Weekday Hikes

Ready to sweat it out on the hills? Join us for a HIIT-style hill training hike This hike is part of the **HikeFit Series**, a collection of fitness-focused hikes designed to build strength, endurance, and overall hiking fitness. We’ll challenge you with steep climbs, rugged terrain, and a high-intensity workout. This isn’t a fast-paced hike, but it is **intense**. We’ll tackle multiple **very steep hills** in intervals, with plenty of chances to catch your breath, recover, or skip hills if needed. This hike is designed for intermediate hikers, but it’s **beginner-friendly** since you can skip as many hills as you need. It’s perfect for anyone looking to **get stronger, improve endurance, and boost their hiking fitness** at their own pace. **Weather-Dependent Notice:** The hike is a go, **(light)** rain or shine; However, if there's a risk of excessive mud making the hills too slippery, the hike will be canceled with around 24 hours’ notice. **Distance & Duration:** * **Length of hike:** \~4 km * **Event duration:** \~1.5 hours * **Trail maps:** Random hill at Earl Bales park * **Difficulty level:** L3 (Level 3/Moderate) * Terrain: L4 * Pace: L2 * Distance: L1 **What to Bring:** * **Water:** 1\~2 liters * **Extras:** Hiking pole (Highly recommended) * **Required Gear:** Hiking boots or Trail Runners with good grip, Headlamp, and [Microspikes](https://kahtoola.com/traction/microspikes-footwear-traction/?srsltid=AfmBOoqq-URDFRgNAISoLYH1l1cSLKeXOTSuU6EqUC6VupfLNZAGRg8P) **Costs:** * **Member Event fee:** FREE EVENT **Travel Coordination:** * No Travel Coordination for this Event, Meeting at Starting Point **Event Guidelines:** * **Punctuality,** Please arrive on time so we can start promptly. We won't be able to wait for more than 5min past the start time * **Pack out everything you bring** (including nut shells, fruit peels, etc.) to help keep our trails clean. * **RSVP:** Only those marked as “Going” and have confirmed travel details (if requested) are eligible to attend the event. * If your **plans change** and you are no longer able to attend, please update your RSVP as soon as possible. * **No-shows** without prior communication may result in removal from future events. * **Weather Considerations** The hike is a go (light) **rain or shine**, so please be prepared for the conditions. for example, If it’s expected to rain, waterproof gear (like a jacket or shoes) * **Pets:** please check with the organizer for details before bringing your pet. Looking forward to seeing you on the trail

Play some beach and meet cool people

Toptracer Winter Golf League @ The Docks Overview Weekly 9-hole Toptracer Virtual Golf League — runs all winter. Men’s and Women’s divisions. $50 Docks Gift Card to weekly low gross in each division (requires ≥10 entrants; rolls over if not met). $200 monthly Gift Card for ≥25 total entrants (rolls over if not met). All scoring is automatic via Toptracer leaderboard — no manual scorecards. Starting 5 November 2025 17:30 - 9 November 2025 23:59 weekly Wednesday to Sunday Regular Driving range rates apply (rates posted at www.thedocks.com)

MeetUp Point: 55 Twyn Rivers Drive I love the Rouge and I also love to sleep in! So this weeks hike is close by and on **Saturday** to give everyone a chance to sleep in on Sunday. We have had a busy February and even leaders need some r&r. Join us for an iconic **Saturday hike** for a looped hike in this treasured green space where there is a variety of green space and nice challenges. Near the rivers it can be extremely icy so while spring is upon us, make sure you come with crampons please!

**Hello Hikers,** Ah the Ides of March, not quite, but this coming Saturday February 28th, and thankfully not a date associated with misfortune and doom. we walk more than hike. What’s up with that you ask? Nothing, it’s a change of pace a **brisk one**. We are going to do the Leslie St. Spit, more commonly known as Tommy Thompson Park, who incidentally is credited worldwide with the saying **“Please Walk on the Grass”** This is a classic out-and-back, 5.5 km to the lighthouse point and back for a total of 11 km. It’s paved, level, and straight all the way with little unpaved side finger trails if we so choose. No way to get lost unless you decide to swim to St. Catherines, or the island airport, catch the next flight out to the Caribbean and stowaway in the hold of a cargo jet. Far from boring, the views are spectacular so be prepared for many Kodak moments, it’s a photographer’s delight. The park is a nature reserve, so keep your eyes open for wildlife. Marty the Mink lives there. Lake Ontario on both sides, open water in one direction and Toronto’s skyline in the other. Runners are welcome to run the route if they wish. Icers likely won’t be necessary, but bring them just in case. Trail runners will be perfect if conditions allow — especially if you feel inspired to **“Run, Forest, Run.”** **Meet at 10:00** at the park entrance. Free parking and free entrance. Carpooling is available to those who want to be chauffeured in style. "Champagne wishes and caviar dreams." Bring your water and lunch. The address is 1-3 Leslie St. Toronto, ON M4M 3M9 [https://www.google.ca/maps/place/43%C2%B039'08.4%22N+79%C2%B019'22.7%22W/@43.652346,-79.3235232,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.6523449!4d-79.3229761](https://www.google.ca/maps/place/43%C2%B039'08.4%22N+79%C2%B019'22.7%22W/@43.652346,-79.3235232,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.6523449!4d-79.3229761 "https://www.google.ca/maps/place/43%C2%B039'08.4%22N+79%C2%B019'22.7%22W/@43.652346,-79.3235232,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.6523449!4d-79.3229761") The views for this walk are **unbe-*leaf*-able**. Looking forward to seeing everyone out there. Hike leader for this week Gadi 416.720.2800

🌸International Women’s Day Urban Hike🌸 Come join a special urban hike in celebration of International Women’s Day a day to honour the strength, resilience, and connection of women. Meet your fellow Toronto Hiking Moms and enjoy a relaxed walk through High Park, with space to connect, breathe, and move together. This will be a mom’s only event. No kiddos. We’ll begin at the entrance of High Park (Bloor St W & High Park Ave), make our way through the park, and pause for a short guided walking forest bathing meditation. From there, we’ll continue along Howard Park toward our final stop: The Commoner – 2067 Dundas St W Stay for lunch, a drink, or simply good conversation—whatever feels right for you. You are responsible for your own purchase of lunch/drink. ✨ Details: • Distance: \~4 km • All ages welcome • Optional lunch/social after the hike This is a beautiful opportunity to meet other women, build community, and get some fresh air and movement into your day. Not staying for lunch? No problem—you’re absolutely welcome to join just for the hike. Bring water, dress for the weather and come celebrate women with me. See you in the park. 🌸💙 Disclaimer: By attending Toronto Hiking Moms events, you accept all risks associated with outdoor activities and take full responsibility for yourself and your child(ren), if applicable. Toronto Hiking Moms is not liable for any injuries or damages. By marking “attending,” you agree to this disclaimer.

Scouting trip on QEW (**Day hike only**, not overnight) - basically we will follow the Ganaraska trail until we hit Sheldon lake. Around 4-5 KM 1 way (1-2 hours). I've done this trail before in the Winter, but it's probably been 10+ years. \- https://www\.alltrails\.com/trail/canada/ontario/sheldon\-lake\-via\-ganaraska\-devil\-s\-lake Meeting point is Devil's Lake Access point - 1115 Devil's Lake Road. Assumes that the weather does get warmer by March and non-SUV /4 wheel vehicles can access the parking lot, which presumably is unmaintained. This also means no registration / parking fees needed. **The weather will still be cold in March.** Anyone interested ensure you have the right gear to stay warm and for hiking and bring your own breakfast / lunch. **You are responsible for your own safety.** Unless things change, I'm planning on taking my 4.5 year old daughter along as a weekend outdoor activity, so beginners are welcome and we will likely go slow. 1 - Mainly hike along the trail and see the conditions for future overnight backpacking trip. 2 - If there is time, explore the different camp sites along the lake to see which would be best for a future trip and for different group sizes.

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. If trail conditions are poor, we will use the Multipurpose Path.

Hike approx 4.0 miles at approx. 18 minute mile pace. Meet in front of the Nature Center.