Got something you're preparing for, thinking about the Epics or just want to challenge yourself?
We're teaming up with Altitude Athletic Training, home to the world's largest simulated-altitude training space in downtown Toronto. By recreating the oxygen conditions of 10,000 feet, they help outdoor enthusiasts build the strength, stamina and endurance to take on everything from weekend hikes to bucket-list mountain adventures. This day puts that training to work on real terrain: hours on your feet with a loaded pack, steep descents, uneven ground, and uncertain conditions.
We'll head to Clappison Woods in Waterdown, on the Niagara Escarpment, and tackle a 12.7 km loop with 427 m of climbing - among the greatest elevation gains of any day-trip we've run. The route follows the Bruce Trail past Sleepy Hollow Falls and along Grindstone Creek, with steady climbs and steep descents for around 6 hours. It's a full day and a proper test of your legs, your boots and your pack.
This is an Explorer-exclusive training session, so bring your own pack loaded up as you would for a big day in the backcountry. You'll be hiking alongside Altitude's members, so expect good company and plenty of people who like a challenge.
Afterwards, we'll go straight into a social at Altitude with food and drink provided from 5 pm.
Check the trip plan for the details, including the meeting point, gear list, and timing for the day.
Accessibility
Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please do so by sending an email to info@wildernessunion.com
Got something you're preparing for, thinking about the Epics or just want to challenge yourself?
We're teaming up with Altitude Athletic Training, home to the world's largest simulated-altitude training space in downtown Toronto. By recreating the oxygen conditions of 10,000 feet, they help outdoor enthusiasts build the strength, stamina and endurance to take on everything from weekend hikes to bucket-list mountain adventures. This day puts that training to work on real terrain: hours on your feet with a loaded pack, steep descents, uneven ground, and uncertain conditions.
We'll head to Clappison Woods in Waterdown, on the Niagara Escarpment, and tackle a 12.7 km loop with 427 m of climbing - among the greatest elevation gains of any day-trip we've run. The route follows the Bruce Trail past Sleepy Hollow Falls and along Grindstone Creek, with steady climbs and steep descents for around 6 hours. It's a full day and a proper test of your legs, your boots and your pack.
This is an Explorer-exclusive training session, so bring your own pack loaded up as you would for a big day in the backcountry. You'll be hiking alongside Altitude's members, so expect good company and plenty of people who like a challenge.
Afterwards, we'll go straight into a social at Altitude with food and drink provided from 5 pm.
Check the trip plan for the details, including the meeting point, gear list, and timing for the day.
Accessibility
Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please do so by sending an email to info@wildernessunion.com
Loaded Pack Challenge: Bring your own pack, packed as you would for a big backcountry day. Carrying weight for hours is the one part of trip fitness a gym can't fully copy.
Niagara Escarpment: 427 m of climbing on the Bruce Trail, with the short, sharp ups and downs the escarpment is known for.
Sleepy Hollow Falls: The loop passes the falls and follows Grindstone Creek through the ravines of Clappison Woods.
08:00 - Meet at Altitude Athletic Training, 56 Colborne Street
09:30 - 15:30 - Hike the Clappison Woods and Sleepy Hollow loop
17:00 - Back at Altitude for the November social
Food and Drink
You'll need to bring a packed lunch and water for any of our day trips that don't explicitly say we're making a stop at a restaurant. Where we stop at restaurants, you are responsible for the purchase of any food. Full details are available at the adventure plan, shared above on registration.
Carbon Offsetting
Wilderness Union offsets the estimated carbon emissions of every trip by investing in a global portfolio of verified carbon reduction projects.
Accessibility
Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please get in touch through our contact form.
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Where can I find important updates about this hike in the days leading up to it?
If you're on the WU Discord, follow the thread for this adventure under the 'Upcoming Adventures' channel. Otherwise, look out for email updates from us and reach out with any questions.
Do I need to be training for a big trip to join?
Not at all. If you like the idea of getting stronger and taking on something harder, this is for you.
Is the social included?
Yes
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