Mer Bleue is the largest bog and natural area in Canada’s Capital Region and the second-largest bog in southern Ontario.
Participants at the Ottawa Hike for ALS will be able to choose from hiking the Mer Bleue Boardwalk which is a 1.2 km universally accessible boardwalk, hiking a 5 km trail or taking part in a trail run of 7 km’s. There is something for everyone!
The hike will also include fall-themed refreshments, a raffle of Canadian made products and a scavenger hunt for children.
Time: Registrations begin at 9:00 am and the Hike begins at 10:00 am
Location: Mer Bleue Conservation Area: Ridge Rd, Ottawa, ON K0A 2Y0. Parking lot 22
No dogs are permitted on the Mer Bleue trails
Route: Select your route of choice from either a 7km trail run, a 5km hike or a 1.2km universally accessible boardwalk hike
Activities: 50/50 ticket sales and scavenger hunt for youth and children. Fall themed snacks and refreshments will be provided. Please bring your own water bottles
If you have any questions you can contact Ottawa Hike coordinator Brianne at lisabrianne026@gmail.com