TFN offers our members over 100 Guided Walks each year, led by knowledgeable volunteers who enjoy sharing their passion for nature. Walks happen year round, all days of the week, in all areas of the city, and cater to a wide range of comfort and fitness levels. A variety of themes are represented: nature & ecology, birding, history, geology, and many others. Members are always welcome to bring guests!
August Walks for Members (full details in members-only area)
- Sat, Aug 1 – Moutray Stream/Subway Series
- Thurs, Aug 6 – Buried Rivers in The Beach (public)
- Tues, Aug 11 – Exploring the Brickworks
- Wed, Aug 12 – St James Cemetery (public)
- Thurs, Aug 13 – Sketching Evening at High Park’s Grenadier Café
- Fri, Aug 14 – Cottonwood Flats Moth Night 3
- Wed, Aug 19 – Awe Walk
- Sat, Aug 29 – East Don Parklands Nature Walk
We also offer public walks which are posted below.
Next Public Walks
Public Walk: Cottonwood Flats Nature & Restoration WalkDate: Aug 08, 2026 @ 10:00Meeting Location: 44 Beechwood Dr - Join Toronto Field Naturalists’ president Lynn Miller on a tour through Cottonwood Flats to hear about the history of this once industrial site, how it has been converted much-loved parkland, Read More
Public Walk – St James CemeteryDate: Aug 12, 2026 @ 10:00Meeting Location: St James's Cemetery - Join us on Wednesday, August 12th at 10:00 am for a 2-3-hour, 6 km circular nature and heritage walk along mostly paved surfaces with some gentle slopes. Some stairs. Registration Read MoreOutings Etiquette
- Please follow our Naturalist’s Code of Ethics on outings to minimize our impact on nature.
- Photographers, please read our Ethical Nature Photography Best Practices.
- Dogs are not allowed on TFN outings, apart from leashed registered service dogs.
- Please let the walk leader know if you are leaving a walk early.
Cancellation Policy
An outing will be cancelled if there is a 70% or higher chance of thunderstorm or if other hazardous weather arises. See our full cancellation policy here.
Tips for warm-weather walks:
- Hiking boots or running shoes will keep you steady on uneven ground.
- Long pants can protect your legs from thistles, poison ivy and ticks.
- Bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent and your cell phone.
- Check yourself for ticks after the walk.