**Independent Outing - Peninsula Side Trail Loops (4 days)

**Please note this is an Independent Outing led by Karen Buschert**
Leader: Karen Buschert
Contact: karen.buschert@gmail.com | 226.789.9994
***For driving directions and more details please contact Jeanette.

About the Hike Leader:
Karen Buschert is an avid hiker, hike leader, nature nerd and general outdoors enthusiast. She has been leading hikes and chasing badges and waterfalls on the Bruce Trail, after getting the hiking bug during the pandemic! 

About the outing: 

Explore the Bruce/Saugeen Peninsula through a series of loop hikes involving side trails at Lion's Head, Devil's Monument, Hope Bay and the Obese Side Trail at Rural Roots. These four days of hikes will take in magnificent views and fascinating geology and some challenging terrain. Our longest hike at Lion's Head will be 18 km (about 6 hours) and the other days will involve multiple loops with the options to go longer or shorter if desired. A detailed itinerary will be sent out upon registration. All hikes can count towards the Peninsula Side Trails badge and we will also take some time to identify trees, ferns and birds for anyone interested in those badges too!

Accommodation suggestion:
Silver Lake Mennonite Camp near Sauble Beach. Shared accommodations with food provided. Carpooling from camp will be arranged for those who will be staying there. Cost is $400 + HST per person and includes 3 nights, 3 suppers, 3 lunches (on day 2,3 & 4) and 3 breakfasts. 
Option to stay Sunday night, April 19, is an extra $60+ HST (food not included). For further details contact hike leader (karen.buschert@gmail.com) and/or visit Silver Lake's website: slmc.ca/retreats/

Where: Several sections of the Bruce Trail between Wiarton and Tobermory over 4 days. Hikes include Hopeness Side Trail loop, Lion's Head loop, Bard's Lake to Devil's Monument loop, Juniper Flats side trail loop and Rural Rocks loop.
Length: 4 to 18 km daily
Category: Loop
Pace: Moderate, 3-4 km/h. Between 2 to 6 hours each day. 
Hike level: 2 (intermediate) to 3 (difficult).
Some hills with steep climbs and poor footing.

Directions, Parking & Departure: This event happens on Bruce/Saugeen Peninsula. Will be communicated to those who register.

What to wear & bring: Wear clothing suitable for cool spring conditions, possible rain or snow, sturdy footwear, hat, poles are recommended. Bring water, snacks and bag lunch on first day. If staying overnight at the camp (see accommodation), lunch will be provided on day 2, 3 and 4

Sorry, no dogs on GVTA hikes with the exception of certified service dogs.

ALL ARE WELCOME ON OUR HIKES. Membership is encouraged as it helps to support our trails, $30 per household. To become a member please go to: https://www.gvta.on.ca/Membership_App.htm