Family Frolics Walks: Brigadoon Woods - 2 to 3 km

About Family Frolics Walks: Join GVTA hike leaders on family oriented walks/hikes. What you can expect: slower paces, between 1 and 2 hours, shorter distances (2 to 4 km). When: usually the last Sunday of each month at 2 pm.
Come exploring nature with family, kids and friends. All ages are welcome and no hiking experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome - not just families! Please note: children under 16 should be accompanied by adults.

About this hike:  Join Joanna for an easy family-friendly walk along in Brigadoon Woods. Explore a protected natural area and forest along Strasburg Creek and small ponds. Discover nature slowly getting ready for winter, maybe we will still experience beautiful fall colours. All ages are welcome and no hiking experience is necessary. Registration is required.

Hike leader:  Joanna Mazur - hugyourday@gmail.com | 519-497-2254

About the leader: Joanna is a passionate hiker and backpacker in all seasons and conditions. If she is not plotting a hike or a trip, she is often walking the trails. 

Where: Kitchener
Length: 2-3 km
Category: Loop
Pace and duration: Easy, 1-2 km/h. About 1.5 - 2 hours depending on what we find and the best pace for kids and/or seniors.
Hike level: Easy (1). Relatively easy, wide paths through the forest and along the creek. Mostly flat. Some gravel, some packed earth, some boardwalk. 

Parking and departure: Parking is on the streets, along Kilkerran Crescent or other streets in the neighbourhood. Please do not block driveways. Meet at 1:50 pm, at trail entrance, near 103 Kilkerran Crescent, (43.386923, -80.457331). Hike starts at  2 pm.

Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.
 
What to wear and bring: Dress according to weather. Wear good shoes (sneakers are okay). Bring some water, snacks, sunscreen, hats, rain gear if necessary.

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.