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Trip Overview

Most of us will have Labour Day off and we've planned a local adventure for the occasion.

Most Torontonians are probably unaware that the area around the Don river has 80km of trails, many of which are hidden and absolutely teeming with life. For this hike, we'll have a fully guided tour from our guide and nature expert Jon who'll be pointing out the different trees and wildlife as you make your way through 13km of trails. It's also a great time for finding mushrooms so you can expect to learn more about different fungi as you go.

This trip is fully accessible by public transit and leashed dogs are allowed with pre-approval. Send a message on discord to discuss!

Adventure Details

We'll all meet at the trailhead dead on 10 before heading off on the hike. We've shared a map for you to follow but we may adjust it according to what's interesting as we go. Hikes with Jon are awesome learning experiences as he has so much knowledge about and passion for the nature that we'll see around us.

The hike itself is easy enough, on dirt trails through the forested Don Valley. There may be mountain bikers at some point so just look out for them! We'll be going at a pretty leisurely pace and stopping for lunch along the route.

Itinerary

10:00: Meet at this parking lot at ErnestThomas Seton Park. It's accessible by public transport and city bike!

PLEASE NOTE - We'll be leaving dead on 10:15 whether you've made it or not so please be on time!

10:15 - 15:00: Hike, stopping for lunch on the way

15:00: Head back home

Custom Map Download

Download Map

This custom map is georeferenced, meaning it will show you where you are on the map in the right software and lays out the rough path that we’ll be following. It’s opened with the Avenza app which must be downloaded and installed in advance of the adventure.

You should also download the What3words app - this makes it easy to share and find locations in the unlikely event that you get lost.

Weather Forecast

Toasty!

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What to Bring

  • Dress for the warm weather and sun
  • A hat and sunscreen
  • Hiking boots or shoes with good grip
  • Plenty of water
  • Hiking poles if you'll find them helpful
  • If you have binoculars, bring them!

Food

  • Bring a packed lunch to have in the park.

Rented Gear Info

Additional Fees/Reservations

Dangers and Mitigation

  • Watch out for bikers!
  • It's hot, make sure you're dressed appropriately, apply sunscreen and drink plenty of water

Shared Photo Album

Click on the button to share your photos from the trip and see what others have captured. Please note, we may use your photos on our Instagram. If you'd rather we didn't - let us know in the Discord.
Google Photo Album

Guest Waiver

Those bringing guests will need them to complete this waiver in advance.

Indigenous History of the Area

We like to share some of the indigenous background of the areas we visit because these territories have rich histories that are easy to overlook. Indigenous communities have a connection to and respect for the land that has largely been lost since European settlement. As we strive to form a deeper connection with the land, we have much to learn from these communities. You can use the Native Land map to learn more about these areas.

Toronto has a particularly long and varied indigenous history, groups who maintain connections to the land include:

  1. The Anishinaabe: This includes the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Algonquin peoples. They have lived in the region for centuries and continue to have a presence in the area.
  2. The Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy: This includes the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora nations. They have historical connections to the land around Toronto.
  3. The Huron-Wendat: They were once the primary inhabitants of the Toronto area before being displaced by European colonization and other Indigenous groups. The Huron-Wendat nation now resides in Wendake, Quebec, but maintains a historical connection to Toronto.
  4. The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation: This is a Mississauga Ojibwe First Nation located near Brantford, Ontario. They have treaty rights and historical connections to the land that is now the city of Toronto.
  5. The Métis: The Métis people, who are of mixed Indigenous and European ancestry, also have connections to the region.

Trip Overview

Most of us will have Labour Day off and we've planned a local adventure for the occasion.

Most Torontonians are probably unaware that the area around the Don river has 80km of trails, many of which are hidden and absolutely teeming with life. For this hike, we'll have a fully guided tour from our guide and nature expert Jon who'll be pointing out the different trees and wildlife as you make your way through 13km of trails. It's also a great time for finding mushrooms so you can expect to learn more about different fungi as you go.

This trip is fully accessible by public transit and leashed dogs are allowed with pre-approval. Send a message on discord to discuss!

Adventure Details

We'll all meet at the trailhead dead on 10 before heading off on the hike. We've shared a map for you to follow but we may adjust it according to what's interesting as we go. Hikes with Jon are awesome learning experiences as he has so much knowledge about and passion for the nature that we'll see around us.

The hike itself is easy enough, on dirt trails through the forested Don Valley. There may be mountain bikers at some point so just look out for them! We'll be going at a pretty leisurely pace and stopping for lunch along the route.

Itinerary

10:00: Meet at this parking lot at ErnestThomas Seton Park. It's accessible by public transport and city bike!

PLEASE NOTE - We'll be leaving dead on 10:15 whether you've made it or not so please be on time!

10:15 - 15:00: Hike, stopping for lunch on the way

15:00: Head back home

Custom Map Download

Download Map

This custom map is georeferenced, meaning it will show you where you are on the map in the right software and lays out the rough path that we’ll be following. It’s opened with the Avenza app which must be downloaded and installed in advance of the adventure.

You should also download the What3words app - this makes it easy to share and find locations in the unlikely event that you get lost.

Weather Forecast

Toasty!

What to Bring

  • Dress for the warm weather and sun
  • A hat and sunscreen
  • Hiking boots or shoes with good grip
  • Plenty of water
  • Hiking poles if you'll find them helpful
  • If you have binoculars, bring them!

Food

  • Bring a packed lunch to have in the park.

Rented Gear Info

Additional Fees/Reservations

Dangers and Mitigation

  • Watch out for bikers!
  • It's hot, make sure you're dressed appropriately, apply sunscreen and drink plenty of water

Shared Photo Album

Click on the button to share your photos from the trip and see what others have captured. Please note, we may use your photos on our Instagram. If you'd rather we didn't - let us know in the Discord.
Google Photo Album

Guest Waiver

Those bringing guests will need them to complete this waiver in advance.

Indigenous History of the Area

We like to share some of the indigenous background of the areas we visit because these territories have rich histories that are easy to overlook. Indigenous communities have a connection to and respect for the land that has largely been lost since European settlement. As we strive to form a deeper connection with the land, we have much to learn from these communities. You can use the Native Land map to learn more about these areas.

Toronto has a particularly long and varied indigenous history, groups who maintain connections to the land include:

  1. The Anishinaabe: This includes the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Algonquin peoples. They have lived in the region for centuries and continue to have a presence in the area.
  2. The Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy: This includes the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora nations. They have historical connections to the land around Toronto.
  3. The Huron-Wendat: They were once the primary inhabitants of the Toronto area before being displaced by European colonization and other Indigenous groups. The Huron-Wendat nation now resides in Wendake, Quebec, but maintains a historical connection to Toronto.
  4. The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation: This is a Mississauga Ojibwe First Nation located near Brantford, Ontario. They have treaty rights and historical connections to the land that is now the city of Toronto.
  5. The Métis: The Métis people, who are of mixed Indigenous and European ancestry, also have connections to the region.