Hiking North Bruce Trail, Burlington

HIKE TITLE

Bruce Trail  Burlington

DATE

Tuesday May 9, 2023

HIKE LEADER(S)

Dave Somerville

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

cdsomerville4@gmail.com 905 659 6768

Alternatively please call at 289 556 6707 on the day of hike (including same day cancellations)

GENERAL LOCATION

Burlington

START TIME

Meet at 9:15 a.m. for a 9:30 a.m. start

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

32 Flanders Drive, Waterdown. Road side parking.
Look for the Black truck (with flag) near the MAIL BOX.

DISTANCE

10-12 km

PACE  Moderate -moderately brisk

 Moderate, about 4 kmph

DURATION APPROX

About 3 hours

TERRAIN  

Easy to moderate, muddy sections,

Typical Bruce Trail rocky sections

TYPE OF HIKE:

Loop Hike

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

An enjoyable hike westward along the Main Bruce Trail.  Possible side trails to view Grindstone Creek or vast views over Burlington.

We will also see the regeneration process to overcome the removal of many ash trees.

ONLINE 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

Two weeks before the hike. Up to 15 hikers are welcome to participate in this event.

WHAT TO BRING

•  Hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes.

•  Prepare for wet leaves or icy conditions.(Icers?)

•  Bring water,(Minimum 1 litre) drinks, snacks.

•  Prepare for Mother Nature!!

IMPORT COVID REMINDERS

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