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Welcome to Forest Footprints! Our group focuses on connecting with nature through hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities. We also enjoy social networking, brainstorming, bonfires, and talking about different topics. Our events are family-friendly and could include activities like hiking, rafting, kayaking, paddle boarding, space clearing as well as music and dancing. Join us for memorable hikes, outside yoga sessions and building sacred spaces in the forest. Let's leave a positive footprint on the world together!
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 2-Day Bruce Peninsula Hiking TripBTC Parking Lot: Richardson Side Trail and Forty Hills Road , Lion's Head, ON
Join us for the upcoming 2-Day hiking trip to Tobermory and Bruce Peninsula. This hiking trip requires traveling.
On the morning of Saturday May 31st, we will meet at the start of the gorgeous Lions Head Hiking trail. Then we will stay overnight at the nearby hotel in Owen Sound and the following day morning, on Sunday June 1st, we will be going to the town of Tobermory, getting on the ferry/ boat to Flowerpot Island for a 5 km hike, back to the town of Tobermory and to end our trip with another short hike around the peninsula.
Recommended to pair up with other hikers for carpooling to save on gas and to leave less CO2 footprint behind.
Recommended to make your reservations at the given link. Once you make your room reservation, send us a message to confirm it. Then you will be moved from the Waiting list to the Going list.
Itinerary:
Day 1) Lion’s Head Loop Trail Hike
Meeting Date, time and location:
Date: Saturday May 31st, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM
Address: 89 Moore Street, Lion's Head, ON (Lion’s Head Lookout Trail Parking)
Make the parking reservation for a FULL DAY PASS at:
Lion's Head - Full Day Pass
Lion’s Head Loop trail is one of the most famous portions of the Bruce trail. This is a long day challenging hike, and hikers should plan to spend between six and nine hours hiking there. Depends on the hiking group we will plan our routes between 5 to 8 hours. The first half of the hike is beautiful with many stunning lookouts over turquoise water and cliffs. Some areas of the trail are close to the edge of the cliffs. BE VERY CAUTIOUS WHEN AND IF WALKING CLOSE TO THE EDGE OF THE BLUFFS AND CLIFFS!
Highly recommended to have a good hiking boot for this trail, bring lots of water, snack, and a sandwich for your first day lunch.
Will stay at “Best Western Inn On The Bay” in Owen sound.
Check-in Date: Sat. May 31, 2025
Check-out date: Sun. June 1st, 2025
The link to the hotel:
Best Western Inn on the Bay | Hotel Rooms
Day 2)
Flowerpot Island Cruise and Hike
There are 4 km of hiking trails leading from Beachy Cove to the Flowerpots, a Cave, the Lightstation, a Museum, and Castle Bluff.
Required to be at Tobermory by 8AM. The boat departure is scheduled by 8:30AM. Taking the boat from Tobermory to “Flowerpot Island”, and hiking in the island for 1-2 hours and be back to Tobermory by the next boat. Continue hiking around the town of Tobermory and its sightseeing.
Itinerary:
Leaving the hotel in Owen Sound at 6:30 AM to Tobermory and driving to Tobermory for app. 110 km that takes app. 1 hr 30 min.
Taking the boat from Tobermory to Flowerpot Island.
You are required to make boat reservation:
Date: Sunday June 1st, 2025 @ 8:30AM
at Bruce Anchor - the link below:
Activities available
*** IMPORTANT:
When making your cruise reservation, make sure to select as below:
* Tobermory Boarding Time:
“Drop-off Check-In, 8:30AM on 1 June, 2025”
* Flowerpot Island Boarding Time:
“Flowerpot Island Departure Check-In, 11:30AM on 1 June-2025”
Note: Parking in Tobermory during our cruise time is included. You will be guided where to park.
Also, long term parking area is located close by, at 22 Legion Street, a 10 minute walk from the boarding dock.
The activities include Shipwreck Viewing, Lighthouse Viewing, Flowerpot Island Viewing, Fathom Five Tour, & Drop-off on Flowerpot Island for a 2-hour self-guided tour.
Note: Flowerpot Island is part of the Fathom Five National Marine Park. Every person visiting Flowerpot Island must have a valid Parks Canada entry pass.
Visit http://www.pc.gc.ca/ for information, terms of use, and to order your Discovery Pass. You can also purchase your entry pass at Bruce Anchor Cruise prior to boarding the boat.
The National Park Entry fee is:- Adult & Senior (18+) $7.65
- Youth (0-17) - FREE
*** Essentials:
* Bring enough water for your everyday hike, snacks and sandwiches for your first day hike. There is no refill drinking water tap anywhere on Lion’s Head trail and in Flowerpot Island.
* Have proper hiking boots and hiking poles, weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen and mosquito’s repellent spray.
* Make sure have your room reservation as early as possible before they are sold out.
* Make your cruise / boat reservation and your parking reservation at Lion’s Head Trail as well.
*** Important Reminder:
* By participating in this hike, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the Liability Waiver and Acknowledgement of Risk. If you have not done so, we kindly request that you refrain from participating in this event. We look forward to having an enjoyable and safe adventure!
· Know your limits! If this hike (particularly Lion’s Head Trail) does not match your fitness level, refrain choosing this hike and this event.
· Dress according to weather! Prepare for the weather and wear suitable gears.
Arrive on time! Remember if you are late, someone else is waiting.
