Toronto Hike Schedule

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 3blocks south of highway 7 and 2 blocks north of John Street, parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek for a distance of 7-8 km. Difficulty Level: 2 (Intermediate)

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at the corner of Bayview Ave, and Sycamore Dr. South of Highway 7
Sycamore Dr. is 3blocks south of highway 7 and 2 blocks north of John Street, parking lot is across plaza of Dollarama and Star box

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple view parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creek for a distance of approximately 7-8 km. Difficulty Level 2: Intermediate

Bus Hike: McCrae Lake-Yellow Blaze

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:00
Return to City Time: 18:30
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items

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

Meet in front of York Mills Centre across from the Shell gas station.

Hike Leader(s): Roland Mark, Martina Furrer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast (5 km/hr or greater), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Variable
Distance: Approximately between 16 to 17 km

Description

This hike is a to and back from the McCrae Lake parking lot to the McCrae Lake Rapids. There are no dropouts because of the lack of access roads to the trail. There are plenty of ups/downs, but the ups are not very steep or long. There are also places with large rock outcroppings that can be slippery after a rainfall. There are numerous stream crossings supported by branches and fallen logs. Depending on the environmental condition at the time of the hike, crossing can be slippery and hazardous. If you are uncertain about your abilities to use the makeshift bridges, then avoid them and walking through the stream. The streams are very shallow, but can be muddy.
There will be mosquitos so bring bug net or bug repellent, but remember do not spray bug repellent in the bus. You will have plenty of time once we get off the bus to apply the bug repellent.
Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, and a lunch. Also bring your first-aid kit and any medication that you may need for the hike.
Dress in layers and use your common sense to make sure your attire is appropriate for the weather condition at the time of the hike. Your footwear should be sturdy and waterproof. If you have hiking poles, then this is the trip to bring them along, but please review the hiking pole etiquette. Note: This is hike is geared toward experienced hikers.

Car Hike: Rouge National Park Scarborough

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rouge Park, Zoo Road Parking Lot, off Meadowvale Road north of Sheppard Ave,

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 14-17 km

Description

Will hike Orchard trail and return through Vista Trail to the parking lot Difficulty; Level: 2 (Moderate)

THIS HIKE MAY BE CONSIDERED AS URBAN FOR THOSE WHOM  USE PUBLIC TRANSPORT BUT NOTE THAt IT IS  14 TO 17 KM HIKE OVER SOME HILLY TERRAIN

TAKE THE BUS FOR TORONTO ZOO AND GET OFF AT LAST STOP BEFORE THE ZOO AND TURN RIGHT TOWARDS PARKING LOT  OF ROUGE PARK.

Urban Walk: South Humber and Swansea Theatre Hike

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet for a 3:00 PM departure from the TTC Route #79 Scarlett Road bus stop at the south east corner of Scarlett Road and Eglinton Avenue West.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 9 – 10 km

Description

Join us for a leisurely hike (3kms/hour- no runners!) south on the Humber River Trail and through the Swansea neighborhood. There are 3 steep staircases on the route. Optional drop out at the Old Mill subway station.
Suitable for beginners and families. We will follow the Humber River Trail to the Old Mill and then hike parts of the Swansea neighborhood to Runnymede Road and Bloor Street West which is the end of the hike across from the Runnymede subway station.

After the hike you may choose to join us for dinner at 6:00 PM at either Ali Baba Mediterranean/Italian Cuisine (yes, that’s right – now serving pasta options!) or at a nearby pub, as you wish.
We will attend the play at 8 PM at the village Players, 2190 Bloor Street West. This evening’s performance is Rumors by Neil Simon.

Call the Theatre directly 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 is welcome to come for the hike only, join us for the theatre performance, or, join us for all three: Hike, dinner and play at the theatre. Paid parking is available off Kennedy Avenue north of Bloor Street West (behind theatre building).