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!
October Walks for Members
- Subway Series: Rainbow Stripes to Pin Stripes
- Seed collection in The Meadoway
- Mimico Creek, A Modest Ravine
- Colourful Trees, River and Garden
- Humber Marshes Tree ID (Register here)
- Small’s Creek
- Annual Hurricane Hazel Commemoration
- Autumn Mushrooms
- Necropolis and Riverdale Farm
- An Oasis of Oaks on Kipling Ave
We also offer public walks which are posted below.
Next Public Walks
Waterfowl of the Don River – Fall Migration tourDate: Nov 8, 2025 @ 10:00Meeting Location: Biidaasige Park - Join Charles Bruce-Thompson and Lynn Short of the Toronto Field Naturalists for a guided walk through the New Biidaasige Park. Learn about the history of the area and the creation Read More
Public Walk – The Wetlands at Todmorden Heritage SiteDate: Nov 16, 2025 @ 10:30Meeting Location: Todmorden Mills Heritage Site at 67 Pottery Road - Join us on November 16, 2025 at 10:30am for a 2-hour, 1 km walk to visit several wetlands at Todmorden Heritage Site. We will talk about the complex of wetlands Read More
Public Walk – Trees of Queen’s Park & GreenhouseDate: Nov 19, 2025 @ 14:30Meeting Location: Queen's Park and University of Toronto - Join us for a 1.5-hour, 1 km linear tree identification walk at Queen’s Park, then a short walk to Tropical Greenhouse at St George St., University of Toronto. Details: A 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 socks should be worn to protect you from ticks.
- Long pants can protect your legs from thistles, poison ivy and ticks.
- A wide-brimmed hat offers sun protection.
- Bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent and your cell phone.
- Check yourself for ticks after the walk.