What we’re about
Our purpose is to have frequent, casual, energetic hiking events that fit easily into busy lives. Many of our hikes range from 5km to 10km, within 1.5 to 2 hours. We stick (mostly) to established well-groomed trails so we can keep the pace lively. Sometimes we breathe hard climbing and descending large hills challenging ourselves. We enjoy nature, watching the seasons change and embracing the additional challenge this brings. Besides all the physical benefits hiking provides, we aim to have fun, enjoy good conversation while building friendships along the way.
There will usually be a few hikes per week, somewhere around Scarborough, Pickering, Ajax, Uxbridge, Oshawa and Bowmanville. We'll often have weekend hikes that are a little longer (sometimes MUCH longer) and sometimes travel much further if there's an adventure to be had.
Also see our current Rules and Liability Waiver as part of your participation.
That's about it! If you have any questions, please contact somebody in the leadership team.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Tuesday evening hike at The Rouge - (moderaterly fast pace - not for beginnersGlen Rouge Campground, Toronto, ON
** this is not a beginner hike
** all hikers must must be 16 years of age or older**This ~6.5k plus hike will be at a moderate pace of approx. 4.5 km/hr with a number of long steep hills. Bring water, hiking boots and poles if desired. Make sure to arrive early, as we leave at 5:30 sharpe.
Required reading for you and your guests before RSVP'ing to all events:
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Liability Waiver and Group Rules (updated 05/30/22)
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When asked at RSVP time, indicate *Yes* if you agree to the question provided.
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See general information about Tick Safety
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- 9:00 a.m. - Twyn Rivers Yoga(8:30) & Hike(9:00) - Wear White, Pink, Red, Purple!Rouge National Urban Park, Twyn Rivers Day Use Area, Scarborough, ON
Let's enjoy a beautiful and sunny Saturday morning hike!!
8:30 a.m.- Yoga warm-up
9:00 a.m.- Hike.
We will hike at a moderate pace from Twyn Rivers parking to Beare Hill. There are some hills.
Our theme will be to wear Pink, White, Red, Purple . . . any or all of these colours! These colours represent some of the colours of one of the birth flowers for September, called the Aster, considered the "star" of the show. They symbolize love, wisdom, and faith.Directions: Please note that you have to enter Twyn Rivers from the Altona side, since the Meadowvale side (from the west) is closed. Please follow the pin.
We will go for coffee after the hike for those who want to join!
Required reading for you and your guests before RSVP'ing to all events:
- Liability Waiver and Group Rules (updated 05/30/22)
- When asked at RSVP time, indicate *Yes* if you agree to the question provided.
- See general information about Tick Safety
- 2:00 pm Sunday Wilder Forest Medium to Medium/Fast Pace 2hrs2499 Brock Rd, Uxbridge, ON
This will be a medium to medium/fast hike. Distance 9 km in approximately 2 hours. Hiking speed 5.5k/hour. The pace will be adjusted based on the needs of the group and the weather.
There aren’t any very steep hills on this hike but you will be going up some long gradual hills, some steeper short hills, and hiking over different terrain (through meadows, the woods, etc).
There are currently no parking fees for this lot.
If you have not been to this parking lot before, double check your route before leaving. We share the driveway with the Pathways on Pleasure Valley Horse Stables - continue down the driveway and you will see our parking lot on the right. We leave on time (2:00 pm). There is no penalty for being late, just know we leave on time and it would be difficult with this location to figure out which routes to take in order to catch up to us. Please leave yourself extra time to get to the hike, especially if you have not been to this location before.
Bring 1L of water and long pants (at your own discretion). You need proper hiking footwear and must be surefooted.
Required reading for you and your guests before RSVP'ing to all events:
- Liability Waiver and Group Rules (updated 05/30/22)
- When asked at RSVP time, indicate *Yes* if you agree to the question provided.
- See what Icers/Crampons are here: Link
- See general information about Tick Safety
