What we're about
Life is an adventure. We are a group of people with a passion for travel and outdoor life. If you are looking for new opportunities for great travel and outdoor adventures, and friends to share them with, you have found the right group!
Our activities range from a simple stroll in the park or a summer picnic to backpacking, canoeing and camping in a safe but friendly environment.
Our goal is to provide you with a variety of exciting outdoor adventures locally, nationally and internationally. The idea is to stay active, make new friends, and keep doing what we all love to do -- enjoy the outdoors!
Hope to meet you soon,
Walter
Organizer
Upcoming events (4+)
Join us for a scenic URBAN HIKE at this charming waterfront park to enjoy some amazing views of Lake Ontario, the Toronto skyline, swans, Canadian geese, ducks and other wild animals.
All walking/ hiking levels welcome. We will take breaks along the way for beverages and/or washroom needs. Length: 10 Km.
- DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Beginner – All walking/hiking levels welcome!
- TOTAL HIKING TIME: approx. 4 hours, depending on overall group pace.
- WHAT TO BRING: Water (at least 1.5 L), lunch, snacks, appropriate clothing and footwear, hat, camera, cellphone, cash for personal expenses and/or TTC ride.
⭐️ IMPORTANT ⭐️
- Wear long pants. We will follow a nature trail, and some sections of it are quite narrow, so we will have to walk near grass or weeds on the sides of the trail.
- 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.
- TIMELINE
Travel to Tommy Thompson Park 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
Entrance to Tommy Thompson Park - 1 Leslie St, TORONTO.
⭐️ DIRECTIONS ⭐️
- By TTC: Take the #501 Queen streetcar to Leslie Street. Then walk south on Leslie Street about 1.5 km to the park entrance.
- By car: Drive to the park entrance at Leslie St. and Unwin Ave.
⭐️ Google Map ⭐️ >> Click HERE <<
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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.
- Walter
- Carol C.
- Krystyna V.
- 7 attendees
⭐️ A GUIDED WALKING/HIKING TOUR OF THE ALSPS, VENICE, MILAN, LAKE GARDA & VERONA (ITALY) ⭐️
(Includes transport by private shuttle between locations)
July 5–14, 2023 • 10 Days / 9 Nights
• Cost: From US $[masked] pp - EARLY BIRD
Flight NOT incl.
HIGHLIGHTS
This will be a mesmerizing adventure among some of Italy’s most scenic mountains and renowned art cities! Immerse yourself in the sights and flavours of historic gems such as legendary Venice and romantic Verona, both sites protected by UNESCO. Behold the monuments and vibrant piazzas of Milan and Sirmione, and mingle with local people and fellow tourists in these gorgeous cities. Finally, enjoy a rest stop by the deep blue waters of Lake Garda – Italy’s largest lake - on this action-packed guided walking adventure.
On this guided tour, you will also explore the towering mountain peaks, bright-green valleys and quaint villages of the Dolomites (UNESCO Heritage Site) in the Trentino region of Italy... AND MORE
• ITINERARY
VISIT https://wildontours.com/products/italy-july-23
⭐️ ⭐️ HOW TO REGISTER ⭐️ ⭐️
>> Please, Click HERE << to see the full description and register via WildOn Tours.
⭐️ Event offered in conjunction with WildOn Tours -- a Canadian agency for adventure travellers (WildonTours.com) ⭐️
- Walter
- Melissa
- Adri
- 7 attendees
⭐️ THE PERFECT GROUP OUTDOOR ADVENTURE IN THE SPECTACULAR CANADIAN ROCKIES! ⭐️
(Includes transport by chartered minibus for 3 days)
Aug 6-12, 2023 • 7 Days/ 6 Nights
From $1770 CAD
Flight NOT incl.
EVENT CATEGORY: Hiking Trip, Multi-day.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Intermediate to advanced ~ Recent experience hiking 10mi/day or more required.
DESCRIPTION
Immerse yourself in some of the most amazing landscapes that Canada offers, hike on scenic and well-maintained mountain trails, spot diverse wildlife, and rest by brilliant turquoise lakes in the gorgeous Canadian Rockies. Discover Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, the Athabasca Glacier and hike the trails overlooking the stunning Takakkaw Falls with a professional guide. Choose among the many exciting optional activities in the Lake Louise and the Jasper areas, such as guided hikes, canoeing, a scenic gondola ride or lake cruise. Each day will be even more exciting than the last!
Max 12 participants. We recommend that you register on TorontoHiking by May 1 to secure your spot.
⭐️ ⭐️ HOW TO REGISTER ⭐️ ⭐️
Please, >> CLICK HERE << to see the full description and register via TorontoHiking.
⭐️ Event offered in conjunction with our hiking partner -- TorontoHiking (TorontoHiking.com) ⭐️
- Walter
- Ikram
- 5 attendees
⭐️ EXPLORE THE GORGEOUS BRUCE PENINSULA NATL PARK, ONTARIO ⭐️
(Includes daily trail shuttle by private passenger van)
Aug 13 to Aug 19, 2023 • 7 Days/ 6 Nights
• Cost CAD $1691 (EARLY BIRD)
• EVENT CATEGORY: Hiking Trip, Multi-day.
• DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Advanced -- Recent experience hiking 18km (12mi)/day or more required.
• Description
You are invited to join our guided hiking adventure in one of the favourite destinations for Ontario hikers and campers -- the Bruce Peninsula National Park! Located in spectacular Georgian Bay, on the shores of Lake Huron, this UNESCO-protected region features thousands of acres of lush green forest, peaceful inland lakes, flat-rock beaches and limestone cliffs towering over the lake's clear blue waters.
The Peninsula section of the Bruce Trail stretches for 170 Km across the Bruce Peninsula from the town of Wiarton to Tobermory, through green forests and along cliffs with gorgeous vistas over the lake and the rocky coastline. Every day we will explore a different part of the trail. The hikes are quite difficult with steep climbs and rugged, rocky terrain. Advanced-level hiking skills required to attend.
MAX 12 PARTICIPANTS. We recommend that you register at the link below by June 1 to secure your spot.
⭐️ ⭐️ HOW TO REGISTER ⭐️ ⭐️
>> Please, Click HERE << to see the full description and register via WildOn Tours.
⭐️ Event offered in conjunction with WildOn Tours -- a Canadian agency for adventure travellers (WildonTours.com) ⭐️
- Walter
- Miriam
- 6 attendees
Past events (2,066)
- Walter
- Adri
- jake p
- 10 attendees
