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🌿🚶 LEASIDE SPUR TRAIL, WILKET CREEK & EDWARDS GARDENS WALK (10KM) 🚶🌿
🌿🚶 LEASIDE SPUR TRAIL, WILKET CREEK & EDWARDS GARDENS WALK (10KM) 🚶🌿
Forest Trails, Flowing Creeks & A Spring Garden Pause
Some of the best parts of Toronto don’t feel like the city at all.
Join us for a longer, energizing social walk through some of the city’s most scenic green spaces — from quiet trails to winding creeks, with a beautiful stop at the gardens along the way.
We’ll explore the Leaside Spur Trail, connect into the peaceful paths of Wilket Creek Park, and make our way toward Edwards Gardens — where you’ll have time to wander, take in the seasonal blooms, and enjoy a little moment of calm in the middle of the walk.
This is not a formal tour.
It’s a social, active walk with great scenery and even better company.
👉 **Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t)
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🚶♂️ What We’ll Do
We’ll begin at McDonald’s and head onto the Leaside Spur Trail, easing into the walk before connecting with Wilket Creek’s forested paths.
From there, we’ll continue toward Sunnybrook Park and into Edwards Gardens, where we’ll take a relaxed break so you can explore, enjoy the flowers, and recharge.
After our stop, we’ll loop back along the trails, returning to our starting point.
Once we’re back, those who want can grab a bite at Jersey Mike's Subs for a well-earned lunch. 🥪
No pressure to join — totally optional.
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🌦️ Weather & Expectations
This walk will happen in typical Toronto conditions — including cold, light rian, or damp trails.
Please come prepared for a full 10KM walk with some hills.
Good footwear is essential.
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Also — this is NOT a guided or historical tour. I’ll share bits along the way, but the focus is on movement, nature, and connection.
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🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Outside McDonald’s
🫎 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 and won’t be able to track late arrivals — thank you for understanding.
End point: Back at McDonald’s
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 \*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**](http://mathewmaclean@hotmail.com%2A%2A/)
This 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 or a warm drink
Good walking shoes (trails may be uneven or muddy)
A snack
Weather-appropriate clothing (layers are key!)
Optional: cash/card if joining for lunch
Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.
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🌈 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.
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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.
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👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 [torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)
Come for the trails. Stay for the gardens.
Leave feeling like you escaped the city — without ever leaving it. 🌿✨
Saturday, Park, Trail and Neighbourhood Walk! (with Dinner and Pub Crawl after)
Hello everyone,
**\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\***
Please join me and my other groups for a fun Saturday social leisure nature walk that will include trails, parks and cool neighbourhoods in the Yonge and Eglinton area. The evening will continue after with close by Restaurant, Mingling, Pub Crawl and Live Music and Dancing.
**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
We will meet at out front of the **Burger Priest (2 Eglinton Avenue)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)
This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see.
More details below:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
**Event Details:**
**Saturday, Park, Trail and Neighbourhood Walk! (with Dinner, Mingling and Pub Crawl after)**
-During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, café break, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together
-Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another
\*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air and (re) connect with some wonderful people
**Bonus after our Leisure Nature Walk: (Optional)**
\*Stick around after the walk for a fun Saturday Night gathering at an iconic venue with Dinner, Beverages and Pub Crawl (3 great locations) (with Dancing and Live Bands later in the evening)
**Event Fee:**
10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included)
or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com
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**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
We will meet at out front of the **Burger Priest (2 Eglinton Avenue)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)
**Drivers & Free Parking:**
Plenty of parking on Yonge and residential too :)
Free parking on Duplex, one street west of Yonge :)
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***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :)
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Historic Hogg's Hollow
\*\***The Toronto History Walks Yearly Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
**for more information or for signing up!\*\***
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
John and William Hogg, sons to James Hogg, subdivided the marshy land that became "Hoggs Hollow."
It took a little time to encourage settlers to develop the land due to the inhospitable environment, but settlers moved in over the following decades. With the historic village of York Mills adjacent, a school, post office, pottery, blacksmith, livery, stable, store, cemetery and St. John's Anglican Church served Scottish, Irish and English immigrants.
The history of modern Hogg's Hollow began in the 1920s with the creation of lots, and homes reflected the beauty of the English countryside. The Baron Renfrew School opened in 1925 to replace a structure at 45 York Mills Road that was destroyed by fire.
Hogg's Hollow is certainly far from the tourist centre to the south, and is well worth exploring. With Yonge Street its main street, the community has a fascinating history that has long gone uncovered. Give Hogg's Hollow a look and you might stay awhile. I promise!
This walk is for all walking levels. Please dress for the season and bring water. Our Hogg's Hollow adventure walk begins at the Yonge Street doors of the York Mills Subway station. We head south and downhill and return to our starting point. Hope to see you there!
This tour has a ticket price of $15.00 per person!
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
Winter Walk Long Branch Return Via Etobicoke Creek Trail
10 km (9.95) winter walk at 4 km per hour pace (or faster by consensus) from Long Branch Return Via Etobicoke Creek Trail.
1 PM Meet at Long Branch GO station, 20 Brow Dr, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3P6
1 PM to 2 PM Eat at 241 Pizza, 3815 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1R2, [(416) 241-0241](https://www.google.com/search?q=241+pizza+near+longbranch&rlz=1C1RXMK_enCA1182CA1182&ie=UTF-8#)
2 PM to 4:30 PM Walk North up Etobicoke Creek Trail to Sherway Dr. Then return south to the lake. Finally return to Long branch GO station.
Route Map with GPX Download:
https://www.komoot.com/tour/2775245111
Wear loose fitting winter clothing: coat, hat, gloves, snow pants, thick socks, waterproof thermal lined boots with non slip soles. If necessary put warmers in your gloves and boots. Bring water.
Chris 647 453 3327
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🏙️🚶 OLD CABBAGETOWN, REGENT PARK & DISTILLERY DISTRICT WALK (9KM) 🚶🏙️
🏙️🚶 OLD CABBAGETOWN, REGENT PARK & DISTILLERY DISTRICT WALK (9KM) 🚶🏙️
Historic Streets, City Contrasts & A Distillery District Finish
Some walks show you just how many different versions of Toronto can exist within a few kilometres.
Join us for a social city walk through some of Toronto’s most layered and contrasting neighbourhoods — from the storybook streets of Cabbagetown, to the revitalized energy of Regent Park, ending in the iconic Distillery District.
Cabbagetown is known for having one of the largest collections of Victorian homes in North America — quiet, tree-lined streets that feel almost frozen in time.
From there, we’ll move into Regent Park, where old Toronto meets new in one of the city’s most significant redevelopments.
We’ll finish in the Distillery District, once home to the largest distillery in the world, now a vibrant pedestrian area full of brick buildings, art, and atmosphere.
This is not a formal historical tour.
It’s a social walk with light storytelling, good energy, and lots to take in along the way.
👉 **Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t)
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🚶♂️ What We’ll Do
We’ll meet outside the subway station and begin our walk into Cabbagetown, wandering through its charming residential streets before making our way toward Regent Park.
As we move through the neighbourhood, you’ll see the blend of old and new Toronto — community spaces, modern builds, and the evolution of the area.
From there, we’ll continue south toward the Distillery District, where the walk wraps up.
You’re free to explore, grab a drink, or head out whenever you like.
Please note: there will be some stairs along the route.
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🌦️ Weather & Expectations
This walk will happen in typical April weather — which means anything from sun to light rain.
As long as it’s not extreme conditions or heavy downpour, we’ll be going ahead.
Be prepared and dress accordingly.
Comfortable shoes are important, and layers are always a good idea.
Also — this is NOT a guided or formal historical tour. I’ll share context casually, but the focus is on being social and enjoying the walk.
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🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Outside the 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 begin promptly, so please plan ahead.
End Point: Distillery District
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 \*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**](http://mathewmaclean@hotmail.com%2A%2A/)
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 (rain-ready if needed ☔)
Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.
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🌈 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.
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👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 [torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)
Come for the history. Stay for the contrasts.
Leave seeing Toronto just a little differently than before. 🏙️✨
Latin Fest at City Hall
Hi everyone.
Nathan Phillips Square is playing host to Canadian Latin Fest 2026 on Sunday, 12 April. Through music, food, dance and performance, it celebrates Canadian Latin culture, which I am sure we can all agree, is very vibrant in the city.
The event starts at noon with opening remarks and some dignitary speeches.
**MEET TIME:** 12:00 noon for our own opening remarks and intros. According to the schedule, the performances are (mostly) over by 3pm.
**MEETING SPOT:** in the covered area between Hero Burger and the skate rental shop.
**Note:** For those wanting to come a bit later, I will check back at the meeting spot after the first parade ( approx. 1 pm)
According to their schedule, the first of two parades steps off at 12:40pm. (The parades are new and I believe they will be quite short and take place within the square.)
Whatever your photo interests might be, I am sure there will be lots of ops, not only as part of the festival but also all around City Hall.
On a side note, I anticipate putting together meetups in the future, likely during the week when the days are longer, that will offer an element of instruction. The idea is to have willing experienced photographers lead small groups of beginners or those looking to improve their photography skills and/or knowledge of their DSLR or mirrorless.
For Sunday's meetup, I think everyone would want to shoot the parade(s)/performances on their own but if there are people interested/willing, they could team up for an hour of guided shooting at some point during the day. I put my name forward as someone who would be happy to lead a group.
We will have more discussion about the instructional meetups on Sunday.
The weather can't make up its mind. It is now looking like there could be some rain (but don't let that deter you from coming out) . I hope to see you there.
Historic Little India: Gerrard India Bazaar (REVISED FOR 2026)
\*\***The Toronto History Walks Explorer Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
**for more information or for signing up!\*\***
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the Ticket amount when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
The story of historic Little India is a true Toronto success story, a unique look at a neighbourhood and the people who call it home. But the story is not always a happy one. Like all other areas in Toronto, Little India started out as a purely English - Anglican area and was repeatedly changed as other immigrants opted to leave the security of the downtown core for outer areas.
With the opening of the Naaz theatre in 1972, the community that became Little India started to take shape, but in Toronto the forces that developed communities were different in that part of the city sandwiched between Leslieville to the south, and Greektown to the north.
With a strictly Anglo-Saxon pro-British community entrenched for over 100 years, now changing to include south Asians, the area was seen as a rather depressed area, or an area in transition, and violence was an unfortunate part of life. Racial tensions increased dramatically with the influx of south Asians.
But by the 1980s and 1990s the district had found its feet, and Little India was a popular Toronto district and tourist attraction, with visitors pouring in from around the world to partake of the richness. A true cultural enclave in Toronto! A fascinating history and a fascinating community awaits! This tour has been revised a few times to add more historic information to the walk, it has been revised once again for 2026 with new landmarks and stories attached. Should be a fascinating walk!
This walk is for all fitness levels. The meeting place for our walking adventure is on the southwest corner of Greenwood Avenue and Gerrard Street East!
This tour has a ticket price of $15.00 per person!
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the Ticket amount when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
Vegetarian trek for omnivores: Liberty Village to Kensington Market (9 km)
**Attendance policy is enforced for this hike** because it's a popular one. See below for details.
This one is for the vegetarians and vegans who have been missing out on past hikes. And meat-eaters who turn their nose at the mention of vegetables.
This hike will highlight restaurants that showcase vegetables in their natural glory. No vegetarian burgers or vegan cheese. After all, why eat poor imitations of meat when you can eat the real thing? Great vegetarian dishes should stand on their own.
The best variety, quality, and density of vegetarian food is at downtown. Starting from hipster Liberty Village, we'll make our way to hippie Kensington Market. We'll pass by a veritable mix of Chinese, Indian, Italian, Jamaican, Lebanese, Vietnamese (and more) restaurants, each with their own take on veg food.
This hike ends at an Indian-inspired vegan restaurant in Toronto. Guarantee your spot at our [companion event](https://www.meetup.com/hike-to-eat/events/313789223/).
**Highlights**
1. Southwest corner of King and Atlantic (depart 10:45am)
2. Thindi Cafe
3. Garrison Common
4. Simit and Chai
5. The Roasted Nut
6. Roti Mahal
7. Waterworks Food Hall (depart 12pm, centre south exit)
8. Victoria Memorial Square
9. Annalakshmi
10. Bestco Fresh Foods
11. Georgian House
12. Aux Merveilleux de Fred
13. Toronto City Hall (depart 1pm)
14. VegeDelight
15. Aaha Truly South
16. FIKA Cafe
17. Mochi Mochi Cafe
18. The Cottage Cheese / Hawker
19. Robert Street Cookies / Fresca (arrive 1:50pm)
**Neighbourhoods**
Liberty Village > West Queen West > Fashion District > Entertainment DIstrict > Chinatown > Kensington Market
**Map**
[https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1SioIGK9x_ux8mSzUJ6jaHoCwJV6CPEg&usp=sharing](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1SioIGK9x_ux8mSzUJ6jaHoCwJV6CPEg&usp=sharing)
**How it works**
Hike starts punctually. Late or can't do the whole route? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints.
We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. See the route in advance, organize takeout, then pickup along the way.
Not sure what to try? Join our vegetarian omakase for $5, which gives a tiny sample from different restaurants. Vegan option subject to demand. Payment on the day of event by cash or e-transfer to globaltorontoeats@gmail.com. No refunds after orders are placed. Details of sampled food will be uploaded after the hike.
Limited cutlery provided. Highly recommended to bring cutlery and containers for omakase and bringing back leftovers.
See our [About section](https://www.meetup.com/hike-to-eat/) for more info.
**Attendance policy**
Please check in with an organizer when you arrive. 24 hours before the hike, we'll note down who is on the confirmed list. Those that don't show up will be marked as no-show. Repeat offenders will be banned. Please change your RSVP if you can no longer attend.
If you got off the waitlist less than 24 hours before the event, you won't be considered a no-show.
Winter Walk Finch West Return Via G Ross Lord Park
10.5 km winter walk at 4 km per hour pace (or faster by consensus) We walk East along Finch Corridor Trail to G Ross Lord park. Sunday March 08, 2026, 12 PM to 4 PM.
1 PM Meet at Finch West Station
1 PM to 2 PM: Dine at Caribbean Heat, 1300 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M3J 3K2, [(416) 739-6600](https://www.google.com/search?q=caribbean+heat&rlz=1C1RXMK_enCA1182CA1182&ie=UTF-8&lqi=Cg5jYXJpYmJlYW4gaGVhdCIDiAEBSOTXyMnlgICACFoYEAAQARgAGAEiDmNhcmliYmVhbiBoZWF0kgEUY2FyaWJiZWFuX3Jlc3RhdXJhbnQ#), Menu: [caribbeanheat.ca](http://caribbeanheat.ca/)
2 PM to 5 PM: walk East along Finch Corridor Trail to G Ross Lord park. Return to Finch West Station.
Route Map with GPX download:
https://www.komoot.com/tour/2774816588
Wear loose fitting winter clothing: coat, hat, gloves, snow pants, thick socks, waterproof thermal lined boots with non slip soles. If necessary put warmers in your gloves and boots. Bring water.
Chris 647 453 3327
TOPHATs Little Portugal to Trinity Bellwoods Art Crawl
Join Lawrence, your top hatted host, for a discover walk along Dundas West to Ossington and Trinity Bellwoods Park.
We will meet-up at The Loveless Cafe for a beverage at 10:30 am.
This relaxed spot with rustic decor serving compact cafe menu, coffee, tea & craft beers.
http://thelovelesscafe.ca/
1430 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1Y5
At 11 am, we will wander over to the Stephen Bulgar gallery to check-out this exhibition space dedicated to photography, showing work by established & rising artists.
We will see Mehdi Dandi's *Afterimage*, which examines how photography, memory, and migration are closely connected.
If you are a lover of coffee table books or just love photography, then Stephen's store will have what you are looking for.
http://www.bulgergallery.com/
1356 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1Y2
At 11:30, we will cross the street, at the lights, to the Atelier Next Door Gallery.
Presenting emerging and established artists, both local and international, the gallery has become part of Toronto’s evolving cultural fabric.
https://and1357.com/
1357 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1Y3
Then we will head East towards Ossington Avenue.
Take note of the soooo many eclectic stores along this route that you will want to come back to visit.
Our next stop is Plaza Bolivar at the North entrance of Trinity Bellwoods Park.
Simón José Antonio de la Santísima Trinidad Bolívar Palacios Ponte y Blanco[c] (24 July 1783 – 17 December 1830) was a Venezuelan military officer and statesman who led what are currently the countries of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela to independence from the Spanish Empire. He is known colloquially as El Libertador, or the Liberator of America.
We will walk into the park on a paved walkway to the grand dame of St. Hilda's College, which was one of the first schools offering women higher education in Toronto.
https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=259711
Our last stop, has us exciting at the Western gates onto the scenic Lobb Avenue, to the Youngplace, a creative hub.
https://youngplace.ca/
180 Shaw St, Toronto, ON M6J 2W5
We will be visiting Koffler Arts, which is a multi-disciplinary arts platform that celebrates Jewish artistic voices within a diverse and exploratory framework of contemporary expression.
Glorious Catastrophe by Gillian Iles, delves into the chaos of the current moment by exploring paradoxical themes of devastation, wonder, precarity, power, dereliction, and glory.
https://www.kofflerarts.org/whatson/exhibitions/exhibition/glorious-catastrophe-gillian-iles
Blessed and Highly Favoured by Kalmplex, curated by David Liss
For over 20 years, Kalmplex has been a ubiquitous fixture at art exhibitions, music shows, festivals, and cultural events across Toronto, documenting the scene with his camera, performing as a DJ, painting live, and exhibiting in galleries and alternative venues.
Afterwards, if you are needing a beer like I will, we will head over to Ossington to Bellwoods Brewery for some crafty goodness.
https://bellwoodsbrewery.com/
124 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z5
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Nature Photo Walk
Join WQC on April 25th from 11am-1pm at Inniswood Metro Park for a Nature Photo Walk. All types of cameras welcome! Let's enjoy spring to the fullest... 🌻🌼🌷🐤
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).
Griggs Reservoir Walk: Wyandot Park to Griggs Dam and Back
We'll meet at Wyandot Park, cross Riverside Dr at Lane Rd, then walk south along the water to Griggs Park and back — 4.8 miles total.
A scenic out-and-back route along the Scioto River. One of the nicer stretches of trail in Columbus.
Parking is available at Wyandot Park, off Lane Rd.
Here's an overview of the route on Google Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/uqweEoi6vcpY4esTA
All paces welcome. See you there.
Hike Blacklick Woods and The Canopy. Optional lunch after.
Over time I'm hoping to organize a hike to all the Franklin County Metro Parks. This is the first one so if you're interested jump in!
We'll start with the Canopy Walk, a cool feature of this park. Climb 100 stairs to the top - or take the elevator if stairs aren't your thing. At the top there are a bunch of things to play on - a rope bridge, a fireman pole that we can slide down - and more! About fifteen minutes there and we'll head to the natural trail, Buttonbush, Maple and Beech Trail for 2.2 miles then do a 1.7 mile loop on the paved Greenway Trail. We'll be passing our cars as we transition if you only want to do the first loop, or the second loop. Pace of around 3.5 mph but no one left behind.
If there is an interest we can grab lunch nearby afterward.

























