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• Hiking Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk

  • When
    21 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    9

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk
  DATE	Wednesday, October 21, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Tammy Ross Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	tammyross@rogers.com   905-518-6942       blairjames082@gmail.com 905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Bayfront Park, Hamilton
  MEETING MAP (link)	Hamilton Bayfront Park Parking Lot - Google Search 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.
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	6 km with option to lengthen to 8 kms +, depending on route
  DURATION OF HIKE	2 hours +/-
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate but pace may vary if you prefer a faster or slower pace
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low: flat. The route may vary occasionally, in which case there may be a few hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy: wide and paved
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Out and back, with some possible route variations.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Along the waterfront of Hamilton Harbour, under bridge to Cootes Paradise and Bayfront Park. There may be some route variations from week to week (i.e. up to York Blvd., Hamilton Cemetery, Princess Point, over to pier 4, some city sidewalks)
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	The group enjoys a coffee together at Wiliams Café on the Pier 8 after the hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Cycling L-2: North Mississauga Trails

  • When
    21 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:45 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    3

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  RIDE	LEVEL 2: North Mississauga Trails
  DATE	Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 9:45  am-2:00 pm
  RIDE LEADER	Leader: Sue Dane           Leader: Judy Gast
  RIDE LEADER CONTACT	sued.cyclinghoc@gmail.com       905-464-0363
  CADENCE/PACE	Level 2  18 km per hour on average
  DESCRIPTION	Mostly paved and  trails, some on road bike lanes, some hills
  DISTANCE	38 km+/-
  MEETING PLACE & TIME	Erin Mills Twin Arena, 3205 Unity Drive, Mississauga 9:45 for a 10:00 start.
  MEETING PLACE MAP	https://share.google/Xcl2WWBtBlYNkELER
  SOCIAL	Bring a snack to have on the trail. We will stop in Streetsville for a coffee/lunch.
  START POINT	Parking lot loop route
  REGISTRATION REQUIRED	Yes. It’s important. Leaders appreciate early registration but you can register at the last minute. Trip leaders will be able to email you with updates and last minute changes.
  TO CANCEL	Self-serve online. Leader will be checking the website list to see who to expect.
  REGISTRATION OPENS	2 weeks before the ride
  IMPORTANT REMINDERS	Water, helmet, tire repair kit including spare tube

  
  

  Ride Types and Descriptions:

  Level 1 - In general, shorter, more gentle rides (20-40km) with frequent stops, up to 15km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 2 - Medium, faster paced, with fewer breaks, these rides will vary from 40-60km with stops as needed, up to 18 km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 3 - Long, with breaks as needed, these rides are over 60km, more than 18 km/hr on average or road rides where speeds are always over 20 km/hr. on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  
  

  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.  

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• Hiking Lincoln Views/Frost Rd

  • When
    22 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:45 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    1

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Lincoln Views/Frost Rd
  DATE	Thursday, Oct 22nd, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Craig Sim
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	simcraig54@gmail.com cell 289 659 0007
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	09:45am for 10:00am start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Kinsmen Park, 3820 Frost Rd, end of Frost Rd Beamsville
  MEETING MAP (link)	Kinsmen Park
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	8-10 km
  DURATION OF HIKE	Approx 3hrs
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate to Challenging lots of rocks and roots
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There and Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Great views of farmland, vineyards, Lake Ontario in the distance. We will follow the Bruce Trail in the Niagara direction toward Cave Springs, overlooking Cave Springs.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	Optional beverage/food stop after
  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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Nordic Walking Fall Colours – Shell Park

  • When
    22 Oct 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    0

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Fall Colours: Nordic Walking – Shell Park
  DATE	Thursday October 22, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Sue Elias
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	fselias@cogeco.ca   416-556-2638
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet: 1:30 p.m. Start: 1:45 p.m.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Shell Park – 1st Parking lot on the right 3307 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON L6L 6S6 43.380418, -79.717985
  MEETING MAP (link)	Shell Park Google Map
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	Approx. 5-6 km.
  DURATION OF HIKE	1.5 - 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There & Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	From the park, we head east and take the trails to Shelburne Park then from South Shell Park go west to Burloak Waterfront Park.  On the way back, we will take the multi-purpose trail on Lakeshore Rd W. back to Shell Park. Depending on weather, may add in the trail to Spruce Park, between Burloak and Great Lakes Blvd.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	It’s the best time to hike our local trails! From the time the first hint of colour emerges, to the peak of oranges and reds, to a carpet of gold on the forest floor, there’s nothing quite like the splendour of fall   This is a Nordic Walk so bring your telescoping hiking/walking poles with rubber booties.  Sue will review the Urban Poling technique for Nordic walking for anyone interested.  Sue is a certified Urban Poling Instructor. Check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-fuF1pUaws Using poles adds to the full body workout but you are welcome to join even if you do not have poles.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 10 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 are not mandatory • 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

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking 16 Mile Creek – Neyagawa Park Oakville

  • When
    23 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    0

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	16 Mile Creek – Neyagawa Park Oakville
  DATE	Friday Oct 23, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Jeff Spence
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	jeffspence6@gmail.com  905-516-8204
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:15 am meet for a 9:30am start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Park and meet at Neyagawa Park parking lot. 540 River Glen Park, Oakville ON Free parking. Washroom in parking lot.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Neyagawa Park, Oakville ON
  ENTRANCE FEES	Not Applicable
  DISTANCE	10 km approx..
  DURATION OF HIKE	3 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate to high: Mostly flat but multiple steep hills [some challenging]. Hikers need to be comfortable ascending and descending steep trail hills.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate to challenging: Expect forest trails with tree roots, as well gravel paved paths. Some tricky footing on steep forest hills. Poles are recommended.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop with one out and back side trail.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	This route will take us along 16-mile creek in Oakville. Some trails are wide and well-groomed but there are some challenging forest trail hills.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	Large free parking lot. Washrooms available at parking lot.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 18 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 are recommended on this hike for challenging hills. • 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Erindale Park Fall Splendour

  • When
    24 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    18

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Erindale Park Fall Splendour Hike: variation on UTM Campus Trails, Culham Trails and Riverwood Trails
  DATE	Saturday, October 24, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Deb Moorthy
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	647 282 7401 Day of hike text dmoorthy@rogers.com
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9am for a 9:15 am start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	At Erindale Park, drive past the first parking lot and continue all the way to the end of park road to the second parking lot.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Erindale Parking Lot
  ENTRANCE FEES	None
  DISTANCE	14 km to 16 km with dropout options at 5 km and 8 km
  DURATION OF HIKE	Approx 4.5 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate to fast
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate. Some hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy to challenging, with mostly compacted gravel paths, wood chips, some roots and stones on trails.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop and There-and-Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Erindale Park → UTM Nature Trails → St. Peter’s Anglican Church Cemetery → Burnhamthorpe Bridge (fall colours) → Riverwood Conservancy → Credit River/Culham Trails → Erindale Park There are washrooms and water refill stations at Erindale Park, UTM and Riverwood Park.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	Option to bring your picnic to enjoy end of hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 25 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Cycling L-2: Mount Pleasant to Waterford

  • When
    24 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    8

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  RIDE	LEVEL 2 Mount Pleasant to Waterford, LE & N Trail
  DATE	Saturday, October 24, 2026  9:15 am-2:30 pm
  RIDE LEADER	Judy Dragun Leader
  RIDE LEADER CONTACT	(905) 466-1048 Judy.dragun363@gmail.com
  CADENCE/PACE	Level 2 Average up to 18 km/hr
  DESCRIPTION	Paved, flat trail.
  DISTANCE	45km+/-
  MEETING PLACE & TIME	Meet at the tennis courts on Burtch Rd, Mt Pleasant at 9:15 for a 9:30start.
  MEETING PLACE MAP	Tennis courts on Burtch Rd, Mt Pleasant https://goo.gl/maps/p3cjJqRmDEvyfDiLA
  START POINT	Parking lot out & back
  SOCIAL	We stop for lunch at the Pavilion in Waterford for a bring your own lunch and for those interested, at the Windmill Restaurant for snacks, ice cream or Bevies after the ride!
  REGISTRATION REQUIRED	Yes. It’s important. Leaders appreciate early registration but you can register at the last minute. Trip leaders will be able to email you with updates and last minute changes.
  TO CANCEL	Self-serve online. Leader will be checking the website list to see who to expect.
  REGISTRATION OPENS	2 weeks before the ride
  IMPORTANT REMINDERS	Water, helmet, tire repair kit including spare tube

  
  

  Ride Types and Descriptions:

  Level 1 - In general, shorter, more gentle rides (20-40km) with frequent stops, up to 15km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 2 - Medium, faster paced, with fewer breaks, these rides will vary from 40-60km with stops as needed, up to 18 km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 3 - Long, with breaks as needed, these rides are over 60km, more than 18 km/hr on average or road rides where speeds are always over 20 km/hr. on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  
  

  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.  

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• Hiking Fall Colours: Felker's Falls

  • When
    24 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    3

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Fall Colours: Felker’s Falls
  DATE	Saturday October 24, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Isabel Bravo / Dave Pomeroy
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	ibravo_13@icloud.com - 905.746.2217
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15am for start at 9:30am
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Park at the Felker’s Fall Conservation Area, located on 44 Ackland St, Stoney Creek. Free parking area
  MEETING MAP (link)	Parking Lot Felker's Falls Parking
  ENTRANCE FEES	None
  DISTANCE	Approx 10 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	About 3-4 hrs including hydration and nutrition breaks
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate- Typical Bruce Trail with some significant ups and downs. About 50m elevation gain.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Challenging. Mostly along the Bruce Trail. Small section on the road.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There and Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Enjoy the escarpment with all the rock formations and views. We hike mostly along forested trails. Starting at Felker’s falls, hike under the Red Hill Valley Parkway to see Glendale and Albion falls. We will also hike along the edge of Red Hill Creek. No washrooms facilities.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	It’s the best time to hike our local trails! From the time the first hint of colour emerges, to the peak of oranges and reds, to a carpet of gold on the forest floor, there’s nothing quite like the splendour of fall.   After the hike we plan to enjoy coffee and Italian pastries or lunch if you wish at Valentino’s Restaurant, located at 835 Paramount Drive Stoney Creek, Ontario L8J 0B4 (905) 385-3284.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 15 hikers may register plus the 2 leaders 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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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• Cycling L-3 Trail Brantford to Mt Pleasant, TH & B Trail

  • When
    24 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    11

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  RIDE	L-3 Trail Brantford to Mt Pleasant, TH & B Trail
  DATE	Saturday, October 24, 9:30 am-1:00 pm
  RIDE LEADER	Sue Dane  and Ephraim Fernandez
  RIDE LEADER CONTACT	Sued.cyclinghoc@gmail.com         (905) 464-0363 Ephraim.fernandez@gmail.com     647-988-3939
  CADENCE/PACE	Level 3  Averages over 18 km/hour Speed between 18-22 km per hour
  DESCRIPTION	Hard packed flat gravel & paved trail.
  DISTANCE	60 km +/-
  MEETING PLACE & TIME	Meet at Brantford Civic Centre parking lot behind the Civic Centre Brantford at 9:15 for a 9:30 start.
  MEETING PLACE MAP	Brantford & District Civic Centre
  START POINT	Parking lot out & back
  SOCIAL	We will have a snack at the Waterford Pavillion with optional after ride social a Sassy Britches Brewing Company.  Please let Sue know if you will be joining.
  REGISTRATION REQUIRED	Yes. It’s important. Leaders appreciate early registration but you can register at the last minute. Trip leaders will be able to email you with updates and last minute changes.
  TO CANCEL	Self-serve online. Leader will be checking the website list to see who to expect.
  REGISTRATION OPENS	2 weeks before the ride
  EXTRAS	We stop for lunch & snacks, unless noted, so bring a lunch, snacks & water
  IMPORTANT REMINDERS	Helmet, tire repair kit including spare tube

  
  

  Ride Types and Descriptions:

  Level 1 - In general, shorter, more gentle rides (20-40km) with frequent stops, up to 15km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 2 - Medium, faster paced, with fewer breaks, these rides will vary from 40-60km with stops as needed, up to 18 km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 3 - Long, with breaks as needed, these rides are over 60km, more than 18 km/hr on average or road rides where speeds are always over 20 km/hr. on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• WinterFit

  • When
    24 Oct 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Spaces left
    12

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  • WinterFit

    Calling all X-C Skiers and Snowshoers!

    Let’s get ready for winter. Learn some fitness moves that are specific to x-c skiing and snowshoeing as well as some dryland training (striding and bounding with poles).  

    Beginners welcome!

    The WinterFit preseason program will help you:

  • • Boost up your cardio
    • Better your balance
    • Strengthen your core
    • Tune up your technique
    • Bump up your confidence
    • AND have fun!

  • Meeting Place: LaSalle Park, 50 Northshore Blvd. East, Burlington
    LaSalle Park - Google Maps

    Saturday Afternoons:  2:00 – 3:15

    Oct 17, Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5

    Registration: Please register every week for each Winterfit session. Registration for each week opens two weeks in advance. A maximum of 25 participants are welcome to register each week. 

    Leaders: 

    Collette Somerville  cdsomerville4@gmail.com
    Sandi Robinson sandir09ontario@gmail.com
    Patti and Jim Blair pblair24@cogeco.ca

    
    

    What to Wear: Dress in layers. It may be cool to start but you will warm up. Running shoes are best but light weight low cut hikers will be OK too. In cool weather, bring a tuque and lightweight gloves.

    What to Bring:

  • • Water
    • xc ski poles; (bring an old pair if you have them. If you don’t have ski poles bring hiking poles)
    • yoga mat
    • a pack or bag to put your things in

  In the event of rain, this event will be cancelled.

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• Hiking Fall Colours: Chedoke and Iroquoia Heights

  • When
    25 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    0

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Fall Colours: Chedoke and Iroquoia Heights
  DATE	Sunday, October 25, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Patti Blair Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	pattiblair87@gmail.com     905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:15 am for 9:30 am start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Chedoke Golf Course,   Hamilton.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Chedoke Parking Lot Meet at the far end of the Chedoke Golf Club parking lot away from the Club House
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	8 - 9 km
  DURATION OF HIKE	2.5 - 3 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate: Long gradual climb up the escarpment, some short hills in Iroquoia section
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy to Moderate. Some sections with wide trails and good footing. Some sections of narrower trails with roots and rocks.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Some sections of out and back and a loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	It’s the best time to hike our local trails! From the time the first hint of colour shows up, to the peak of oranges and reds, to when the forest floor is carpeted in gold, there’s nothing quite like the splendour of fall.  We will follow the Chedoke rail Trail up to the Iroquoia Heights Conservation Area, for a grand escarpment lookout. We will either return the same way or return via the mountain brow and the Chedoke stairs (down), which will require some street walking
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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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• Hiking Hunter Moon Hike – Hidden Valley

  • When
    25 Oct 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    11

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hunter Moon Hike – HIDDEN VALLEY
  DATE	Sunday October 25, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Melanie Baroch
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	melaniebaroch@gmail.com / 416-797-2922
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	5:30pm and start 5:45pm
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Hidden Valley Park, playground #2 gravel parking lot next to the small bridge.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Hidden Valley Park Playground #2 - Google Maps
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	7km
  DURATION OF HIKE	2.5 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate pace 3-4 km/hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	low, Mostly flat,
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy but a few areas of roots and rocks. Might be muddy depending on conditions,
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Mainly a out and back.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	HEAD LAMPS MANDATORY flash lights will suffice.
  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.
  WHAT TO BRING	• Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread. • Hiking poles will be helpful.along creek bank if muddy.  • 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

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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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• Hiking Joe Sams and Grindstone

  • When
    27 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    0

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Joe Sams and Grindstone
  DATE	Tuesday October 27, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Patti Blair Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	pattiblair87@gmail.com  905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Joe Sams Dog Park off Centre Road In Waterdown
  MEETING MAP (link)	Parking Lot Joe Sams Dog Park
  ENTRANCE FEES	None
  DISTANCE	12 – 13 km
  DURATION OF HIKE	3 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate to fast
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate. A flat section through Joe Sams Park and Waterdoown. Then descend and ascend Grindstone Valley
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate. Very easy, some paved sections through Joe Sams Park and Waterdown. Then some tricky footing when we get into the Grindstone Valley
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There and back with a possible loop in the middle
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	A pleasant easy hike through Joe Sams Park, followed by some town walking to get to Smokey Hollow Falls. After viewing the falls, we descend down into the stunning Grindstone Valley and eventually return the way we came OR do a loop to come up to a different section of Waterdown
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	Coffee at the Jitterbug Cafe
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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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• Hiking Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk

  • When
    28 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    13

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk
  DATE	Wednesday, October 28, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Tammy Ross Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	tammyross@rogers.com   905-518-6942       blairjames082@gmail.com 905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Bayfront Park, Hamilton
  MEETING MAP (link)	Hamilton Bayfront Park Parking Lot - Google Search 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.
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	6 km with option to lengthen to 8 kms +, depending on route
  DURATION OF HIKE	2 hours +/-
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate but pace may vary if you prefer a faster or slower pace
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low: flat. The route may vary occasionally, in which case there may be a few hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy: wide and paved
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Out and back, with some possible route variations.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Along the waterfront of Hamilton Harbour, under bridge to Cootes Paradise and Bayfront Park. There may be some route variations from week to week (i.e. up to York Blvd., Hamilton Cemetery, Princess Point, over to pier 4, some city sidewalks)
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	The group enjoys a coffee together at Wiliams Café on the Pier 8 after the hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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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• Fall Information Fair 2026

  • When
    28 Oct 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Burlington Lions Club, 471 Pearl St, Burlington

  

  Curious About the Halton Outdoor Club?
  Join us at our Fall Info Fair and discover everything the Club has to offer. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for the upcoming season or interested in trying a new outdoor activity, there’s something for everyone.

  Everyone is welcome!

  Drop by, say hello, and bring a friend or two. We’d love to meet you!

  Halton Outdoor Club Fall Info Fair
  

  Date: Wednesday, October 28 

  Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm

  Location: Burlington Lions Club, 471 Pearl St, Burlington

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Hiking Fall Colours: Kelso Conservation Area

  • When
    30 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Spaces left
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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Fall Colours: Kelso Conservation Area
  DATE	Friday, October 30, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Rita Weerdenburg
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	rita.weerdenburg@gmail.com     905-339-8529
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 am for a 9:30 am start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	DO NOT go to the Kelso main entrance parking lot.  Follow the link to: Kelso Summit Parking Lot 5301 Steeles Ave W, Milton
  MEETING MAP (link)	Kelso Summit Parking Lot
  ENTRANCE FEES	It is highly recommended that you pre-register and pay for parking/admission prior to arrival at Kelso Summit.  You will save money and aggravation.  Pre-registration fees: Adult 10.50 , Seniors 8.25, at the gate: Adult 12.00, Seniors 9.75.  HST added to all fees.  No charge for Halton Conservation Area annual pass holders, but pre-registration is recommended.
  DISTANCE	Approx. 8.0 km
  DURATION OF HIKE	3 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	A few very moderate hills, but overall, the route is mostly flat.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate.  Some very narrow, some wider, hard-packed trails.  Could be muddy if it has rained recently.  Sections with lots of rocks and roots.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	A lollipop:  approx. 2 km of out and back joining a large loop.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	It’s the best time to hike our local trails! From the time the first hint of colour emerges, to the peak of oranges and reds, to a carpet of gold on the forest floor, there’s nothing quite like the splendour of fall.  This trail is mostly through heavily wooded areas, so we can expect a good show of colour.  There is a great lookout point at the half-way mark where we will have our snack break.
  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	Hiking boots or shoes. Hiking poles may be beneficial, especially if it has rained and trail is slippery. Dress according to the weather. Bring snacks and enough water for the duration of the hike. Sun and bug protection as required

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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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• Hiking Erindale Park Halloween

  • When
    31 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    10

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Erindale Park Halloween Hike: Variation on UTM Campus Trails, Culham Trails and Riverwood Trails
  DATE	Saturday, October 31,2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Deb Moorthy
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	647 282 7401 Day of hike text dmoorthy@rogers.com
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:00am for a 9:15 am start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	At Erindale Park, drive past the first parking lot and continue all the way to the end of park road to the second parking lot.
  MEETING MAP (link)	43°32'50.4"N 79°39'09.3"W - Google Maps
  ENTRANCE FEES	None
  DISTANCE	14 km to 16 km with dropout options at 5 km and 8 km
  DURATION OF HIKE	Approx 4.5 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate to fast
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate. Some hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy to challenging, with mostly compacted gravel paths, wood chips, some roots and stones on trails.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop and There-and-Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Come in costumes! Erindale Park → UTM Nature Trails → St. Peter’s Anglican Church Cemetery → Burnhamthorpe Bridge (fall colours) → Riverwood Conservancy → Credit River/Culham Trails → Erindale Park   There are washrooms and water refill stations at the Erindale, Riverwood parks and UTM.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	Option to bring your picnic to enjoy end of hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 25 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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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• Cycling L-2: Elora to Belwood, Halloween Monster Ride. Cataract Trail

  • When
    31 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    8

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  RIDE	Level 2 Elora to Belwood, Halloween Monster Ride. Cataract Trail Ride
  DATE	Saturday, October 31 2026, 9:15 am - 3:00 pm
  RIDE LEADER	Sue Dane
  RIDE LEADER CONTACT	sued.cyclinghoc@gmail.com, 905-464-0363
  CADENCE/PACE	Level 2 up to 18 km/hr on average.
  DESCRIPTION	Hard packed flat gravel trail.
  DISTANCE	46 km+/-
  MEETING PLACE & TIME	Meet at the parking lot at Bissell Park, 125 Mary St, Elora, at 9:15 for a 9:30 start. There are 2 parking lots at Bissel Park PLEASE MEET AT THE ST. MARY’S STREET END/  GRAVEL PARKING LOT.
  MEETING PLACE MAP	https://maps.app.goo.gl/KgEpyoLThoEPuNo17
  START POINT	Parking lot out & back
  SOCIAL	We will ride to Belwood Lake for a snack and then back to Elora for lunch (at 1:15).  Lunch either in the park (on your own) or at Bardo Restaurant for a beverage or a meal. Elora will be decked out in paper machete monsters.  Plan to take some time to explore the town after the ride. https://www.monstermonth.ca/events-2/  RSVP to sued.cyclinghoc@gmail.com by October 29 if you wish to join us at the pub.
  REGISTRATION REQUIRED	Yes. It’s important. Leaders appreciate early registration but you can register at the last minute. Trip leaders will be able to email you with updates and last minute changes.
  TO CANCEL	Self-serve online. Leader will be checking the website list to see who to expect.
  REGISTRATION OPENS	2 weeks before the ride
  IMPORTANT REMINDERS	Water, helmet, tire repair kit including spare tube

  
  

  Ride Types and Descriptions:

  Level 1 - In general, shorter, more gentle rides (20-40km) with frequent stops, up to 15km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 2 - Medium, faster paced, with fewer breaks, these rides will vary from 40-60km with stops as needed, up to 18 km/hr on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  Level 3 - Long, with breaks as needed, these rides are over 60km, more than 18 km/hr on average or road rides where speeds are always over 20 km/hr. on average.  Check the ride description for more details.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• WinterFit

  • When
    31 Oct 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Spaces left
    15

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  • WinterFit

    Calling all X-C Skiers and Snowshoers!

    Let’s get ready for winter. Learn some fitness moves that are specific to x-c skiing and snowshoeing as well as some dryland training (striding and bounding with poles).  

    Beginners welcome!

    The WinterFit preseason program will help you:

  • • Boost up your cardio
    • Better your balance
    • Strengthen your core
    • Tune up your technique
    • Bump up your confidence
    • AND have fun!

  • Meeting Place: LaSalle Park, 50 Northshore Blvd. East, Burlington
    LaSalle Park - Google Maps

    Saturday Afternoons:  2:00 – 3:15

    Oct 17, Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5

    Registration: Please register every week for each Winterfit session. Registration for each week opens two weeks in advance. A maximum of 25 participants are welcome to register each week. 

    Leaders: 

    Collette Somerville  cdsomerville4@gmail.com
    Sandi Robinson sandir09ontario@gmail.com
    Patti Blair  pblair24@cogeco.ca
    Sandra Redfearn  14redfearns@gmail.com

    
    

    What to Wear: Dress in layers. It may be cool to start but you will warm up. Running shoes are best but light weight low cut hikers will be OK too. In cool weather, bring a tuque and lightweight gloves.

    What to Bring:

  • • Water
    • xc ski poles; (bring an old pair if you have them. If you don’t have ski poles bring hiking poles)
    • yoga mat
    • a pack or bag to put your things in

  In the event of rain, this event will be cancelled.

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• Hiking Rattlesnake Point to Crawford Lake

  • When
    01 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:45 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    9

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Rattlesnake Point to Crawford Lake
  DATE	Sunday, November 1, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Filipe Hammond
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	filipeh@pm.me  Cell: 416-399-6035
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:45 am. meet. 10:00 am. start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Rattlesnake Point, 7200 Appleby Line, upper parking lot Conservation on Appleby Line, north of Derry Rd. The Derry R exit is closed for construction. Take the Bell School Line exit east of Appleby Line north to 14 Side Rd, then west to Appleby line to south to the entrance.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area
  ENTRANCE FEES	Parking free with Halton Conservation Pass Paid parking reservation online in advance: Adult - 10.50 plus HST. Senior - 8.25 plus HST Paid parking at the gate: Adult - 11:25 plus HST Senior – 9.75 plus HST  Rattlesnake Point Online Reservation
  DISTANCE	12 km
  DURATION OF HIKE	3.5 - 4 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Some ups and downs with one long descent and one long ascent
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	A mixture of wide and narrow trails with some areas of tricky footing but generally good condition with little standing water, mud
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There and back with a loop in the middle
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	The route is almost all in forest shade along the west facing edge of the escarpment cliff. There is a loop around Crawford Lake on a boardwalk in the middle where on occasion you may be able to spot turtles hunting along the lake edge.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	For those interested, we will stop for coffee and snacks at at Springridge Farms. https://www.springridgefarm.com
  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.

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Dundas Valley

  • When
    03 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    23

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Dundas Valley
  DATE	Tuesday November 3, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Dave Somerville
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	cdsomerville4@gmail.com 905 659 6768 289 556 6707 TEXT morning of hike
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:15 for a 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Warren Park 46 ½ Tally Ho (off Mayfair Ave. off Governor’s Rd)
  MEETING MAP (link)	Warren Park
  ENTRANCE FEES	Free Roadside parking
  DISTANCE	12 Km.
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate to Fast
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate Dundas Valley – ALWAYS some hills.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate Screened pathways, natural trails, some rocky sections
  DURATION OF HIKE	3 - 4 hours.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Combination of loops.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	We will enjoy the Spring Creek Trail, parts of the Bruce Trail and the McCormack Trail. Hopefully there will be some remaining fall colour.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 25 hikers may register. Leaders appreciate early registration, but you can register at the last minute. Please join the waitlist if the hike is full.
  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. “Gators” for possible muddy conditions.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	A “coffee” stop in Dundas afterwards. PREPARE FOR MOTHER NATURE!

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk

  • When
    04 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    18

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk
  DATE	Wednesday, November 4, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Tammy Ross Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	tammyross@rogers.com   905-518-6942       blairjames082@gmail.com 905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Bayfront Park, Hamilton
  MEETING MAP (link)	Hamilton Bayfront Park Parking Lot - Google Search 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.
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	6 km with option to lengthen to 8 kms +, depending on route
  DURATION OF HIKE	2 hours +/-
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate but pace may vary if you prefer a faster or slower pace
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low: flat. The route may vary occasionally, in which case there may be a few hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy: wide and paved
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Out and back, with some possible route variations.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Along the waterfront of Hamilton Harbour, under bridge to Cootes Paradise and Bayfront Park. There may be some route variations from week to week (i.e. up to York Blvd., Hamilton Cemetery, Princess Point, over to pier 4, some city sidewalks)
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	The group enjoys a coffee together at Wiliams Café on the Pier 8 after the hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Niagara Glen

  • When
    05 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:45 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

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  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Niagara Glen
  DATE	Thursday November 5th, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Craig Sim
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	simcraig54@gmail.com cell 289 659 0007 (day of hike only)
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet 0945am for 10am start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Niagara Glen parking lot, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, near Butterfly Conservatory and Floral Clock
  MEETING MAP (link)	Niagara Glen Parking Lot
  ENTRANCE FEES	Niagara Parks pass or paid parking ($8.00/hour)
  DISTANCE	7k (approximate)
  DURATION OF HIKE	2.5 to 3hrs
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate to High
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate to Challenging
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Combination
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Descend and ascend steel stairs, rocky terrain, go from elevation of Parkway down to level of the Niagara River. Walk among great boulders, beautiful views.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	Optional food/beverage stop after
  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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Nordic Walking Fall Colours: Shell Park

  • When
    05 Nov 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    9

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Nordic Walking Fall Colours – Shell Park
  DATE	Thursday November 5, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Sue Elias
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	fselias@cogeco.ca   416-556-2638
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet: 1:30 p.m. Start: 1:45 p.m.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Shell Park – 1st Parking lot on the right 3307 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON  43.380418, -79.717985
  MEETING MAP (link)	Shell Park Google Map
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	Approx. 5-6 km.
  DURATION OF HIKE	1.5 - 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There & Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	From the park, we head east and take the trails to Shelburne Park then from South Shell Park go west to Burloak Waterfront Park.  On the way back, we will take the multi-purpose trail on Lakeshore Rd W. back to Shell Park. Depending on weather, may add in the trail to Spruce Park, between Burloak and Great Lakes Blvd.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	It’s the best time to hike our local trails! From the time the first hint of colour emerges, to the peak of oranges and reds, to a carpet of gold on the forest floor, there’s nothing quite like the splendour of fall.   This is a Nordic Walk so bring your telescoping hiking/walking poles with rubber booties.  Sue will review the Urban Poling technique for Nordic walking for anyone interested.  Sue is a certified Urban Poling Instructor. Check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-fuF1pUaws Using poles adds to the full body workout but you are welcome to join even if you do not have poles.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 10 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 are not mandatory • 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

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails

  • When
    06 Nov 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails
  DATE	Friday, November 6, 2026, 6:15 to 8:30 pm
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Heather Wilson
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	Heatherwlsn249@gmail.com 289-259-5099
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	6:15 for a 6:30 start.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Meet at the parking lot behind the Scotiabank at 300 North Service Rd West, near the corner of North Service Rd West & Lindsay Drive.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Scotiabank
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	6-8 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	1-1/2 to 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate to Fast, 3-5 km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate, some ups and downs.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, on gravel & pavement, some areas of tricky footing
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Explore the trails of North Oakville after dark.
  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. • Headlamps or flashlights are mandatory • Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• WinterFit

  • When
    07 Nov 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Spaces left
    20

  Registration is closed

  • WinterFit

    Calling all X-C Skiers and Snowshoers!

    Let’s get ready for winter. Learn some fitness moves that are specific to x-c skiing and snowshoeing as well as some dryland training (striding and bounding with poles).  

    Beginners welcome!

    The WinterFit preseason program will help you:

  • • Boost up your cardio
    • Better your balance
    • Strengthen your core
    • Tune up your technique
    • Bump up your confidence
    • AND have fun!

  • Meeting Place: LaSalle Park, 50 Northshore Blvd. East, Burlington
    LaSalle Park - Google Maps

    Saturday Afternoons:  2:00 – 3:15

    Oct 17, Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5

    Registration: Please register every week for each Winterfit session. Registration for each week opens two weeks in advance. A maximum of 25 participants are welcome to register each week. 

    Leaders: 

    Collette Somerville  cdsomerville4@gmail.com
    Sandi Robinson sandir09ontario@gmail.com
    Patti & Jim Blair  pblair24@cogeco.ca
    Sandra Redfearn  14redfearns@gmail.com

    
    

    What to Wear: Dress in layers. It may be cool to start but you will warm up. Running shoes are best but light weight low cut hikers will be OK too. In cool weather, bring a tuque and lightweight gloves.

    What to Bring:

  • • Water
    • xc ski poles; (bring an old pair if you have them. If you don’t have ski poles bring hiking poles)
    • yoga mat
    • a pack or bag to put your things in

  In the event of rain, this event will be cancelled.

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• Hiking Lafarge Trail

  • When
    08 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    18

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Lafarge Trail
  DATE	Sunday November 8, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Patti and Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	pattiblair87@gmail.com  905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Travelling north on Hwy#6 north, take Regional Highway #97 west (left), just before Freelton. Drive about 2kms on #97, looking for a sign on your right for Middletown Road. Turn right on Middletown Rd. and drive a few hundred meters up to where the road dead ends. Park at the dead end.
  MEETING MAP (link)	43°23'41.0"N 80°04'16.7"W - Google Maps
  ENTRANCE FEES	None No washrooms
  DISTANCE	10 – 11 kms. Drop out available after 5 kms
  DURATION OF HIKE	3 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate 4 kmph
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate. Wide trail with generally good footing but there may be muddy areas. Some hills. Not a busy trail.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There and back, in two stages. (we park in the middle of the hike)
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Board walk, wetland, cedar swamp, sweeping views of rural landscape.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking King's Forest

  • When
    10 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    24

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	King’s Forest
  DATE	Tuesday November 10, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Dave Somerville
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	cdsomerville4@gmail.com 905 659 6768 289 556 6707 TEXT morning of hike
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 for a 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Rosedale Arena 100 Greenhill Ave.,  Hamilton (off Cochrane Rd.)
  MEETING MAP (link)	Rosedale Arena
  ENTRANCE FEES	Free parking
  DISTANCE	12 Km.
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate to Fast
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate Some good ups and downs.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate Screened pathways, natural trails, some rocky sections
  DURATION OF HIKE	3 - 4 hours.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Combination of loops.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Lots of possibilities in the Red Hill Valley. Albion Falls! Bruce Trail! Ulli Stairs?
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 25 hikers may register. Leaders appreciate early registration, but you can register at the last minute. Please join the waitlist if the hike is full.
  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. “Gators” for possible muddy conditions.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	A “coffee” stop in East Hamilton afterwards. PREPARE FOR MOTHER NATURE!

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk

  • When
    11 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    18

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk
  DATE	Wednesday, November 11, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Tammy Ross Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	tammyross@rogers.com   905-518-6942       blairjames082@gmail.com 905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Bayfront Park, Hamilton
  MEETING MAP (link)	Hamilton Bayfront Park Parking Lot - Google Search 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.
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	6 km with option to lengthen to 8 kms +, depending on route
  DURATION OF HIKE	2 hours +/-
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate but pace may vary if you prefer a faster or slower pace
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low: flat. The route may vary occasionally, in which case there may be a few hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy: wide and paved
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Out and back, with some possible route variations.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Along the waterfront of Hamilton Harbour, under bridge to Cootes Paradise and Bayfront Park. There may be some route variations from week to week (i.e. up to York Blvd., Hamilton Cemetery, Princess Point, over to pier 4, some city sidewalks)
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	The group enjoys a coffee together at Wiliams Café on the Pier 8 after the hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Nordic Walking Fall Colours: Shell Park

  • When
    12 Nov 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    9

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Nordic Walking Fall Colours – Shell Park
  DATE	Thursday November 12, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Sue Elias
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	fselias@cogeco.ca   416-556-2638
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet: 1:30 p.m. Start: 1:45 p.m.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Shell Park – 1st Parking lot on the right 3307 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON   43.380418, -79.717985
  MEETING MAP (link)	Shell Park Google Map
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	Approx. 5-6 km.
  DURATION OF HIKE	1.5 - 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There & Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	From the park, we head east and take the trails to Shelburne Park then from South Shell Park go west to Burloak Waterfront Park.  On the way back, we will take the multi-purpose trail on Lakeshore Rd W. back to Shell Park. Depending on weather, may add in the trail to Spruce Park, between Burloak and Great Lakes Blvd.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	It’s the best time to hike our local trails! From the time the first hint of colour emerges, to the peak of oranges and reds, to a carpet of gold on the forest floor, there’s nothing quite like the splendour of fall.   This is a Nordic Walk so bring your telescoping hiking/walking poles with rubber booties.  Sue will review the Urban Poling technique for Nordic walking for anyone interested.  Sue is a certified Urban Poling Instructor. Check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-fuF1pUaws Using poles adds to the full body workout but you are welcome to join even if you do not have poles.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 10 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 are not mandatory • 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

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails

  • When
    13 Nov 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails
  DATE	Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:15 to 8:30 pm
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Heather Wilson
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	Heatherwlsn249@gmail.com 289-259-5099
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	6:15 for a 6:30  start.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Meet at the parking lot at Glen Abbey Community Centre, 1415 Third Line.  Park in the area closest to Third Line & Glen Abbey Gate.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Glen Abbey Community Centre
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	6-8 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	1-1/2 to 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate to Fast, 3-5 km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate, some ups and downs.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, on gravel & pavement, some areas of tricky footing
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Explore the trails of North Oakville after dark.
  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. • Headlamps/flashlights are mandatory • Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Hole in the Wall (Easy Does It)

  • When
    14 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:45 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hole in the Wall (Easy Does It)
  DATE	Saturday, November 14, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Anne Armstrong
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	hikingrandma@gmail.com  906-617-3937
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:45 am. meet. 10:00 am. start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Limehouse Conservation Area, 12169 Fifth Line, Halton Hills, just outside of the village of Limehouse
  MEETING MAP (link)	LImehouse Conservation Area
  ENTRANCE FEES	Free Parking
  DISTANCE	Approx. 6 – 7 km.
  DURATION OF HIKE	2.5 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Leisurely
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Generally flat with some hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	A mixture of wide and narrow trails with some areas of tricky footing with rocks and roots
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop with one small out and back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Join in this Easy Does It hike through the Limehouse Conservation Area. Limehouse was an important historical area which provided much of the lime used in mortars and concrete in the construction industry. We will use a combination of Bruce Trail and Conservation area trails to hike along part of the escarpment, as well as along Black Creek.  We will visit the lime kilns and return via the “hole in the wall” (a little tricky rock work here and ladders to return to the main Bruce Trail and our cars.
  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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• WinterFit

  • When
    14 Nov 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Spaces left
    20

  Registration is closed

  • WinterFit

    Calling all X-C Skiers and Snowshoers!

    Let’s get ready for winter. Learn some fitness moves that are specific to x-c skiing and snowshoeing as well as some dryland training (striding and bounding with poles).  

    Beginners welcome!

    The WinterFit preseason program will help you:

  • • Boost up your cardio
    • Better your balance
    • Strengthen your core
    • Tune up your technique
    • Bump up your confidence
    • AND have fun!

  • Meeting Place: LaSalle Park, 50 Northshore Blvd. East, Burlington
    LaSalle Park - Google Maps

    Saturday Afternoons:  2:00 – 3:15

    Oct 17, Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5

    Registration: Please register every week for each Winterfit session. Registration for each week opens two weeks in advance. A maximum of 25 participants are welcome to register each week. 

    Leaders: 

    Collette Somerville  cdsomerville4@gmail.com
    Sandi Robinson sandir09ontario@gmail.com
    Patti & Jim Blair  pblair24@cogeco.ca
    Sandra Redfearn  14redfearns@gmail.com

    
    

    What to Wear: Dress in layers. It may be cool to start but you will warm up. Running shoes are best but light weight low cut hikers will be OK too. In cool weather, bring a tuque and lightweight gloves.

    What to Bring:

  • • Water
    • xc ski poles; (bring an old pair if you have them. If you don’t have ski poles bring hiking poles)
    • yoga mat
    • a pack or bag to put your things in

  In the event of rain, this event will be cancelled.

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• Hiking Three Waterfalls in Dundas Valley

  • When
    15 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    13

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Three Waterfalls in Dundas Valley
  DATE	Sunday, November 15, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Nancy de Guerre & Ellen de Guerre
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	ndeguerre@cogeco.ca 289-242-1261
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	9:15 a.m. arrival for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Ancaster Mill parking area - the back lot on the other side of the street from Inn 548 Old Dundas Rd, Ancaster, ON
  MEETING MAP (link)	https://maps.app.goo.gl/FCGcnEDHDwen2AobA
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	Approx. 6km
  DURATION OF HIKE	Approx. 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate: 3-4km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate to high in one or two spots.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate – some wider trails, but some rocky/uneven footing and a few hills.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There and back.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Through hills and valleys, passing creeks and crossing one road – we will take in delightful views of three waterfalls, each with unique features: Canterbury, Sherman & Tiffany.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 12 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 if necessary Icers mandatory in wintry conditions..

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk

  • When
    18 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    18

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk
  DATE	Wednesday, November 18, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Tammy Ross Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	tammyross@rogers.com   905-518-6942       blairjames082@gmail.com 905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Bayfront Park, Hamilton
  MEETING MAP (link)	Hamilton Bayfront Park Parking Lot - Google Search 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.
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	6 km with option to lengthen to 8 kms +, depending on route
  DURATION OF HIKE	2 hours +/-
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate but pace may vary if you prefer a faster or slower pace
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low: flat. The route may vary occasionally, in which case there may be a few hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy: wide and paved
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Out and back, with some possible route variations.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Along the waterfront of Hamilton Harbour, under bridge to Cootes Paradise and Bayfront Park. There may be some route variations from week to week (i.e. up to York Blvd., Hamilton Cemetery, Princess Point, over to pier 4, some city sidewalks)
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	The group enjoys a coffee together at Wiliams Café on the Pier 8 after the hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Nordic Walking: Shell Park

  • When
    19 Nov 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    9

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Nordic Walking – Shell Park
  DATE	Thursday November 19, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Sue Elias
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	fselias@cogeco.ca   416-556-2638
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet: 1:30 p.m. Start: 1:45 p.m.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Shell Park – 1st Parking lot on the right 3307 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, 43.380418, -79.717985
  MEETING MAP (link)	Shell Park Google Map
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	Approx. 5-6 km.
  DURATION OF HIKE	1.5 - 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There & Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	From the park, we head east and take the trails to Shelburne Park then from South Shell Park go west to Burloak Waterfront Park.  On the way back, we will take the multi-purpose trail on Lakeshore Rd W. back to Shell Park. Depending on weather, may add in the trail to Spruce Park, between Burloak and Great Lakes Blvd.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	This is a Nordic Walk so bring your telescoping hiking/walking poles with rubber booties.  Sue will review the Urban Poling technique for Nordic walking for anyone interested.  Sue is a certified Urban Poling Instructor. Check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-fuF1pUaws Using poles adds to the full body workout but you are welcome to join even if you do not have poles.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 10 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 are not mandatory • 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

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails

  • When
    20 Nov 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails
  DATE	Friday, November 20, 2026, 6:15 to 8:30 pm
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Heather Wilson
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	Heatherwlsn249@gmail.com 289-259-5099
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	6:15 for a 6:30 start.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Meet at the parking lot on the north side of Upper Middle Rd at Reeves Gate & Upper Middle Road West.
  MEETING MAP (link)	https://maps.app.goo.gl/F39EYxy7gSgYqF6t9
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	6-8 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	1-1/2 to 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate-Fast, 3-5 km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate, some ups and downs
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, gravel & pavement,  some areas of tricky footing
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Explore the trails of North Oakville after dark.
  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. • Headlamps/flashlights are mandatory • Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Nordic Walking: Sherwood Forest Park

  • When
    21 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    13

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Nordic Walking – Sherwood Forest Park
  DATE	Saturday November 21, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Frank & Sue Elias
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	fselias@cogeco.ca   416-556-2638
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet: 9:30 a.m.      Start: 9:45 a.m.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Sherwood Forest Park – east entrance Turn west off Burloak, onto Prince William Drive, turn right (north) onto Fothergill Rd. There are two parking lots, meet on the trail where it crosses Fothergill Rd, by the baseball diamonds. 43.387300, -79.750243 Do NOT go to the west parking lot with the tennis courts and soccer fields
  MEETING MAP (link)	Sherwood Forest East Parking lot Google Map
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	Approx. 5-6 km.
  DURATION OF HIKE	1.5 - 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, some hills, asphalt trail
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There & back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	From the park, we head west and will turn around at half our distance or time.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	This is a Nordic Walk so bring your telescoping hiking/walking poles with rubber booties.  Sue will review the Urban Poling technique for Nordic walking for anyone interested.  Sue is a certified Urban Poling Instructor. Check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-fuF1pUaws Using poles adds to the full body workout but you are welcome to join even if you do not have poles.
  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 are not mandatory • 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

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• WinterFit

  • When
    21 Nov 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Spaces left
    20

  Registration is closed

  • WinterFit

    Calling all X-C Skiers and Snowshoers!

    Let’s get ready for winter. Learn some fitness moves that are specific to x-c skiing and snowshoeing as well as some dryland training (striding and bounding with poles).  

    Beginners welcome!

    The WinterFit preseason program will help you:

  • • Boost up your cardio
    • Better your balance
    • Strengthen your core
    • Tune up your technique
    • Bump up your confidence
    • AND have fun!

  • Meeting Place: LaSalle Park, 50 Northshore Blvd. East, Burlington
    LaSalle Park - Google Maps

    Saturday Afternoons:  2:00 – 3:15

    Oct 17, Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5

    Registration: Please register every week for each Winterfit session. Registration for each week opens two weeks in advance. A maximum of 25 participants are welcome to register each week. 

    Leaders: 

    Collette Somerville  cdsomerville4@gmail.com
    Sandi Robinson sandir09ontario@gmail.com
    Patti & Jim Blair  pblair24@cogeco.ca
    Sandra Redfearn  14redfearns@gmail.com

    
    

    What to Wear: Dress in layers. It may be cool to start but you will warm up. Running shoes are best but light weight low cut hikers will be OK too. In cool weather, bring a tuque and lightweight gloves.

    What to Bring:

  • • Water
    • xc ski poles; (bring an old pair if you have them. If you don’t have ski poles bring hiking poles)
    • yoga mat
    • a pack or bag to put your things in

  In the event of rain, this event will be cancelled.

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• Hiking Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk

  • When
    25 Nov 2026
  •  
    9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Spaces left
    18

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Hamilton Weekly Waterfront Walk
  DATE	Wednesday, November 25, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Tammy Ross Jim Blair
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	tammyross@rogers.com   905-518-6942       blairjames082@gmail.com 905 906 6941
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Bayfront Park, Hamilton
  MEETING MAP (link)	Hamilton Bayfront Park Parking Lot - Google Search 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.
  ENTRANCE FEES	none
  DISTANCE	6 km with option to lengthen to 8 kms +, depending on route
  DURATION OF HIKE	2 hours +/-
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate but pace may vary if you prefer a faster or slower pace
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low: flat. The route may vary occasionally, in which case there may be a few hills
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy: wide and paved
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Out and back, with some possible route variations.
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Along the waterfront of Hamilton Harbour, under bridge to Cootes Paradise and Bayfront Park. There may be some route variations from week to week (i.e. up to York Blvd., Hamilton Cemetery, Princess Point, over to pier 4, some city sidewalks)
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	The group enjoys a coffee together at Wiliams Café on the Pier 8 after the hike
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 20 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

  
  

  GUIDING NOTES:

  
  

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Annual General Meeting 2026 The Halton Outdoor Club

  • When
    25 Nov 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Burlington Seniors' Centre, 2285 New Street, Burlington
  • Spaces left
    75
  • Registered
    15 registrants

  Register

  Annual General Meeting

  All members welcome!

  Date: Wednesday, November 25, 2026

  Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.

  Location:

  Burlington Seniors' Centre, Rooms 3 & 4

  2285 New Street, Burlington

  AGM Agenda and Attachments coming soon.

  Business Portion

  • Overview of the Club's previous 12 months and future outlook
  • Review and approval of 2025-26 financials
  • Election/confirmation of Club Directors

  Social
  

  After the business portion, there will be time to socialize. Please bring a baked good to share. 

  
  

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• Hiking Nordic Walking: Shell Park

  • When
    26 Nov 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    9

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Nordic Walking – Shell Park
  DATE	Thursday November 26, 2026
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Sue Elias
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	fselias@cogeco.ca   416-556-2638
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	Meet: 1:30 p.m. Start: 1:45 p.m.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Shell Park – 1st Parking lot on the right 3307 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON  43.380418, -79.717985
  MEETING MAP (link)	Shell Park Google Map
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	Approx. 5-6 km.
  DURATION OF HIKE	1.5 - 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Low
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Easy
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	There & Back
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	From the park, we head east and take the trails to Shelburne Park then from South Shell Park go west to Burloak Waterfront Park.  On the way back, we will take the multi-purpose trail on Lakeshore Rd W. back to Shell Park. Depending on weather, may add in the trail to Spruce Park, between Burloak and Great Lakes Blvd.
  Other Specifics to Your Hike i.e. social to follow hike	This is a Nordic Walk so bring your telescoping hiking/walking poles with rubber booties.  Sue will review the Urban Poling technique for Nordic walking for anyone interested.  Sue is a certified Urban Poling Instructor. Check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-fuF1pUaws Using poles adds to the full body workout but you are welcome to join even if you do not have poles.
  REGISTRATION is required and opens 2 weeks prior to the hike.	Up to 10 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 are not mandatory • 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

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails

  • When
    27 Nov 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails
  DATE	Friday, November 27, 2026, 6:15 to 8:30 pm
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Heather Wilson
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	Heatherwlsn249@gmail.com 289-259-5099
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	6:15 for a 6:30 start.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	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.
  MEETING MAP (link)	River Oaks Community Centre
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	6-8 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	1-1/2 to 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate-Fast, 3-5 km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate, some ups and downs.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, on gravel & pavement, some areas of tricky footing
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Explore the trails of North Oakville after dark.
  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. • Headlamps/flashlights are mandatory • Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• WinterFit

  • When
    28 Nov 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Spaces left
    20

  Registration is closed

  • WinterFit

    Calling all X-C Skiers and Snowshoers!

    Let’s get ready for winter. Learn some fitness moves that are specific to x-c skiing and snowshoeing as well as some dryland training (striding and bounding with poles).  

    Beginners welcome!

    The WinterFit preseason program will help you:

  • • Boost up your cardio
    • Better your balance
    • Strengthen your core
    • Tune up your technique
    • Bump up your confidence
    • AND have fun!

  • Meeting Place: LaSalle Park, 50 Northshore Blvd. East, Burlington
    LaSalle Park - Google Maps

    Saturday Afternoons:  2:00 – 3:15

    Oct 17, Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5

    Registration: Please register every week for each Winterfit session. Registration for each week opens two weeks in advance. A maximum of 25 participants are welcome to register each week. 

    Leaders: 

    Collette Somerville  cdsomerville4@gmail.com
    Sandi Robinson sandir09ontario@gmail.com
    Patti & Jim Blair  pblair24@cogeco.ca
    Sandra Redfearn  14redfearns@gmail.com

    
    

    What to Wear: Dress in layers. It may be cool to start but you will warm up. Running shoes are best but light weight low cut hikers will be OK too. In cool weather, bring a tuque and lightweight gloves.

    What to Bring:

  • • Water
    • xc ski poles; (bring an old pair if you have them. If you don’t have ski poles bring hiking poles)
    • yoga mat
    • a pack or bag to put your things in

  In the event of rain, this event will be cancelled.

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• Hiking Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails

  • When
    04 Dec 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails
  DATE	Friday, December 4, 2026, 6:15-8:30 pm
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Heather Wilson
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	Heatherwlsn249@gmail.com 289-259-5099
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	6:15 for a 6:30 start
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	The parking lot at the corner of Neyagawa & River Glen Blvds.
  MEETING MAP (link)	Neyagawa Park
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	6-8 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	1-1/2 to 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate-Fast, 3-5 km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate, some ups and downs.
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, on gravel & pavement, some areas of tricky footing.
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Explore the trails of North Oakville after dark.
  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. • Headlamps/Flashlights are mandatory. • Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  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.

  
  

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• WinterFit

  • When
    05 Dec 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Spaces left
    21

  Registration is closed

  • WinterFit

    Calling all X-C Skiers and Snowshoers!

    Let’s get ready for winter. Learn some fitness moves that are specific to x-c skiing and snowshoeing as well as some dryland training (striding and bounding with poles).  

    Beginners welcome!

    The WinterFit preseason program will help you:

  • • Boost up your cardio
    • Better your balance
    • Strengthen your core
    • Tune up your technique
    • Bump up your confidence
    • AND have fun!

  • Meeting Place: LaSalle Park, 50 Northshore Blvd. East, Burlington
    LaSalle Park - Google Maps

    Saturday Afternoons:  2:00 – 3:15

    Oct 17, Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Nov 28, Dec 5

    Registration: Please register every week for each Winterfit session. Registration for each week opens two weeks in advance. A maximum of 25 participants are welcome to register each week. 

    Leaders: 

    Sandi Robinson sandir09ontario@gmail.com
    Patti & Jim Blair  pblair24@cogeco.ca
    Sandra Redfearn  14redfearns@gmail.com

    
    

    What to Wear: Dress in layers. It may be cool to start but you will warm up. Running shoes are best but light weight low cut hikers will be OK too. In cool weather, bring a tuque and lightweight gloves.

    What to Bring:

  • • Water
    • xc ski poles; (bring an old pair if you have them. If you don’t have ski poles bring hiking poles)
    • yoga mat
    • a pack or bag to put your things in

  In the event of rain, this event will be cancelled.

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• Hiking Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails

  • When
    11 Dec 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Friday Night Walk North Oakville Trails
  DATE	Friday, December 11, 2026, 6:15 to 8:30 pm
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Heather Wilson
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	Heatherwlsn249@gmail.com 289-259-5099
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	6:15 for a 6:30 start.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Meet at the parking lot at the corner of McCraney St West & Old Upper Middle Road
  MEETING MAP (link)	https://maps.app.goo.gl/RmtUB6Lgj4yk6hVu9
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	6-8 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	1-1/2 to 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate-Fast, 3-5 km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate, some ups and downs
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, on gravel & pavement, some areas of tricky footing
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Explore the trails of North Oakville after dark.  May include some Christmas Lights.
  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. • Headlamps/flashlights are mandatory. • Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Hiking Friday Night Walk with Christmas Lights

  • When
    18 Dec 2026
  •  
    6:15 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    14

  Registration is closed

  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.

  HIKE TITLE	Friday Night Walk with Christmas Lights
  DATE	Friday, December 18, 2026, 6:15 to 8:30 pm
  HIKE LEADER(S)	Heather Wilson
  LEADER EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER	Heatherwlsn249@gmail.com 289-259-5099
  MEETING TIME and START TIME	6:15 for a 6:30 start.
  MEETING/ PARKING LOCATION	Meet at the parking lot at the corner of McCraney St West & Old Upper Middle Road
  MEETING MAP (link)	McCraney St & Old Upper Middle Road Parking Lot
  ENTRANCE FEES	N/A
  DISTANCE	6-8 Km
  DURATION OF HIKE	1-1/2 to 2 hours
  SPEED Leisurely: 3 km/hour or less Moderate: 3-4 km/hour Fast: 4-5 km/hour	Moderate-Fast, 3-5 km per hour
  ELEVATION GAIN Low: mostly flat - a few hills Moderate: some ups and downs High: lots of hills, steep and/or long	Moderate, some ups and downs
  TERRAIN Easy: wide trail, usually good footing Moderate: some areas of tricky footing Challenging: rugged trail with tricky footing	Moderate, on gravel & pavement, some areas of tricky footing
  TYPE OF HIKE: i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination	Loop
  GENERAL ROUTE DESCRIPTION Points of Interest and Special Notes	Explore the trails of North Oakville after dark & view some neighbourhood Christmas Lights.
  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. • Headlamps/flashlights are mandatory. • Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

   

  GUIDING NOTES:

  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.

  Moderate: 3-4 km/hour

  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.

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• SilverStar Winter Sports Trip

  • Start
    23 Jan 2027
  • End
    31 Jan 2027
  • Spaces left
    0

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  SilverStar Winter Sports Trip

  Saturday, January 23 – Sunday, January 31, 2027

  Registration opens: Sunday, May 10, 2026

  (a stroke past midnight May 9, 2026)
  

  
  

  Trip Leaders:

  Heather McClintock and Ralph Gardave

  
  

  The Club is heading back to SilverStar to enjoy one of our favourite winter destinations.  This trip is ideal for experienced x-c skiers and there are excellent opportunities for snowshoeing and downhill skiing along with tubing, fat biking, skating, and more!

  We will stay at the Vance Creek Hotel and Conference Centre located in the heart of the SilverStar village.  All rooms have a kitchenette and are double occupancy. This year, two rooms are available for single occupancy on a first come, first served basis.

  COST

  • $3,210 per person for double occupancy
  • $4,350 for single occupancy (two spots available)

  
  

  REGISTRATION

  There are two parts to the registration.  You must complete Part One before Part Two.  All details are provided in the Trip Information Sheet.

  • PART ONE: Register on-line and pay HOC the required amount
  • PART TWO: Once you have secured a spot, send required payment to Adventure House Travel.

  
  

  Note: Space is available for 30 participants with 2 spaces designated for single occupancy on a first come, first served basis.

  
  

  Please read all the details on the Trip Information Sheet BEFORE you register.

  
  

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