This October, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) invites everyone to dive into a season full of adventure!
Participants can experience thrilling Halloween events, discover the secrets behind salmon migration, immerse themselves in stunning fall foliage, meet the real Toronto raptors, and so much more!
FREE EVENTS
Saving Seeds
Learn how to save seeds from native species and discover what they need to survive, from storage to propagation.
Get to know the native plant species of Southern Ontario during a guided hike as you forage for seeds to take home!
Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Rouge Woods Community Centre, 110 Shirley Drive, Richmond Hill, ON
Salmon Adventure at Morningside Park
Explore Highland Creek and discover the adventures of salmon and their incredible journey on this fun, family-friendly nature walk!
Learn all about the life cycle of salmon, their annual migration, and the ongoing efforts to help them thrive in the waters of the GTA.
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time: Choose from two time slots – 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Morningside Park, 390 Morningside Avenue, Scarborough, ON
Fall Community Planting at Downsview Park
Join TRCA for a rewarding day at the picturesque Downsview Park, and help to make a positive impact on the health and beauty of a local green space.
Volunteers will immerse themselves in nature while working together to plant shrubs and trees.
Date: Sunday, October 20, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Location: Downsview Park, 70 Canuck Avenue, North York, ON
Fall Community Planting at Tommy Thompson Park
Get outside for a fall planting, and learn all about Tommy Thompson Park – Toronto’s urban wilderness.
Help plant native shrubs that support birds, bees, butterflies, and beyond! Enjoy an introduction to local plant species, and help preserve and protect the environment.
Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Tommy Thompson Park, 1 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON
FAMILY FUN
Fall Colours at Kortright
Enjoy a self-guided walk through the beautiful mixed hardwood forests at Kortright Centre for Conservation to experience the vibrant fall colors at their peak.
The Kortright Education team will be on hand to share insights about nature in the fall.
Included with your general admission to Kortright Centre.
Dates: October 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 26, and 27, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Drive, Vaughan, ON
Kreepy Kortright
Celebrate the Halloween spirit with spooky activities at Kortright Centre. Discover a haunted house, a frightening forest walk, a roaring bonfire, and more.
Dates: October 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, and 27, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Drive, Vaughan, ON
Home School Workshop: Halloween Traditions
Discover the origins of all your favorite Halloween traditions at this workshop for home schoolers and learning pods!
Learn the history of jack-o’-lanterns, trick-or-treating, and more. Get into the spooky spirit with activities, games, and crafts.
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: The Village at Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, ON
Halloween at The Village
The Village at Black Creek invites families for a Halloween adventure filled with eerie activities and spine-tingling fun.
Enjoy trick-or-treating, take part in a slimy science show, delve into the mysteries of witchcraft, and more.
Dates: October 19, 20, 26, and 27, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Location: The Village at Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, ON
Family Haunts and Howls
Join us for some frightful family fun at The Nature Centre at Bruce’s Mill. Enjoy a forest hike, pumpkin carving, and creepy crafting. No tricks – but there will be treats, including hot chocolate and cider, and sweet snacks.
Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: The Nature Centre at Bruce’s Mill, 3291 Stouffville Road, Stouffville, ON
WORKSHOPS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS
Birds of Prey Workshop
Join Wild Ontario‘s naturalists for an evening all about birds of prey! Meet live birds of prey, then venture onto the trails at Kortright Centre to see if you can spot nocturnal owls in their natural habitat.
Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Drive, Vaughan, ON
The Real Toronto Raptors
Explore the fascinating world of raptors. Enjoy an up-close encounter with hawks, owls, falcons, and other birds of prey native to this region.
Gain insight into the lives of these magnificent hunters, their role in the ecosystem, and the conservation efforts that are helping to protect them.
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Downsview Park, 70 Canuck Avenue, North York, ON
Fabric Painting Art Lesson
Join us for an art lesson on wardrobe painting, and learn how to transform old, worn-out clothes into unique, nature-inspired pieces of art!
Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of the Claireville trail for inspiration, and capture your version of nature’s splendor on your clothing.
Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Claireville Conservation Area, 8180 Highway 50, Brampton, ON