Coote's Paradise N, Mon Nov 17 2025, 8:15

Sid Cebrowski confidently lead us on a fun day out on the the North trail at RBG.

Here we see the group gathered on fall Oak litter yet with green foliage in the backgound woods. Karen, an important member of the club executive is somewhat hidden.

The group was in good spirit right immediately on gathering at the JCC and this persisted right the way through. "We had a lot of laughts ...".

Thank you Tom for gathering all the group members onto the photo.

Barb's Bench (modified), Thu 13 Nov 2025, 8:45

The Barb's Bench hike honours Barbara Laird, who was a hike leader and veritable den mother to the Pathfinders; Barb died in 2006. The bench has a plaque to honour her and the hike around Remembrance Day is an annual occasion to remember Pathfinders who died during the year. This year was exceptional as it is the first time since 2012 that no active or recent hikers died. Brian, as leader, took the occasion to remind the 19 assembled hikers of the history of Barb's Bench. 

Starting out, at Barb's Bench just off Westoak Trails Blvd

 

 

Our favourite staircase was undergoing repairs, so the route was modified.

 

We came here to walk on pavement?!

 

 

 

Sixteen-Mile Creek, past the peak of colour but still looking good. 

Iroquoia Heights - Scenic Drive. Mon 10 Nov 2025, 8:45

 Like the posties who deliver in all kinds of weather, Pathfinders get out there despite a record early snowfall the day before. Hamilton reported 11 cm of snow, but it was the best kind: light and fluffy while the roads were clear. 

The trails themselves were buried in fresh snow but the BTC markers were always visible. 
 

photo by John Burgers

 There wasn't much flow in the Lower Princess Falls, but it will probably increase once the snow melts. 

 Michael led a band of 15 through a veritable wonderland of beauty, with lots of leaves still on the trees due to the relatively early date for the snowfall.

 

Caledon: 5 Sideroad to Hockley Valley, Mon Nov 10 2025, 7:45

 The trails were transformed into a winter scene with the first snow fall of the season.

A blanket of white on the ground, crisp cold air and the loveliness of the landscape.  What more could you ask for on a Monday morning hike!

Andrea is getting really good at selfies

The first of many stiles 

Nothing prettier than the trees after a snowfall

A hike wouldn't be complete without an apres hike snack, this time at Timmies.

Roberts and Irwin Quarry Side Trails, Thurs Nov 6 2025, 8:15

Another beautiful day for a hike on a Pathfinder favourite trail. Seven Pathfinders joined Hubert on this sometime strenuous, sometime 'walk in the woods' hike. 

A blog wouldn't be complete without a bridge picture

Who's the stray?

 

Great Esker Side Trail, Mon Nov 3 8:45

Leader : John Burgers

A picturesque hike in very light rain.

The group which also included Tom the photographer ...,

... underway,

in the wonderland of colour.

Karen will eventually lead ...,

after the hill.

The group at half way,

and in no rush to excape the drizzle at completion.

Kerncliff Park, Thurs Oct 30 2025, 8:15

 Because of the forecast, the originally scheduled Albion/Mt Brow/Felkers hike was changed to something a little closer to home. 

Five Pathfinders joined Christine on today's adventure.
 Everyone came prepared with their rain gear.

Walking through Kerncliff Park

Checking the weather app....yup, it's raining.

We would have gone farther, but Nancy wanted to get to Ottawa!!

Hockley Valley Nature Reserve, Mon Oct 26 2025, 7:45

Our hike started on the Tom East Trail, with a steady incline then the trail leads into the valley.  We followed along to pick up the Isabel East trail, and from  there we looped around the Cam Snell trail. After some hills we turned onto the main Trail back to our cars. The weather did not disappoint, we had a beautiful day with lovely colours followed by a much earned lunch at The Black Birch. 

Most of the leaves were down

broken-down 1939 Chevrolet Master Deluxe

Thank you Marleen, Sandy, Andrea, Michele, Hubert, Brian, Barbara and Richard (photographer) for coming out.

Apres hike..... a much earned lunch at the Black Birch 

Lakeshore Road Cleanup, Thurs Oct 23 2025, 8:45

Thank you to everyone who showed up for the Lakeshore Rd cleanup and especially to Richard for volunteering to organize.

Many hands made light work 

After the cleanup, those who wanted to, hiked around Appleby College and back to JCC

Kelso Summit, Oct 20 2025, 8:45

 Another beautiful fall day and 16 Pathfinders joined Ann to view the fall colours.

Lots of photo ops on this hike

Still smiling

One last photo op before we head into the woods on our way back to the cars

Pretty sure we earned our treat today

RBG North Shore Extended, Mon Oct 20 2025, 7:45

Eleven hikers joined Richard on this beautiful fall day.

Practicing selfie skills!

Water is low this year

Hike???!!! We just want to be in the pictures.

On the boardwalk

Ray Lowes - Borer’s Falls hike Oct 16 2025, 8:15

Hike Description : This out and back 8.0 km hike starts with some hills and a climb up the escarpment. Once at the top, the trail levels off and goes to Borer's Falls and along the escarpment with some scenic veiwpoints.

Hike Rating : S/D

Hike Leader : Christine Golfetto

Kerncliff Park to Waterdown, Mon Oct 13 2025, 7:45

 Brian and Ken joined Ann on today's long hike.

Enjoying the view from City View Park

Shopping at the Iroquoia Seed Garden

Great Falls aka Grindstone Falls aka Waterdown Falls aka Smokey Hollow Falls

Kerncliff and McNally Side Trail, Mon Oct 13 2025, 8:45

 11 hikers showed up to walk off their Thanksgiving indulgences. The weather was cool and overcast and the going firm.

Still smiling, even after climbing the Kerncliff Park Side Trail😊
The photo (credit: Michael Agrell) demonstrates that City View Park lives up to its name.

Rattray Marsh Trails, Oct. 9 2025, 8:45

A level 5.6 km hike on park trails and boardwalks, Rating E-E

Hike Leader Liz Davies

Susan Nash joined 19 seasoned Pathfinders hikers on a sunny, temperate morning with Liz Davies as Hike Leader, for some exercise and fellowship. Thank you Tom Stephens for the pictures below that show waves wiped up by wind over lake Ontario, a clear view of downtown Toronto across the bay, and a calm and inviting trail.