Toronto Hike Schedule

Did someone say badge?!! Two-Day Falling Water Badge - School Bus Hike (#1 of 2)

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:30
Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

Optional Items
Badge (optional) - Members ($10)
Badge (optional) - Non-members ($15)

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

Hike Leader(s): Marijo Roy, Felix Wan Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 30 km over two Saturdays

Description

Please join us for a series of two 15 km hikes to earn the Two-Day Falling Water badge. These beautiful hikes will take us on both the east and west sides of the Beaver Valley. The Falling Water section includes some challenging parts, with plenty of ups and downs and several steep sections. Those who complete the entire loop will receive the Two-Day Falling Water Triangle badge. The fee ($10.00 for members; $15.00 for non-members) will be collected on the bus at the start of Hike #2 for those who opt to obtain the badge.

Hike #1 of 2 (BT Map #26) – Today, we’ll hike east on the Valley Crossover Side Trail, then south to Hogg’s Falls, reaching km 65.2.

A late return to Kipling Station is expected.

Reminders:
1. Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain (snow might be present).
2. Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially when the terrain is rocky or slippery.
3. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
4. Bring lunch, sufficient water, and snacks. A minimum of 2L of water is recommended.
5. Bring your own first aid kit.

Looking forward to hiking with you,

Marijo and Felix

#1/3 Toronto E2E & in Memory of Doug Sloan - 18KM

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): KM121.3. Kelso Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable
Distance: 19 km

Description

If you have been a member of the Bruce Trail community long enough, you might have heard of Doug Sloan, a legendary hiker who completed the Bruce Trail End-to-End more than 50 times—he actually achieved his 50th completion in 2015 and stopped counting afterward, though he continued hiking until he passed away in December 2021. As an avid hiker, committed Hike Leader and Trail Captain, and passionate supporter of the Bruce Trail, Doug made countless friends on the trail and inspired many with his remarkable dedication and accomplishments. In May 2024, a plaque “The Doug Sloan Wetland”  was unveiled in Speyside to honour his contributions and achievements.

My last hike with Doug was on November 14, 2020, when he joined the final hike of a Toronto Section double-badge End-to-End series I led, during which he presented badges to qualifying hikers. That hike took place between Kelso Conservation Area and Speyside.

It feels fitting that my current End-to-End journey brings me back to the same area around the same time of year. On November 15, 2025, I am leading a hike from Speyside to Kelso Conservation Area and making it a hike in memory of Doug Sloan. Our hike will start at Speyside, where Doug’s commemorative plaque stands, and end at Kelso, where this group photo was taken back on November14,  2020.

Meeting Point:
Kelso Conservation Area parking lot. Enter from Tremaine Rd between Steeles Ave nd Highway401. GPS: 43.503204, -79.947548. Entrance fee applies at Kelso Conservation Area, see details at https://www.conservationhalton.ca/park-fees-membership-rates/  Please arrive at the parking lot before 8:45am to allow time for car shuttle coordination.

We will car shuttle to Toronto Section KM14.1. 17th side road, GPS: 43.592859,-79.980456. From there to hike back to Kelso Conservation Area.

All drivers are expected to participate in the car shuttle, either before or after the hike. All hikers are expected to chip in for parking fees,  if applicable.

Important Notes:

• Wear sturdy hiking footwear and dress appropriately for the weather
• Bring snacks, and at least 1.5L of water
• No dropouts available.
• No pets.