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🌦️ There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather – Walking & Hiking Group 🚶♂️🚶♀️
.........Only bad clothing choices.
Weather Warriors welcome!
This is not your typical walking/Hiking group — and that’s very much on purpose. This group is for people who love being outside, who enjoy walking in all seasons, and who understand that weather isn’t something we wait out — it’s something we walk with. Rain, snow, wind, heat, grey skies, sunshine… this is Toronto, and this is the experience. We are weather warriors 🌬️☔❄️🌞 — we show up prepared, adaptable, and ready to move.
Toronto is one of the greenest cities in the world, filled with ravines, neighbourhood routes, parks, trails, and hidden gems. This group will explore 50+ walking and hiking routes across the city, always transit-accessible, always grounded in connection, movement, and shared experience.
Our walks are on the leisure side — not too slow, not too fast — designed for people who want to move their bodies and talk while doing it. This is a social walking group. By the end of a walk, the hope is that you’ve met someone new, shared a conversation, or simply enjoyed being part of a group moving together.
Here’s what makes us different 👇
We don’t cancel walks just because of the weather. Other groups do — we don’t. Walks go ahead rain or shine. Sometimes routes may be adjusted, shortened, or adapted based on conditions, but the expectation is simple: when you sign up, we’re going.
That means this group is best suited for people who:
🌤️ Check the weather before they RSVP
🧥 Know what conditions they’re comfortable walking in
☂️ Dress for the forecast (boots, umbrellas, layers — all welcome)
🧠 Take ownership of their decision to attend
🤝 Understand that an RSVP is a commitment to the group
You are always welcome to:
– Join the group and attend only the walks that suit you
– Decide on the day and show up without RSVPing
– RSVP later once you’re confident the weather meets your needs
What doesn’t work here is signing up in advance and cancelling last-minute because the weather wasn’t what you expected. When people RSVP, others plan around that — routes, pacing, safety, and the shared sense of “we’re doing this together.” That follow-through matters in this group.
Extreme or unsafe conditions (severe cold, extreme heat, dangerous wind) will always be an organizer call. This isn’t about being reckless — it’s about being prepared, realistic, and grounded.
Above all, this is a friendly, respectful, easy-going community. Everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated with care. We also respect boundaries: no unsolicited messages, no pressure, no assumptions. Connection happens naturally, on the walk.
If you’re looking for a walking group that embraces the seasons, values commitment, and believes that showing up — in life and in weather — is kind of the point… you’re in the right place 🌲👣
Upcoming events
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- CA$5.00
🏙️🔭 DOORS OPEN TORONTO: SKYLINE VIEWS & HIDDEN SPACES WALK 🔭🏙️
Bay and King, 40 King St. West, Toronto, ON, CA🏙️🔭 DOORS OPEN TORONTO: SKYLINE VIEWS & HIDDEN SPACES WALK 🔭🏙️
Observation Decks, City Icons & A Once-a-Year Experience
Some places in Toronto you walk past every day… but rarely get to go inside.
This is your chance.Join us for a special Doors Open Toronto outing, where we’ll explore two of the city’s most iconic buildings — including access to spaces that aren’t usually open to the public.
This event only happens once a year, and it’s one of the best ways to experience the city from a completely different perspective.
This is not a formal tour.It’s a social outing — with incredible views, a bit of history, and shared discovery.
📲 Join Our WhatsApp Group: Click here to join
***🏙️ What We’ll Do
We’ll start at TD Bank Tower (66 Wellington St W), part of the Toronto-Dominion Centre — one of the finest examples of modernist architecture in the city, designed by legendary architect Mies van der Rohe.
We’ll head up to the observation area (approximately 223 metres high), where you’ll get a stunning view of Toronto’s skyline from a space that isn’t typically open to the public.
From there, we’ll walk over to Toronto City Hall and visit its observation deck.Opened in 1965 and designed by Finnish architect Viljo Revell, City Hall’s curved twin towers and central council chamber make it one of Toronto’s most recognizable landmarks.
From above, you’ll get a completely different view of Nathan Phillips Square and the downtown core.⚠️ Please note: both locations are very popular during Doors Open, so there will likely be wait times. Part of the experience is the buzz and energy of the day.
Afterward, we’ll head over to CF Toronto Eaton Centre for a casual lunch in the food court. 🍔🥗
You’re welcome to join or head out whenever you like.***
🏛️ What Is Doors Open Toronto?Doors Open Toronto is a free annual city-wide event that opens the doors to architecturally, historically, and culturally significant buildings across Toronto.
For one weekend, you can explore spaces that are usually closed to the public — from office towers and historic sites to creative and civic spaces.
It’s one of the best ways to connect with the city and see what’s normally hidden in plain sight.***
🌦️ Weather & ExpectationsThis event will run rain or shine.
Be prepared for:
✔️ Walking between locations
✔️ Standing in lines
✔️ A busy, energetic atmosphereWear comfortable shoes and bring patience — it’s part of the experience.
Also — this is NOT a guided historical tour. I’ll share context casually, but the focus is on exploring together.***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: OutsideI will be on the West/South corner right by the lights and I will be wearing my Moose Hat.
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 9:00 AMI will only wait 5 minutes. Anyone arriving late can meet us at the first location. We won’t be saving spots in line — it’s important we respect the people around us.
Early is on time.
On time is late.
We’ll head in together.End Point: Eaton Centre
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
Doors Open is free to attend.This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖
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🎒 What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
Patience for lines ⏳
Weather-appropriate clothing
Optional: cash/card for lunch***
🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.
We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatheringsThere’s always something happening.
***
REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.***
👤 Organizer: MathewQuestions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.comCome for the views. Stay for the experience.
Leave having seen parts of the city most people never get to access. 🏙️✨30 attendees - CA$5.00
🏛️🚶 DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK 🚶🏛️
Fire Station 315, 132 Bellevue Avenue, Toronto, ON, CA🏛️🚶 DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK 🚶🏛️
Historic Spaces, Community Landmarks & A City Revealed
Some buildings you walk past every day without thinking twice… until the doors open.Join us for a second day of Doors Open Toronto, where we’ll explore a mix of historic, cultural, and community spaces across the city — each with its own story, purpose, and evolution.
This walk is about contrast.Old and new. Exclusive and inclusive. Grand and everyday.
And how all of it shapes the city we live in.
This is not a formal tour.It’s a social, story-driven walk — with moments to pause, look, and see familiar places differently.
👉 📲 Join Our WhatsApp Group: Click here to join
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🚶♂️ What We’ll Do
We’ll move through a curated route of Doors Open, stopping at a variety of buildings and institutions that reflect Toronto’s layered history and community life.
Some of the locations we may visit include:- Fire Station 315 – Opened in 1889, this historic fire hall is built of brick with stone detailing, reflecting early 20th-century civic architecture.
- The El Mocambo – Opened in 1948, this iconic music venue is housed in a brick building with a classic mid-century commercial façade.
- Daniels Building (University of Toronto) – Opened in 1875 (as Knox College), this Gothic Revival building is constructed of sandstone with intricate masonry detailing.
- U of T Bookstore (Koffler Student Centre) – Opened in 1958, this modernist structure is built primarily of concrete and glass.
- Polish Combatants' Association Branch 20 – Opened in 1950, this community hall is a modest brick structure reflecting post-war institutional design.
- St. George’s Hall (Arts & Letters Club) – Opened in 1891, this heritage building is constructed of brick and stone in a Victorian style.
- St. George Greek Orthodox Church – Opened in 1897, this church is built of brick with classical detailing and later Byzantine-inspired elements.
- Street Health – Established in 1986, the facility operates out of a practical brick building adapted for community healthcare use.
- Street Haven – Founded in 1965, this women’s shelter is housed in a converted brick residential building typical of the area.
- Jarvis Street Baptist Church – Opened in 1875, this Gothic Revival church is built of brick with stone accents.
- The 519 –This building actually dates back to 1858 — long before it became The 519 we know today — and started as a Georgian-style home before evolving into a community space.
- Foy-Smith House – Built in 1891, this historic home is constructed of brick in the Queen Anne Revival style.
- St. Paul’s Bloor Street – Opened in 1889, this Romanesque Revival church is built of stone with a commanding tower and detailed masonry.
Some locations we’ll enter, others we’ll experience from the outside depending on timing and lineups.
⚠️ Please note: wait times are part of Doors Open. We’ll move as a group and make decisions along the way.
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🏛️ What Is Doors Open Toronto?
Doors Open Toronto is a free annual event where the city opens up buildings that are normally closed to the public — from historic homes and cultural institutions to places you’d never usually think to step inside.
It’s one of the best ways to explore Toronto beyond the surface.***
🌆 Vibe & Expectations
This is a longer, more exploratory walk with:
✔️ Multiple stops
✔️ Some waiting in lines
✔️ A mix of indoor and outdoor spaces
✔️ Members can leave any time the likeIt’s not about rushing — it’s about discovering.
Also — this is NOT a formal historical tour. I’ll share context and stories as we go, but the focus is on the experience and being social.***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Fire Station 315
🫎 I’ll be outside and I will be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: (Insert time)
I will only wait 5 minutes.Anyone arriving late can meet us along the route.
We won’t be saving spots in line — it’s important we respect the people around us.***
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 [mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)
Doors Open is free to attend.
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🎒 What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
Patience for lines ⏳
Weather-appropriate clothing
Optional: snacks or money for food along the way***
🌈 Who Is This For?This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.
We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatherings
There’s always something happening.***
REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 [torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)Come for the buildings. Stay for the stories.
Leave seeing the city not just as it looks — but as it’s evolved. 🏛️✨25 attendees - CA$5.00
🏡🌿 THE BRIDLE PATH (DRAKE’S MANSION) & EDWARDS GARDENS WALK 🌿🏡
Ontario Association of the Deaf, 2395 Bayview Ave, North York, ON, CA🏡🌿 THE BRIDLE PATH (DRAKE’S MANSION) & EDWARDS GARDENS WALK 🌿🏡
Luxury Streets, Hidden Trails & A Garden Escape
Some parts of Toronto feel like a completely different world — and this walk takes you right through them.
Join us for a social walk through The Bridle Path, one of the most exclusive and wealthiest neighbourhoods in the city — known for its massive estates, gated homes, and quiet, tree-lined streets.This is where celebrities and icons have lived, including Drake and the late Gordon Lightfoot. It’s the kind of area where the houses don’t just impress — they shock.
From there, we’ll shift into nature and make our way toward Edwards Gardens, where things slow down with flowers, pathways, and a peaceful break in the middle of the walk.
This is not a formal tour.It’s a social walk — a mix of city curiosity, nature, and good conversation.
📲 Join Our WhatsApp Group: Click here to join
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🚶♂️ What We’ll DoWe’ll begin in the Bridle Path area, walking through the neighbourhood to take in some of the largest and most impressive homes in Toronto.
From there, we’ll head toward Edwards Gardens, where we’ll take about a 30-minute break to relax, explore, and enjoy the flowers.
After the break, we’ll continue along parts of the Don River trail, finishing near Eglinton & Don Mills.
For those who want, we can grab something casual afterward at Tim Hortons or McDonald's. ☕🍔You’re welcome to join or head out whenever you like.
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🌦️ Weather & Expectations
This walk happens rain or shine.
Please come prepared for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
The route is moderate and includes a mix of neighbourhood streets and park trails.
Also — this is NOT a guided or historical tour. I’ll share bits of context casually, but the focus is on being social and enjoying the walk.***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Par
king lot near Bayview Ave (exact spot easy to find on arrival)
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Early is on time.
On time is late.
We’ll begin promptly.End Point: Near Eglinton & Don Mills (not returning to start)
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🎒 What to Bring
Water
Good walking shoes
A small snack
Weather-appropriate clothing
Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.***
🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatheringsThere’s always something happening.
***
REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com
Come for the mansions. Stay for the gardens.Leave feeling like you saw two completely different sides of Toronto — in one walk. 🏡✨
1 attendee - CA$5.00
🌲🥾 CROTHERS WOODS TRAIL HIKE & DAIRY QUEEN STOP 🥾🍦
Broadview Station, 769 Broadview Avenue, Toronto, ON, CA🌲🥾 CROTHERS WOODS TRAIL HIKE & DAIRY QUEEN STOP 🥾🍦
Real Trails, A Solid Climb & An Ice Cream FinishToronto doesn’t have many true hiking experiences — but this is one of them.
Join us for a more active, nature-focused walk through Crothers Woods, one of the city’s best spots if you’re looking for something that actually feels like a hike.
This isn’t your typical flat city stroll.There are hills, forest paths, and a proper climb — especially at the end (Pottery Road 👀).
But don’t worry… we’ve got a reward waiting.
This is not a formal tour.It’s a social hike — a bit more effort, a bit more nature, and a great group to do it with.
📲 Join Our WhatsApp Group: Click here to join
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🚶♂️ What We’ll DoWe’ll start at Broadview Station and head south along Broadview before making our way down Pottery Road into the Don Valley.
From there, we’ll connect to the Don Valley trails and enter Crothers Woods, where we’ll hike through forested paths and take a short break along the way.
After the hike, we’ll make our way back — finishing with the climb up Pottery Road (the final challenge 💪).
And then… we reward ourselves with a stop at Dairy Queen for some well-earned ice cream. 🍦We’ll end back near Broadview Station.
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🌦️ Weather & Expectations
This hike happens rain or shine.
Please come prepared — trails may be muddy, and conditions can vary.
This is a slightly more challenging walk than most of our events:
✔️ Uneven trails
✔️ Some hills
✔️ One bigger climb at the end
Good footwear is important.Also — this is NOT a guided or historical tour. It’s about movement, nature, and being social.
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🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Outside Broadview Subway Station
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Early is on time.
On time is late.
We’ll head out promptly.End Point: Broadview Subway Station
***
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🎒 What to Bring
Water
Good hiking/walking shoes (important!)
A snack
Weather-appropriate clothing (trail-ready 🌧️🌿)
Optional: cash/card for ice cream 🍦Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.
***
🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatheringsThere’s always something happening.
***
REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com
Come for the trail. Stay for the challenge.Leave feeling like you actually earned that ice cream. 🍦🌲✨
4 attendees
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