Niagara

Mindfulness Hike - 5,4,3,2,1

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia

Location (Google Maps): Mountainview Conservation Area

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 hike qualifier for the new Mindfulness badge from Niagara Club.  Today we will hike quietly using the 5,4,3,2,1 method. 5 things we can see, 4 things we can touch, 3 things we can hear, 2 things we can smell and one thing we can taste. This is a useful tool to help quiet our mind during our hike. Please bring enough water and snacks for your needs, poles if you use them, bug spray and dress for the weather.

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.

5:00 pm Hike & Picnic then “Gateau & Grace” HARP & VIOLIN DUO

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

St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

This is a series of hikes which will take place on 3 Wednesday evenings in July and August. We will hike around Niagara-on-the-Lake and surrounds (1.5 hrs) stopping for a shared picnic on the lawns of St Andrews. At 7 pm others will join us on the lawns and you will have your choice of some delicious cakes. Then we will go inside to enjoy a special musical performance and a short reflection on “Grace”. This is a free event

Bring a folding chair and some savoury food to share (dessert is provided). Dress so you’ll be comfortable hiking and picnicking. A change of clothes is not required. Bathrooms will be available.

Chasing Waterfalls - Rockway Conservation

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Rainbow 🌈
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Conservation Area
Parking is free

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

Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

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

Hike Details

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

Terrain: Rockway 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.

8:00 pm Sunset & Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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: Leisurely <3 km/hr

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).

9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga

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. Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL.

Summer Social - Welland Jackfish Baseball Game

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Register
Location (Google Maps): Welland Jackfish Baseball Stadium, 90 Quaker Road, Welland, ON

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

Distance: 0

Description

Niagara Bruce Trail Club Social Event – Canadian Baseball League Summer Outing

Welland Jackfish vs the Toronto Maple Leafs

Sat, Aug 29, 6:05pm game time; gates open 60 minutes prior  (Parking is free at the stadium)

Join fellow NBTC members to cheer on the Welland Jackfish in their final regular-season home game. The team proudly calls itself Niagara’s Greatest Show—and for good reason. Welland Stadium offers an excellent view of the field, lively entertainment, and high-quality baseball. Known affectionately as “The Pond,” the stadium is home to the passionate FINatics fan base. NBTC has reserved the Newark Brewing Barge so our group can enjoy the game together. The Barge Experience includes:
Two drinks (beer or soft drink)
One hot dog and a pizza slice
UNLIMITED popcorn
UNLIMITED water
Game Ticket
Jackfish Hat
Wait Service (never leave your seat!)
In the event of rain, over 40% of the Pavilion is covered so we can continue to cheer on the game undercover

Tickets are $50 per 19+ adult, $40 for each person under 19

Newark Brewing Barge – Welland Jackfish Baseball Niagara’s Greatest Show!

Sign up on the hike calendar and e-transfer the funds for your ticket(s) to:  treasurer@niagara.brucetrail.org.  Mention Jackfish Game in your etransfer.  E-transfers must be completed before end of day August 14.  Limited spots available – first to complete their etransfer will get the seats – don’t delay!

Who are the Jackfish?  If you’ve never experienced a game, come out to The Pond and get in on the fun.  The Welland Jackfish are one of nine members of the Canadian Baseball League (CBL). The Intercounty Baseball League is an elite summer baseball league that provides a place for the best local players in Ontario to spend their summers and display their talents. Many players hold professional baseball experience including MLB, and MiLB or current NCAA Division I playing experience. They play 36 games, playing with wood bats, and traveling around Ontario on charter buses.