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  • 29
    October 29, 2023

    Urban Walk in Downtown Toronto

    10:45 AM-1:30 AM
    10/29/2023
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Urban Walk
    Location (Google Maps): Yonge and St. Clair to Kensington Market (Walk will begin from 11 St. Clair Ave. East — in front of the small McDonald’s and next to St. Clair Subway Station)

    Hike Leader(s): Danny Pivnick Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Variable
    Distance: 8k

    Description

    Come us join on a pleasant walk though various parts of downtown Toronto, including the lower Beltline Trail, Ramsden Park, and some streets in the beautiful and historical neighbourhoods of Rosedale and the Annex in addition to sections of the University of Toronto.   We will end our walk in Kensington Market where you can enjoy the final Pedestrian Sunday of 2023 (live music and other happenings taking place there).

  • 30
    October 30, 2023
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  • 31
    October 31, 2023
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  • 01
    November 1, 2023

    Car Hike: Nature Appreciation - Rockside Side Trail

    10:30 AM-2:30 AM
    11/01/2023
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Car Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Parking is at the end of Boston Mills Road, just west of the intersection with Mississauga Road. Take care not to block the private driveway.
    Driving directions: From Highway 410 north, continue on Highway 10, left on King Street, right on Mississauga Rd., left on Boston Mills Rd. to parking at the dead end.

    Hike Leader(s): Janet Patterson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Variable
    Distance: approximately 6 k

    Description

    We’ll take a slower pace to allow time to observe and identify the ferns, fungi, birds, dragonflies, etc. that we encounter along the trail. Using the iNaturalist app, participants will be encouraged to take photos with their smartphones and contribute observations to the Bruce Trail Conservancy’s iNaturalist Project. Of course anyone who simply wants to take in the wonders of nature while we walk is also welcome to come along! Note: Limit of 10 hikers, and registration is mandatory.

    https://brucetrail.org/pages/get-involved/volunteering/citizen-science

    This is a perfect opportunity to accumulate sightings towards earning your Naturalist badge!

    Bring your curiosity, nature guidebooks, binoculars, cameras, bug repellent, lunch and water. Please wear proper hiking shoes or boots.

  • 02
    November 2, 2023
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  • 03
    November 3, 2023
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  • 04
    November 4, 2023

    Car Hike: Seaton Trail North

    8:15 AM-1:15 PM
    11/04/2023
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Car Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Free parking lot at 1 Mutual Street Pickering

    Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Moderate
    Terrain: Variable
    Distance: 14-15KM

    Description

    We will hike along Seaton trail and enjoy the lovely sceneries of forest and river at the same time

    Some safety procedures during the hike:

    1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

    2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

    3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

    4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

    5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of them.

    Car Hike: Dufferin Hi-Land BTC E2E

    8:30 AM-3:00 PM
    11/04/2023
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    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates:

    2023-11-04, 2023-11-05, 2023-11-11

    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Car Hike
    Location (Google Maps): (Google Location) Km 55.7 Map 21, GPS N44.268877, W-80.”-“156810 Meet at roadside parking along Mulmur-Nottawasaga Townline between Lavender Hill Rd. and 1st Line EHS. Please arrive fifteen minutes early for car shuttle. All other meeting points will be emailed to participating hikers at a later date.

    Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk
    Terrain: Rocky, Variable

    Description

    Wanna to earn the Dufferin Hi-Land E2E Badge? Join a three day hike covering the 56.3 kms length of the club. Autumn is ideal time for hiking as you can breathe in the sweet smell of the golden leaves as you stroll beneath the trees or when stepping on the freshly fallen leaves on the ground. Add to soothing crisp air clearing our lungs, there’s *no bugs.* We’ll be pacing on a 4-5 km an hour with occasional stoppage to capture the beauty of the landscape. Please ensure to bring enough water for hydration, snack and lunch. Dress appropriately for the weather including proper footwear. Arm yourself with sunscreen and head protection against sun or rain and First Aid Kit if available be included in your backpack. Please note that you’re signing for a three day hike. All three hikes must be completed with the hike leader to earn the Badge. If you miss one or two legs of the section you may perform a make up hike and still qualify for the badge.

    Cost of Badge is $10.00 for BTC member and $15.00 dollars for Non member.

    Car Hike: Toronto Section Fund Raiser Stained Glass Badge

    8:30 AM-3:00 AM
    11/04/2023
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    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2023-11-04 at 08:30
    2023-11-11 at 08:30
    2023-11-18 at 08:30

    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Car Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Meet 17.4k, N 43.615163,W 79.975157 and drive to Hilton Conservation Area paid parking, N 43.505705,W 79.961589

    Hike Leader(s): Lindita Kalo Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Brisk
    Terrain: Rocky
    Distance: 14-18k per hike

    Description

    Earn The new Toronto stained glass badge!!!
    You are registering for the three days – Nov 4(0-17.4k),Nov 11(17.4-36.1k),& Nov 18(36.1-50.3k)
    Hikers need to complete all three hikes with the leader. Hikers are allowed to miss one hike that they will make up on their own and still qualify for the badge. Please keep a log of the missed hikes and give them to the leader on the last day.
    The fee goes towards supporting the Toronto Bruce Trail Club, which in turn supports the mission of the Bruce Trail Conservancy “preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever”.
    For the time being registration is limited to members of the Bruce Trail Conservancy. Small group as parking is limited.
    We will hike within 4-5k per hour over varied/rocky terrain. Please be honest with yourself of your physical fitness level to hike at this pace over rocky terrain.
    Arrive 15 minutes early, wear sturdy footwear, bring 2 liters of water. We will carpool to the beginning of the hike. Paid parking will be shared.

    Bus Hike: Toronto Section E2E 4 of 4 - Terra Cotta/Cheltenham

    8:30 AM-5:00 PM
    11/04/2023
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    Trip Information
    Departure Time: 08:30
    Return to City Time: 17:00
    Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

    Optional Items

    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Bus Hike
    Location (Google Maps):

    Toronto Section

    Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales & Celia Ho Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Moderate
    Terrain: Variable
    Distance: 15

    Description

    Join us to hike the Toronto section of the Bruce Trail in a series of four moderate pace/moderate distance Level 2 hikes (15-16 km a day). Those who complete all 4 hikes will qualify for the Toronto club’s diamond E2E badge. The badge fee ($5 members/$15 non-members) will be collected on Hike #3.

    Members may alternatively choose to use the hikes to earn the new stained glass Limehouse stone bridge fundraiser badge. Available to members only the badge fee is $30 and proceeds go to protecting and preserving the Bruce Trail. Please contact the Hike Leader if you are interested in earning the fundraiser badge for further instructions. This  badge can be earned only on one of the series of  special group hikes led by a BTC Hike Leader and not individually.

    Hikers who complete all 4 hikes will qualify for either the diamond badge or stained glass fundraiser badge, as they have chosen.

    Any hikers are welcome to join the hikes regardless of working towards one of E2E badges.

    There will be a refreshment/social stop in Georgetown after the hike before returning to the Kipling Station departure point by approximately 5:30 PM

    This final hike in the series will take us between the Terra Conservation Area and the Caledon section border leading past the Cheltenham Badlands.

    ** Hikers are required to bring a mask and wear it on the bus. Masks must fit properly and cover the nose, mouth and chin. For the highest level of protection against Covid-19, respiratory viruses or the flu, KN95 or N95 masks are recommended. **

     

     

     

    Car Hike: Caledon Section - White and Blue Trails hike (1) - 19KM

    9:00 AM-3:00 PM
    11/04/2023
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Car Hike
    Location (Google Maps):

    We meet at Hockley Road Parking Area just east of 61.3KM located on the North side of Hockley Road. Please do not park on Hockley Road.

    Hike Leader(s): Fayyaz Mahmood Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Fast
    Terrain: Challenging, Variable
    Distance: 19 KM

    Description

    This is a fast paced hike on the Main Trail and the Side Trails (ST) on Map 18, in the Caledon section.
    From the parking lot we will enter the Main Trail at 61.3KM, Map 18 (Ed. 30). We will hike to Dunby Road, Map 18, 68.0KM (Ed. 30). We will then return back and hike through the Cam Snell ST, Glen Cross ST, Isabel East ST and Tom East ST to return to the parking lot.
    Bring 1.5 – 2 liters of water and your lunch. Please dress for the weather.
    Hiking boots are required. No dogs.

    Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm

    10:00 AM-2:30 PM
    11/04/2023
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Car Hike
    Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm

    Hike Leader(s): Al Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Moderate
    Terrain: Variable

    Description

    We will hike through Scotsdale Farm on the main trail plus the Bennet  and Great Esker side trails. This route takes us through a variety of terrain from rocky escarpment outcrops to glacial features and former farmlands, over small rivers. Most of the trail is in the forest. Hiking boots are recommended.

    After the hike all are invited to meet for refreshments in Georgetown.

    To get to the meeting place drive north on Trafalgar Road past Georgetown. Turn left onto Hwy 7 and go about 5 km to the stop light at Silver Creek. Turn right onto Trafalgar again and go about 1 km to the entrance. The parking area is adjacent to the old homestead, about half a kilometer from the road.

    Urban Walk: Theatre Hike - Humber River/Swansea

    3:00 PM-6:00 PM
    11/04/2023
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    Hosting Club: Toronto
    Category: Urban Walk
    Location (Google Maps): Meet at 3 PM at the bus Route #79 stop at south east corner of Scarlett Road and Eglinton West.

    Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Flat
    Distance: 9-10 km

    Description

    Join us for a leisurely hike (3 km/hour) over mostly flat terrain. Suitable for beginners and families. We will follow the Humber River Trail to Old Mill and then hike parts of Swansea to Runnymede & Bloor. Optional dropout at Old Mill Subway Station.
    After the hike you may choose to join us for dinner at 6:00 PM either at Ali Baba Mediterranean Cuisine or at a nearby pub (your choice, both near Runnymede Subway and the theatre).
    We will attend the play at 8:00 PM at the Village Players, 2190E Bloor Street West to see the play “A sting in the Tale” by Brian Clemens & Dennis Spooner .
    Call the theatre directly at 416 767 7702 to reserve  your ticket ($29.00 adults and seniors) and mention that you are with the Bruce Trail Conservancy, Toronto Club.
    Anyone may choose to come for the hike only,  join us for the theatre performance, or join us for all three: Hike, dinner and play.

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