Conservation Volunteering Toronto

Hike Leaders’ Meeting at Marjan’s Trail ✅

Our hike leaders are getting together to share ideas, plan future hikes and adventures and help our community continue to grow. Thank you to all our volunteers and members for making every hike a great experience. 🥾🥾

Limehouse Conservation Area Loop Trail Hiking

Join our WhatsApp group [https://chat.whatsapp.com/F7838OJWfkiAlMEyNffVfZ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F7838OJWfkiAlMEyNffVfZ) **Sun Oct 25, 2026 Limehouse Conservation Area Loop Trail Hiking** **Meeting Point:** 08:00 am In front of Tim Hortons Dufferin Station 1094 Bloor St W, Toronto **Reserve Carpool or Driver** https://www.extremelyshy.com/toronto&wbpqex * **Carpool**: You will be assigned to a vehicle. Let the driver scan your QR code to access your carpool service. * **Driver**: You will receive driver instruction in your confirmation email. Scan the QR code from the passenger to provide your carpool service to get paid under the [Payout Policy](https://extremelyshy.com/pages/pricing) The Limehouse Conservation Area Loop Trail is a scenic, moderate hike located in Halton Hills, Ontario, managed by Credit Valley Conservation. Trail Overview & Details * **Length:** Approximately 4.8 miles (7.7 km) to 5 miles depending on the specific loop combination (shorter options like the main loop run around 3.6 km to 4.5 km). * **Terrain:** Moderate **What’s included** * Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort. * Split bill with your vehicle people if any other expense is exist. Legal Stuff - Liabilities, Obligations, and Responsibilities * We are a group composed of volunteers. We are NOT a professional organization or pro trail guides and/or pro event organizers. However, as a group of friends and acquaintances, we will look out for each other. * The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. By RSVPing "Yes", for this event, * You acknowledge that you fully understand and accept the aforementioned conditions and following event attendance conditions and, you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event

One Last Backcountry Weekend in Frontenac

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/weekend-in-frontenac)** **Fall (aka shoulder season) camping brings the serene beauty of the backcountry, without the crowds and bugs.** At this time of year, Frontenac will be less busy and the trail into Big Clear Lake belongs mostly to us. It's a 9km hike to reach the site, working through root tangled trails and stretches of open granite typical of this stretch of the Canadian Shield. Only the most stubborn leaves will remain on the trees and you’ll enjoy long sightlines through bare branches where the canopy used to be. The pace is steady and moderate the whole way in, never technical but never quite letting up either. We set up camp on the shore of Big Clear Lake as the light starts to drop, we get a fire going, and cook dinner together. Late October nights out here are serene, with a sky full of stars over the lake. In the morning, we’ll take our time over breakfast before packing up and heading out along the other side of Big Salmon Lake: a different stretch of trail from the one we hiked in on, with its own look at the park before we're back where we started. By the time we're back at the cars, you'll have had that sweet final night of the year in the backcountry. What's included * Professional & certified guides * ‍All camp meals, cooking equipment and mess kits * ‍Tents Sleeping bags and sleep pads can be rented from WU for a small fee. **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 **Highlights** **Last Trip of the Season:** The final overnight on the calendar before WU's backcountry program pauses for winter **Shoulder Season Solitude**: Long, quiet stretches of trail, with the lake mostly to yourselves. **A Clear Night Sky:** Bare branches and dry autumn air make for some of the best stargazing conditions of the year at the campsite. **Event cost: $265+HST. $70 optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/weekend-in-frontenac)** **About Wilderness Union** Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community that connects you to the life-changing magic of the outdoors and helps you find your people. Members range from 20-40 years old. The group is a mix of GTA locals and newcomers to Toronto from within Canada and abroad. Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming! ***Learn more at our website [www.wildernessunion.com](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

Event equipment carry and set up volunteers

Need 3-5 volunteers depending on how many nets we will need Sign up here if you want to volunteer to help with equipment and set up in the morning. Volunteers will come early before the event start to help carry equipment and set up nets. Volunteers please arrive early at the assigned time and place. Meeting time will be up to an hour before the event start time. Volunteers will play for free and will get additional perks. Number of volunteers needed will depend on how many nets are required. Regular volunteers will get preference. **Please only sign up to volunteer if you are attending the event for sure.** Please answer the RSVP question and add yourself to the waiting list and I will add you if you’re needed as a volunteer and I will contact you to confirm with details. Once confirmed you will be added as a volunteer

Epic Birding Adventure This Sunday

**Hello Fellow Nature Lovers,** Are you ready for an unforgettable birding adventure? This is the perfect time of year to witness some of Ontario's most iconic birds, including the stunning **Common Loon**, majestic **Sandhill Cranes**, and soaring **Eagles**. As the migration season hits its peak, now is the chance to immerse yourself in this natural spectacle—because you never know what you’ll see until you're out there with us! Plus, the weather looks great! Join me for a guided birding excursion north of Barrie, where a diverse array of species awaits. Here’s a glimpse of what we expect to encounter: **Birds we’ll likely see:** * Common Loons * Sandhill Cranes * Bonaparte Gulls * Little Gulls (a rare treat!) * Great Blue Herons * American Kestrels * Red-tailed Hawks * ...and many more! **What's special this time of year?** It's the season when **Common Loons** gather in large numbers on **Kempenfelt Bay**, and **Sandhill Cranes** form spectacular flocks, sometimes numbering in the thousands before they begin their migration south. Along with these, we’ll be keeping an eye out for birds of prey and several species of gulls, including **Great Black-backed Gulls** and the elusive **Little Gull**. Can you imagine witnessing over 100 **Common Loons** or 1,000 **Sandhill Cranes**? It’s a sight that every bird lover and photographer dreams of! Speaking of photography, this is the perfect opportunity to capture **Sandhill Cranes** in flight as they soar overhead, a must-see for anyone with a camera. We’ll also stop in Barrie to witness **Common Loons**, which gather in huge numbers, and there’s a chance to see a variety of ducks and gulls on their way to wintering grounds. Who knows what surprises we might spot out on the water? If we're lucky, a **Red-throated Loon or Pacific Loon** might make an appearance, adding an extra thrill to the day. **What to Expect:** * A full day of birding from 9:00 AM to approximately 5:00 PM * Multiple stops at key birding hotspots * A flexible itinerary that allows for spontaneous detours if rare species are reported We will meet at **Finch Station passenger pick-up at 8:45 AM** and depart promptly at **9:00 AM**. I can accommodate three guests in my vehicle, so if you’d like to join me, make sure to reserve your spot early! If you prefer to drive yourself or carpool, you’re welcome to follow along, and carpooling participants can coordinate to share gas costs. **Cost:** $99 for the professionally guided experience including transportation You can secure your spot by paying via PayPal or e-transfer to **torontonaturelovers@hotmail.com**. Please let me know once you’ve paid so I can confirm your spot on the trip. Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of fall migration with us! **Spaces are limited, and it’s first-come, first-served** for a seat in my vehicle. I look forward to birding with you!

Exploring Mount Nemo

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/mt-nemo-fall-26)** **Mount Nemo is one of the best parts of the Niagara Escarpment and it's only a short drive from the city!** We'll follow the Bruce Trail for about 7 km along the top of the ridge, through old forest that grows right up to the cliff’s edge. Within a few minutes, while immersed in this UNESCO biosphere reserve, Toronto feels a lot further away than it is. This isn't a simple stroll but it is accessible for anybody wanting to get into hiking. The ground is broken up in the best way, with rock, roots and the odd scramble, and the route keeps changing character as we go. November is a good month to do it. The trail is quieter than in peak fall colour season, and depending on the year some leaves may still be hanging on. Most people arrive not knowing anyone, and by the time we're back at the cars you'll likely have a few new trail friends. **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 **Highlights** **Close to the City:** It's an hour drive from Toronto, which makes this one of the easiest ways to get onto the escarpment. **Views:** Whatever colour is left in the forest, set against the dark green of the cedars. Bare branches also mean longer sightlines across the valley. **Meet Your Crew:** A day on the trail with fellow members of the WU crew, and a few new people to plan the next hike with. **Itinerary** **10:00** \- Shuttle leaves from near Keele Station **10:00 - 11:00** \- Drive to trail head **11:00 - 15:30** \- Hike the trail with a stop for lunch along the way **15:30 - 16:30** \- Drive back to Toronto **Event cost: $55+HST. $40 optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/mt-nemo-fall-26)** **About Wilderness Union** Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community that connects you to the life-changing magic of the outdoors and helps you find your people. Members range from 20-40 years old. The group is a mix of GTA locals and newcomers to Toronto from within Canada and abroad. Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming! ***Learn more at our website [www.wildernessunion.com](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

An SD walk in the park

**An autumn service safari through Toronto's Vale of Avoca and Moore Park Ravine** We’ll meet at David A. Balfour Park and head through the Vale of Avoca and Moore Park Ravine. Along the way, we’ll introduce and try out a classic service design tool — the **[service safari](https://servicedesigntools.org/tools/service-safari)**[ ](https://servicedesigntools.org/tools/service-safari)— using the ravine as our real-world playground. We’ll walk, observe, and capture what we notice about how we find, navigate, and experience the place. Our timing is interesting too: The City of Toronto is [currently exploring improvements to the Vale of Avoca](https://haveyoursay.toronto.ca/vale-avoca-ravine-improvements). We’ll compare what we notice, spot patterns and see what questions and opportunities emerge. We’ll also borrow lightly from Design Council’s [Skills for Planet](https://www.designcouncil.org.uk/our-work/skills-for-planet/), widening our lens beyond our own experience to notice the environment around us. **No slides. No presentations. Just curious people, a beautiful fall walk, some service design in the wild and hopefully some good fall colours. 🍁** Bring: comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate layers + a charged phone. No service design experience required - curiosity is plenty. -- Bonus: After the walk, we’ll bring what we learn together into a short set of SDD field notes that we could share with the Vale of Avoca project team.

Private Photography Session: Canadian Raptor Conservancy

November Trek Alert | Desert Canyons & Epic Views

November Trek Alert | Desert Canyons & Epic Views Think: Red rock canyons Cool November weather Wide open trails Zero crowds, zero chaos We’ll be hiking Zion, Bryce Canyon, and the Grand Canyon at a comfortable, steady pace — with time to breathe, pause, and actually enjoy where we are. If you’ve been craving: ✔️ A reset ✔️ Nature over noise ✔️ Movement with meaning Motel 6 1322 Fremont Street, Las Vegas, 89101, United States

The Wilderness Brothers (Sudbury)

Contact Alex for location and information.

✨ Volunteering: Food Bank

We’re hosting a volunteer event with the Daily Bread Food Bank 💛, one of **Toronto’s largest charities**, which supports people facing difficult circumstances every day. We’ll be **sorting food** 🥕🥫📦 and, if needed, helping to prepare it for distribution. This is hands-on help that directly impacts someone’s daily life. **No special experience or skills are required.** All that matters is your willingness to get involved and donate a few hours of your time. ⏰ **Time:** 9:50 AM to 12:00 PM 💬 **Coordinator:** Kate 💜 **Participation is free** ⚠ Age requirement: 15 and older ❗ Before participating, you must **review the mandatory form from Daily Bread.** You can sign it on-site, but it’s important to read the document in advance. We’ll send the link via the bot after registration. **Register on [TryToronto website](https://trytoronto.org/events/food-bank-sep)** **Our Instagram: [@try_toronto_](https://www.instagram.com/try_toronto_)**

Survivalist Series: Introduction to Firecraft

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/fire-craft-intro-4)** ***Discover the ancient art of safely creating and maintaining fire without lighters or matches!*** For thousands of years, fire has been our greatest ally for warmth, safety, cooking, and survival. But in the wild, fire doesn’t come easy. It takes knowledge, patience, and the right technique. We are back for the fourth installment of this popular course to teach you the beautiful art of fire. You’ll begin to master the craft with hands-on guidance from our expert firecraft instructor - guide Kyle. You'll be shown and encouraged to practice: 1\. Ferrocerium rod techniques with multiple tinders 2\. Traditional flint & steel fire lighting 3\. The art of hand\-drill friction fire This course will give you the foundation to create fire anywhere, anytime. **Included:** Your own high-quality ferro rod to take home and keep the fire burning wherever you go. **Who It’s For:** This course is for beginners and intermediate survivalists alike. Bring your curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a love of getting outside. This is an amazing opportunity not only to learn from our expert, but it's a fun, practical lesson at a uniquely low price. **About this series:** The Survivalist Series is an expert-led set of courses designed to develop applicable and life-saving skills in the outdoors. Keep your eyes peeled for more courses on many other topics coming soon! **Due to the cost of parking at Bronte Creek, WU transport is recommended for this course.** **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 **Highlights** **Ancient techniques:** Learn unique firecraft techniques from long ago that do not need matches or a lighter. **Survivalist skills training:** Develop essential skills to survive and thrive in the wild. **Fire kit included:** Every participant gets this kit including a ferro rod and variety of tinders. **Itinerary** **10:00** \- Shuttle leaves from near Keele station **11:00** \- Arrive at course location **11:00 - 16:00** \- Introduction to fire craft course **16:00 - 17:00** \- Drive back to Toronto **Event cost: $104+HST. $20 optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/fire-craft-intro-4)** **About Wilderness Union** Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community that connects you to the life-changing magic of the outdoors and helps you find your people. Members range from 20-40 years old. The group is a mix of GTA locals and newcomers to Toronto from within Canada and abroad. Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming! ***Learn more at our website [www.wildernessunion.com](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***