What we’re about
This is a group for anyone interested in hiking in nature at a leisurely pace while taking the time to appreciate and enjoy the outdoors. All skill levels and all ages are welcome, particularly seniors who are young at heart. We are all-season, all-weather hikers and look forward to exploring the outdoors with you.
Visit our Facebook page Hockley Valley Hiking, view the albums and see our previous adventures. Your image may appear on either Facebook or Meetup, please advise if you object to it being posted or it will be assumed that you’ve given full consent.
Membership Fee
Participating members are required to contribute an annual (January – December) fee of $8.00; you are allowed to bring one guest for free to each event. This is to help cover Meetup’s annual subscription fee.
New members are allowed to attend their first event for free before committing to an annual membership. The fee is non-refundable.
Do not pay in advance, fees are only required when you are on the waitlist.
Please e-Transfer to dierw@rogers.com and be sure to put your name to clearly identify who sent it. When you RSVP for an event, your name will automatically be placed on the waitlist. Once the e-Transfer has been completed, your name will be moved to the going list.
To cultivate a group of real people with a common love of the outdoors, we encourage respect and transparency toward other members.
To that end, please read and follow these guidelines:
- Before joining, you must post recognizable picture of yourself on your Hockley Valley Hiking profile your 'request to join' will be deleted. You will not be permitted to join the group without this profile picture. This is required so that we can recognize each other when we gather at the hiking location.
- This group adheres to all public health recommendations for safe outdoor social gatherings, which would also mean that we must limit the size of the hiking group for events.
- Given the limited spots, if you have committed to a hike, please show up on time. If for any reason you cannot attend, simply change your RSVP to 'Not Going' to kindly make room for someone else on the wait list. It only takes a few seconds.
- If you selfishly take a hiking spot and then do not show up, you will be noted as a no show.
- Your membership is subject to termination if you no show for an event with a wait list or after 3 incidents of no show.
- If you are on the wait list, DO NOT attend the event. You MUST have an RSVP.
- The organizer reserves the right to remove any member who does not meet the group's requirements.
Happy trails!
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Mono Cliffs to Splitrock NarrowsMono Community Centre, Mono, ON
Rising majestically above the surrounding countryside just north of Mono Cliffs Provincial Park is a beautiful example of prime Niagara Escarpment forests and meadows. The trail boasts rocky outliers, steep cliffs, several magnificent valley views, a glacial spillway, and an impressive crevice system. There is a 105m dead-end side trail following the floor of the Splitrock Narrows crevice. This feature was created by an effect known as cambering, a process that widens cracks into crevices through freeze-thaw action. 420 million year old crinoid fossils can also be found along the walls of the crevice.
From the parking lot, we will head north through Mono Cliffs Park. Along the Cliff Top Trail, we will stop at the lookout point, then onto a sturdy set of stairs which descend about 30m down the rock face to a wooden path that runs between the cliff and a small outlier, providing excellent views of the rock, ferns, and cedars. Then continue along the Bruce Trail, pass McCarston’s Lake, onto 2nd Line EHS and into Splitrock Narrows where the trail slopes into a cool, moss-covered crevice. We will stop for lunch and turn around.
Splitrock NarrowsMono Cliffs and Splitrock Narrows are Natural Hazard Areas. They contain fissures, crevices and cliffs, all of which are dangerous and may be hidden. Stay on the marked trail at all times.
Membership Fee
Participating members are required to contribute an annual (January – December) fee of $8.00; you are allowed to bring one guest for free to each event. This is to help cover Meetup’s annual subscription fee.
New members are allowed to attend their first event for free before committing to an annual membership. The fee is non-refundable.
Do not pay in advance, fees are only required when you are on the waitlist.
Please e-Transfer to 'dierw@rogers.com' and be sure to put your name to clearly identify who sent it. When you RSVP for an event, your name will automatically be placed on the waitlist. Once the e-Transfer has been completed, your name will be moved to the going list.This hike is rated intermediate because of the hilly terrain and is about 17km long. It is a bit challenging, but the views are truly spectacular. Some of the trails in Mono Cliffs Park allow horseback riding and cycling, so be sure to be mindful of your surroundings.
Visit our Facebook page Hockley Valley Hiking, view the albums and see our previous adventures. Your image may appear on either Facebook or Meetup, please advise if you object to it being posted or it will be assumed that you’ve given full consent.
Microspikes
From the first significant snowfall until the ground clears up again in the spring, MICROspikes are absolutely mandatory. I will have everyone show them to me during circle introduction time before the hike. If you do not have a suitable pair either on your boots or in your pack, you will not be permitted to hike with us. In effect until this reminder is removed the write-up. Sorry, no exceptions!!Arrive at the meeting location by 09:15hrs so that we can depart at 09:30hrs. Do not wait until the morning of the event to determine exactly where to meet. We will wait for an additional 5 minutes and then start the hike without you; we will not wait around indefinitely.
Before you RSVP, please note:
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome.
- We casually stroll along the route making frequent stops.
- 'RSVP time' determines how names are moved to 'Going'.
- Events are limited to about 25 hikers unless specified otherwise.
- For fun and adventure, sometimes we deviate from the original route.
- Please refrain from wearing heavily scented products such as perfume and cologne.
- New members must post a recognizable picture of yourself, or your name will be removed from the 'Going' list.
- Do not attend this event if you are on the ‘Waitlist’, you MUST have an RSVP.
- If you can no longer attend an event, immediately change your RSVP to 'Not going' to make room for others who are on the waitlist.
- If you selfishly take a hiking spot and then do not show up, you will be noted as a no-show.
- Your membership is subject to termination if you no-show for an event with a wait list or after 3 incidents of no-show.
What to bring:
- Microspikes.
- At least one litre of water and munchies to eat on the trail.
- Sturdy hiking shoes/boots, dress for the elements (in layers).
- Hiking poles for balance and stability, gaiters if you have them.
- Lots of enthusiasm, a very positive attitude and a camera/phone.
By attending this event all participants accept waiver of liability as follows:
I am responsible for my own safety and acknowledge the risk involved. I am participating voluntarily and the risks involved are beyond the control of event organizer and the group. Additionally, I do not have any conditions that will increase my likelihood of experiencing injuries while engaging in this activity.The organizer reserves the right to remove any member who does not meet the group's requirements, or who exhibits behavior that is disrespectful or detrimental to the interests and safety of the group.
The trick to not getting separated from the group is to make sure the hiker ahead of you is always within sight.
Be respectful of the environment. Take out your garbage and your pictures with you, but leave everything else behind for others to enjoy.
Happy hiking!
- Mono Tract Forest - ExploratoryMono Community Centre, Mono, ON
Ruffed grouse and white-tailed deer keep you company in this nice pine, spruce and mixed hardwood forest. Located in a Dufferin County forest, this tract follows old logging roads. It’s not a difficult hike, but do not expect perfectly groomed trails. Although not a developed recreational area, it is pleasant for a quiet walk. The trails are great for birding, hiking and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
Mono Cliffs and Mono Tract Forest are Natural Hazard Areas. They contain fissures, crevices and cliffs, all of which are dangerous and may be hidden. Stay on the marked trail at all times.
This is an exploratory hike and we will navigate the trail together. Expect detours, a few wrong turns, unforeseen trail closures, unintentional trail blazing and who knows what else. This will be another new adventure.
Membership Fee
Participating members are required to contribute an annual (January – December) fee of $8.00; you are allowed to bring one guest for free to each event. This is to help cover Meetup’s annual subscription fee.
New members are allowed to attend their first event for free before committing to an annual membership. The fee is non-refundable.
Do not pay in advance, fees are only required when you are on the waitlist.
Please e-Transfer to 'dierw@rogers.com' and be sure to put your name to clearly identify who sent it. When you RSVP for an event, your name will automatically be placed on the waitlist. Once the e-Transfer has been completed, your name will be moved to the going list.The hike is rated intermediate because of the terrain and is about 14km long. The route is devided between Mono Cliffs and Mono Tract Forest where horseback riding is allowed, be mindful of your surroundings.
Visit our Facebook page Hockley Valley Hiking, view the albums and see our previous adventures. Your image may appear on either Facebook or Meetup, please advise if you object to it being posted or it will be assumed that you’ve given full consent.
Microspikes
From the first significant snowfall until the ground clears up again in the spring, MICROspikes are absolutely mandatory. I will have everyone show them to me during circle introduction time before the hike. If you do not have a suitable pair either on your boots or in your pack, you will not be permitted to hike with us. In effect until this reminder is removed the write-up. Sorry, no exceptions!!Arrive at the meeting location by 09:15hrs so that we can depart at 09:30hrs. Do not wait until the morning of the event to determine exactly where to meet. We will wait for an additional 5 minutes and then start the hike without you; we will not wait around indefinitely.
Before you RSVP, please note:
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome.
- We casually stroll along the route making frequent stops.
- 'RSVP time' determines how names are moved to 'Going'.
- Events are limited to about 25 hikers unless specified otherwise.
- For fun and adventure, sometimes we deviate from the original route.
- Please refrain from wearing heavily scented products such as perfume and cologne.
- New members must post a recognizable picture of yourself, or your name will be removed from the 'Going' list.
- Do not attend this event if you are on the ‘Waitlist’, you MUST have an RSVP.
- If you can no longer attend an event, immediately change your RSVP to 'Not going' to make room for others who are on the waitlist.
- If you selfishly take a hiking spot and then do not show up, you will be noted as a no-show.
- Your membership is subject to termination if you no-show for an event with a wait list or after 3 incidents of no-show.
What to bring:
- Microspikes.
- At least one litre of water and munchies to eat on the trail.
- Sturdy hiking shoes/boots, dress for the elements (in layers).
- Hiking poles for balance and stability, gaiters if you have them.
- Lots of enthusiasm, a very positive attitude and a camera/phone.
By attending this event all participants accept waiver of liability as follows:
I am responsible for my own safety and acknowledge the risk involved. I am participating voluntarily and the risks involved are beyond the control of event organizer and the group. Additionally, I do not have any conditions that will increase my likelihood of experiencing injuries while engaging in this activity.The organizer reserves the right to remove any member who does not meet the group's requirements, or who exhibits behavior that is disrespectful or detrimental to the interests and safety of the group.
The trick to not getting separated from the group is to make sure the hiker ahead of you is always within sight.
Be respectful of the environment. Take out your garbage and your pictures with you, but leave everything else behind for others to enjoy.
Happy hiking!
