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FALL ACTIVITIES – 2010

NOTE: Also see General Hiking Information – Do's and Don'ts.

KEY

  • WSB = Westside Bowl Parking Lot on 10 St. W. west of 9th Ave. W., Owen Sound.
    – Google Maps | Canada 411 Map
  • OSCHPL = Owen Sound City Hall Parking Lot off of 8th St. E. between 1st and 2nd Ave. East – Google Maps
  • Wednesday Evening Hikes posted below always depart from Owen Sound City Hall parking lot at 7 pm. Hikes may be cancelled in poor weather. Everyone welcome! Website: City of Owen Sound | Interactive Map with City Hall location visible if you click the City Hall link or go to Google Maps. This applies to non–winter schedules unless stated otherwise.
  • Loop References are for Looping Through Sydenham, 1st Edition [>> see review]

Discover the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club

Available below (PDF) are outdoor activities that may interest newcomers.Other hikes, etc. may be listed in the Sydenham Hiker newsletter, which you will receive when you join the Bruce Trail Conservancy and affiliate with our local Sydenham Club (how to join). Dress appropriately for the weather and length of the event, bring water, etc. Please, no dogs and no smoking on organized hikes. All persons participate at their own risk.

Hike Rating System

To help hikers decide what hike is suitable for them, hike leaders use the hike rating system when planning their hikes. Hikes are rated as follows. This listing is a combination of what SBTC has used in the past and criteria used by Hike Ontario.

  • Pace (or Speed)
    • Leisurely = less than 2 km/h
    • Slow = 2 to 3 km/h
    • Moderate = 3 to 4 km/h
    • Fast = 5 km/h or greater
  • Level of Difficulty (LOD)/Terrain
    • Easy or Level 1 – Well–defined trails, gentle inclines. Hiking boots not required, but trails may be wet. Is suitable for beginners. This level is recommended for newcomers to club activities.
    • Normal or Level 2 – Generally on trail. May be hilly, light bushwhacking, some rough spots or obstacles. Boots are recommended.
    • Strenuous or Level 3 – Rough terrain with one or more of the following: extensive bushwhacking, steep sections, long climbs and descents, beaver dams, rock scrambling or other obstacles. Boots, Level 2 experience, and a high level of fitness essential. Long pants and sleeves recommended.
  • Distance
    • Distance is stated in kilometres (km).
    • For the "unconverted" 1 kilometre = 0.621371192 miles.
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Public Activities

26th Edition of the Bruce Trail Reference is now available
DETAILS HERE

Arrow SEPTEMBER 2010

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, September 01, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Donna Cruickshank 519-376-5294

CanoeTrail Bullet September 6 to 10, 2010 – Canoeing on the French River
Base Camp on the Voyageur Channel with Day Trips out on the River. Maximum 4 canoes. Please register by August 15, 2010. Leader(s): Bob Knapp 519-371-1255

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, September 08, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Don Greig 519-371-9596

End to EndHikeTrail Bullet Saturday, September 11, 2010 – Sydenham End to End 12 of 13
Depart 9:00 am. Meet at WSB. Maps 34, 35 (25th Edition). Fast pace, Normal level of difficulty. 8.8 km. Hike around Skinners Bluff to exploration of the Bruce’s Caves. km 154.6 to km 163.4. All trail, no road walking. Bring water and lunch. Leader(s): Frank Bouma 519-376-1139

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, September 12, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 1:15 pm. Meet at WSB. Map 29 (25th Edition). Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 6.7 km/2.5-3 h. Hike the trail south from Km 25.6 through the east edge of the Spey River Forest south into the Bighead River Valley, Km 18.9. Interesting variety of trees and terrain. Leader(s): Ed McReynolds 519-371-2655

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, September 19, 2010 – Local Hike, Sauble Falls
Depart 1:15 pm. Meet at WSB. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 4 km/2-3 h. Hike from the Sauble Falls to the Rankin Falls. Leader(s): Brenda Roppel 519-534-5900

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, September 22, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Frank Bouma 519-376-1139

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, September 26, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 1:15 pm. Meet at WSB. Map 32 (25th Edition). Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 3.5-4 km/2 h. Hike the Pallisade Loops on the East Rocks of Owen Sound. Leader(s): Marj Odell 519-370-0078

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, September 29, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Bettilyn Berglund 519-376-3729

 

Arrow OCTOBER 2010

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, October 03, 2010 – Celebrate Bruce Trail Day
Plan on joining us to celebrate the Trail at the Woodford Community Centre. Numerous trails leaving the picturesque hamlet of Woodford will provide avid hikers with challenging and interesting, short and long hikes. Cookies and refreshments will be served. Hikes depart at 2:00pm. Arrive early! Those wanting to car pool meet at West Side Bowl parking lot at 1:15 pm. Leader(s): Ron Savage 519-371-2276

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, October 06, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Donna Cruickshank 519-376-5294

HikeTrail Bullet Monday, October 11, 2010 – Thanksgiving Morning Hike on The Peninsula
Depart 8:30 am. Meet at WSB. Map 36 (25th Edition). Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 7 km/2.5 h. Hike the Jones Bluff Loop. Bring water and snack. Leader(s): Peter Kloetstra 519-881-1275

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, October 13, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Don Greig 519-371-9596

End to EndHikeTrail Bullet Saturday, October 16, 2010 – Sydenham End to End 13 of 13
Depart 9:00 am. Meet at WSB. Maps 34, 35 (25th Edition). Fast pace, Normal level of difficulty. 7.9 km. Hike from the Bruce’s Caves Access Trail to Wiarton. Kms. 163.4 – 171.3. Some road. Bring water and lunch. Celebration to follow? This completes the 2009/2010 Sydenham E2E Look for more in 2011. Leader(s): Frank Bouma 519-376-1139

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, October 17, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 1:15 pm. Meet at WSB. Map 34 (25th Edition), Loop # 17. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5.4 km/1.5-2 h. Do the Slough! Short loop. Field, forest and great views of the Slough of Despond wetland, remnant of glacial Lake Algonquin and Area of Natural and Scientific Interest. Leader(s): Dave Sykes 519-370-0193

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, October 20, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Diane Breukelman 519-371-8255

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, October 24, 2010 – Sydenham Bruce Trail Club’s A.G.M.
Come out and take part in the Annual General Meeting. Meet other club members, join an organized hike, have your voice at the business meeting and enjoy a delicious potluck supper. Woodford Community Centre by 1:45 pm. Bus departs 2:00 pm for hikers to explore our new Main Trail reroute to the south of Woodford. We will hike back 3 km arriving at 4:00 pm for the meeting. Potluck about 5:30 pm. Bring your own cutlery and dishes. Please bring a salad, casserole, or dessert (more salads and casseroles less desserts). Leader(s): Ron Savage 519-371-2276

HikeTrail Bullet Wednesday, October 27, 2010 – Evening Hike
Depart 7:00 pm. Meet at OSCHPL. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/1.5-2 h. Local hike in Owen Sound area. Leader(s): Frank Bouma 519-376-1139

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, October 31, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 1:15 pm. Meet at WSB. Map 33 (25th Edition), Loop # 15. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. Hike the trails of The Glen Management Area. Alternate meet 1:40 pm The Glen Access Trail, 3 km north on Sideroad 17 from the Gordon Sutherland Parkway, behind the Drive In. Leader(s): Ann Marie Vachon 519-371-6482

 

Arrow NOVEMBER 2010

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, November 07, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 1:15 pm. Meet at WSB. Map 34 (25th Edition), Loop # 16. Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 5-6 km/2-2.5 h. Loop around the trails of the Kemble Mountain Management Area. Leader(s): Del & Nancy Bonham 519-832-9473

HikeTrail Bullet Saturday, November 13, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 9:15 am. Meet at WSB. Map 30 (25th Edition), Loop # 7. Moderate pace/Strenuous, Normal level of difficulty. 17.6 km/6-6.5 h. Hike the long or short loop of the Bayview Escarpment Nature Preserve depending on weather. Bring lunch and water. Leader(s): Brendan Zamojc or Marj Odell 519-370-0078

HikeTrail Bullet Saturday, November 20, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 9:15 am. Meet at WSB. Map 32 (25th Edition). Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 10 km/4-5 h. Hike from Jones Falls to Inglis Falls. Bring water and lunch. Leader(s): Bettilyn Berglund 519-376-3729

HikeTrail Bullet Sunday, November 21, 2010 – Sydenham Hike
Depart 1:15 pm. Meet at WSB. Map 28 (25th Edition). Moderate pace, Normal level of difficulty. 4.4 km/1-2 h. Hike some of the beautiful Rocklyn Creek Management Area. Kms. 3.0 – 7.4. Leader(s): Judy Kirsten 519-794-4079

HikeSnowshoeTrail Bullet Saturday, November 27, 2010 – Sydenham Hike or Snowshoe
Depart 9:15 am. Meet at WSB. Map 29 (25th Edition), Loop # 5. Moderate pace/Strenuous, Normal level of difficulty. 11.9 km/5-6 h. Hike or snowshoe the Bognor Marsh Loop. Leader(s): Marj Odell 519-370-0078
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