Woman's Day Waterfall WalkSouth Western Ontario hiking groups are co-hosting a choose-your-own-adventure waterfall hike to celebrate the women in our lives on Women’s Day. ALL are welcome! Women - we encourage you to bring the people who love and support you, regardless of gender. Men- bring the women in your lives, or just bring yourself to celebrate. This is an LGBQT+ inclusive event.
Parking:
City View Park - South Parking lot, 2500 Kerns Rd, Burlington. Parking is free and carpooling is encouraged.
Day/ Time:
Saturday, March 8, 9:45am. We will wait 15 minutes for any late arrivals and start promptly at 10am.
Part A:
Bruce Trail out & back to the top of Smokey Hollow Falls (~ 9kms, 3 hours at a moderate pace)
Leads: Crystal, Katy, Dorothy & Jay
Part B:
Lunch break & extension to the base/ interior of Smokey Hollow Gorge (additional 2 hours at a chill wandering pace until we head back to the Bruce Trail.)
Leads: Jay & Dorothy
Difficulty level: Intermediate due to length - Terrain is partly uneven ground, mostly flat with some gradual inclines and declines. Weather may be a factor in difficulty (expect a combination of mud, ice and/or snow)
What to bring:
- if it’s snowing and/or below zero, crampons will be required for safety in case of icy trails
- appropriate hiking boots with treads in case of mud
- Water for drinking (2-3L)
- Gaitors recommended for both mud and snow
- Poles if desired
- Layers: it may be cold and wet and you may sweat and get hot
- Snacks and/or a lunch (if doing part B)
- Sun protection
We are excited to come together and celebrate all the women in our hiking families! Co-hosts include:
Happy Hikers Hamilton (Crystal)
Hiking Through Your Mind (Katy)
Niagara Hiking Group (Jay & Mandy)
Oakville Walking Group (Dorothy)
Stoney Creek Walkers, Hikers & Runners (Christina)
Toronto Hiking Moms (Agatha)
Please see the linked group chat to ask related questions or to arrange carpooling options.
*If you mark yourself as going or maybe to this hike, you acknowledge that you are hiking at your own risk and that all leads, attendees and park systems are not liable for injury. Regardless, we all care about each other and don’t want to see anyone get hurt, so please behave safely on the trails. As we approach the creek, full attention on surroundings not only improves safety, but also helps us be in the moment, connected to nature. Please pay attention to instructions by the hike leaders at all times, and if you find yourself unsure how to proceed or in need of help, please let us know how we can assist.
* This is a LEAVE NO TRACE hike. Prepare to take all garbage, toilet paper and anything else you bring or use along the way out with you. There may not be any garbage cans or toilets. Prepare for bio breaks accordingly.
* This is a photography friendly event, however we request that you stay with the group so that we stay on time, instead of lingering behind. There will be planned photography breaks, and if you would like to linger, Part B of the hike is a better fit. By attending this event, you acknowledge that photographers are present and that photos of the event with you in them will likely be posted to social media, unless you explicitly state that you do not wish to have your photo taken. Thank you!
