If you’re a bird and waterfowl fan, you’ll love exploring and hiking at Cootes Paradise in Hamilton, Ontario. It’s one of our local hiking destinations, just at about the border of Hamilton and Burlington. You can see Cootes Paradise – a wide expanse of water surrounded by wooded shorelines – as you drive into Hamilton from Burlington on the Thomas B. McQuesten High Level Bridge…
When you’re hiking with little kids, everything changes. Gone are the quiet moments, listening to the woods around you. You no longer can just stop and take a moment to look at wildlife, because there’s a little noisy companion that likes to scare them away. The enthusiasm and love of exploring can make for an interesting nature quest when you’ve got a toddler or little…
We’re blessed to live so close to Bronte Creek Provincial Park. This urban provincial park is a haven for nature lovers, seeking a break from concrete and asphalt. Bronte Creek Provincial Park can only be described as an island in the sea of suburbia. Situated in the Golden Horseshoe, the 1690 acres park was designated a provincial park in 1972 by the Ontario Ministry of Natural…
Being prepared for all that life throws at you gives you a sense of confidence. You can take on the world and survive. Lately there’s been much talk about EDC, but what is Every Day Carry, and why should you always carry it with you? What Is EDC? Recently, I have been thinking about what EDC entails. It essentially is gadgets, instruments or devices that…
You may think that a quick walk in the woods for a couple of hours means you don’t need to be prepared. But this is farther from the truth. Even if you’re taking a short walk on a trail, there are things you need to pack for day hikes. We like to keep it light. Nobody wants to be lugging around a heavy backpack on a…
We love exploring Colpoys Bay – so much so, that we’ve done so about four times now. Why, you may ask? Mostly because it’s a quiet area with cottages lining the shoreline, with a winding road that few people take. It’s a GREAT drive, with a small parkette along the way, where we always like to stop for a picnic. Add to the fact that…
Since I was the age of 13, I’ve hiked and enjoyed Conservation Halton Parks. They offer many outdoor activities such as, boating, cross-country skiing, fishing, hiking and so much more. The best part is they are located just a short distance from major population centers. Conservation Halton owns and operates six main conservation areas. Crawford Lake Conservation Area Crawford Lake Conservation Area has a special…
Whenever I visit Inglis Falls near Owen Sound, I appreciate the beauty of the cedars and limestone. It is one of the most beautiful and interesting waterfalls in Ontario. Visiting Inglis Falls at any time of the year is always an awesome experience. The waterfall is located south-west of the City of Owen Sound, where the Sydenham River meets the edge of the Niagara Escarpment.…
I had driven by an area east of Highway 10 many times on my travels around Ontario, but never really stopped to check it out. Heading out on a day trip we went exploring Mono Ontario. Located just north of Caledon and northeast of Orangeville, Ontario it is nestled in mostly rolling and tree-covered hills. It’s a part of the Hills and Headwaters area of…
Recently, I had an opportunity to take part in a Tour of Burlington with Tourism Burlington. The days activities included a visit with a guided tour to Ireland House in Burlington. Ireland House is part of the Museums of Burlington which also includes Joseph Brant Museum. I believe the rich history of this city is one of the reasons why its a charming place to…