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QUEBEC CITY WINTER SPORT TRIP MARCH 4 – 8, 2026
Registration opens: November 9, 2026 (a stroke after midnight on November 8)
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, March 4 – Sunday, March 8, 2026
Leaders: Stephen Walter: walter@mcmaster.ca
Loraine Walter: arctic.lorie@gmail.com
Description:
Location: Beautiful Québec City. It is a UNESCO World Heritage treasure with a European flavour.
Activities: We have planned 3 full days of skiing/snowshoeing at 3 different locations (conditions permitting): the renowned Mont Sainte Anne, which also has a downhill resort, the more rustic Sentiers du Moulin and Camp Mercier. Snow is usually plentiful at these locations in March.
In addition, you have the opportunity to explore the city itself or to ski on the famous Plains of Abraham which are located adjacent to our hotel.
Accommodation: We will stay 4 nights at the recently modernized four-star Hôtel Château Laurier just outside the city walls and right next to the Plains of Abraham.
Cost:
Note: Space is limited to 44 participants. There are 6 single rooms available on a first come-first served basis.
Please read all the details on the Trip Information Sheet BEFORE you register (opens as a PDF file).
Registration opens February 1, 2026
Bus Captain Contact (ONLY on the day of the event): Isabel Bravo and Dave Pomeroy 905-746-2217
Location
Information Page
Ski and Snowshoe Day Trip Information
Pick up Locations and times
Burlington 7:45 for 8:00 sharp departure Oakville 8:00 for 8:15 sharp departure Bus Pickup Locations
Cancellation Policy
Bus Fee
$37
Ski Trail Fees
$31
Snowshoe Trail Fees
$19
Guided Snowshoe
Yes - Leader: Maureen Healey
Skate Trails
Snowshoe Trails
8 km
Classic Trails
40 km
Ability Level
Beginner to expert
Lunch Room
Yes - indoor space to eat your lunch
Food Service
Ski Rentals
Yes
Snowshoe Rentals
Waxing Room
Resort Highlights
Trail pass through scenic rolling woodland
Attention Non-Members: If you are thinking about becoming a member, the Halton Outdoor Club invites you to take part in up to two (2) club activities as a Non-Member. After that, please join our club so we can welcome you as a member. Registration is required for all events, and you will have to agree to the waiver of participation when registering.
Attention Past Members: You are not entitled to two trial activities. Please renew your membership to take advantage of all that the Club has to offer.
The difficulty of a hike is determined by the speed, distance, elevation gain and terrain. Please read the template to determine if the hike is right for you. More descriptors are included in the Guiding Notes below the template.
DATE
Sunday March 8, 2026
HIKE LEADER(S)
Melanie Baroch
LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER
melaniebaroch@gmail.com / 4167972922
MEETING TIME and START TIME
9:30am and start 9:45am
MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION
Dundas Driving Park, 71 Cross St L9H2R5 meetup behind the building by the skating rink.
MEETING MAP (link)
ENTRANCE FEES
N/A
DISTANCE
8 km approx
DURATION OF HIKE
2 – 2.5 hours
SPEED
Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less
Moderate: 3-4 km/hour
Fast: 4-5 km/hour
Moderate pace 3-4km/hour
ELEVATION GAIN
Low: mostly flat - a few hills
Moderate: some ups and downs
High: lots of hills, steep and/or long
Moderate/High – with some steep hills,
TERRAIN
Easy: wide trail, usually good footing
Moderate: some areas of tricky footing
Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing
Moderate - usually good footing.
TYPE OF HIKE:
i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination
Out and back, with a loop. Bruce Trail side trail.
GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION
Points of Interest and Special Notes
Great views from Dundas Peak, Tews Falls, and the Incline Stone Stairs.
Other Specifics to Your Hike
i.e. social to follow hike
REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.
Up to 15 hikers may register.
Leaders appreciate early registration, but you can register at the last minute. Please join the waitlist if the hike is full.
CANCELLATION
• If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other HOC members may take your spot.
• The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance
WHAT TO BRING
• Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.
• Hiking poles will be helpful.
• Dress in layers according to weather; wear/bring waterproof rainwear.
• Bring snacks and enough water for the duration of the hike.
• Sun and bug protection as required
• Icers are mandatory in winter conditions
HIKE PACE - Pace refers to the speed of walking. Rest stops are not figured in to the overall pace, however they are figured in to the duration of the hike. These paces represent an average and may vary depending on the terrain, weather, group size, etc.
Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less.
Fast: 4-5 km/hour.
TERRAIN – This refers to the footing on the trail itself and is influenced by the presence of rocks, roots, step-ups and step-downs, as well as the width of the trail. Please note variations can be expected with wet or icy conditions.
Easy: wide trails, may be paved or hard packed, mostly good footing, i.e. rail trails, waterfront trails
Moderate: some tricky footing, i.e. Bruce Trail, Dundas Valley, Conservation Areas, RBG trails
Challenging: significant areas of tricky footing (some parts of the Bruce Trail, some trails in Short Hills, up and down the escarpment).
ELEVATION: This refers to the accumulated elevation gained over the course of the hike.
Low: route is mostly flat but may include some gentle ups and downs
Moderate: route has hills, a few may be steep and/or long, but also some flat areas
Challenging: route has lots of hills, some of which are steep and long and few areas that are flat
Attention Non-Members: If you are thinking about becoming a member, The Halton Outdoor Club invites you to take part in up to two club activities as a Non-Member. After that, please join our club so we can welcome you as a member. Registration is required for all events, and you will have to agree to the waiver of participation when registering.
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HIKE TITLE
Christie Lake Hike
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Craig Sim
EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER
simcraig54@gmail.com Cell 289-659-0007
GENERAL LOCATION
(Locality, city and/or landmark)
Christie Lake Conservation Area
MEETING AND START TIME
Meet 9:45 to start 10:00
SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION
(Include exact address, GPS coordinate and/or map)
Christie Lake Conservation Area, 1000 Hwy 5, Dundas
Largest parking lot
Entrance Fee: Parking free for HCA members or $16.50 per vehicle & driver
10-11k +/-
PACE:
Leisurely / Moderate / Fast
Moderate
DURATION APPROX
3 to 3.5hrs depending on conditions.
TERRAIN:
Easy / Moderate / Challenging
Loop
HIKE GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Point of interests
From the main entrance drive straight to the T-junction stop sign, turn right to the immediate largest parking lot. Hamilton Conservation Area pass or parking fees apply. Loop hike plus extension across the road upstream, flat on one side, some hills on other. Footing varies with conditions.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Yes. A Must. Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.
• The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance.
ONLINE REGISTRATION &
HIKER GROUP SIZE
Registration opens 2 weeks before the hike. Up to 15 hikers are welcome to participate in this event
• Sun protection if necessary.
Optional beverage/food after the hike.
GUIDING NOTES:
HIKE PACE - Leisure: 3 km/hr or less. Moderate: 3-4 km/hr or Fast: 4-5km/hr. All paces are average and depending on the terrain.
TERRAIN - Easy: mostly flat and usually good footing (i.e. rail trails, Confederation Park, Bay Front Park), Moderate: some hills and/or poor footing (Bruce Trail, Dundas Valley, etc.) and Challenging: steep hills and strenuous footing (Bruce Trail, some trails in Short Hills, Dundas Valley and Red Hill Valley). Please note variations can be expected with weather conditions.
Attention Non-Members: If you are thinking about becoming a member, The Halton Outdoor Club invites you to take part in up to two club activities as a Non-Member. After that, please join our club so we can welcome you as a member.
Registration is required for all events, and you will have to agree to the waiver of participation when registering.
Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk
Wed. March 11, 2026
Tammy Ross, Jim Blair, Heather Wilson
tammyross@rogers.com 905-518-6942
GENERAL LOCATION (City/Town)
Hamilton Harbour Waterfront Trail
START TIME
Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start
MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION
Park in the lot closest to the water. Meet at the stylized ship’s mast with “Waterfront Trail” written on the sail which is located in the corner of the parking lot, close to the water and the railway yard.
DISTANCE (km)
6 km with option to lengthen to 8 kms +, depending on route
Leisure/Moderate/Fast
Moderate: 3 - 4 kms per hour but pace may vary if you prefer a faster or slower pace
DURATION APPROX (hrs)
2 hours +/-
Easy/Moderate/Challenging
Easy: Flat and paved.
Loop, out and back, End to End
Out and back, with some possible route variations from week to week (i.e. up to York Blvd., over to pier 4, some city sidewalks)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Along the waterfront of Hamilton Harbour, under bridge to Cootes Paradise and Bayfront Park. There may be some route variations.
REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
Yes. A Must.
Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hrs before the event.
REGISTRATION OPENS
Two weeks before the hike. Up to 20 hikers are welcome to participate in this event.
• Hiking boots or good walking shoes
• Carry: Snacks, water, extra layers, especially wind and rain protection.
OTHER SPECIFICS TO YOUR HIKE i.e. social to follow
A coffee stop at Williams Fresh Café, on the waterfront, is a regular option following the hike.
Christie Lake / Websters Falls
Thursday March 12, 2026.
Dave Somerville
905 659 6768
289 556 6707 Day of hike TEXT
cdsomerville4@gmail.com
Dundas Mountain / Greensville
Christie Lake
9:15 a.m. for a 9:30 a.m. start
Hilltop Tennis Club
40 Park Ave.
Bullocks Corners, Greensville
Hilltop Tennis Parking
10.5 – 12 KM
Moderate to Fast
3.5- 4 hours.
Moderate (some challenging spots)
Screened pathways, natural trail.
MUD will make this Challenging!
A big loop.
We will try to avoid MUD if mild.
An extra 1.5 km loop to Websters Falls
We will enjoy the beautiful areas near Greensville without the crowds. Christie Lake beach to ourselves? No crowds by Websters Falls? The Optimist trail will take us over to the Conservation Area and a great loop around Christie Lake. A little extra to see the Falls!
Registration opens 2 weeks before the hike. Up to 25 hikers are welcome to participate in this event.
• Wear supportive walking shoes/ hiking boots with good tread.
• Hiking poles (if desired)
• “Gators” if muddy
Prepare for Mother Nature!
Options for a warm-up afterwards. (Dutch Mill?)
Bus Captain Contact (ONLY on the day of the event):Frank Vajda 905-510-4103
Yes leader - Jim Blair
20 km
80 km
Yes. Ample cafeteria seating indoors. Many outdoor tables are also available.
Outdoor food truck available, some outdoor seating
Excellent trail variety for all levels
Sunday March 15, 2026
Lions Outdoor Pool, 263 Jerseyville Rd, Ancaster.
Overflow parking across the street, at ball diamond
8km approx
Moderate/High – with some hills (85m elevation)
Out and back, with a loops.
Canterbury Falls, Hardwood Forest
Up to 12 hikers may register.
St. Patty’s Day Hike
Tuesday March 17, 2026
St. Patrick’s Day
Davey O’ Somerville
289 556 6707 Day of hike
South Burlington
Centennial Cross Town Trail
9:15 for a 9:30 start
Burlington Central Library
2331 New Street.
Burlington
13 – 14 km
Moderate to fast
4 - 5 hours
Easy to Moderate.
Paved/screened pathway.
Sidewalks.
There and Back.
A salute to St. Patrick! A nice easy walk along the South Burlington Centennial Trail. On the return trek there is an “option” for a detour for a “green bevy” and the crowning of a new Dart Champion for 2026! And a final 3.5km back to the cars.
Registration opens 2 weeks before the hike. Up to 25 hikers are welcome to participate in this event
• Wear supportive shoes/hiking boots with good tread.
• ICERS hopefully will not be necessary but mandatory in winter conditions.
• A set of Darts if you have them.
Wear something “St. Patty” ish.
Who are the previous Dart Champs??
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
6pm and start 6:15pm
Parking Lot for Sanctuary Park, L9H3Y7
43.25439, -79.96885
Sanctuary Park Parking Lot
6km – 8km
Moderate – some hills
Wide trail, well-marked
Mainly a Loop hike
Primarily through beautiful hardwood forest, along two lovely creek bed valleys. A few ridges and escarpment outcrops will add to the scenery.
Wed. March 18, 2026
Devil’s Punchbowl
Thursday March 19, 2026
289 556 6707 TEXT morning of hike
Meet at 9:15 for a 9:30 start
Battlefield Park
77 King Street West
Stoney Creek
None
12 -13 Km.
Moderate.
A Good steady climb up the escarpment.
Typical Bruce Trail!
Screened pathways in Conservation Area.
Approx 4 hours.
A little bit of history. A great view from the Punchbowl lookout. Some new trails in Saltfleet Conservation Area.
Up to 25 hikers may register.
After hike stop in the area.
Friday Night Walk
Friday March 20, 2026 6:15-8:30 pm
Heather Wilson
heatherwlsn249@gmail.com, 289-259-5099
Meet at 6:15 for a 6:30 start
Meet at the parking lot on the north side of Upper Middle Rd at Reeves Gate & Upper Middle Road West.
7-10 km
1.5-2 hours
Fast, 4-5km/hour
Low
A tour of North Oakville Trails both east and west to Bronte Rd.
Headlamps or flashlights are mandatory after dark.
• Headlamps or flashlights are mandatory.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Nancy & Ellen de Guerre
ndeguerre@cogeco.ca 289-242-1261
9:15 a.m. arrival for 9:30 start time
Princess Point Parking Lot (managed by RBG)
335 Longwood Road North, Hamilton
Free with RBG membership or paid parking @ $3/hour
8km ±
Approx. 2.5 hours
Moderate with a few hills, possibly very muddy!
Combination – a big loop dotted with “there and backs”
Varied terrain with many glimpses of Cootes Paradise Marsh and the potential for spotting birds and deer! Starting at Princess Point and crossing Churchill Park to Ginger Valley trail, down to Sassafras Point, following Ravine Road and entering the park once more for a short bit before retracing some steps back.
The birds are back!
GUIDE
Sunday March 22, 2026
Behind the Walmart/Staples parking lot – Waterdown.
90 Dundas St E. L0R 2H2
6-7 km approx..
Moderate/High – with some short steep hills,
Moderate/Challenging - usually good footing, with sections of rocks on Bruce Trail.
Great cardio workout with lots of ups and downs, variety of terrain and scenery with hills, roots, hard-packed trails.
Sun and bug protection as required
Monday March 23, 2026
Sanctuary Park parking lot
Wed. March 25, 2026
Paddling Social & Open House
Wednesday March 25
6:00 – 9:00 pm
The Port House Restaurant, Waterfront Hotel
2020 Lakeshore Road, Burlington ON L7R 4G8
Registration opens March 4
Hello fellow Paddlers!
As we anxiously await the upcoming season, your Paddling Committee has again arranged a social evening for new and existing members to get acquainted (or reacquainted) to discuss what’s in store for 2026!
We’re looking forward to another great turnout.
There is capacity for 40 attendees, and as the Port House has graciously offered their private room for this event (free of charge), all we ask is that the majority of you consider purchasing your own dinner and beverages as a show of gratitude.
The venue has requested that we provide numbers by March 11th, so that they can schedule adequate wait staff to accommodate us, so we’re requesting that you sign up asap once registration opens on March 4th.
Parking is free in downtown Burlington after 6pm, except in the hotel parking lot.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet some of the trip leaders, and have them answer any questions you may have, or at the very least, meet some new friends.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The Paddling Committee
Thursday March 26, 2026
Mountsberg Conservation Area
2259 Milburough Town Line
Campbellville
Entrance Fees apply.
Book online @ ConservationHalton
10 -12 Km.
Low - Moderate
Mostly flat terrain.
A few small hills.
Boardwalks.
Trails may be muddy.
3 - 4 hours.
Combination of loops.
A seasonal treat at one of Halton’s Conservation Areas. We will enjoy the Pioneer Creek Trail, The Lakeshore Lookout Trail and finish on the Sugar Bush Trail. A demonstration and “taste” and the option to visit the birds at the Raptor Centre.
EVENT
Halton Outdoor Club Certified Hike Leader Course
Hike Ontario
Two-part course
Members who register for this event are automatically registered for all three sessions, as described below.
COURSE OBJECTIVE
EVENT LEADERS
Patti Blair and Debbie Martin
Patti: pattiblair87@gmail.com 905-906-6941 Debbie : debbielou707@gmail.com 647-500-2965
COURSE INSTRUCTOR
Tom Friesen (Hike Ontario)
LOCATION
Zoom Sessions: Code will be provided prior to the first session.
In-person Session : Location to be announced
COST PER PARTICIPANT
# of Spots
Total Cost: $65.00 * * 50% subsidy ($32.50) will be available based on proof of payment, proof of course completion, and leading 2 hikes in the upcoming year. 12 max – first come, first serve
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
PRE-COURSE ASSIGNMENT FOR SESSION 3
Prepare a hike leader’s backpack for a day hike. Come prepared to share your chosen items.
Register online.
Registration: opens January 26th, closes March 16th.
For the in-person session please bring
Friday, March 27, 2026
Anne Armstrong
hikingrandma@gmail.com 905 617 3937
Meet at 9:45 a.m. for a 10:00 a.m. Start
Dundas Valley Conservation Area parking lot on Artaban Rd. off of Lion’s Club Rd. 720 Artaban Road, Dundas
Parking Lot Artaban Road
11.50 per vehicle, pay by credit card at machine or display your Hamilton Conservation Area Annual Pass
Approx. 8 km.
3 hours
Leisurely
Loop, then out and back
Greater Hamilton is noted as “The City of Waterfalls”, boasting over 100 waterfalls, plunging over the Nagara Escarpment. The Waterfalls Hike Series introduces hikers to the most popular of these stunning features. On this route we will hike the trails of the Dundas Valley Conservation Area visiting Canterbury Falls, (ribbon and terraced waterfall), Hermitage Falls (cascade waterfall) Sherman (a curtain cascading waterfall) Tiffany Falls (expansive cascade waterfall). We will use some Conservation Area trails as well as the Main Bruce Trail and Side trails. There should be some good water flow in the various waterfalls.
Optional Tim’s stop in Ancaster afterwards.
• If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other HOC members may take your spot. • The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance.
Friday March 27, 2026
Meet at the parking lot at the corner of McCraney St West & Old Upper Middle Road
A tour of North Oakville Trails north of Upper Middle Rd., on the east side of Sixteen Mile Creek.
• Headlamps or flashlights are mandatory after dark.
Wed. April 1, 2026
Waterfalls Series - Ball’s Falls
Thursday, April 02, 2026
HIKE LEADER
Ion Bertume / Rosemarie Abrecht
LEADER EMAIL AND CELL PHONE NUMBER
ib8250753@gmail.com 437-484-4884 r.abrecht@hotmail.com 905-916-0703
MEETING TIME @ START TIME
Meet at 9:15 a.m. for a 9:30 a.m. start
Parking on the short laneway next to 5th Avenue, near the intersection of Victoria and 5th Avenue, Vineland. Lincoln County, Niagara
Parking on 5th Avenue
Approx. 7 km
Approx. 2+ hrs.
SPEED Leisurely / Moderate / Fast
Moderate: 3-4 km/hr.
ELEVATION GAIN Low / Moderate / High
Low: mostly flat – a few hills
TERRAIN Easy / Moderate / Challenging
Easy: usually good footing. Short roadside sections. Forested trails
Loop, There & Back, Combination
There & Back type hike
Point of interests, Notes, Specifics to this particular hike
Greater Hamilton is noted as “The City of Waterfalls”, boasting over 100 waterfalls, plunging over the Nagara Escarpment. The Waterfalls Hike Series introduces hikers to the most popular of these stunning features. Ball’s Falls in Niagara, features two cascading waterfalls, the Lower and Upper Falls, which powered a sawmill and a grist mill, during the 19th century.
From parking lot walk along the laneway to follow Bruce Trail across the fields and into the woods into Ball’s Falls Conservation Area. Lower Ball’s Falls scenic lookout. Heritage site - buildings exploration. Follow Cataract Trail to Upper Ball’s Falls scenic lookout.
REGISTRATION is required. Opens 2 weeks prior to the hike
A Must. Up to 12 hikers may register. Leaders appreciate early registration but you can register at the last minute. Please join the Waiting List if the hike is full.
• Dress in layers according to weather, wear/bring waterproof rainwear
• Sun & bug protection as appropriate
• Bring lots of snacks and enough water for the duration of the hike.
Friday April 3, 2026
Meet at the parking lot in front of the library at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre
A tour of North Oakville Trails through Bayshire Woods along Joshua Creek Trail.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Orchard Community Park
2255 Sutton Drive, Burlington
12-14 km
Approx 4 hours
Moderate - a few hills!
Easy / Moderate
Paved path, Natural trail.
A few hills!
There and back with 2 loops
A great spring hike along the ridge over Bronte Creek, through the park, and loops to the creek’s edge and up past the barn. (Trail conditions permitting)
• “Gators” for spring mud
Wed. April 8, 2026
Waterfalls Series: Hilton Falls
Thursday, April 09, 2026
ib8250753@gmail.com 437-484.-4884 r.abrecht@hotmail.com 905-916-0703
Parking lot of Hilton Conservation Area
Online - (parkvisit.ca) Adult $10.25 Seniors $ 8.25+HST
At Gate – Adult $12.00 Seniors: $ 9.75+HST
Options:
Shorter hike approx. 6.5 km
Longer hike approx. 11km
Approx. 2+ hrs. for short hike and 3.5+ hrs. for long hike
Low: mostly flat – gradual climbs, a few hills.
Easy: usually good footing. Forested trails. Obstacles like rocks or roots.
Loop.
Point of interests, Notes, Specifics to this hike
Greater Hamilton is noted as “The City of Waterfalls”, boasting over 100 waterfalls, plunging over the Nagara Escarpment. The Waterfalls Hike Series introduces hikers to the most popular of the area’s stunning waterfalls. Hilton Falls is a classic plunge waterfall in a forested setting. There is a Visitor Centre close to the parking area. Hike will follow several well-established trails arriving to Sixteen Mile Creek and Hilton Falls, which is a good place for a picnic – lunch stop. There are ruins of an old mill as back in the 1800s this site used to be a (probably) vibrant town with mills & stores.
• Sun & bugs protection as appropriate
Friday, April 10, 2026
Ellen and Nancy de Guerre
ellenbiker@gmail.com 905-864-2589
Felker’s Falls Parking Lot
43 Ackland St., Stoney Creek
Moderate with some challenging parts
There & Back
Greater Hamilton is noted as “The City of Waterfalls”, boasting over 100 waterfalls, plunging over the Nagara Escarpment. The Waterfalls Hike Series introduces hikers to the most popular of the area’s stunning waterfalls. Felker’s Falls is a 22-metre ribbon waterfall. From Felker’s Falls, follow the Bruce Trail to Devil’s Punchbowl Side Trail to see the Lower and Upper Punchbowl Falls. A mostly forested, somewhat hilly trail, at times in sight of urban areas. The Devils Punchbowl is a ribbon waterfall plunging into a massive gorge, layered with Queenston shale and limestone.
Friday April 10, 2026
Gus Ryder Pool and Health Club
1 Faustina Drive, Toronto ON M8V 3L9
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Rosedale Arena
100 Greenhill Ave., Hamilton
Cochrane Rd. from Lawrence Rd. or King St.
High
Moderate to Challenging
Paved / Screened pathway. Natural trails.
Possible street walking.
Some Bruce Trail!
A BIG Loop.
Route will depend on trail conditions!
Enjoy the views over the course and then change gears for the beautiful trek up the Redhill Valley, a great long climb and some good ups and downs on the Bruce Trail. A bonus loop on the Mountain Brow Side Trail and the Red Hill Creek Side Trail. Mother Nature will dictate the route.
An East Hamilton treat afterwards
Wed. April 15, 2026
Friday April 17, 2026
6:15 for a 6:30 start at the parking lot at the corner of Neyagawa & River Glen Blvds.
Neyagawa Park
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
University Plaza
101 Osler Drive, Dundas
Behind Shoppers Drug Mart
10-12 km
Easy to Moderate
There and back.
We will start with a meeting with a rep. from Dundas Valley Conservation Authority and then proceed to tidy up the rail trail through west Hamilton and into Dundas. (4km) After an 11zee break, we will hike the Monarch Trail and enjoy the cleaned-up trail.
Afterwards, a stop for the finest bagel in Dundas!
• Hiking poles may be helpful.
• Conservation Authority is supplying what we need.
Wed. April 22, 2026
Waterfall Series: Dundas Peak and Tew’s Falls
Thursday, April 23, 2026
simcraig54@gmail.com cell 289-659-0007 (day of hike only)
Meet at 9:45 for 10am start
Dundas Driving Park, near washrooms
71 Cross St., Dundas
8km (approximate)
Approx. 2.5 hrs
Moderate, mostly good footing, some roots and rocks
Combination
Greater Hamilton is noted as “The City of Waterfalls”, boasting over 100 waterfalls, plunging over the Nagara Escarpment. The Waterfalls Hike Series introduces hikers to the most popular of the area’s stunning waterfalls. On this hike we’ll start at Dundas Driving Park to Dundas Peak and Tew’s Falls and see great views of Dundas and this pretty waterfall. Tew’s Falls is a ribbon waterfall and the tallest in Hamilton.
Optional beverage/snack after
Friday April 24, 2026
Meet at the parking lot River Oaks Community Centre, 2400 Sixth Line, Oakville. Park towards the back on the south side of the Community Centre.
A tour of North Oakville Trails north of Upper Middle Rd., down the Nipigon Trail & along the McCraney Valley Trail.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Hidden Valley Park
Exit from Plains Rd. north on Howard Rd.
Around bend onto Lemonville Rd.
Right on Hidden Valley Rd.
When you first enter the park, watch for a bridge over the creek. After you cross the bridge, veer to the right, into the parking lot across the road from the Baseball Diamond on the left
8 km. with a 5 km extra option
Approx 3-4 hours
Easy to Challenging
Loop with a There and Back as the extra.
We will enjoy the trails of Hidden Valley Park and the RBG following Grindstone Creek to see the spring rainbow trout. A nice up hill and a loop around Valley Inn Rd. and more of the RBG trails. After passing the cars we continue up Hidden Valley Rd. to join the Bruce Trail near the Grindstone Creek bridge and return.
Timmy’s stop afterwards
• Can be MUDDY! “Gators”.
Wed. April 29, 2026
Thursday, April 30, 2026
hikingrandma@gmail.com
Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start
Maplegrove Shopping Plaza on the southeast corner of Cornwall and Maple Ave. in Oakville. Park near the Rexall Drug Store
Rexall Maple Grove Shopping Centre
Approx. 8.5 km.
Approx 2.5 hours
Easy
Combination there and back with a loop at the top end of the hike.
We will follow Joshua Creek from Maplegrove Shopping Plaza to Lake Ontario and back. Part of the route follows the lake and returns through a pleasant neighbourhood. Hopefully we will be treated to some early Spring wildflowers.
Optional refreshment stop after the hike.
Up to 14 hikers may register.
Two days of Spring Hiking in the Niagara Area
Sunday, May 3 – Monday, May 4, 2026
Registration Opens: March 1, 2026
(stroke of midnight February 28, 2026)
Trip Leader:
Debbie Martin, 647-500-2965, Debbielou707@gmail.com
Leaders:
Debbie Martin, Frank Vajda, Craig Sim, Sue Elias, Frank Elias, Isabel Bravo and Dave Pomeroy
Enjoy two days of hiking on some of the most scenic areas of Niagara and the Bruce Trail. We will hike on the trails at Short Hills Provincial Park before heading midafternoon to our private wine tasting at Henry of Pelham Estates Winery. The second day will take us to the trails of both the Niagara Glen and Niagara Parkway and then to sections of the Bruce Trail at Ball’s Falls. Expect some typical Bruce Trail, with ups and downs, rocks and roots.
Accommodation: 1 night at the Comfort Inn Fallsview, Niagara Falls
Cost: Double Occupancy $206.00
Single Occupancy $260.00 (6 available)
Please read all the details on the Trip Information Sheet BEFORE you register.
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Ellen Kennedy and Paul Toffoletti
Ellen.Kennedy12@gmail.com 905-630-1057 / Paultgroups@gmail.com 289-230--2038
Meet at 9:15am for a 9:30am start time
Meet at City of Hamilton Municipal Parking Lot 10A Blue Parking Sign, Lot 10A located at 334 Wilson Street East, Ancaster, Ontario (pay parking)
334 Wilson St E - Google Maps
Parking fee stated on City of Hamilton website is $2.00 per hour or a daily rate of $10.00. No fee to enter trails.
Approx. 6.5 to 7km
Approx. 2.0 Hours
Low to Moderate elevation, main trail is flat although there are descents and ascents on parts of trail including a steep descent to Sherman waterfalls.
Moderate with dirt path, hills, exposed tree roots and stone, stream crossing and possible muddy sections.
5.5 km on trail, 1.5 km on sidewalk.
There and back including a small loop, Limited drop-out opportunities.
Greater Hamilton is noted as “The City of Waterfalls”, boasting over 100 waterfalls, most of which plunge over the Nagara Escarpment. The Waterfalls Hike Series introduces hikers to the most popular of these stunning features. Enjoy a morning hike in Dundas Valley on the Heritage Trail and the Bruce Trail to view Canterbury and Sherman waterfalls. Canterbury is a smaller but beautiful terraced-ribboned cascade while Sherman is a high curtain terraced fall from Ancaster Creek. There will be a brief stop at Sherman Falls to enjoy the view and your snacks.
Post-hike option at Tim Hortons.
Up to 18 hikers may register.
Waterfall Series - Borer’s Falls
Old Guelph Road to Rock Chapel
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Lisa Raftis and Bill Pote
raftislisa@gmail.com 416-829-5053
wrsp777@gmail.com 289-772-9490
9:45am for 10:00 am start
Bruce Trail Crossing at Hwy. #6 Tunnel
Old Guelph Rd. dead end.
Km. 65.8 Bruce Trail Guide Ed. 30.
(map 9)
7-8 km
Approx. 2 hours
Moderate 3-4 km per hour
Moderate to high
Moderate to challenging with stairs, hills, rocks and tree roots
Out and back
Greater Hamilton is noted as “The City of Waterfalls”, boasting over 100 waterfalls, plunging over the Nagara Escarpment. The Waterfalls Hike Series introduces hikers to the most popular of these stunning features.
On this hike you’ll see views of Dundas and Hamilton from the escarpment. You’ll also see an abandoned skateboard park on your way to Borer’s Falls. Borer’s Falls is a 15 meter high curtain waterfall.
Up to 20 hikers may register.
Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:000 am. start
Main parking lot at Hilton Falls Conservation Area on Campbellville Rd. Reservations are not required but are recommended. If you book online, you can reserve your spot and save money on gate fees. Admission is free with your Conservation Halton membership.
Hilton Falls Conservation Area
$10.50 for Adult, $8.25 for Senior
Approx. 9 km.
Combination there and back and loop.
We will use a combination of Conservation Area and Bruce Trail Blue Side Trails to search out the numerous wildflowers which grow here.
ENGLAND HIKING TRIPThursday May 28 – Sunday June 14, 2026
Registration opens Sunday May 25 (a stroke past midnight on the night of May 24)
Leaders: Loraine Walter arctic.lorie@gmail.com Carol Bailey carolbailey688@gmail.com
We are heading to two beautiful parts of England: the scenic Peak District National Park and The Cornish Coast near the idyllic town of St. Ives. Accommodation during both weeks will be at HF Holidays country houses, where we will enjoy a wide variety of hiking options. We will travel from one area to the other, by coach bus, stopping for a night in the town of Plymouth.
In each location, well-trained volunteer guides lead 3 levels of hikes on every hiking day. There are opportunities to explore local areas and sightsee on your own.
Accommodation: One week at ‘The Peveril of the Peak’, Dovedale, Derbyshire in the Peak District and our second week will be based at “Chy Morvah”, Cornish for “house by the sea”, HF’s country house in St. Ives, Cornwall.
Cost: $6832 for double occupancy and $7063 for single occupancy.
Number of participants: 26 total, including the leaders. Eight of these spots are reserved for single occupancy.
Before you register, please read the Trip Information Sheet.
Trip Information Sheet
If you have any questions, please contact Loraine Walter arctic.lorie@gmail.com.
Three Days of Exploring Ontario’s Railway History, Ports and Dairies by Bike
Thursday June 4–Saturday June 6, 2026
Registration Opens: March 15, 2026
(stroke of midnight March 14, 2026)
Trip Leader: Sue Dane
Ride Leaders & Sweeps: Melanie Baroch, Judy Dragun, Judy Gast
Ride Level Rating: LEVEL 2 (45-60 km, 18 km/hr average speed)
Riding Surface: Stone dust trails; paved road with bike lane; short stints on quiet paved and gravel roads with no bike lane to join trails and paths, some rolling hills.
Enjoy three days of riding in and around Railway City aka St. Thomas, Ontario. We will start our adventure on Day 1 with a rail trail ride near Tillsonburg. Day 2: we will explore St. Thomas including the Elevated Park then ride to Port Stanley via the Whistle Stop Trail (designated bike lane on a paved road). Day 3: We will start in Aylmer and cycle to Port Bruce along the High Wheel Way (designated bike lane on a paved road) and through the Springwater Conservation Area (gravel trail). Plan for stops at the Elgin County Rail Museum, Shaw’s Famous Dairy Bar and Mistyglen Creamery!
Accommodation:
2 nights at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites, St. Thomas
Trip Cost: Double Occupancy $338.00
Single Occupancy $540.00 (4 available)
Kingston Multisport Trip
Thursday, June 25 – Monday, June 29, 2026
Registration opens Sunday February 15 (a stroke past midnight on the night of February 14)
Leaders
Tessy Sagan: tsagan16@hotmail.com
Mark Lukowski: marklukowski@outlook.com
The Kingston area offers wonderful opportunities for hiking, biking, paddling, and sightseeing. This self-drive trip lets you do it all. Five days will give you lots of time to connect with each other and do what you love to do outdoors!
Accommodation
We will stay in Residence on Queen’s University campus.
Trip Cost: $535.00 per person
Before you register, please read the Trip Information Sheet, The List of Possible Activities, and the Summer Accommodations Brochure.
List of Possible Activities
Summer Accommodations Brochure
If you have any questions, please contact the trip leader by e-mail.
6 Nights, 7 Days of Exploring the Scenic Waterways South of Montreal
Thursday Sept. 10 - Wednesday Sept. 16, 2026
Registration Opens: March 29, 2026
(stroke of midnight March 28, 2026)
Trip Leaders: Loraine Walter & Heather Wilson
Ride Leaders & Sweeps: Sue Dane & Judy Gast
Ride Level Rating: LEVEL 2 (45-60 km 18 km/hr average speed)
Riding Surface: The trails are mostly flat and well groomed (paved, stone dust, packed gravel). Routes are predominately off-road or on signed bicycle lanes. There may be a few kilometers of road cycling required.
Description: Join us for trail rides along multiple scenic waterways in the Montérégie region south of Montreal. Each cyclist will be responsible for their own transportation. Our first stop will be Salaberry-de-Valleyfield (3 nights). We will enjoy 3 days of riding in and around this historic region of Quebec. We will spend the second half of the trip (3 nights) in St-Jean-du-Richelieu exploring the Richelieu River and surrounding countryside.
Trip Cost:
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