- HikeType Rainbow Hike
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/image.png
- PaceTypes Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
- TerrainTypes ,Dependent on Conditions,Easy - Mostly flat and usually good footing
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the base of the Wentworth stairs
Hike Leader(s): Shayne Ward Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy - Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 10km
Description
Join us for a leisurely loop and stellar views through the Hamilton portion of the Bruce Trail and Mountain Brow Blvd/Mountain Park Ave.
🌈 This queer-led, all-inclusive 2SLGBTQIA+ hike is designed to provide a safe, welcoming space for 2SGBTQIA+ hikers—including trans, gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, Two-Spirit, intersex, asexual, allies and friends. Show up, be your authentic self!
Please plan to arrive for 9:45am as we will leave at 10am prompt. We will depart from the base of the Wentworth stairs and walk the paved portion of the trail/Rail Trail to the Margate Stairs (380 stairs, metal with traction and rails). We'll go up the stairs and take Mountain View/Concession/Mountain Park back to the Wentworth Stairs (498 stairs, metal with traction and rails) and walk down the stairs to end where we started.
Please pack a lunch! Plan for a lunch break at the top of the Margate Stairs. There is a water fountain and benches there we can catch our breath before finishing the brow and Wentworth stairs.
🚗 🚌 This outing is accessible by car or public transit. Parking available on side streets, start of hike is accessible by HSR Bus #05 (Delaware) at Wentworth Ave.
🐾 Dogs are welcome on this hike! For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, pups must be fully trained and kept on a non-retractable leash at all times. Please ensure you pack out all your dog’s waste.
Visit "Dogs on the Bruce Trail" for further information. https://brucetrail.org/dogs-on-the-trail/
What to Bring:
• Water, snacks, and lunch, perhaps a hot beverage.
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes/runners.
• Dress based on weather.
Free Bruce Trail Rainbow badges and stickers for all participants!
Questions? Simply click "Contact Hike Leader" on the registration form.