- PaceTypes Medium
- TerrainTypes ,Difficult,Moderate
- PaidOuting No
This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2024-04-15 at 08:00
2024-04-16 at 08:00
2024-04-22 at 08:00
2024-04-23 at 08:00
2024-04-29 at 08:00
2024-04-30 at 08:00
2024-05-06 at 08:00
2024-05-07 at 08:00
Hosting Club: Peninsula
Location (Google Maps): Hike 1 - Meeting Location Wiarton Bluewater Park
Hike Leader(s): Caley Doran Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Difficult, Moderate
Distance: Varies by hike
Description
Event Type: Multi-Day Hike
Open to Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) Members Only.
Non-members can join by signing up for a one-year BTC membership [$75] before registering at Bruce Trail Conservancy Memberships.
Participant Limit: Maximum of 17 participants, including the hike leader and sweep.
Scheduled Dates:
- April 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, 2024
- May 6, 7, 2024
Registration Fees:
- BTC Members: $50
- Includes Badge Fee
- To Confirm Your Registration E-transfer $50 to HikeWithPBTC@gmail.com
- Note: No refunds, hiker substitutions, or guest hikers. Registration fee does not include BPNP entry fee. Parking charges will be shared equally among participants.
Hike Leadership:
- Led by PBTC Certified Hike Leader Caley Doran.
- Pace: Medium
- Terrain: Moderate/Difficult
- Average Hike Distance: Approximately 19-25 KM per day
Hike Overview:
- Complete the Peninsula section of the Bruce Trail over 8 hikes.
- Direction: Northbound from Wiarton to Tobermory.
- Group Hike Format: Participants commit to the entire series.
- Intermediate/experienced hikers comfortable with challenges, including longer distances and elevation gains.
- Expected Pace: 3 - 4 km/hr over 19-25 km
- Total Distance: Approximately 165km with no dropout points.
- Time allocated for photography and appreciating the local flora and fauna.
Participant Requirements:
- Assess and ensure physical fitness for group hiking.
- Attire: Proper hiking boots, layered clothing for varying weather, and wet weather gear. Hiking poles recommended.
- Essentials: Sufficient food [lunch], snacks and water for a full day, bug spray.
- Breaks: Morning, 15-30 minute on-trail lunch, and afternoon breaks, weather-dependent.
- Participant is required to sign a BTC Waiver of Liability
Fee:
- Covers badge fee.
- Surplus supports Peninsula Bruce Trail Club's hike program
Transportation:
- Each hike in this series will involve a car shuttle, and all participants will take their turn as a shuttle driver. Ensure your vehicle is passenger ready for the shuttle.
- Typical Meeting Time: 8 AM
- Schedule will be based on daily hiking distance
Environmental Responsibility:
- Adherence to Leave No Trace principles.
- Collective effort in trail cleanliness.
- Note: Dogs are not permitted on this hike.
Accommodations:
- Early reservations recommended.
- Suggested locations: Near meeting points or centrally in Lion's Head.
- Options include motels, campgrounds, hostels, and B&Bs.
Schedule and Communication:
- Detailed itinerary sent prior to each hike.
- Schedule subject to change.
Join us for this memorable hiking adventure and be part of a community dedicated to preserving and enjoying the natural beauty of the Bruce Trail.