- HikeType Geology Hike
- PaceTypes Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
- TerrainTypes Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
- PaidOuting No
This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2025-09-07 at 09:30
2025-09-08 at 09:30
2025-09-09 at 09:30
2025-09-10 at 09:30
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Geology Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on St. Vincent-Sydenham townline.
Hike Leader(s): Karen Buschert Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Varies, approximately 10-15 km each day
Description
On this series of hikes, we will explore magnificent waterfalls and fascinating fossils in the Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail. Using Beth Gilhespy’s Walking Through Time geological chronicle, hikers can learn more about the origins and geological features of the Niagara Escarpment. Referred to in Anishinaabemowin (Anishinaabe language) as Gchi-Bimadinaa (The Great Cliff That Runs Along), or in Kanyen’kehá:ka (Mohawk language) as Kastenhraktátye (Along The Cliffs), the Escarpment runs like a spine from Niagara Falls up through to Manitoulin Island and beyond. These series of hikes over four days will count towards earning the Geology badge offered through the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club.
Suggested accommodations: Silver Lake Mennonite Camp near Sauble Beach
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Scroll to Weekday Wanders- Fossils & Falls to register
Stay in a retreat centre and be treated to home cooked meals while taking in the beauty of the local landscape. Shared or private rooms available.
Cost: $390+ HST, cost includes accommodation for 3 nights and 8 meals