Adventure Network

 
 
 

Let's take a scenic walking tour of the Humber River, one of Toronto's natural and historic treasures. The Humber was designated a Canadian Heritage River in 1999. A plaque commemorating this event is located in Brule Park.
More than 25 fish species inhabit this part of the river, and the area is home to many species of birds and other wildlife. Our walk begins at Etienne Brulé Park, located within walking distance from Old Mill Subway station. Length: 11 Km

• EVENT CATEGORY: Nature Walk
• DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Beginner – All walking/hiking levels welcome!
• WHAT TO BRING: Water (at least 1 L), lunch, snacks, appropriate clothing and footwear, hat, camera, cellphone, cash for personal expenses and/or TTC ride.
• POST-EVENT: Refreshments at a casual pub in Bloor West Village. OPTIONAL (around 5:00 PM)
• WEATHER POLICY: In the event of harsh weather, this walk will be cancelled. The hike leader will monitor the weather forecast and notify all registered members at least 24 hours in advance to confirm or cancel the event.
• TOTAL HIKING TIME: 3-4 hours hiking including lunch and stops, depending on overall group pace.
• TIMELINE

Travel to Etienne Brulé Park by car or public transit and meet our group there NO LATER than 1:00 PM. The hike will start promptly at 1:15 PM
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• *** PLEASE, BE ON TIME ***

We will not wait for anyone after 1:15 PM. It is not okay to join the event or call the Organizer after the event starts at 1:15 PM.
⭐️⭐️ Event Fee: $5/ person (only $4 if paid ONLINE)
⭐️⭐️ HOW TO PAY ⭐️⭐️
You may pay the $5 fee CASH at the beginning of the event, or online via Interac E-Transfer (Save $1).

• Send payment to: Walter De Marco
• Email: thats.walter @ yahoo.com
• E-Transfer security answer: "Adventure"

GETTING THERE
Parking Lot at Etienne Brulé Park, 10 Catherine St, Toronto
- 10-minute walk from the OLD MILL Subway Stn.
⭐️ Google Map ⭐️ >> Click HERE <<

DIRECTIONS

• By Car: Parking is available at the park entrance, just East of the Old Mill Bridge on Old Mill Road.
• By TTC: From Old Mill Station, turn right toward Old Mill Rd. At the stop sign, turn right again toward the Old Mill Inn. Just past the Inn there is an old bridge, cross the Old Mill Bridge. Turn left and you will find the Parking Lot at Etienne Brulé Park.

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• DISCLAIMER

During all events, members are responsible for themselves. All events in this Meetup group are planned and operated by event organizers with several years of experience. However, we make no claims of being professional guides, and take no responsibility for the outcome of any of our trips or activities.

 
 
 

Let's explore Rouge National Urban Park, Canada's first national park within a city. Located in Scarborough, this urban park is a wildlife and nature refuge right here in our city's "backyard".

• EVENT CATEGORY: Urban Hike - Scenic
• DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Intermediate -- Recent experience hiking 12 km or more required.
• WHAT TO BRING: Water (at least 1 L), lunch, snacks, appropriate clothing and footwear, hat, camera, cellphone, cash for personal expenses and/or TTC ride.
• POST-EVENT: TBD
• WEATHER POLICY: In the event of harsh weather, this walk will be cancelled. The hike leader will monitor the weather forecast and notify all registered members at least 24 hours in advance to confirm or cancel the event.
• TOTAL HIKING TIME: 4-5 hours hiking including lunch and stops, depending on overall group pace.

TIMELINE
Travel to the Rouge Valley Conservation Centre on Zoo Road by car or public transit and meet our group there NO LATER than 10:15 AM. The hike will start promptly at 10:30 AM.

*** PLEASE, BE ON TIME ***
We will not wait for anyone after 10:30 AM. It is not okay to join the event or call the Organizer after the event starts at 10:30 AM.

⭐️⭐️ Event Fee: $5/ person (only $4 if paid ONLINE)

⭐️⭐️ HOW TO PAY ⭐️⭐️
You may pay the $5 fee CASH at the beginning of the event, or online via Interac E-Transfer (Save $1).

• Send payment to: Walter De Marco
• Email: thats.walter @ yahoo.com
• E-Transfer security answer: "Adventure"

GETTING THERE
Rouge Valley Conservation Centre - Meadowvale Rd & Zoo Rd, Scarborough, ON.
- 500 m from the Toronto Zoo
⭐️ Google Map ⭐️ >> Click HERE <<

DIRECTIONS

• By Car: Parking is available at the park entrance. See location above.
• By TTC: From Kennedy Subway Station, take Bus 86A Scarborough towards the Toronto Zoo. Get off at Zoo Road stop, one stop BEFORE the Toronto Zoo. Walk 100 m to the right down Zoo Road and you will arrive at the Rouge Valley Conservation Centre.

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DISCLAIMER
During all events, members are responsible for themselves. All events in this Meetup group are planned and operated by organizers with several years of experience. However, we make no claims of being professional guides, and take no responsibility for the outcome of any of our trips or activities.