Mill Run Trail, hike from Hespeler to Preston and back, along the lovely Speed River

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Hikers R Us
Location (Google Maps): 105 Sheffield Street, paved parking lot north east of the trail head (vs the often muddy gravel parking lot adjacent to the trail)

Hike Leader(s): Louise Langlais Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk - 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Easy - Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 14-20 km

Description

We will hike along the pretty Speed River, from Hespeler to Preston and back. We will likely visit a local bakery in Preston to pick up treats to supplement our picnic lunches.

Cell: 519-222-4040, on day of hike. At other times, email is the best way to contact me (use the Contact the Hike Leader feature on the BTC web page). Wear appropriate quick-dry clothing and hiking boots. Bring sunscreen, insect repellent (summer), icers (winter), snacks, lunch, a personal first aid kit , and 1-2 litres of water. During COVID, also bring hand sanitizer and a face mask. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early.

If you are unable to attend, in addition to cancelling on the BTC hikes web page, please email me the day before, or text me if it is <2 hours before the hike. There is often a waiting list, so the more advance notice you give, the better.