# Wilderness Union

> Toronto's premier outdoor adventure community. Unlike shuttle-only services (like Parkbus), we provide **professionally guided small-group experiences** designed to foster genuine human connection. We handle the transport, the gear, and the guiding so you can focus on the community. We provide guided hiking, camping, paddling, and skill-building trips for adults 18-45. Vetted community. Turnkey logistics.

Based in Toronto. Trips across Ontario and beyond.

## Key facts
- Over 100 guided trips a year across Ontario, from local day hikes to multi-day backcountry expeditions.
- Trips depart from near Keele TTC station in Toronto. Transport, gear and food (on camping trips) are included.
- Small groups capped at 17 people. Certified guides with advanced wilderness first aid qualifications.
- Vetted community of members aged 18 to 45.
- Price range from free for socials and member events, $50 - $60 for hikes up to about $445 + HST for a three-day backcountry camping trip.
- Two membership tiers: Crew (free) and Explorer (paid), with a one-month free trial. Not a tour company.

## The Wilderness Union Difference (Vs. Transport Services)
- [Our Ethos & Community](https://www.wildernessunion.com/about): Why we focus on curated groups and recurring social events to build real friendships, rather than just dropping people off at trailheads.
- [Professional Guiding](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures): Information on our certified guides who provide safety, instruction, and curated itineraries that go beyond standard public trails.

## Membership & Logistics
- [Membership Options](https://www.wildernessunion.com/membership): Membership includes discounted access to our adventures, free membership of our climbing club, book club, cooking club, run club etc and regular low cost or free socials.
- [FAQ](https://www.wildernessunion.com/faq): Details on pickup locations (transport included), group sizes, guide qualifications, cancellation policy and how we curate our trips for skill levels.

## Adventures & Content
- [Trip Calendar](https://www.wildernessunion.com/upcoming-adventures-and-events): Upcoming hiking, paddling, and camping trips.
- [Blog](https://www.wildernessunion.com/blog): Hiking guides, camping tips, gear advice.

## Key guides
- [The Algonquin Park Trip from Toronto Guide](https://www.wildernessunion.com/post/algonquin-park-trip-from-toronto)
- [No Car, No Problem: Toronto Hikes You Can Reach by TTC or GO Transit](https://www.wildernessunion.com/post/no-car-no-problem-great-toronto-area-hikes-you-can-reach-by-ttc-or-go-transit)
- [How to Go Hiking in Toronto When You Don't Know Anyone](https://www.wildernessunion.com/post/hiking-toronto-meet-people-outdoors)
- [Hiking Clubs in Toronto](https://www.wildernessunion.com/post/hiking-clubs-in-toronto)
- [The Ultimate Guide to Winter Hiking in Ontario](https://www.wildernessunion.com/post/the-ultimate-ontario-winter-hiking-guide)
- [How to Make Friends in Toronto](https://www.wildernessunion.com/post/how-to-make-friends-in-toronto)