Evergreen Brickworks Nature Hike

Join us for a spring hike to Evergreen Brickworks as we document early spring! We'll explore the Ravine Beltline Trail and the Brickworks park, learning to identify plants and animals using the iNaturalist app.

While our focus will be on spotting and identifying plants, we might also encounter some amazing wildlife such as birds, turtles, or even beavers! Most importantly, during the hike, we’ll upload our observations to iNaturalist and contribute to the City Nature Challenge of Toronto (Click Here for more info).

Identifying plants and animals through iNaturalist is a fun and useful skill, and a great way to get involved in citizen science that contributes to real-world research and conservation. All you need to bring is your phone and your curiosity for nature!

Let's Hike T.O. is a hiking community open to everyone with a focus on newcomers, people of colour, and young adults.  All are welcome on our walks!

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Start Point: Castle Frank Subway Station [Google Maps Link] - We will set off at 10:00 am. Plan to arrive at the start point at 9:45 am sharp as we aren't able to wait for latecomers. 

End Point: Castle Frank Subway Station [Google Maps Link]

Length: 7 km

Pace of hike: 3.5 km per hour - Relaxed

Difficulty: Beginner

Terrain Type: Mostly flat with some steep inclines; some areas might be muddy.

Dog-friendly: (MUST remain on leash) Yes

Family-friendly: (suitable for young people 17 and under) Yes

Stroller-friendly: (paved trails accessible for strollers) No

Requiring hiking boots: Not Required

Requiring walking poles: Not Required

What To Expect:

Hike leader: Meng (she/her)

Registration fee: $5 + service fee though if you cannot afford it, please contact us at letshiketo@gmail.com to request a complimentary registration based on your circumstance.

Limited tickets: This hike is restricted to 30 registrants. Tickets will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis, are non-refundable and can’t be transferred to future events.

Pre-hike email: Registrants will receive additional details by email the day before the hike, such as what to bring on the day, what to wear, etc.

Weather precautions: The hike will take place regardless of rain, wind, or snow so please dress accordingly! We will only cancel or postpone the hike if weather conditions are considered extreme or dangerous, in which case registered hikers will be informed 48 hours in advance.

Questions? Email LetsHikeTO@gmail.com