Niagara

POSTPONED: GeoHike - Ball's Falls Conservation Area

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Geology
Location (Google Maps): 3292 Sixth Avenue, Lincoln, ON

Hike Leader(s): Kristin Hanson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 2.0

Description

POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER. Look at 438 million years of geologic history and discover why early settlers chose Balls Falls to establish their industrial base.  Learn about the formation of the Niagara Escarpment, how glaciation contributed to formation of the valleys and waterfalls, and how the landscape continues to change.  We will depart from the Ball’s Falls visitor center – meet at the GeoPoint sign just east of the main doors.  We will then follow the short Switchback Trail down into the valley and take the Cataract Trail to the Upper Falls.  We will hike along Twenty Mile Creek as it makes its way over the Niagara Escarpment into the Village and get a great view of the Lower Falls.  We will use a slow pace and stop and discuss geology along the way.  It will only take us 1 hour to cover the distance.  When we arrive at the Lower Falls we will stop to enjoy it, so bring a snack.  There are washrooms near the village.  We will return to the parking lot and visitor center, where there are washrooms and water fountains.

Note there is an entrance/parking fee of $15per car but a NPCA parking pass covers this fee; passes may be available to checkout from local libraries

GeoHike - Ball's Falls Conservation Area

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

3292 Sixth Avenue, Lincoln, ON

Hike Leader(s): Kristin Hanson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 2.0

Description

Look at 438 million years of geologic history and discover why early settlers chose Balls Falls to establish their industrial base.  Learn about the formation of the Niagara Escarpment, how glaciation contributed to formation of the valleys and waterfalls, and how the landscape continues to change.  We will depart from the Ball’s Falls visitor center – meet at the GeoPoint sign just east of the main doors.  We will then follow the short Switchback Trail down into the valley and take the Cataract Trail to the Upper Falls.  We will hike along Twenty Mile Creek as it makes its way over the Niagara Escarpment into the Village and get a great view of the Lower Falls.  We will use a slow pace and stop and discuss geology along the way.  It will only take us 1 hour to cover the distance.  When we arrive at the Lower Falls we will stop to enjoy it, so bring a snack.  There are washrooms near the village.  We will return to the parking lot and visitor center, where there are washrooms and water fountains.

Note there is an entrance/parking fee of $15per car but a NPCA parking pass covers this fee; passes may be available to checkout from local libraries

Haulage Trail with Fireman's Park

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the upper parking lot of Fireman’s Park, Dorchester and Mountain Rds, Niagara Falls

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

Pace: Medium 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 5-6km

Description

This urban walk with take us along the Haulage Trail, along St Paul and through Caliguiro Estates back to Fireman’s Park.

9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga + Summer Solstice Garden Party!

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
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: Leisurely <3 km/hr

Distance: 5 km

Description

Enjoy the benefits of pausing for a yoga practice as we tour through the trails, parkland and Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake. No mat required. Movement will focus on a flow of standing poses designed especially for hikers. Following our hike, you are invited to Robin’s garden for a summer solstice celebration (location will be emailed to registrants the day before). Please bring a mug and a chair, and you are welcome to bring finger food. This will be a zero-waste gathering!

8:30 a.m. Dog Pack Walk

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Dog Pack Walk
Location (Google Maps): Woodend Conservation Area- Park at Taylor Road entrance

Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 4 kms

Description

This dog pack walk is a structured group walk where dogs and their handlers walk together on-lead in a natural environment. It promotes exercise, calm socialization and exposure to other dogs and people in a safe, controlled setting. We will meet at the Taylor Road parking area and follow the Wetland Ridge Side Trail out to the main trail and follow the main trail back to the parking area. Dogs must be kept on-lead and under control at all times. Please bring water and treats for you and your dog.