Hiking ET&T Series - Spring Valley To Hermitage (Hike 4)

HIKE TITLE

ET&T Series - SPRING VALLEY TO HERMITAGE (Hike 4)

DATE

Thursday, January 26th, 2023

HIKE LEADER(S)

Jim Daw

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

Jimdaw63@gmail.com

289-260-8930

GENERAL LOCATION

Ancaster

START TIME

9:45 AM to start at 10:00 AM

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Ancaster Lions Outdoor Pool

263 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster

(there is additional parking across the road at the park)

DISTANCE

7 +/- kms

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Moderate 3-4 kph

DURATION APPROX

2 – 2.5 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Wide paths, easy footing, some hilly sections

TYPE OF HIKE:

This is an out and back hike

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

This hike is in the Dundas Valley using a selection of trails and features historical ruins and a creek.  Spring Valley Creek is a lovely ‘babbling brook’ and invites the hiker to be absorbed in nature.  This is followed by a steady climb up Look Out Hill.  Griffin House and the Hermitage ruins provide very interesting destinations that hikers will want to pause and explore.

The ET&T series offers 24 hikes, every Thursday from January 5th to June 15th 2023.  These hikes follow local trails that a group of HOC members compiled into a guide book titled “Escarpment Trails and Treks: Two-Hour Hikes in Halton, Hamilton and Niagara”. These hikes  are very special and ideal for getting to know local trails in only 2-3 hours and all in close proximity to your home in Halton, Hamilton and Niagara Region, Southern Ontario. All level of hikers are welcome! 

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 15 hikers are welcome to participate in this event.

WHAT TO BRING

•  Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.

•  Bring icers and hiking poles.

•  Dress in layers according to weather

•  Bring snacks and water

IMPORTANT COVID REMINDERS

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