Friends of Caledon Hills Bruce Trail Club Hikes
All are welcome to join Sandy Green and her guest hike leaders on one or all of the Friends of Caledon Hills Bruce Trail Club hikes. Watch for listings of future Friends Hikes in the Greetings section of the Caledon Comment, which is published quarterly. If group hikes are new to you, reach out and Sandy will happily help you through the process. There is a hike for everyone.
Contact Info: Sandy Green, friendsofchbtc@gmail.com
Hike Options:
The Nature Seekers hikes are geared to newer hikers, families looking for a forest adventure, and those who enjoy taking time to explore. There is a weekday and a weekend option. The distance of these hikes is around 5 kilometres. The hikes include a nutrition break and should last around 2 1/2 hours.
The Just for Fun hikes are for those looking for a weekend morning hike that is around 10 kilometres and at a medium pace (faster than the leisurely pace of the Nature Seekers). There will still be time for a nutrition break and some exploration.
How to Register For The Friends of Caledon Hills Bruce Trail Hikes:
1. Click on the provided direct links to the Bruce Trail Hike Schedule, found below in the descriptions.
2. Follow the prompts.
If you have difficulty with this registration process, you can email Sandy and request to be added to the registration list of hikers.
Registration is limited due to parking restraints. If the hike is full when you go to register, reach out. There is always a Plan B.
Hike Descriptions For the Hikes Mentioned in the Caledon Comment, Summer Edition, 2023:
Weekday Nature Seekers
Friday, June 9
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
More information and Registration for Weekday Nature Seekers
Weekend Nature Seekers
Saturday, June 10
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
More Information and Registration for Weekend Nature Seekers
Meet at the Bruce Trail Parking Lot on Mono 5 Sideroad on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. Google GPS Coordinates: 43.974055, -79.984988
Directions: From Airport Road turn east onto 5 Sideroad and drive for 600 metres. The parking lot is on the left hand side.
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5.5 km
Hike Description: Join with other friends of the Caledon Hills Club to leisurely explore parts of the main Trail, Hockleycrest Side Trail, Darcy’s Side Trail, and the Tall Timbers Bruce Trail Conservancy’s protected natural area. Bring your choice of hydration and snacks. Sturdy footwear is highly recommended.
Just For Fun
Saturday, June 3
9:00 – 12:30
More Information and Registration for Just For Fun Hike
Meet at the Bruce Trail Parking Lot on Mono 5 Sideroad on the north side of the road where the Trail crosses. Google GPS Coordinates: 43.974055, -79.984988
Directions: From Airport Road turn east onto 5 Sideroad and drive for 600 metres. The parking lot is on the left hand side.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or some poor footing.
Distance: 10 km
Hike Description: Join with other friends of the Caledon Hills Club to hike parts of the main Trail, Hockleycrest Side Trail, Darcy’s Side Trail, and the Tall Timbers Bruce Trail Conservancy’s protected natural area. Bring your choice of hydration and snacks. Sturdy footwear is highly recommended. Note: This hike can be counted towards your Caledon Hills Sideways Badge.
How To Register For Other Hikes:
Review the Bruce Trail Conservancy Hike Schedule for other CHBTC hikes – Biodiversity Nature Walks, Tuesday Hikers, and more. Hikes listed across the nine Bruce Trail Clubs offer unlimited options and opportunities.
Go to the Bruce Trail Hike Schedule. https://hikes.brucetrail.org
1. Click on the green Caledon Hills button.
2. Navigate through the calendar and select a hike that interests you.
3. Follow the prompts.
4. Click on the other coloured buttons to peruse hikes in other Bruce Trail Sections.
How to Prepare For Group Hikes:
• Plan to have fun, meet new people, explore, and learn.
• Dress in layers according to the weather forecast.
• Wear sturdy and comfortable shoes/boots or proper hiking footwear.
Pack a backpack with the following essentials:
- 1 – 2 litres of water or healthy hydration fluids
- litter-free snacks
- emergency contact information
- medical requirements (i.e., EpiPen)
- whistle
- hat
- cellphone
- camera and binoculars if you wish
- bug spray
- sunscreen
- microspikes/icers (depending on the season)
For more extensive information about preparing for a hike, check out the Discover The Bruce Trail and Plan Your Visit sections.