Toronto Field Naturalists  –  Enjoy and preserve nature with us!
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Tips for Winter Walks
  • Layered clothing is a must for winter hiking.
  • Make sure your head and hands are warm.
  • Wear warm non-slip boots and consider using Icers.
  • Stick together with the group.
  • A thermos with a hot drink is a good idea!
Our Walks
Guests are welcome at our events.
Receiving full information about walks 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. Groups should contact us in advance for permission to join a walk since since not all walks are suitable for larger groups.
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.
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.
  • 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. Do not pick or collect specimens.
  • Please do not bring pets.
Resources for Leaders
Upcoming Walks - January 2012

Sat, Jan 14 • TORONTO ISLANDS – Animal Tracks

Sun, Jan 15 at 2:00 pm • TODDLE DOWN THE TADDLE II – Lost Rivers

Leader: Helen Mills. Meet at the labyrinth south of the Holy Trinity Church entrance to the Eaton Centre. Goal is the Distillery District. A joint walk with the Toronto Green Community.

Wed, Jan 18 • DOWNTOWN TORONTO – Fauna & Flora in Sculpture and Architecture

Sat, Jan 21 at 1:00 pm • HUMBER BAY PARK EAST – Birds & Trees

Leader: Bob Kortright. Meet at the southwest corner of Lake Shore Blvd W at Park Lawn Rd for a circular walk. Bring binoculars.

Tues, Jan 24 • MOUNT PLEASANT CEMETERY – Trees

Sat, Jan 28 • UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO GREENHOUSES – Botany

February 2012

Wed, Feb 1 • SUNNYBROOK PARK – Birds & Plants in Winter

Sat, Feb 4 • THE BRICKWORKS – Nature Arts

Thurs, Feb 9 • HUMBER BAY PARK EAST – Birds

Leader: Wendy Rothwell. Meet at the southwest corner of Lake Shore Blvd W and Park Lawn Rd. Bring binoculars. Morning only.

Sat, Feb 11 • HIGH PARK – Oak Savannah in Winter

Wed, Feb 15 • LOWER SCARBOROUGH BLUFFS – Birds & Plants in Winter

Sat, Feb 18 at 1:00 pm • WOODBINE PARK & ASHBRIDGE BAY – Birds & Trees

Leader: Bob Kortright. Meet at the northwest corner of Northern Dancer Blvd and Lake Shore Blvd E. Bring binoculars. About 2 hours.

Sun, Feb 19 at 2:00 pm • EARTH, AIR, FIRE & WATER – Lost Rivers

Leaders: Helen Mills and Ian Wheal. Meet at southwest corner of Queen St E and Logan Ave. Investigate Consumers Gas explosion, air quality and soil contamination, booze, smuggling on Ashbridge's Bay. A joint walk with the Toronto Green Community.

Tues, Feb 21 • COLONEL SAMUEL SMITH PARK – Birds

Sat, Feb 25 • LEASIDE SPUR LINE – Nature as Bestowed & Planted

Tues, Feb 28 • ASHBRIDGE'S BAY – Winter Birds

Other Walks