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Bruce Trail Hiking (from Ball’s Falls to Short Hills)

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October 22, 2024

Ball’s Falls Conservation Area is located on the scenic Niagara Escarpment, featuring rich natural landscapes, numerous trails, and beautiful waterfalls, making it a favorite among locals and visitors. The Twenty Mile Creek flows through the conservation area and cascades down the Niagara Escarpment to form Ball’s Falls. The area’s buildings date back to the 19th century when it was a small village operated by the Ball brothers from Germany, who ran a mill in the region.

Short Hills Provincial Park, covering 660 hectares, is the largest park in the Niagara area, named after the low hills formed by glacial erosion over 12,000 years ago. The park offers seven trails, including the Paleozoic Trail, which provides stunning views of the Swayze Falls. Your hike will start at Ball’s Falls Conservation Area and traverse forested paths to reach Short Hills Provincial Park, covering approximately 16 kilometers and taking about 7 hours.

Event Details:

  • Date and Time: October 27, Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Location: From Ball’s Falls Conservation Area to Short Hills Provincial Park
  • Fees: Free for members (Special note: Memberships registered in 2023 are valid until December 31, 2024). Non-members: $20 per person, $40 per family (e-transfer: [email protected]). New member registration: Registration Link
  • Transportation: Self-drive or carpooling, suggested carpool fee: $10 per person
  • Additional Costs: Any entrance or parking fees at the park will be covered by participants.
  • Outdoor Leader: Billy ([email protected])
  • Age Requirements: Ages 15-60; participants under 17 must be accompanied by a parent to participate.
  • Meeting Time: October 27, Sunday, at 9:00 AM
  • Meeting Location: To be communicated after registration
  • Hiking Distance: Approximately 16 kilometers
  • Difficulty Level: Moderate, with some sections involving elevation gain.
  • Outdoor Clothing Requirements: Lightweight outdoor clothing, hiking shoes or sports shoes with non-slip soles, hats, hiking poles
  • Outdoor Gear Requirements: Backpack, gloves, and at least one trekking pole.
  • Other: Please bring your own lunch, snacks, and drinking water.
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