TFN - Walks

Our Walks

Guests are welcome at our events but we ask you to adhere to our guidelines (below).

Groups should contact us in advance for permission to join a walk since some of our volunteer leaders may not be comfortable leading a large group and our walks sometimes traverse sensitive areas that can be unsuitable for larger groups.

Receiving full information about walks in the newsletter is a benefit of membership. We publicize information on about 2 walks per month as a benefit to the general public who might want to join us.

You may reach us at 416-593-2656 or via email. We are staffed by volunteers so it may take a few days to receive a response. If you are enquiring about a weekend walk please contact us before noon on Friday to ensure you get a timely response.

Helpful Information

Make the most of your walk by using these resources:

Guidelines for Participants

TFN walks are conducted by unpaid volunteers. Guests are welcome on our walks but are asked to comply with our guidelines:

Read the Naturalists' Code of Ethics.
Outings go rain or shine. Check the weather to know what to wear.
Wear non-slip walking shoes or hiking boots for walking on trails that may be muddy, steep or uneven. In the winter, consider Icers for your boots.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you plan to bring a stroller, be aware that there may be steps or other unsuitable terrain.
Stay on the paths behind the leader.
Please do not bring pets.
Do not pick or collect specimens.
Do not litter.

Resources for Leaders

Upcoming Walks

March 2010

Wed, Feb. 3 • SHERWOOD PARK

Wed, Mar. 3 • CENTRAL RAVINES – Nature & History

Sat, Mar. 6 • A.G.O. AREA – Nature Arts

Sun, Mar. 7 • LECTURE: Towards a Bar-coded World

Wed, Mar. 10 • COLONEL SAMUEL SMITH PARK – Birds

Sat, Mar. 13 10:00 am • HIGH PARK – Trees & Birds

Leader: Joanne Doucette. Explore High Park's trees and birds. Meet at the main entrance to High Park at Bloor St. W. and High Park Ave. Bring lunch, binoculars, field guide. Hills, some stairs. Washrooms on site.

Thurs, Mar. 18 • PORT UNION WATERFRONT TRAIL – Nature & Birds

Sat, Mar. 20 • LESLIE STREET SPIT – Birds

Sun, Mar. 21 2:00 pm • WATER & ENERGY – Lost Rivers

Leaders: John Wilson and Helen Mills. Meet at the northeast corner of Queen St. W. and University Ave. Follow the Water and Energy walk described at www.thirstycitywalks.ca and discover the close relationship between water consumption and energy use. A joint walk with Toronto Green Community and RiverSides.

Thurs, Mar. 25 • HUMBER BAY PARK EAST – Birds

Sat, Mar. 27 • PINE HILLS CEMETERY – Trees

Tues, Mar. 30 • SHERWOOD PARK – Urban Issues