Woolner - Natchez Woods Loop - 10 km

About hike: We’ll take the forested Grand Valley Trail from Woolner Trail to the north end of Ottawa Street and then return through grassy fields using the Walter Bean Trail. It may include a side trail in Natchez Woods.

Hike leader: Tanya Simpraga
Contact:   tsimpraga@yahoo.com | text: 226-791-4565

About the leader: Tanya has been leading hikes with GVTA and GHTC for the better part of the year. She loves the outdoors and has spent much of her time hiking up mountains in Canada and around the world. She enjoys getting out with like-minded people who enjoy interesting conversations, the smell of nature, and the peacefulness it brings outside and inward. Exploring new locations is always at the forefront.

Where: K.D. Woerner Family Trailway

Length: 10 km
Category: Loop
Pace and duration: Moderate, 3 - 4 km/hr. About 2.5 hours.
Hike level: Easy (1). Well marked trails. Half are dirt trails that are likely to be leaf covered with roots and rocks. The other half is a crushed gravel community trail. Some hills on both sections.

Parking and departure: Hike starts at 9:00 AM sharp at the K.D. Woerner Family Trailway parking lot (43.444641, -80.402125). Please arrive at least 5 minutes earlier. If needed, there is additional parking at the end of Woolner Trail, 155 Woolner Trail #141, Kitchener, ON N2A 4N3. Free parking.

Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.
 
What to wear and bring: Be safe from ticks which are likely starting to emerge by wearing long pants and tucking them into your socks. Wear appropriate footwear such as trail runners or hiking boots/shoes. Bring water and snacks. Rain gear might be needed.Warm layers. Walking poles are optional.

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.