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December | December | December | 1 - 10:30 New Years Day Long President’s Hike @ Fireman’s Park
10:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/01/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1030-new-years-day-long-presidents-hike-firemans-park-3/2025-01-01/ 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: Medium 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.
- President’s New Year’s Day Short hike
11:30 AM-12:45 PM 01/01/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/presidents-new-years-day-short-hike/2025-01-01/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Loop Location (Google Maps): Upper Parking Lot, Firemen’s Park, Niagara Falls Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 5k Description Join us for our annual New Year’s Day President’s hike. This is the shorter of the two available hikes around Firemen’s Park. We will have a pot luck celebration after the hike – bring your favourite pot luck item to share! Members who do not wish to hike may join us at 1:00 beside the building for the pot luck.
| 2 - 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring NEW LOCATION
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-new-location-5/2025-01-02/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate : 10k Description From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather
- Hiking Around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-15/2025-01-02/ - Hiking Around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-16/2025-01-02/
| 3 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/03/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour/2025-01-03/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Urban Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 6-7km 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 Margaret Northfield & Robin Garrett
| 4 - Niagara Winter End to End Challenge series
7:30 AM 01/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-winter-end-to-end-challenge-series/2025-01-04/ Hike open to BTC Members only. This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates:
2025-01-04, 2025-01-05, 2025-01-18, 2025-01-19, 2025-02-02, 2025-02-08, 2025-02-09 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Sydenham Category: Fundraiser Location (Google Maps): Hike #1 only: Firemen’s Park – km 7.0 Enter from Dorchester Rd, 1km north of Mountain Rd Schedule will be provided for remaining meeting locations Hike Leader(s): Margaret O’Dell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h, Fast: more than 5 km/h Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There are crevices or holes which may be hidden by layers of snow. Hike with extreme caution., There might be icy and slippery sections., There might be muddy sections. Description Join me on this fundraising series to complete two End to Ends of Niagara during the winter months, thereby earning a trifecta of badges. Over the 7 scheduled hikes, we will hike out and back to complete the Niagara Stained Glass End to End badge, the Winter End to End badge, and the Winter badge for hiking 15 hikes during the winter season. A detailed schedule with meeting locations will be sent prior to the start of the series. There is no car shuttle. We will meet at one end, hike out and back, or at a convenient location between the start and finish points. This is a challenger series. Hikes will average between 21 and 25 km in distance and we will be hiking at a brisk to fast pace, depending on the conditions of the trail. Be sure of your ability prior to joining this series. There are no Refunds! You must be present for the entire series in order to earn all the badges. In addition to the $30 fee for the Stained Glass badge, the Hike Leader will collect funds ($10 per badge) for Winter E2E and Winter badge prior to the end of the series, and submit the names and log of hikes to NBTC directly. If the temperature is expected to trend below 15C and/or inclement weather is forecast that will affect road conditions, the hike leader will reschedule the hike. March 1st and 2nd will be the rescheduled dates if needed. Equipment: Dress for winter: Layers! Waterproof boots, gaiters, icers, poles, are recommended. Carry adequate hydration and readily accessible snacks. Pack extra socks, extra gloves/mitts. We will be on the trail for upwards of 5-6 hours and will keep moving as much as possible to keep warm and complete the hike. If you have any questions or concerns about this series, please contact me using the Contact form.
- Niagara Gorge, American side
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 01/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-gorge-american-side-3/2025-01-04/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Whirlpool State Park, Niagara Scenic Pkwy, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, United States Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 8 km Description Let’s explore the Niagara gorge from the American side. Proper documentation needed to cross into the United States. A car pool from St Catharines Glendale Carpool lot at 9:00am will be arranged.
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5 | 6 | 7 - 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/07/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-39/2025-01-07/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate : 10km Description Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike Bring Poles, Icers, snack, and dress for the weather
- 9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road, Short Hills
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 01/07/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-7/2025-01-07/
| 8 - 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #1 Grimsby to Kinsmen Park
8:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/08/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-1-grimsby-to-kinsmen-park/2025-01-08/ 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, 2024 to March 21, 2025. Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this E2E into 6 hikes rather than 5.
| 9 - 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring NEW LOCATION
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-new-location-6/2025-01-09/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate : 10k Description From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather
- Hiking Around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-17/2025-01-09/
| 10 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/10/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-4/2025-01-10/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Urban Location (Google Maps): Meet on King St near Centre St, outside Veteran’s Memorial Park Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 6-7km 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
| 11 - Niagara Stained Glass E2E in 6 (3 weekends)
8:45 AM-2:00 AM 01/11/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-stained-glass-e2e-in-6-3-weekends/2025-01-11/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike Location (Google Maps): Various locations going from west to east. The schedule will be mailed to registered hikers on January 2 (or earlier upon request). Hike Leader(s): Freddy Wang Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing Distance: Generally 13-18 km Description Overview This is a special series of 6 hikes to complete the Niagara section of the Bruce Trail over three weekends (January 11, 18 and 25). There is an accomplishment badge, included in the registration fee – which was designed by Joe Borges and features the White-Tailed Deer. The fee goes towards supporting the Niagara Bruce Trail Club, which in turn supports the mission of the Bruce Trail Conservancy, which is: “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.” For this E2E in 6, we will be following the main trail eastbound starting in Grimsby and finishing in Queenston Heights. Please note that you are signing up for the entire series of six hikes as a Group Hike. This series is geared to experienced hikers with the expectation of a 4.0 to 5.0 km/hr pace maintained over a 13 to 18 km hike. This hike is intended to be at a Brisk pace. Please be honest about your degree of physical fitness prior to registration. It is a group hike so it is important you are able to keep pace with the person in front of you. Hikers will be expected to wear proper hiking footwear and layered clothing. Sufficient snacks, water (preferably warm), hiking poles, and weather-appropriate gear are recommended. Icers may be necessary on certain days. A maximum of 1 of the 6 hikes can be self-completed as a result of scheduling challenges. You must still complete the distance you have missed. If you miss more than one but still complete the distances on your own, you may apply for the Niagara Club’s regular or Winter End to End badge. Please note there are no refunds! TRANSPORTATION This series will require car shuttling, so you must be willing to drive or to be a passenger. The route has been selected to avoid the need for paid parking.
- 9:00 In & Around Port Weller on Several Lakefront Trails
9:00 AM-11:00 AM 01/11/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-in-around-port-weller-on-several-lakefront-trails/2025-01-11/ 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: 9 kms Description This hike follows several trails maintained by the City of St. Catharines. Birders should bring binoculars as we will follow a portion of the Lake Ontario shoreline. Trails are generally wide dirt paths. Prepare for the wind chill as much of the hike is on open parkland.
- Joker Hill
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 01/11/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/joker-hill/2025-01-11/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Toronto Category: Hike Location (Google Maps): 17100 Bathurst St, Newmarket, ON L3X 1Y6 Hike Leader(s): Mehrnoush Ahmadi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate, Strenuous Distance: ~8km Description I invite you to explore Jokers Hill! Enjoy peaceful trails, beautiful landscapes, and the perfect setting for a refreshing outdoor adventure. Take a break and reconnect with nature today! • Please dress appropriately for the weather. Waterproof hiking boots, ice cleats, and trekking poles are required. A windproof jacket and gaiters are recommended. • We will have short water breaks and a 15-minute snack break. Everyone is welcome! See you there!
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12 | 13 - Beamsville Hike
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/13/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/32282/2025-01-13/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: In and Out Location (Google Maps): Meet in parking lot at Kinsmen Park, Beamsville Hike Leader(s): Kathleen Manson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Fast Terrain: Moderate Distance: 8km Description You must register for this hike. We will head east and visit Cave Springs CA and return. It is mostly level with some hills and a lot of tricky footing. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread. There are a lot of rocks and crevices. Icers will be required if it is icy, they are not very helpful in just snow. Please arrive 15 minutes early. If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other members may take your spot. Hike Leader reserves the right to modify the hike.
- 7:00 pm Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake
7:00 PM-8:30 PM 01/13/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/700-pm-moonlight-night-hike-in-niagara-on-the-lake-8/2025-01-13/ 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).
| 14 | 15 | 16 - 8:30 Niagara Winter End to End #2 Kinsmen Park to Glen Road
8:30 AM-1:00 PM 01/16/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-niagara-winter-end-to-end-2-kinsmen-park-to-glen-road/2025-01-16/ 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, 2024 to March 21, 2025. Because of the potential for bad winter trail conditions we have broken this e2e into 6 hikes rather than 5
- 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring NEW LOCATION
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/16/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-new-location-7/2025-01-16/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate : 10k Description From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather
- Hiking Around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/16/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-18/2025-01-16/
| 17 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/17/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-5/2025-01-17/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Category: Urban Location (Google Maps): Meet on King St near Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 6-7km 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 Margaret & Robin
| 18 - Toogood Pond to Milne Conservation Park
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 01/18/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/toogood-pond-to-milne-conservation-park/2025-01-18/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Toronto Category: Urban Location (Google Maps): 276 Main St Unionville, Unionville, ON L3R 3M3 Hike Leader(s): Mehrnoush Ahmadi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 11 km Description Beautiful and easy urban path for hiking. “This hike is not recommended for experienced hikers who prefer to walk leisurely.” • Please dress appropriately for the weather. Waterproof hiking boots, ice cleats, and trekking poles are required. A windproof jacket and gaiters are recommended. • We will have short water breaks and a 15-minute snack break. See you there!
- Queenston Hike
9:15 AM-11:30 AM 01/18/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-queenston-hike-3/2025-01-18/
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19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 - 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring NEW LOCATION
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/23/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-new-location-8/2025-01-23/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate : 10k Description From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather
- Hiking Around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/23/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-19/2025-01-23/
| 24 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/24/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-2/2025-01-24/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 6-7km 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 Margaret Northfield & Robin Garrett
| 25 - Fireman’s Park
9:00 AM-11:00 AM 01/25/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/firemans-park/2025-01-25/ 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, Mountain & Dorchester Rds, Niagara Falls Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate Distance: 8-10km Description We will tour around Fireman’s Park on the main trail and other trails within the park. Poles and ices may be needed depending upon the weather. Water and snack recommended.
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26 | 27 - Beamsville Hike
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/27/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/32283/2025-01-27/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Meet in parking lot at Kinsmen Park, Beamsville Hike Leader(s): Kathleen Manson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Fast Terrain: Moderate Distance: 8km Description You must register for this hike. We will head east and visit Cave Springs CA and return. It is mostly level with some hills and a lot of tricky footing. Hiking poles are highly recommended. Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread. There are a lot of rocks and crevices. Icers will be required if it is icy, they are not very helpful in just snow. Please arrive 15 minutes early. If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other members may take your spot. Hike Leader reserves the right to modify the hike.
| 28 | 29 | 30 - 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring NEW LOCATION
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 01/30/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-new-location-9/2025-01-30/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium Terrain: Moderate : 10k Description From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink and dress for the weather
- Hiking Around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 01/30/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-20/2025-01-30/
| 31 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 01/31/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-3/2025-01-31/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium Terrain: Easy Distance: 6-7km 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 Margaret Northfield & Robin Garrett
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