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Toronto Walking Clubs

Posted by Greg Davis / May 4, 2009

Toronto Walking ClubsI knew of a few Toronto walking clubs before this weekend but found out about a bunch more this weekend as the city hosted the first ever "walking info fair" at the Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre.

Despite competition from the various Jane's Walks and the annual Paddle the Don, turnout was surprisingly high as local clubs aimed to convince attendees that it was worth coming out to their upcoming events and become a member. Over 30 walking groups were on hand, many of which had a strong green bent. Some of my favourites included:

Toronto Bruce Trail Club
Organize carpool or bus hikes to bring people out of the City to different parts of the Bruce Trail surrounding Toronto.

High Park Family Nature Walks
One of Toronto's premier parks can be walked by the whole family with the help of interpretive staff.

Toronto Field Naturalists
More than just nature walks, this group seems to be all about understanding local ecology.

Toronto Ornithological Club
Organize outings for intermediate and beginner "birders".

Also at the event, Mayor Miller and Councillor Fletcher officially unveiled the new Exploring Toronto Parks and Trails map which features up-to-date trails and pathways along with a directory of clubs and associations. I already had a copy of the map (call 416-392-1111 ext.5 to get a copy sent in the mail) and think it's great for planning a day of biking, walking or hiking; and helped me more fully appreciate how the city's plans for linking biking and walking paths are coming together.

Photo by thru the night on Flickr

Discussion

17 Comments

Steph / May 4, 2009 at 09:44 am
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The link to the Toronto Bruce Trail Club is a dud URL.

Thanks for the info - always wanted to go to a High Park walk! Definitely will this year.
Janet / May 4, 2009 at 11:01 am
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Since I was on two Jane's walks, I couldn't make it there.

I'd love a full list of the groups who were there. Anyone know where I can find one?

Were some of them paid-membership, like the Stroll in the Park group?
stephenM / May 4, 2009 at 11:08 am
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The link to the Toronto Bruce Trail Club should be:

www.torontobrucetrailclub.org

(not .com)
Val Makhouleen / May 5, 2009 at 12:46 am
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Thirsty City is a series of walks exploring Toronto’s historic and current water issues.

http://www.thirstycitywalks.ca
Val Makhouleen / May 5, 2009 at 12:47 am
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Thirsty City is a series of walks exploring Toronto’s historic and current water issues.

http://www.thirstycitywalks.ca
Christa Kroboth / June 15, 2009 at 02:01 pm
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A Stroll in The Park started in 1990 to help keep women safe in our
Public Parks.
Membership Supported. Join us for some fun! 20th Fun Year!
Everyone is welcome! Also, please see Jane Jacobs's TRUE VISIONS on our website at http://www.astrollinthepark.com/

Christa Kroboth
Founder/Coordinator
A Stroll in The Park
Nominated Public Health Champion - Listed on participACTION
Winner on toronto.com
Teachers see our Hidden Park Treasures School Program.
Special Needs or Private Group walks by request.
416-484-WALK
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Matthew / September 20, 2009 at 10:51 pm
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Dani replying to a comment from Steph / October 12, 2009 at 12:04 am
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Another walking club is the Toronto Trails Festival!

See http://torontotrailsfestival.ca/

Dani replying to a comment from Steph / October 12, 2009 at 12:06 am
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Another walking club is the Toronto Trails Festival

see http://torontotrailsfestival.ca/ for details..
Christa Kroboth / January 12, 2010 at 04:43 pm
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A Stroll in The Park has been supported by the community for 20 years.
A Stroll in The Park has suffered the same HORROR via telephone since 2007
as the Senior's Membership supported walking club. PLEASE DO WATCH THE
TORONTO SUN NEWSPAPER VIDEO Reporter SUE-ANN LEVY POSTED BELOW.
A Stroll in The Park has Members as young as 22 and our eldest is 76! We
also have many Doctors in our Walking Club.
PLEASE also WATCH A STROLL IN THE PARK’S YouTUBE films on our site.
We appeared on CTV Film #1 (HEALTH and Social aspect) and City TV
#2 Film (SAFETY aspect - all invited to join.)
astrollinthepark.com <http://www.astrollinthepark.com/>; Click on the
YouTUBE LOGO and SCROLL Down to Films.
416-484-WALK (9255)
Zale Tabakman / March 20, 2010 at 09:53 pm
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Another toronto walking club - Yonge Eglinton Area - Wednesdays at 6:30pm and Sundays at 8:30 pm.
We meet at 158 Eglinton Ave West - about five min walk west of Yonge on eglinton Call 416-489-3606 for details.
No charge.
Alice / June 2, 2010 at 11:37 pm
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Does anybody know if there is a walking club grouped by people mid-age or above?
Thanks
Christa Kroboth / June 6, 2010 at 10:51 am
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Hi Alice You can call me at 416-484-WALK (9255) or email me at
christa@astrollinthepark.com SEE http://www.astrollinthepark.com/

We are celebrating our 20th fun year as a community and Membership supported
walking and hiking club. We started in 1990 for Safety in Numbers and
Health. It is also a fun way to meet new people and see all our parks.
We look forward to seeing you.

Thanks for your support of A Stroll in The Park
Walking and Adventure Club. ©
Cheers Christa

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