bridge Jordan 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/08/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-new-location-bailey-bridge-jordan-4/2026-01-08/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Bailey bridge Jordan Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Strenuous Distance: 10k Description This will be our permanent location . Hike up from the Bailey bridge to Balls Falls and explore the trails You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink. Dress for the weather Hiking around Jordan Hiking around Jordan 9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/08/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-41/2026-01-08/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Hike Location (Google Maps): Glen Road Parking Lot 3640 Glen Road, Jordan LOR 1SO Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 7 km Description Hiking in and around Jordan including Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge and Balls Falls (alternating every 3 weeks).	9 Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/09/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-21/2026-01-09/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Urban Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 6km Description Each Friday we will explore some history of Niagara-on-the-Lake while getting a moderate paced walk. Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway. Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes. Plan to stay for conversation and a coffee at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Rd., NOTL	10 9:00 In & Around Port Weller on Several Lakefront Trails 9:00 In & Around Port Weller on Several Lakefront Trails 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 01/10/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-in-around-port-weller-on-several-lakefront-trails-2/2026-01-10/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm; 650 Read Rd., St Catharines Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 7-8 kms Description Much of this hike follows dirt trails maintained by the City of St. Catharines and/or through open parkland. Laura Secord 1 of 2 Laura Secord 1 of 2 9:00 AM-1:30 AM 01/10/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/laura-secord-1-of-2-2/2026-01-10/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at the entrance to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Please be at the start 15 minutes before 9:00 (8:45) so that we can arrange the carpooling. We will carpool to the start which is the Laura Secord Homestead in NOTL. Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate Distance: 17.5 kms Description This scenic hike takes us along the route that Laura Secord followed. There are some hills to climb and descend and there is the potential for muddy/slippery terrain so hiking poles and icers are recommended. Please bring your lunch, we’ll stop near Firemen’s Park for it. This is a rain or shine hike so dress appropriately.
11 Laura Secord 2 of 2 Laura Secord 2 of 2 9:00 AM-1:30 AM 01/11/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/laura-secord-2-of-2-2/2026-01-11/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at DeCew House Heritage Park. Carpool to Woodend Conservation Area and hike back to DeCew House. Please be at the start 15 minutes before 9:00 (8:45) so that we can arrange the carpooling. Upon completion, badges can be purchased. $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Fast Terrain: Moderate Distance: 15kms Description This hike includes some road walking along Glendale Ave in St Catharines. We’ll walk along the old Welland Canal before walking over the bridge over the current Welland Canal. This is a winter hike so be prepared with icers and poles. We’ll stop for a quick lunch around noon. If you can only hike one of the 2 day hikes check the calendar for Feb. The hikes will be repeated but in reverse start order.	12 Laura Second in 2 hikes, #1 Laura Second in 2 hikes, #1 9:00 AM-1:00 PM 01/12/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/laura-second-in-2-hikes-1/2026-01-12/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, NOTL. Carpool to Laura Second Homestead, Queenston Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 17 km Description Earn the Laura Second badge by completing 2 hikes. Bring water and a snack. Poles, icers and gaiters recommended. Wear weather appropriate layers of clothes.	13 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/13/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-new-time-13/2026-01-13/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate Distance: 10km Description Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike Bring Poles, snack, and dress for the weather 9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills 9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills 9:15 AM-10:45 AM 01/13/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-pelham-road-entrance-short-hills-7/2026-01-13/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Description Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Please note that there are some steep hills and rocky sections so you should have some hiking experience before joining this hike. Please bring water, hiking poles and icers, as the trails can be icy at times.	14 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #2 Kinsmen Park to Glen Road 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #2 Kinsmen Park to Glen Road 8:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/14/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-2-kinsmen-park-to-glen-road-2/2026-01-14/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at Parking Area Glen Road Carpool to Kinsmen Park Frost Rd Beamsville. Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 13.2 kms Description We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2025 to March 21, 2026. Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 5	15 9:00 am Long hike NEW Location. Bailey bridge Jordan 9:00 am Long hike NEW Location. Bailey bridge Jordan 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/15/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-new-location-bailey-bridge-jordan-5/2026-01-15/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Bailey bridge Jordan Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Brisk Terrain: Strenuous : 10k Description This will be our permanent location . Hike up from the Bailey bridge to Balls Falls and explore the trails You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink. Dress for the weather Hiking around Jordan Hiking around Jordan 9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/15/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-42/2026-01-15/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Glen Road Parking Lot 3640 Glen Road, Jordan LOR 1SO Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 7 km Description Hiking in and around Jordan including Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge and Balls Falls (alternating every 3 weeks).	16 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/16/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-53/2026-01-16/ 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	17 9:00 Cave Springs to Ball’s Falls return 9:00 Cave Springs to Ball’s Falls return 9:00 AM-1:30 PM 01/17/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-cave-springs-to-balls-falls-return/2026-01-17/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Cave Springs Conservation Area parking lot Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Strenuous Distance: 18 km Description Meet at Cave Springs Conservation Area parking lot. We will hike to Ball’s Falls and back to Cave Springs, taking mostly the main trail. Dress for the weather and conditions: icers, poles, layers. Bring water and snacks. Rainbow/Welcome Hike: Cave Springs Loop Rainbow/Welcome Hike: Cave Springs Loop 10:00 AM-12:30 PM 01/17/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/rainbow-welcome-hike-cave-springs-loop-2/2026-01-17/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Quarry Road Parking Lot, Beamsville https://maps.app.goo.gl/XZGtvFN5kkjU8Py29 Hike Leader(s): Angela Lytle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing Distance: 5-6 km Description Join the Niagara Bruce Trail Club, Bridges Niagara Immigrant and Refugee Services and PFLAG Niagara for a Rainbow-Welcome Hike at Cave Spring Conservation Area in Lincoln! What is a Rainbow-Welcome Hike? These hikes aim to bring 2S-LGBTQIA+ newcomers together with other newcomers and community members, friends and allies to enjoy nature and connect to the land and enjoy nature in all seasons. It is an intentionally affirming space for people of diverse backgrounds and identities with a focus on 2S-LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Everyone is welcome. We will have Bruce Trail PRIDE stickers for all hikers, and a limited number of PRIDE badges if you don’t yet have one! Hike Details Route: This hike loops from Quarry Rd in Beamsville along the Bruce Trail to Cave Spring Conservation area and back. Terrain: The path to Cave Spring runs along the escarpment edge and is quite rocky and has some hills. We will adjust the pace to the group but be prepared for some rocky, uneven footing and clambering up and down. We recommend using hiking poles. Wearing good hiking shoes is a must and icy winter conditions on the trail require icers or micro-spikes. Carry water and dress in layers for changeable weather. The hike goes ahead rain, snow or shine unless there are dangerous weather conditions – the hike leader will contact you if anything changes. Note: There are no toilets on this route. ***Please arrive by 9:50 to check in with the hike leader for departure at 10. Meet at the parking lot on Quarry Road in Beamsville: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XZGtvFN5kkjU8Py29 Note parking is limited so please carpool with others if possible. When the small lot is full, there is roadside parking along Quarry Rd.
18	19 Laura Secord Hike in 2, #2 Laura Secord Hike in 2, #2 9:00 AM-12:45 PM 01/19/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/laura-secord-hike-in-2-2/2026-01-19/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at DeCew House, 2370 DeCew Rd, Fonthill Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 15 km Description Earn the Laura Secord badge by completing two hikes. Bring water and snack. Poles, icers and gaiters recommended. Wear weather appropriate layers. Badge can be purchased at the end of this hike. $10 for members, $15 for non-members.	20 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/20/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-new-time-14/2026-01-20/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate, Strenuous Distance: 10km Description Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike Bring Poles, snack, and dress for the weather 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd 9:15 AM-10:45 AM 01/20/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-37/2026-01-20/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd lot Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: ~ 6kms Description Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Please note that there are some steep hills and rocky sections, so you should have some hiking experience before joining this hike. Please bring water, hiking poles and icers, as the trails can be icy at times.	21 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #3 Glen Road to Roland Road 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #3 Glen Road to Roland Road 8:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/21/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-3-glen-road-to-roland-road-3/2026-01-21/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Parking Lot at Roland Road. Car Pool to Glen Road Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 13 kms Description We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2025 to March 21, 2026. Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 5	22 Makeup Hike – Laura Secord #2 of 2 Makeup Hike – Laura Secord #2 of 2 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 01/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/makeup-hike-laura-secord-2-of-2/2026-01-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at DeCew House, 2370 DeCew Rd, Thorold Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 15km Description Due to inclement weather, this hike never took place on Monday Jan 19. The makeup hike is set for Thursday, January 22, 2026. Park at DeCew House and carpool to Woodend Conservation area. Bring water and snack. Poles, gaiters and icers recommended. Hikers who have completed both hikes may purchase the Laura Secord badge at the end of the hike. 9:00 am Long hike NEW LOCATION!!! Sho’ aríshon Park, in Jordan Hollow, across from Boo’s 9:00 am Long hike NEW LOCATION!!! Sho’ aríshon Park, in Jordan Hollow, across from Boo’s 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-new-location-bailey-bridge-jordan-11/2026-01-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Shoʻ aríshon Park, Jordan Hollow Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Strenuous Distance: 10k Description Hi hub This will be our permanent location . Hike up from the Bailey bridge to Balls Falls and explore the trails You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink. Dress for the weather Hiking around Jordan Hiking around Jordan 9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-43/2026-01-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Glen Road Parking Lot 3640 Glen Road, Jordan LOR 1SO Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 7 km Description Hiking in and around Jordan including Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge and Balls Falls (alternating every 3 weeks).	23 Niagara-on-The-Lake Tour Niagara-on-The-Lake Tour 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/23/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-22/2026-01-23/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Urban Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 6km Description Each Friday we will explore some history of Niagara-on-the-Lake while getting a moderate paced walk. Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway. Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes. Plan to stay for conversation and a coffee at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Rd., NOTL	24 Mountainview Conservation Parking Lot to Cave Springs return Mountainview Conservation Parking Lot to Cave Springs return 9:00 AM-1:00 AM 01/24/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mountainview-conservation-parking-lot-to-cave-springs-return/2026-01-24/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Mountainview Conservation Area Parking lot Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 14 km Description Hike from Mountainview Conservation Area past a few wineries , through Kinsmen Park to Cave Springs and back.
25	26	27 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME 9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/27/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-new-time-15/2026-01-27/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Distance: 10km Description Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike Bring Poles, snack, and dress for the weather 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd 9:15 AM-10:45 AM 01/27/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-38/2026-01-27/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd entrance Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: ~ 6kms Description Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Please note that there are some steep hills and rocky sections, so you should have some hiking experience before joining this hike. Please bring water, hiking poles and icers, as the trail can be icy at times.	28 Niagara E2E Winter – 1 of 5 (Wednesdays) Niagara E2E Winter – 1 of 5 (Wednesdays) 8:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/28/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-e2e-winter-1-of-5-wednesdays/2026-01-28/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia Category: General Hike Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Taylor Rd, across from the entrance to Woodend Conservation Area (I think we can park at the entrance to Woodend off the road) and we will shuttle to Locust Grove Picnic Area on Niagara River Parkway near Brock’s Monument 43.143241,-79.167617 Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections Distance: 15.5 km Description The Niagara E2E Winter in 5 will be Wednesdays Jan 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25. Hikers must register for individual hikes. Hikes are 14-18 kms and expect an average pace of 4 km/hr with snack/lunch breaks. Hikers should be prepared for the season – layered clothing, hiking boots, icers, snowshoes (if we get fresh snowfall), poles, water, snacks/lunch, first aid kit. Hikers should be prepared to share their cars for shuttling – to be shared evenly. If we encounter unsafe hiking or driving conditions, I will cancel/re-schedule the hike the day before. If you are unable to join us on the day of the hike, please text me at 289-242-9415 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #4 Roland Road to Decew House 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #4 Roland Road to Decew House 8:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/28/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-4-roland-road-to-decew-house-3/2026-01-28/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Car Pool Location (Google Maps): Meet at Decew House Heritage Park and Car Pool to Short Hills Parking Lot at Roland Road. Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 12.4 kms Description We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2025 to March 21, 2026. Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 5	29 9:00 am Long Hike Sho’ aríshon Park, Jordan Hallow 9:00 am Long Hike Sho’ aríshon Park, Jordan Hallow 9:00 AM 01/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-sho-arishon-park-jordan-hallow/2026-01-29/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Sho’ aríshon Park, Jordan Hallow Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk Terrain: Moderate Distance: 10 km Description Hike around the Ball’s Falls area. Dress for the weather. Bring icers, poles, water. Hiking around Jordan Hiking around Jordan 9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-44/2026-01-29/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Glen Road Parking Lot 3640 Glen Road, Jordan LOR 1SO Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 7 km Description This hike has been cancelled due to cold temperatures.	30 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/30/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-54/2026-01-30/ 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	31 Mountainview Conservation Area towards Grimsby Mountainview Conservation Area towards Grimsby 9:00 AM-1:00 PM 01/31/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mountainview-conservation-area-towards-grimsby/2026-01-31/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Mountainview Conservation Area Parking lot Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Strenuous Distance: 15- 18 km Description Meet at Mountainview Conservation Area Parking lot and head towards Grimsby. We’ll see how far we can get depending on the conditions. Dress for the weather. Bring poles, icers, water and a snack. Maybe a stop at Fielding’s after the hike to check out the spheres and a snack?

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