Hiking the Bench, Bruce Trail

HIKE TITLE

Hiking the Bench, Bruce Trail

DATE

Tuesday July 12

HIKE LEADER(S)

Dave Pomeroy

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

pomeroyd@yahoo.com   Cell:  289.680.8476

GENERAL LOCATION

Beamsville, Lincoln

START TIME

8:30 for 8:45 start

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Meet at the end of Hixon St at the corner of Edelheim Rd in Beamsville

DISTANCE

8 km approx.

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Moderate, approx. 4 km per hour

DURATION APPROX

2.5 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Relative easy with some gentle ups and downs including one set of stairs. Trails are relatively wide and smooth. Some tricky footing depending on weather conditions.

TYPE OF HIKE:

Loop combining a variety of trails.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

Hike will take us along some local trails on the bench and top of the escarpment including small part of the Bruce Trail. Depending on the summer weather we might have some nice views of the valley, vineyards and Toronto.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Yes. A Must.  Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.

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.

REGISTRATION OPENS

2 weeks before the hike. Up to 14 registrants are welcome.

WHAT TO BRING

• Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.

• Bring hiking poles.

• Dress in layers according to weather.

• Bring snacks and plenty of water

IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS

The club’s Covid-19 Safety Guidelines will be observed.