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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T123754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124446Z
UID:10000162-1784368800-1784386800@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Wishart Conservation Area Hike
DESCRIPTION:This trail is in pretty good shape\, with a bit of overgrowth in some areas.  There is steep climb (approximately 120 m) at about the ½ way point.  Some rough terrain and some muddy spots\, with a very nice view from the top. Please wear appropriate footwear.  This a conservation area and requires a 2026 Lakehead Regional Conservation Pass or a $5 fee per vehicle.  Bring a snack and fluid.  This hike is limited to 12 participants \nLevel of Difficulty: Difficult\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 6-7 km / 3 hrs.\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 30 km/30 min\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $3
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/wishart-conservation-area-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T163000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T123923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T123923Z
UID:10000161-1784799000-1784824200@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:High Falls (Canada)
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the South Site to drive to the trailhead at the Ontario Visitor Centre at the Pigeon River/US border. Hike 2.5 km loop to High Falls and then up to the Lookout on the Middle Falls trail for lunch. Return to the Finger Point cut off to the lake and approximately 1 km boardwalk to the parking lot. Bring fluid a lunch and fluid. This is a dog friendly hike. There is a $2 per vehicle parking fee at the Visitor Centre \nLevel of Difficulty: Intermediate/Difficult\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 5 km / 3 hrs.\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 120 km/2 hrs.\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $12
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/high-falls-canada/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T123958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T123958Z
UID:10000150-1785060000-1785070800@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Waterfront Art Tour
DESCRIPTION:An easy hike through parts of the Marina following the “Prince Arthur-‘s Landing Public Art Walking Tour Guide.” Participants will stop at various art installations and learn/share/discuss. After\, participants can stay and sketch/paint at the marina with the hike leader (a novice sketcher) and /or enjoy the Marina coffee house for further visiting. (Please bring own art supplies). This hike is limited to 20 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty:\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 3 km/2-3 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: n/a
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/waterfront-art-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124103Z
UID:10000151-1785232800-1785254400@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Paddle & Potluck - Shebandowan
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at Hike Leader’s home at 10:00 am to unload kayaks/canoes and drop off potluck items. Bring your own kayak/canoe\, PFD & safety gear and a bathing suit. We will paddle the shorelines of Shebandowan Lake\, after which we will return for a potluck lunch and refreshments. This paddle is limited to 12 participants \nLevel of Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: / 2 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 200 km/ 2 hrs\nSuggested Gas Contribution: n/a
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/paddle-potluck-shebandowan-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124239Z
UID:10000152-1785578400-1785600000@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Brunner Trail & Hurkett Cove\, Dorion
DESCRIPTION:This 2.7 km loop takes you through a Boreal Forest to the top of a hill for views of Lake Superior where we will stop for lunch. We will start walking down an old road\, which leads to a steep climb of approximately 270 feet in elevation\, which may be challenging for novice hikers. Bring a lunch and plenty of fluids. After the Brunner trail we will drive for ice cream/snack and hike a short trail at the Hurkett Cove. Dorion. Don’t forget to bring your LRCA Explorer Card Parking Pass or pay $5.00 at the kiosk for parking. This hike is limited to 12 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 3 km / 2 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 143.6 km / 2 hrs.\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $15
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/brunner-trail-hurkett-cove-dorion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260803T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260803T153000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125318Z
UID:10000153-1785749400-1785771000@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Lake Marie Louise Paddle\, Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
DESCRIPTION:Bring your kayak/canoe\, PFD\, safety gear\, lunch\, drink and swimming trunks. Buy a daily vehicle permit at the campground office or have a 2026 Ontario Parks Permit. This paddle is limited to 10 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Intermediate\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 5-10 km / 3 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 150 km / 2 hours\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $15
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/lake-marie-louise-paddle-sleeping-giant-provincial-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260809T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260809T153000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125204Z
UID:10000154-1786267800-1786289400@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Silver Falls Trail
DESCRIPTION:The hike starts and ends from the parking lot at the gate before the hydro generating station at the start of Silver Falls Hiking Trail. We will follow the Silver Falls hiking trail to Dog Falls and stop for a lunch and return on the same trail. Due to hiking conditions sturdy hiking shoes are required and bug repellent. Please bring a lunch and fluids. This hike is limited to 12 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Difficule\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 10 km/3.5 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 95 km/1.5 hr\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $9
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/silver-falls-trail/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125228Z
UID:10000155-1786644000-1786651200@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Urban Hike – Quiet Neighbourhoods and City Parks
DESCRIPTION:From the Canada Games Complex a gentle climb 0f 2 km through quiet residential neighbourhoods on a paved road. At George Burke Park a 2.7 km loop hike on the McIntyre Riverside trail on a paved trail and crossing to a natural trail with bare ground\, uneven surfaces\, and exposed roots. Return (downhill) to the Canada Games Complex. This hike has no limited number of participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Easy\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 7 km /2 hrs.\nTravel Time/Travel Distance:  n/a
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/urban-hike-quiet-neighbourhoods-and-city-parks/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125034Z
UID:10000156-1786788000-1786813200@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Welch Mountain Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:This gem is located between Pearl and Hurkett and is a wonderful trail that our own TBHA group has developed. It needs some work on it so wear sturdy footwear; bring lunch and fluids. Trail clearing tools are provided but bring work gloves. Phone ahead for details. This hike is limited to 14. \nLevel of Difficulty: Difficult\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 6 km /5 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 120km/1.5 hr\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $12
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/welch-mountain-maintenance/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125057Z
UID:10000157-1787218200-1787232600@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Kakabeka Falls Prov. Park Hike & Swim
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy two joined hike trails at Kababeka Falls with views of Kakabeka and Little Falls. After drive to the swimming area of the park for lunch and an optional swim. An Ontario Annual Park Pass or a daily pass is required. ($12.25 for 4 hours) This hike is limited to 15 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Easy\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 4 km / 2 hr\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 50 km / 1 hr\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $5
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/kakabeka-falls-prov-park-hike-swim/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125251Z
UID:10000158-1787479200-1787504400@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Middlebrun Bay\, Sleeping Giant Park
DESCRIPTION:We will hike to Middlebrun Bay on Lake Superior\, near Silver Islet. This is an easy hike with flat sections. The distance of 4.6 km ranks as an easy hike. We will have lunch at Middlebrun Bay Beach. This hike will be a relaxed pace to accommodate slow hikers\, with opportunities for Naturalist Interpretation\, Possibility of dessert at Silver Islet Store after the hike. The is a fee of approximately $21 for Ontario daily Vehicle Park Permit or 2026 Ontario Park Pass. (Alternatively\, a Park Pass may be borrowed from any Thunder Bay Public Library in advance. This hike is limited to 20 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty:Easy\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 4.6 km/4 hrs.\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 160 km/2 hrs\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $16
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/middlebrun-bay-sleeping-giant-park-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260829T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260829T163000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125127Z
UID:10000159-1787995800-1788021000@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Clavet Bay\, Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
DESCRIPTION:From the Thunder Bay Lookout\, we will hike down a long steep hill to a flat section of land\, and then make our way to Claver Bay\, overlooking Lake Superior and the Sleeping Giant. Trail is very slippery when wet with some boggy sections. We recommend gloves and boots with a good grip for crossing boulders and loose rock. Vehicle Day Pass is approximately $21 (If no Ontario Park Pass). (Alternatively\, a Park Pass may be borrowed from and thunder Bay Public Library in advance.) This hike is limited to 12 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Intermediate\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 11 km / 4 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 140 km / 2 hrs\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $14
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/clavet-bay-sleeping-giant-provincial-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T125004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T125004Z
UID:10000160-1788084000-1788109200@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Red Rock Mountain Trail
DESCRIPTION:This hike goes along the crests and valleys of Red Rock Mountain. This moderate climb provides panoramic vistas of the town of Red Rock\, Nipigon River and Black Bay. Bring refreshments and lunch and wear appropriate footwear. This hike is limited to 12 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Intermediate\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 7 km / 3hr\,30min\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 200 km / 2 hr 30 min\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $20
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/red-rock-mountain-trail-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260907T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124908Z
UID:10000163-1788771600-1788811200@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Pines Trail\, Quetico Provincial Park
DESCRIPTION:Hike to the Pines on Pickerel Lake\, will start at the Pines Trailhead located near the south end of Dawson Trail (Ojibway Campground). The Pines Trail takes in a sandy beach guarded by a stand of majestic old growth Red and White Pine. This trail includes moderate to steep climbs and in some areas it nears the Pickerel River. The Pines is a spot on Pickerel Lake that has a beach where we will stop for lunch before returning to Dawson Campground. Please bring plenty of fluids and a lunch and wear sturdy hiking boots. An Ontario Provincial Pass or a day pass is required. Option to book a campsite as we will do another hike the next day. After the hike you are invited to a Potluck dinner at Hike Leader’s camp on Marion Lake\, approximately 8 km west of Quetico Park. \nLevel of Difficulty: Difficult\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 10 km / 4-5 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 320 km/4 hrs\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $32
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/pines-trail-quetico-provincial-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260908T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260616T164330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T164330Z
UID:10000164-1788858000-1788894000@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Paul Kane and French Falls Trails\, Quetico Provincial Park
DESCRIPTION:We will hike the Paul Kane Trail starting at the North end of Dawson Campground (at the French Portage Parking Lot by the Log Cabin). We will continue to hike to the French Falls. We will be following the French Portage Trail. This hike into the past traces a portage first established by First Nations and later used by European explorers and fur traders. It was for a short time\, the main route for settlement in the Red River area of Manitoba and for further exploration west. This trail is long but has some steep climbs as it leads you to the cascades of the French River. Please bring plenty of fluids and a lunch and wear sturdy hiking boots. An Ontario Provincial Pass or a day pass is required \nLevel of Difficulty: Difficult\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 12 km / 4-5 hrs\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 320 km/4 hrs\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $32
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/paul-kane-and-french-falls-trails-quetico-provincial-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124937Z
UID:10000165-1789034400-1789059600@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Pearson Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Nature Conservancy of Canada trail. This large mesa overlooks Pearson Wetlands and is a designated conservation reserve. The trail starts out with a difficult climb up a rocky cliff\, to the top of a mesa that has a moderate loop. Bring a lunch and beverage. This hike is limited to 15 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Difficult\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 7.5 km / 4 hr\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 85 km / 1.5 hr\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $9
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/pearson-wetlands-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124816Z
UID:10000166-1789207200-1789236000@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Deer Lake Mountain Trail
DESCRIPTION:Trailhead is 3.4 km north of Nipigon. The wooded trail starts as a gradual climb and then circles the perimeter of Deer Lake with incredible views in all directions before returning to the trailhead. We will do a spur trail overlooking No Good Lake. Brin beverages and lunch and wear sturdy boots. Due to hunting season\, please wear appropriate bi=right colors. Possibility of stopping at a restaurant after the hike. This hike is limited to 14 participants. Rain date September 13\, Sunday. \nLevel of Difficulty: Intermediate\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 8 km / 4 hr\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 220 km/2.5 hr\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $22
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/deer-lake-mountain-trail-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124708Z
UID:10000168-1789648200-1789657200@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Waverly Park through heritage areas and sites of early Port Arthur development
DESCRIPTION:An urban stroll on city streets from Waverly Park through Port Arthur downtown\, discovering the historic area of McVicar Creek and Harrington and quiet adjacent neighbourhoods. https://www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-hall/resources/Documents/HistoryHeritageandRecords/Heritage/McVicar-HarringtonTour- Accessible.pdf \nLevel of Difficulty: Easy\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 5 km / 1 hr 30 min\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: n/a
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/waverly-park-through-heritage-areas-and-sites-of-early-port-arthur-development/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124752Z
UID:10000169-1789826400-1789837200@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Welsh Mountain Hike
DESCRIPTION:One of our favorites\, this trail is relatively close to town and offers many levels of hiking experience. We will hike to the “George Rhine Lookout’ and then continue past the North Lookout and to adjacent lookouts. Bring a lunch and plenty of fluids. This hike will be limited to 15 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Intermediate\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 8 km / 4 hrs.\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 120 km / 2 hrs.\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $12
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/welsh-mountain-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260922T203000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124637Z
UID:10000167-1790100000-1790109000@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting followed by member presentation
DESCRIPTION:Everyone Welcome (feel free to bring a friend)! Join us for the TBHA Annual General Meeting\, which will be held at the Westminster United Church on River Street\, across from Grandview Mall. From 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm\, computers will be available for 2027 membership renewals for those who need assistance or wish to pay by cash or cheque. The meeting will start at 7:00 pm. Please consider putting your name forward to run for positions on the TBHA Executive.  Following the meeting there will be a member presentation on Hiking Hadrian’s Wall.
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/annual-general-meeting-followed-by-member-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260619T024726
CREATED:20260618T124533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T124533Z
UID:10000170-1790240400-1790272800@tbha.ca
SUMMARY:Oberg/Leveaux Mountain Hike\, USA
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the maple tree colours\, just south of Lutsen Mountain. Bring lunch and fluids. Passport is required and out of country insurance is recommended. No fresh fruit is allowed across the border. We may stop for supper on the way home. This hike is limited to 15 participants. \nLevel of Difficulty: Intermediate/Difficult\nHiking Time/Hiking Distance: 8 km / 4 hrs.\nTravel Time/Travel Distance: 120 km / 2 hrs.\nSuggested Gas Contribution: $32
URL:https://tbha.ca/event/oberg-leveaux-mountain-hike-usa/
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