Niagara

Chasing Waterfalls - Louth Conservation

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Louth Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Dian Wright Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 4-5 km

Description

Join the Niagara Bruce Trail Club, at Louth Conservation Area!

Hike Details

Route:  This hike starts at the parking lot at Louth Conservation Area.  We will hike along the Bruce Trail towards Louth and then loop back to the parking lot.

Terrain: Louth has some hills, ups and downs in a mostly forested setting. We will adjust the pace to the group but be prepared for some rocky or uneven footing and climbing up and down. We recommend using hiking poles. Wearing good hiking shoes is a must. Carry water, wear a hat and insect repellent – mosquito season is underway. We will take a break at the lower falls – bring a snack or maybe some to share!

The hike goes ahead rain or shine unless there are dangerous weather conditions – the hike leader will contact you by email if anything changes.

***Please arrive by 5:45 to check in with the hike leaders for departure right at 6pm.

Morningstar loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Decew Ruins parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Erin Lyttle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk 4-5 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous: hilly, with steep climbs, poor footing
Distance: 13km

Description

We are going to hike a loop from Decew Ruins that will take us along Lake Moodie and over to Morningstar Mill which has now reopened.  After having a look, we will retrace our steps and follow the Laura Secord down to 12 mile creek and over the Glendale Dip bridge, to go back up the other side of 12 mile creek and go around Brock University back to our vehicles at Decew.

This hike is for experienced hikers and will be done at a quick pace, there are long descents and long inclines and especially if there’s been rain, poles are encouraged to negotiate muddy areas.  Proper footwear is required. Water is required.  Please be sure to bring enough water and snacks to be out for at least 3 hours, esp if it is hot.

Mindfulness Hike and Yoga/Stretching

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia

Location (Google Maps): Kinsmen Park – Enter from Hixon St at the intersection of Kinsmen and Frost Rd

Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 5km

Description

This is a Mindfulness hike you can join to earn the new Mindfulness badge from Niagara Club. Today, will start with Angela leading us through some yoga and gentle stretching then we’ll silent hike over to Quarry Rd and return and return followed by a little more stretching.  Please be sure to bring enough water and snacks, bug spray, poles if you use them and dress for the weather and your yoga mat. The parking area is close-by so we can store our mats in our cars while we hike.

Please cancel your registration if you are not able to make it. This will allow someone from the waitlist to register.

To cancel your registration:
– 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

Unless it is very last minute, you do not have to let the hike leader know.

Hike, followed by Blues in the Park

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

2275 Dorchester Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2J 0H1

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

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

Description

Hike series Thursday evenings throughout the summer, followed by optional Blues in the Park.  Come prepared to hike 1.5 leisure hike.  Various blues bands free of charge starting at 7pm in the park.  Bring lawn chair, beverage and snack to share.

Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake

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: 6-7km

Description

Each Friday we will explore 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