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Hiking Speed & Terrain Rating Info

Guests are welcome on our guided hikes. Choose a hike suited to your interests and physical abilities. Be honest with yourself in judging your abilities, remembering that we tire more quickly when walking on snow/rough terrain. Consult the hike description for the hike speed, length, and difficulty of terrain (if in doubt, contact the hike leader) which are explained in the charts below. 

Speed of Hike

 Slow 2 to 3 km/hr
 Moderate 3 to 4 km/hr
 Brisk/Fast 5+ km/hr

Terrain of Hike

Level 1  Well defined trails, gentle inclines. Hiking boots not required. Beginner-friendly; recommended for newcomers to club activities.
Level 2Generally on trail. May be hilly, with light bushwhacking, some rough spots or obstacles. Boots recommended.
Level 3Rough terrain (one or more of extensive bushwhacking, steep sections, long climbs and descents, beaver dams or other obstacles, rock scrambling). Boots, experience and a high level of fitness essential.

Calendar of Hikes by Difficulty

Upcoming events by Difficulty

  • Wednesday hikes

    • 2 Sep 2026
    • 7 Oct 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • Various
    • 1 registrant

    Wednesday hikes by leaders: Gitta, Mary, Michelle and Tuula

    About 2 hrs, speed moderate, level 1/2,  starting 9:30 am.  Registration will be open and details closer to the date.



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  • Chasing Sunsets Evening Hike

    • 4 Sep 2026
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Guelph
    • 5 registrants
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    Chasing Sunsets Evening Hike 

    Hike Description:

    Please join Tanya for an after dinner walk through the woods and by the lake to pause for a moment in time to watch the sunset. We will carry on once the sun has rested so a headlight or small flashlight is recommended. 

    When: Friday, Sept. 4 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

    Where: Guelph Lake, Meet at Victoria Rd entrance,~1.5 km north of Woodlawn and Victoria at 6:20 pm for check-in and introductions

    Length - 5-6km

    Pace - medium

    Level 2

    What to wear and bring:

    • Hiking boots or running shoes that can handle a little mud

    • Rain gear, warm layers

    • Hat

    • Bug repellent

    • Hiking poles if you like using them

    • Headlight or small flashlight

    Hike leader: 

    Tanya Simpraga:tsimpraga@yahoo.comtext: 226-791-4565

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  • Halloween Hike

    • 31 Oct 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Ignatius Jesuit Centre, Guelph
    • 2 registrants
    Register

    Hike name: Halloween Hike 

    Location: Ignatius Jesuit Centre         

    When: Oct. 31, 2026

    Time: 9:00am - 11:00am         

    Check in at 8:45am for a 9:00am start

    Location: 5420 Hwy 6, Guelph (north of Woodlawn Rd)

    Hike description:Come out for a morning of tricks and treats as we hike along the trail. We will mostly follow the trail around the perimeter including through the forests, by the meadows and gardens.  The trail varies with sections of dirt with rocks and roots and grassy lanes. From a broad path to narrow footpaths through open fields, upland forests and cedar swamps. Feel free to dress up as your favourite spooky character or stay fitted as a hiker to enjoy the crunch of leaves beneath your steps, the changing of colours, and the smell of autumn in the air. 

    Pace: 4 km/hr – approximately 6.3 km, 2 hr

    Parking:  5420 Hwy 6, Guelph (north of Woodlawn Rd) – enter and drive through along the laneway – use the second lot

    Required: hiking shoes, dress for the weather, I.D

    Recommended: water, snack, sunscreen, bug spray

    No dogs please.

    Hike leaders:

    Tanya Simpraga tsimpraga@yahoo.com 226-791-4565

    RichardWeppler, richardweppler3@gmail.com 519-994-0255


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