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Winter 2020-21 INSIDE: VOLUNTEER AWARDS 2020 VOL. 58, NO.1, WINTER 2020/2021 BruceTrMAGAZINEail Mapping the Bruce Trail Our Mission Preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever. Photo: KirstynPhoto: Smith CONTENTS WINTER 2020 / 2021 FEATURES 6 Hiking Safely this Winter 7 Calendar Art – 2022 Call for submissions 7 Birthday Boots 12 Mapping the Bruce Trail 16 The Bruce Trail Reference - Through the Years 20 Hiking Maps and How to Read Them 21 Digital Maps or Paper Maps? 23 Mapping Indigenous Connections to the Niagara Escarpment 11 24 Volunteer Awards 2020 DEPARTMENTS 5 CEO’s Message 8 Land Acquisition Successes 11 Your Bruce Trail Story 28 Trail Changes 32 Our Donors 34 General Store Bruce Trail Magazine is available digitally. To receive your Bruce Trail Magazine by email: • Fill out the request form at brucetrail.org (News & Events > Bruce Trail Magazine) 12 • Call 1-800-665-4453, or • Email [email protected] to make the switch Cover photo: Bruce Trail at Dundas Valley by Ryan Mickeloff WWW.BRUCETRAIL.ORG BRUCE TRAIL MAGAZINE 3 BruceTrail MAGAZINE BRUCE TRAIL CONSERVANCY 55 Head St., Unit 101, Dundas, ON L9H 3H8 Toll-Free: 1-800-665-4453 Tel: 905-529-6821 Email: [email protected] Website: brucetrail.org Honorary President Dr. Philip R. Gosling Bruce Trail Founders Raymond Lowes, Dr. Philip R. Gosling, Dr. Norman Pearson, Dr. Robert McLaren BOARD OF DIRECTORS Leah Myers (Chair) Cynthia Archer Stephanie Bird Heidi Bischof Marlis Butcher John Dickason Michael Edney David Hass Brian Johnston Corrie Kellestine Linda Kerec Bruce King Jaclyn Moody Nicholas Schulz Lori Shalhoub Wendy Thompson Bonni Titgemeyer Michael Treuman John Whitworth STAFF Executive Office Michael McDonald (Chief Executive Officer) Allison Wright Fund Development Marsha Russell (Vice President) Heather Anderson Luisa Da Silva Gloria Vidovich Communications and Engagement Elizabeth Harrington (Director) Brooke Henry Laura Tuohy Land Acquisition and Management Antoin Diamond (Vice President) Joel Swagerman Conservation and Trail Adam Brylowski (Manager) Scott Langley Mara McHaffie Brian Popelier Finance Kevin Durfy (Director) Donna Miljic Organizational Resources Jackie Randle (Director) Meghan Croll Ryan Mickeloff Design and Production: Rossi Piedimonte Design Inc. Bruce Trail Magazine is published quarterly by the Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC). Non-BTC related materials may not be the opinion of the BTC. Advertising herein does not imply the endorsement of the BTC. Trademarks of the BTC published herein are used with the permission of the BTC. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written consent of the BTC. Canadian Publications Mail Agreement #40040698. Return undeliverable copies to BTC, P.O. Box 857, Hamilton, ON L8N 3N9. Charitable Registration # 11921 7578 RR0001. 4 BRUCE TRAIL MAGAZINE WINTER 2020/2021 Chief Executive Officer’s Message My Bruce Trail maps may Guide. Our iconic guidebook has been Through our maps and through our be a little dog-eared, but the source of inspiration and information Trail, we continually seek to connect peo- they fill me with joyful for generations of hikers. In this issue of ple to the Niagara Escarpment, and foster memories of hikes past, Bruce Trail Magazine, we take a spin a desire to preserve this ribbon of wilder- and excitement for the through the history of the guidebook, ness. Every year, our maps reveal more adventures to come. As the peek behind the scenes with our Manager and more land which has been preserved New Year approaches, and I take time to of GIS & Cartographic Services, Scott by the Bruce Trail Conservancy, thanks to reflect on this past year, it seems fitting to Langley, and explore how mapping helps our generous donors. The latest protected be thinking about maps. Maps tell a story so many aspects of our work at the BTC. areas to be added to our growing conser- and can show us both where we have We also explore cultural landscape vation corridor are highlighted on page 8. been and where we are headed. mapping and the steps the BTC is taking Inspiring adventure, reflecting history, 2020 certainly has a story to tell and to recognize the long standing and ongo- and connecting us to place, maps serve as its map reveals quite a route. Our collec- ing connections of Indigenous people to a compelling reminder of the past, and tive journey through 2020 has been filled the Niagara Escarpment. Bruce Trail can open us to new experiences ahead. I with challenges, but also accomplish- Conservancy and Plenty Canada worked look forward to welcoming 2021 and tak- ments and progress. (For a glimpse at together to integrate Indigenous content ing the next steps with all of you. • some of those accomplishments, I invite into the latest edition of the Bruce Trail you to read about our 2020 Volunteer & Reference. This marked an important step Michael McDonald, Trail Awards on pages 24-27). in our journey to honor Indigenous voic- CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Recently, we released Edition 30 of The es, and incorporate Indigenous land-based Bruce Trail Reference, Maps and Trail knowledge and experience in our work. Photo: MichaelPhoto: McDonald WWW.BRUCETRAIL.ORG BRUCE TRAIL MAGAZINE 5 HIKING SAFELY THIS WINTER Hiking the Bruce Trail in the winter can be a beautiful way to explore the Niagara Escarpment, MichaelPhoto: McDonald stay active, and find solace in the colder months. Winter hiking normally involves a bit of extra planning. This year, with COVID-19 concerns, this is especially true. Here are a few important ways you can stay safe while hiking this winter. Stay local • Avoid travelling outside your municipality or region. Stay home if you are unwell • If you are experiencing COVID-19 • Avoid wearing cotton since it holds symptoms, stay home. Organized Group Hikes with our moisture. Opt for synthetics or wool. Bruce Trail Clubs Check for Trail Closures or This goes for socks too. Bruce Trail Club organized hikes are Restrictions • Keep your footing with strudy currently open for BTC members and waterproof boots, icers (removable • Check for Trail closures or restrictions guests only. Registration is required. traction devices for footwear) & poles. at brucetrail.org/trail-changes and the Group size is limited to 10 and wearing • Pack a flashlight or headlamp, with websites of parks and other public masks on hikes is strongly recommended. fresh batteries. landowners. The following Bruce Trail Clubs have • Fuel your body and stay hydrated. paused their hiking programs until Plan for earlier, shorter days & further notice: Toronto Bruce Trail Club, changeable weather Practice Physical Distancing Caledon Hills Bruce Trail Club, Blue • Avoid hiking alone in the winter, for • Check weather conditions before Mountains Bruce Trail Club, and Beaver safety. heading out and be prepared for them Valley Bruce Trail Club. • Keep 6 feet (2 m) apart from anyone to change. See the Hike Schedule and Group Hike not in your household. • Choose a route that is familiar to you. Guidelines at hikes.brucetrail.org • Move aside to allow others to pass. When trails are covered in snow, it can be harder to find your way. Be Expect No Facilities extra attentive in looking for trail Please Note: These guidelines are in place • Do not expect public washrooms or blazes. at time of printing (December 2020) and indoor spaces to be open. • Choose a shorter distance than you may change in response to the evolving would normally cover in summer COVID-19 pandemic and guidance Leave No Trace conditions. Snow and ice will slow provided by Canada’s and Ontario’s • Pack out everything you bring on your hiking speed. public health officers. Visit brucetrail.org your hike - including disposable face • Nightfall arrives earlier in winter for updates. masks, food waste, and dog months. Start early in the day and droppings. plan to be off the trail before dark. Pack for the winter Remember: the Bruce Trail is not maintained in the winter • Wear layers and pack extra layers. Trail conditions vary according to season and the weather. The Bruce Trail is not Staying dry is key to staying warm in maintained during the winter months. Hazards exist along the Bruce Trail. You the winter and layers will help you do are responsible for your own safety. both. 6 BRUCE TRAIL MAGAZINE WINTER 2020/2021 Seeking Art for 2022 Bruce Trail Calendar Help us show off the beauty of Trail Conservancy: Preserving a ribbon the Bruce Trail and the Niagara of wilderness, for everyone, forever. Escarpment to raise money to Subject matter: must be along the Bruce support our mission. Trail or related to the Niagara Escarpment – scenery, flora, fauna, historic sites, etc. We invite you to provide a colourful image of your explorations on the Size: HORIZONTAL FORMAT no smaller Bruce Trail and the Niagara Escarpment, than 7 ½” x 10 ½” as this is the finished showcasing its natural beauty, heritage size of the calendar. Originals can be and the people who hike it. We prefer larger but must be in a horizontal format. original artwork, so please no prints, photographs or photocopies. High reso- Medium: any medium may be submitted, Deadline Friday, March 19, 2021 lution digital submissions are accept- except prints, photographs and All artwork is to be received at the able if original is too large to ship or photocopies. Please consider reproduction Bruce Trail Conservancy office by deliver in person. quality when selecting the medium. 4:30 pm to be considered. A panel of judges will choose 13 Physical/courier address: 55 Head St, pieces for inclusion in the 2022 Information required to be printed or Suite 101, Dundas, ON L9H 3H8 Calendar. All artwork remains the attached clearly on the back: Canada Post address: PO Box 857, property of the artist and will be • your name, address & phone number Hamilton, ON L8N 3N9 returned as soon as possible.
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