Walk off the Turkey
Speyside to 17 Sideroad
When: Sunday, December 28, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – Approx. 12:00 PM
Location: Meet at 9:15 AM at the Pear Tree/Bruce Trail Parking lot
7808 15 Sideroad, Milton. This is a very small parking lot - Carpooling recommended.
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Length: Approximately 9 km.
Pace: Moderate
Difficulty: Level 2 - rocks, roots, uneven terrain, snow coverage, poor footing
Carpool Option (recommended): Meet at 8:30 AM for an 8:40 AM departure from the Rockmosa Community Centre, 110 Rockmosa Dr., Rockwood (south side of tennis courts)
Details:
This is an out & back hike. We will take the Main Bruce Trail from the Pear Tree parking lot. From there we will follow the Al Shaw Side Trail, Hilton Falls Side Trail and then the Vanderleck Side Trail to 17 Sideroad. There is one stile to climb over at 15th S.R. After a short break, we will return via the same beautiful route.
What to Bring:
Water, snacks, sturdy footwear, hiking poles recommended, hot drink (optional if the weather is cold), Health Card/ID, personal first aid kit. Dress for the weather.
You are required to bring icers/crampons for winter hikes.
No dogs please.
Hike Leader: Marie Burland burlandmc@gmail.com
Please let Marie know if you are going to meet at the trailhead.
