The Hamilton, Ontario area has some great hiking trails that are free to the public and not overly used. For a nice change from the packed Halton-region conservation areas and trails, Crooks Hollow Conservation Area near Dundas, Ontario is a…
Hamilton, Ontario is known for its steel factories and gritty neighbourhoods, undergoing a recent renaissance. It’s also known for its numerous waterfalls including the very popular Webster Falls and Tew Falls. A few years ago, when I originally wrote about…
Taking photos in the morning light is magic. So when our photographer friend, Mark, suggested we do a photography lesson at Mount Nemo Conservation Area on an early summer morning, we jumped at the opportunity. Mark loves to take photos…
Want to get a shot of the elusive cardinal? Or have an opportunity to feed chickadees? Check out cranes in their natural habitat rather than the zoo? A visit to …
It’s a victim of its beauty: when you’re visiting the Grotto at Tobermory, you’re bound to experience crowds. The same is true of hiking the Cyprus Lake Trail at Bruce Peninsula National Park. What do you do when you encounter…
Any time you’re near Tobermory, Ontario it’s worth taking a break to stretch your legs for a short hike while visiting Bruce Peninsula National Park. When we do our crazy day trips to explore the Bruce Peninsula, we often pop…
