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The Queen Hike (18 km anniversary hike)
Sat, Jul 25, 5:00 PM**Attendance policy is enforced for this hike**. See below for details. To celebrate our anniversary, we're hiking the entire length of Queen Street. Since Queen Street is *only* 14.3 km, we're continuing along the lakeshore to Etobicoke. Incidentally, this is the shortest route possible between Scarborough and Etobicoke. Queen Street runs through some of the most iconic neighbourhoods in Toronto: idyllic The Beaches, hip Leslieville, sketchy Moss Park, historic Old Town, bohemian West Queen West, and shabby chic Parkdale. The route buzzes with activity and attractions. And more importantly, acclaimed restaurants and bakeries featuring food from six continents. You need to be in decent shape and have a good appetite to do the entire route. However, as with other hikes, you are free to join and leave at any point. Those who walk the entire length of Queen St (Fallingbrook Rd to Roncesvalles Ave) will be eligible to buy a commemorative T-shirt (expected price \~$23). There are different dinner options at the end of the hike. 1. Modern Chinese. [Reserve your spot at Tis Two Cities](https://www.meetup.com/hike-to-eat/events/315259938/). 2. Asado (grilled steaks and meats): [Reserve your spot at Vos Restaurante Argentino](https://www.meetup.com/hike-to-eat/events/315260441/). 3. Panuzzo and pizza at San Vito's Bakery. Walk-in. 4. Sushi at Krazy Roll. Walk-in. [See all our past hikes](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1_FpYriQNv5okUB-oiCODi56uiRDgPGI&usp=sharing). **Highlights** Segment 1: The Beaches 1. Start (or end) of Queen St at Fallingbrook Rd (depart 1pm) 2. R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant 3. Bagels on Fire / Fox Theatre 4. XOLA / Kyouka Ramen 5. Beaches Library 6. Tiflisi / Limon / Inmigrante 7. Toronto Fire Station 227 / Delina 8. Holi Taco / Dulcinella (arrive 1:58pm; depart 2:15pm) Segment 2: Leslieville 1. Dirty Birrias 2. Ashbridge Estate 3. Sweet Bliss Bakery / Hastings Snack Bar 4. Descendant Detroit Style Pizza 5. Kristapsons' Smoked Salmon 6. Ocha's / Leslie’s Sandwich Room 7. Tabule / Amber Kitchen and Coffee 8. Lamoon Thai Kitchen & Coffee 9. The Broadview Hotel / Happy Burger / White Lily Diner 10. Elviras (arrive 3:16pm; depart 3:33pm) Segment 3: Moss Park 1. Queen Street Viaduct 2. Los Gyros 3. Kim's Convenience 4. Moss Park Armoury / Panemor 5. Eaton Centre 6. Old City Hall / City Hall / Osgoode Hall 7. Campbell House Museum 8. Aux Merveilleux de Fred / Alpha's Shawarma 9. Mizzica Gelateria & Cafe 10. Banh Mi Boys / Yukimi Donburi (arrive 4:43pm; depart 4:56pm) Segment 4: West Queen West 1. Ramen x Remix / Bagels on Fire 2. Mico Italian Sandwiches / Maison 118 / Ngogo / North of Brooklyn 3. Sud Forno / Sanko Trading Co 4. Trinity Bellwoods Park 5. Forno Cultura 6. King Slice / DoDoner / Lisgar Park 7. The Grand Order of Divine Sweets / Han Kki 8. The MoMo House 9. Garleek Kitchen / Afrobeat Kitchen 10. Katyn Monument (arrive 6:20pm; depart 6:35pm) Segment 5: Sunnyside 1. Roncesvalles Pedestrian Bridge / Palais Royale 2. Sunnyside Dinosaur Playground 3. Sunnyside Pavilion 4. Trans Canada Trail Pavilion 5. Humber Bay Arch Bridge / Sheldon Lookout 6. Krazy Roll 7. San Vito's Bakery / Tis Two Cities (arrive 7:30pm) **Neighbourhoods** Fallingbrook > The Beaches > Leslieville > Riverside > Moss Park > Old Town > Downtown Core > West Queen West > Parkdale > Sunnyside > Humber Bay Shores **Map and terrain** [https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=17oNClOxL7LtZ7hqQv9AFxtxVDjozisU&usp=sharing](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=17oNClOxL7LtZ7hqQv9AFxtxVDjozisU&usp=sharing) Portions of Queen Street have narrow sidewalks and lots of people. Since we're a big group, you can pick between the north and south sides of Queen St to walk. The map shows which side has better food and attractions but the other side may have interesting stuff too. We're walking westwards in the afternoon, so bring sun protection. **How it works** Hike starts punctually. Late or can't join at the beginning? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints. We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. Grab ready-made food, or see the route in advance, organize takeout, then pickup along the way. The end of the hike is the only time when we can enjoy a leisurely meal. **Attendance policy** Please check in with an organizer when you arrive. 24 hours before the hike, we'll note down who is on the confirmed list. Those that don't show up will be marked as no-show. Repeat offenders will be banned. Please change your RSVP if you can no longer attend. If you got off the waitlist less than 24 hours before the event, you won't be considered a no-show.

Hiking in High Park
Sat, Aug 1, 8:00 PMLet’s go for a hike through High Park. The plan is to hike through the west ravine, along Grenadier pond, and back up to Grenadier restaurant for snacks or early dinner. This will be an unstructured event with low key socializing as we move through the park. What to bring: water and sun protection. Wear running shoes or hiking boots. If it’s raining, the event will be rescheduled. **When**: 4pm **Where to meet**: Just inside the Bloor street entrance to the park, near the High Park map. If you’re coming from the subway: • walk south on High Park Avenue • Cross Bloor Street West to enter the park • As you enter, there is a fork in the road. Keep to the right (West road) • [Just past the entrance on your right, there is a map of the park with a bench.](https://maps.app.goo.gl/kFJjHj393J39XDVw6) • We will gather near the map, on the grass. Note: Give yourself sufficient travel time. We'll wait for about 10 to 15 minutes then head off down the West Road. Once we enter the ravine, it will be hard to find us. Join us as we enjoy the summer weather, catch up with old friends, and make new ones. see you there.

Lakeside Glamping Getaway - Haliburton Highlands
Fri, Jul 31, 9:00 PM**Let's return to the Lakeside Cozy Glamping Camp where we had so much fun a few years ago in the heart of the Haliburton Highlands!** For this trip we will stay in a mix of accommodations: forest glamping domes (great comfort), glamping tents, or you can pitch your own tent. All subject to "first come first serve" so best to get your RSVP in ASAP. Think lakeside views, fireflies at night, short hikes on the property, water activities, lots of leisure time. Water activities will be just minutes away with kayaks, canoes, and paddle boats easily accessible. We will swim, go on short hikes, stargaze (the skies should be great for viewing), have a bonfire, tell stories, play boardgames, play outdoor games, listen to music, relax, enjoy nature, sip wine and other refreshments, and enjoy good food together and more! We are going to have so much fun. Depart Friday after work at 5pm. Everyone should arrange to be at their carpool location no later than 5pm to leave Toronto. We will return on the Monday (Monday is a holiday) That's 3 nights, and about 2.5 days. We will have various carpool departure spots. There are different prices for each type of accommodation and the options will be first-come first served based on who pays first. We will have up to 25 people or more going on this trip but it won't feel like a crowd as there is lost of space. We are a friendly group and you will feel part of the group in no time if you don't know anyone! **Here are the accommodation options - until filled!** **Forest** **Dome** (see photos 1 and 2 below) **\- A shared glamping experience in a cozy and furnished dome\! Option 1: $299 for a Queen bed on your own in the dome or Option 2: $250 for a comfortable mattress in the dome\. This includes taxes and meetup fee\.** Domes have most comforts of home including electricity, lights inside, electrical outlet. It's a short 1 min walk to washrooms/showers, and well-equipped, large, sheltered outdoor kitchen only a short walk. **Small Glamping Tents (these are filled for now) Option 3** - **2 person occupancy at $212 each person sharing one Queen bed or Option 4 - $231 for a Queen bed on your own and Option 5 - $193 for person on thick floor mattress.**. No electricity. Washroom with showers and indoor kitchen close by. **Large Glamping Tents (see photo 3 below) Option 6: 2 person occupancy. 2 double beds in tent, with each person paying $266 for their own double bed.** No electricity. Washroom with showers and indoor kitchen close by. **About RSVPs:** Please read all RSVP instructions further below. Be sure to provide your phone number so the organizer can contact you. **No attendance confirmed until payment is received** and the organizer has spoken to you. Payment secures your spot. **Responsiveness:** Best way to secure your spot on this fun trip is to be responsive if I have contacted you. If I don't hear from you, I'll move on to the next person on the list. **About the Trip:** This is an outdoors exploring and camping weekend lakeside with activities, social time, and lots of time for relaxation. **About the Camp:** The place we are staying used to be a camp, and there are various facilities available. There are kayak, canoe and paddleboat rentals. The organizer will rent a few of each for the entire weekend, therefore saving on costs and everyone can take turns using them. They have washroom/shower facilities, and outdoor kitchens. However, we will also have an indoor kitchen we will use as well. There are bbqs and firepits for us to use also. **Cost for event**: -Accommodation for 3 nights \- Food \- food will be a combination of bringing your own food\, or optionally joining group meals \(TBD based on feedback/preferences\) \- $ to contribute to gas for driving there\. Gas costs are determined at the end of the trip\. Drivers are reimbursed for their gas\. \- $ for any extra activites or parking costs\. WOOT Score: Outdoors 5, Adventure 4, Fun 5, overall WOOT Score - 5++ (I only post events that are a 5 = awesome) Everybody must answer both RSVP questions to be moved to the GOING list, which you should see when you sign up for the event (everyone goes to the waitlist first): (1) What is your cell number? (this is private - only the organizer sees this info) (2) What are your transportation plans? A. Passenger at carpool B. Driver (have my own car) at carpool for x passengers - do not say "B" unless you own your own car. C. Prefer to be passenger, but driver at carpool for x passengers if needed D. Meet at location (limited spots available, preference given to those commuting from Toronto) The organizer will monitor the RSVPs. Hope you can make it! Hope you can join us! Rebecca (rphinn)

Camp at Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier
Fri, Sep 4, 9:00 PMQuébec Long-Weekend Group Hike & Camp Trip length: Friday → Monday Starting point: Oshawa Hike at parc national de la Jacques-Cartier: Sentier Les Loups — Iconic View & Challenge L’Escarpement — Harder Ridge & Vistas Le Scotora — Epic Mountain Loop Site at L'Escarpement

Come to BC With Us!
Sat, Aug 8, 11:00 AMHoliday Time! I'm away for a week. Keep an eye on the schedule for our sunday hikes!

🌿🚶♂️ NEW TRAIL! EAST DON TRAIL ADVENTURE 🍪🥾
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00 PM# 🌿🚶♂️ NEW! EAST DON TRAIL ADVENTURE 🍪🥾 **Toronto's Newest Ravine Trail, Riverside Views & Fresh-Baked Cookies** Have you walked Toronto's newest trail yet? Join us as we explore the recently completed **East Don Trail**—one of the city's newest and most exciting additions to Toronto's incredible ravine system. Connecting communities that were once separated, this beautiful trail follows the East Don River through peaceful forests, wetlands, and scenic valley landscapes that many Torontonians have never experienced. If you've done the Lower Don Trail, this is a completely different experience. Think quieter trails, beautiful river views, brand-new pathways, and the feeling of discovering somewhere new. Most of the route is paved and easy to walk, making it perfect for a relaxed day outdoors. Just one warning... what goes down must come up! 😄 The final section includes one fairly steep hill, so while the walk is suitable for most people, you should be comfortable tackling a good climb at the end. After the walk, we'll reward ourselves with a stop at **Peak Freans Cookie Outlet**, where you can stock up on discounted cookies and treats. Those who would like to continue are welcome to join us afterward for lunch at **Swiss Chalet**. 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd) *** ## 🚶♂️ What We'll Do We'll begin at Broadview Station before making our way into the Don Valley to explore Toronto's newest trail. Along the way we'll: 🌿 Walk beside the East Don River 🌉 Cross new bridges and pathways 📸 Enjoy beautiful ravine scenery 🍪 Stop at the Peak Freans Cookie Outlet 🍽️ Finish with an optional lunch at Swiss Chalet 🚌 Return to **Coxwell Subway Station** by TTC bus. Please note that **this is a one-way walk**. We will **not** return to Broadview Station. *** ## ☀️ Weather & Expectations This walk happens rain or shine unless severe weather makes it unsafe. The trail is mostly paved and relatively easy, but there is one fairly steep hill near the end of the walk. Please come prepared for that final climb. This is a social walk, not a guided historical tour. We'll enjoy the scenery, conversation, and the chance to explore one of Toronto's newest green spaces together. *** ## 🧢 Meetup Details 📍 **Meetup Location:** Outside **Broadview Subway Station** 🫎 I'll be wearing my Moose Hat. ⏰ **Meetup Time:** **11:00 AM** I will only wait **5 minutes.** Early is on time. On time is late. Please be on time as we will leave promptly. 🏁 **End Point:** Coxwell Subway Station (via TTC bus). *** ## 🍪 After the Walk We'll stop at the **Peak Freans Cookie Outlet**, where you can browse their famous selection of cookies, crackers, and treats at outlet prices. Afterward, anyone who would like to continue is welcome to join us for lunch at **Swiss Chalet**. *** ## 🎟️ Meetup Fee **$5 cash in person or e-transfer** 📧 **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)** This fee helps support the group and allows us to continue organizing events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖 *** ## 🎒 What to Bring 💧 Water 👟 Comfortable walking shoes 🍪 Spending money if you'd like cookies 🍽️ Money if you'd like to join us for lunch *** ## 🌈 Who Is This For? This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends—whether single or not. We also host: 🎬 Movies 🚶 Walks & hikes 🎭 Arts & culture outings 🍽️ Restaurant gatherings There's always something happening. *** **REMEMBER:** You're welcome to just show up on the day if you're unsure about your schedule. Sometimes things happen and events may need to be cancelled—please keep an eye on updates. *** 👤 **Organizer:** Mathew Questions? Post on the event wall or email: 📧 **[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)** **Come for Toronto's newest trail.** **Stay for the cookies.** **Leave having discovered another hidden corner of the city's incredible ravine system.** 🌿🍪✨
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