Niagara

9:00 NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #1 of 3: Chloe Cooley and the Beginning of the End Black Enslavement in Upper Canada

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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

Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King at Centre St

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6 kms

Description

Since 1995, the government of Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month. Each year, Black History Month honours the experiences, achievements and enduring contributions of Black communities in Canada, while deepening our collective understanding of their history and impact on Canadian society. This year’s theme: “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.” This theme celebrates three decades of Black History Month in Canada and recognizes the enduring legacy of Black Canadians, whose leadership, creativity, innovation and resilience have shaped our past, continue to influence our present, and will inspire future generations. During all the hikes in this series, you will learn about Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Black history.

The link below will take you to a brief overview on this topic, by the Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Museum.

https://artsandculture.google.com/story/niagara-on-the-lake-s-black-history-niagara-historical-society-museum/-QXR3nRTdnmqJw?hl=en

**Bring hydration and a snack. We will be stopping several times. While the terrain is generally flat, hiking poles and icers are recommended as sidewalk and streets may be icy.

This hike counts as 1 of 3 required hikes towards the Black History badge. Two additional hikes are offered on today’s hike schedule. There will be a short break between hikes.

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.

11:00 NOTL Black History SERIES - #2 of 3: The Long Road to Freedom: the Robert Moseby Affair

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6 kms

Description

Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month. Each year, Black History Month honours the experiences, achievements and enduring contributions of Black communities in Canada, while deepening our collective understanding of their history and impact on Canadian society. During all the hikes in this series, you will learn about Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Black history.

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.

Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, bring your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.

Today’s hike is 1 of 3 required for the Black History badge. 2 additional hikes are on today’s hike schedule. There will be a short break between hikes.

1:00 PM NOTL BLACK HISTORY SERIES - #3 of 3: The Early Niagara Community

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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: 5-6 km

Description

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. This hike will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community here in Upper Canada.

The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) has a significant and nation-shifting Black history. Voices from the past will tell stories, enriching hikers’ understanding of how they shaped this town and nation.

*This hike has the same content as the hike offered Feb 9 at 11:00 AM (#4 of 4).

See link below for a brief overview of NOTL’s Black History.

https://artsandculture.google.com/story/niagara-on-the-lake-s-black-history-niagara-historical-society-museum/-QXR3nRTdnmqJw?hl=en

*Prepare for this urban adventure with hydration, snack, hiking poles, icers etc.

**This hike counts as 1 of the 3 required hikes towards the Black History badge, all offered on today’s Hike Schedule. You can bring the $10 or make an e-transfer to receive your badge at the end of the hike.

Plan to visit the NOTL Museum after the hikes; it opens at 1 pm. There you will see numerous artifacts on this subject.

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.

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

RE-SCHEDULED Niagara E2E Winter - 4 of 5 (Wednesdays)

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking area off of Cave Springs Rd, access main trail via Margaret Reed Side Trail (16), 43.150026,-79.446539. We will shuttle to Rockway Community Centre, enter off Pelham Rd just east of Wessel Dr (15), 43.111255,-79.321901

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: 18.2 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

Stained Glass Fundraiser: Niagara End to End in 6

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Sat Feb 21: Meet at Grimsby Pool 43.193201, -79.565301 Carpool to Kinsman Park 43.146108, -79.475609
Sun Feb 22: Meet at Glen Road 43°08’21.0″N 79°22’26.0″W Carpool to Kinsman Park 43.139159, -79.373912
Sat Feb 28: Meet at Roland Rd Parking 43.090250,-79.305000 Carpool to Glen Road: 43.139159, -79.373912
Sun Mar 1: Meet at Decew House: 43°06’28.1″N 79°14’59.4″W Carpool to Roland Rd: 43.090250, -79.305000
Sat Mar 7: Meet at Woodend 43.143300, -79.167259 Carpool to Decew House: 43.143300, -79.167259
Sun Mar 8: Meet at Queenston Washroom Buildng: 43°09’31.6″N 79°03’05.6″W Carpool to Woodend: 43.143300, -79.167259

Hike Leader(s): Faye Perkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 13.5 km

Description

The E2E is designed to provide a challenging hike for a range of ability levels, while supporting the Bruce Trail Conservancy and our shared goal of connecting people with nature. Over the winter, the hike will be completed in six sections at a moderate pace, with optional hill training available.

We will be carpooling. Please bring icers, poles, water, electrolytes, snacks, and smiles.

Meeting time is 8:15 a.m., so we can leave for our starting destination at 8:30

Laura Secord 1 of 2

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Woodend Conservation Area and carpool to DeCew House Heritage Park where we will begin the hike. Yes, we are hiking this in the reverse order 🙂

Hike Leader(s): Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15kms

Description

Please note:  We are hiking the Laura Secord Trail in the reverse order!  Meet at Woodend Conservation Area and carpool to DeCew House Heritage Park where we will begin the hike.  Please be at the start 15 minutes before 8:45 (8:30) so that we can arrange the carpooling. Earn the Laura Secord badge by completing two hikes, they can be independent or guided hikes.
Upon completion, badges can be purchased. $10 for members, $15 for non-members.