2012 Winter Snow Shoe Hike Schedule

Note: On all hikes, bring plenty of water, snacks and a lunch, if required. Wear sturdy hiking footwear for use with your snowshoes, and dress in layers.

Major Resource for Hikers - Read the General Information for Hikers web page.

Looney/Tooney Hikes Continue - Our snowshoe hikes will continue to be Looney/Tooney Hikes. On a strictly voluntary basis, participating hikers may donate to the Peninsula Bruce Trail Club's fund raising campaign as part of our club's commitment to contribute to the BTC goal to secure the trail. This program is for the future reservation of the Bruce Trail on escarpment lands.

BTC - Securing a Conservation Corridor on the Niagara Escarpment The Bruce Trail Conservancy’s mission is to secure and protect a conservation corridor along the Niagara Escarpment that contains the oldest hiking Trail in Canada - the Bruce Trail. Almost 900 km long, the Trail runs along the Niagara Escarpment, designated a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in 1990. Only 48% of the Trail is on secured public land - the remainder is routed over private property through the generous permission of many landowners. The BTC is committed to securing the remaining portion of the Trail by purchase or donation. Help us preserve the Trail in perpetuity. Visit the BTC website for more details.

 

Bruce Peninsula Day Hike Guide The Bruce Peninsula Day Hike Guide is available. This excellent map set (8 maps) is for sale. Go to The Bruce Peninsula Day Hike Guide web page for a look at a sample and information about where you can buy a set or order one by Canada Post.

Degrees of Difficulty (DOD) Defined

• Easy – A slower paced walk, along even tread way or roads.
• Moderate – A normal paced hiking speed. We do not race. The tread way could have some climbing both up and down, with some uneven sections, including tree roots and small rocks.
• Strenuous – A normal paced hiking speed. We do not race. The tread way could have some steep climbing both up and down, some scrambling, boulder beaches, and escarpment drop offs close to the trail. Usually longer hike days.

Special Notices Re. Winter Outings Winter outings may be cancelled on short notice at the discretion of the hike leader(s) due to dangerous trail and/or driving conditions. Dress for the conditions; bring adequate food & drinks. PBTC provided parking areas are not maintained in winter so please park carefully at the roadside or as suggested by the hike leader. For accommodations check: Home to Home Bed and Breakfast Network The Bruce Peninsula Bed and Breakfasts

 

SPECIAL NOTE FOR SNOWSHOE OUTINGS
For accommodations, check www.thebrucepeninsula.com/bed_breakfast.html or www.hometohomenetwork.ca. Contact person: Don McIlraith 519-793-3768.

Contact person: Susan Allen - see Contact Us for contact information.

NOTE: These hikes may be cancelled on short notice at the discretion of the hike leader due to dangerous trail and/or driving conditions. Dress for the conditions, bring adequate food and drinks. Parking areas are not maintained in Winter - please park carefully at roadside or as suggested by the hike leader.

Tuesday, January 3, 2012 - Snowshoe. DOD: Easy
Meet by 6:00 PM at Chi-Sin Tib Dek Rd, Parks Canada Visitor Centre. GPS coordinates for location of parking: 45.25688722080, -81.65671995160. During Christmas Break, Parks Canada invites families to meet at the Parks Canada Visitors Centre for an evening of hiking, hot chocolate and storytelling. For more information, please phone 519-596-2233 ext 240. How to enter the latitude/longitude (coordinates) in a Garmin Nüvi.

Saturday, January 7, 2012 - Snowshoe. DOD: Moderate, 6 km
Meet by 10:00 AM at Cemetery Rd, Cemetery Rd Access Trail. GPS coordinates for location of parking: 44.96728514810, -81.23060310470 We will hike in on the Ilse Hanel Side Trail to the Warder Side Trail.  Then loop around on the Warder Side Trail and return to our cars on the Ilse Hanel Side Trail. How to enter the latitude/longitude (coordinates) in a Garmin Nüvi.

Saturday, January 21, 2012 - Snowshoe. DOD: Moderate, 5.5 km
Meet by 10.00 AM at Forty Hills Rd, Richardson Side Trail. GPS coordinates for location of parking: 45.02046007880, -81.28378993170 Follow the Bruce Trail directly to White Bluff and return via the blue-blazed Dogwood Side Trail to the White Bluff Side Trail and then back  to the Bruce Trail to return to the parking lot. How to enter the latitude/longitude (coordinates) in a Garmin Nüv.

Saturday, February 4, 2012 - Snowshoe. DOD: Moderate, 4.2 km
Meet by 7:00 PM at McCurdy Dr off Moore St, Lion's Head 12-15 cars on municipal property. Do not block access or park on Moore St. GPS coordinates for location of parking: 44.99010234960, -81.24228212180 Moonlight Magic - Bring a head lamp and hot chocolate. How to enter the latitude/longitude (coordinates) in a Garmin Nüvi.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012 - Snowshoe.
Meet by 7:00 PM at Chi-Sin Tib Dek Rd, Parks Canada Visitor Centre. GPS coordinates for location of parking: 45.25688722080 ,-81.65671995160 Parks Canada is hosting an evening snowshoe hike on trails around the Parks Canada Visitor Centre. For more information, please phone 519-596-2233 ext 240. How to enter the latitude/longitude (coordinates) in a Garmin Nüvi.

Saturday, February 18, 2012 - Snowshoe
Meet by 6:00 PM at Cyprus Lake Campground Yurt area Parks Canada is leading a Cyprus Lake Winter Night Hike. For more information, please phone 519-596-2233 ext. 240.

Saturday, March 3, 2012 - Snowshoe. DOD: Moderate, 5 km
Meet by 10:00 AM at Corner of Boundary Road and McIver Road (park on Boundary Rd). GPS coordinates for location of parking: 44.87932, -81.08524 McIver Side Trail Loop returning by main trail - short distance roadside. How to enter the latitude/longitude (coordinates) in a Garmin Nüvi.

Saturday, March 17, 2012 - Snowshoe. DOD: Moderate, 5 km
Meet by 10:00 AM at Cyprus Lake Campground Yurt areaHike to The Grotto! (National Park Fee $11.70 per vehicle applies)

April 2012 - Date to follow
For those new to hiking or new to the Bruce Trail Conservancy, the Peninsula Club is partnering with Suntrail – Source for Adventure and the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club to offer an introductory talk about Bruce Trail hiking in the area and how to outfit for safety and comfort.  If you know a non-member that has expressed interest in getting out on the trail tell them about this free workshop (pre-registration required) that will be happening in April 2012.   Details to follow (volunteers needed)!

April 2012 - Date to follow
Hike Ontario Leadership Course - In order that our hike schedules are kept exciting and healthy we need to keep our pool of qualified leaders topped up.  To that end, the Peninsula Bruce Trail Club is considering hosting a one-day Hike Ontario Leadership Course in the spring of 2012.  Please contact Susan Allen if you would be interested in attending.

NOTES: These hikes may be cancelled on short notice at the discretion of the hike leader due to dangerous trail and/or driving conditions. Dress for the conditions, bring adequate food and drinks. Parking areas are not maintained in Winter - please park carefully at roadside or as suggested by the hike leader.