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Flying J - 402 Esso Truck Stop
The Dunes & Swales Trail winds through a Carolinian Forest of sand ridges and wet swales passable on boardwalks. A variety of wildflowers makes this trail a feast for the eyes in spring. In winter it is a "wonderland" of snow!
Agora Stage, North side, Parking lot.
Join Stan on a hike from Centennial park.
Join Maria on a hike from Mike Weir Park along Old Lakeshore Road and return along Howard Watson Trail.
Come and join Larry on a hike along the Suncor and Wawanosh trails.
Enjoy a late winter walk in this Conservation Area in Alvinston followed by lunch with the firemen
Come and join Tony as he leads us on a leisurely hike to the Heritage Ponds
We will be meeting at Stokes by the Bay at 7:30PM for an informal gathering to discuss what routes we will be paddling this year. There will also be a guest speaker talking about paddling.
Late winter walk through a hilly conservation area and then an opportunity to enjoy a pancake lunch with lots of extras
Join Janet on a hike from Canatara Park to the Casino & back.
Join Tony for Practice on Map Reading & Navigation skills.
Agora Stage, North side, Parking lot
Join Janet on a hike from Centennial park to the Rainbow Park and return.
Northgate Plaza - Shopper's Drug Mart
We will be paddling the Ausable River starting at Hungry Hollow.
The water looks to be high this year, so it should be good paddling. The water is very dependent on the level as to how easy or difficult it will be. This is good for kayaks and canoes.
Cathcart Park Tennis Courts
Join Janet on an Easy Hike from tennis courts to Blackwell side-road and back via H.W. Trail.
We will be at the YMCA with 4-5 kayaks teaching people stroking and safety. This is an introduction to kayaking as it will be done in the pool. It will cost $15pp. You do not need anything.
Eastland Plaza (south end)
Come and join Tony as he leads us on a leisurely hike around the Dow Wetlands.
(This is one of the two test hikes required for anyone considering the Bruce Trail hikes.)
St. Michael Church Parking Lot
We will be paddling on the Ausable Channel in the Pinery Provincial Park to provide an introduction to paddling. The paddle is free, but there is an entrance fee to the park.
Canatara Park Animal Farm
Join Janet on a hike around Canatara Park trails and Tarzan Land.
(This is one of the two test hikes required for anyone considering the Bruce Trail hikes.)
The Maitland Trail is a 48 km linear trail that makes a dogleg along the Maitland River from Goderich to Auburn. Terrain varies from flat sections, gentle slopes, to steep climbs, ridges, and river flats. Some sections are rugged. A rich variety of plant and bird life can be seen.
Join fellow LOC club members for a great meal and presentation, in anticipation of warmer weather and great upcoming activities.
We will have all-day Saturday to paddle on the Grand River. On Saturday we will begin in Paris and on Sunday, we will begin in Brantford. This is one of the famous Rivers in Southern Ontario for landscape, wildlife, and some challenging paddling.
We will have all-day Saturday to paddle on the Grand River. On Saturday we will begin in Paris and on Sunday, we will begin in Brantford. This is one of the famous Rivers in Southern Ontario for landscape, wildlife, and some challenging paddling.
We will have all-day Saturday to paddle on the Grand River. On Saturday we will begin in Paris and on Sunday, we will begin in Brantford. This is one of the famous Rivers in Southern Ontario for landscape, wildlife, and some challenging paddling.
Bruce Trail Caledon Hills & Beaver Valley Sections
Reference- Bruce Trail Reference Maps & Trail Guide Ed 27 & (Ed 29)
Map # 18: From Airport Road 50.0 Ed 27 (47.8 Ed 29) to Map # 19 Highway #8 @ Mono Centre 70.8 Ed 27 (70.2 Ed 29); Day Distance: 20.8 km Ed 27 (22.4 km Ed 29).
Beaver Valley (Last Done September 2016)
Map #26: Beaver Valley: From Hogg’s Falls 63.3 Ed 27 (63.3 Ed 29) to MAP #27 Epping @ John Muir Lookout 93.3 Ed 27 (92.8 Ed 29); Distance: 30.0 km Ed 27 (29.5 km Ed 29).
Beaver Valley (Last Done October 2015)
Map # 24: Beaver Valley: From 18th Sideroad & 5th Line 11.0 Ed 27 (11.3 Ed 29) to Map # 25 9th Sideroad 33.4 Ed 27 (33.3 km Ed 29); Day Distance: 22.4 Ed 27 (20.0 Ed 29).
We will be starting at Wilkesport and going to Duthill. This is a nice scenic area of Lambton County. There will be a shuttle situation since it is a one-way paddle.
Bruce Trail Caledon Hills & Beaver Valley Sections
Reference- Bruce Trail Reference Maps & Trail Guide Ed 27 & (Ed 29)
Map # 18: From Airport Road 50.0 Ed 27 (47.8 Ed 29) to Map # 19 Highway #8 @ Mono Centre 70.8 Ed 27 (70.2 Ed 29); Day Distance: 20.8 km Ed 27 (22.4 km Ed 29).
Beaver Valley (Last Done September 2016)
Map #26: Beaver Valley: From Hogg’s Falls 63.3 Ed 27 (63.3 Ed 29) to MAP #27 Epping @ John Muir Lookout 93.3 Ed 27 (92.8 Ed 29); Distance: 30.0 km Ed 27 (29.5 km Ed 29).
Beaver Valley (Last Done October 2015)
Map # 24: Beaver Valley: From 18th Sideroad & 5th Line 11.0 Ed 27 (11.3 Ed 29) to Map # 25 9th Sideroad 33.4 Ed 27 (33.3 km Ed 29); Day Distance: 22.4 Ed 27 (20.0 Ed 29).
Bruce Trail Sydenham Section
THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF OCT 2019 HIKE
Sydenham SECTION (Last Done May 2016)
Map #33: Sydenham Section: From Indian Access Road West 112.5 Ed 27 (116.4 Ed 29) to Map #34 & 35 Bruce’s Cave Access Trail 160.5 Ed 27 (164.6 Ed 29); Distance: 52.1 km Ed 27 (48.2 km Ed 29).
Bruce Trail Sydenham Section
THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF OCT 2019 HIKE
Sydenham SECTION (Last Done May 2016)
Map #33: Sydenham Section: From Indian Access Road West 112.5 Ed 27 (116.4 Ed 29) to Map #34 & 35 Bruce’s Cave Access Trail 160.5 Ed 27 (164.6 Ed 29); Distance: 52.1 km Ed 27 (48.2 km Ed 29).
St. Michael Church Parking Lot
We will be paddling the Maitland River. Since this is a shallow river, kayaks are preferred. We will be having lunch on the river, so you need to bring your lunch.
Parking lot near Skeeter Barlow's Restaurant
Hank will be taking out a group at Bright‘s Grove for a paddle around the lake. This trip is primarily for kayakers. After the paddle, please join Hank for beer and wings at Skeeter Barlow‘s restaurant.
Parking lot near Skeeter Barlow's Restaurant
Hank will be taking out a group at Bright‘s Grove for a paddle around the lake. This trip is primarily for kayakers. After the paddle, please join Hank for beer and wings at Skeeter Barlow‘s restaurant.
Parking lot near Skeeter Barlow's Restaurant
Hank will be taking out a group at Bright‘s Grove for a paddle around the lake. This trip is primarily for kayakers. After the paddle, please join Hank for beer and wings at Skeeter Barlow‘s restaurant.
Hold the Date - Bruc Trail Hike Sept 25-27
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Hold the Date - Bruc Trail Hike Sept 25-27
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Hold the Date - Bruc Trail Hike Sept 25-27
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Hold the Date - Bruce Trail Hike Oct 16 - 18
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Hold the Date - Bruce Trail Hike Oct 16 - 18
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Hold the Date - Bruce Trail Hike Oct 16 - 18
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