Walk Information and 2026 Schedule
All walks are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Anyone may join and all participants are asked to sign in with the leader ahead of time. Walks are rated from 1 to 10: 1 is easy and 10 is strenuous. In case of rain the walk may be cancelled. For more information, contact the walk leader. Long sleeves and insect repellent are highly recommended. Please refrain from smoking on the trails. We kindly ask that you leave your dog at home.
All participants must complete a Liability Waiver before each walk/activity.
Member waivers are good for the year, while guests must complete a waiver for each event separately.
NFNC Release of Liability for non members
NFNC Release of Liability
April 29 | WOODEND CONSERVATION AREA (6/10)
Meet outside the gate on the lane at 1 Taylor Rd., Niagara-on-the-lake.
Spring ephemerals and some fine views from the cliffs make for an enjoyable evening.
WIN LAAR 905-262-5057
MAY 6 | LAKE GIBSON – MEL SWART CONSERVATION PARK (3/10)
On Decew Rd., north of Beaverdams Rd. in Thorold
We will look for flora and fauna along a trail and a lovely boardwalk overlooking Lake Gibson
LISA BACON 905-380-4963
MAY 13 | MARCY’S WOODS (5/10)
Meet at the end of Holloway Bay Road, Fort Erie
Come and enjoy the abundance of spring flowers. We should also see many birds.
JOYCE SANKEY 905-329-9672
MAY 20 | MORGAN’S POINT (2/10)
From Hwy 3 in Port Colborne, go west to Wainfleet, take Golf Course Rd. south to Lakeshore Rd., then Lakeshore west to Morgan’s Point Rd., then go south to the park.
We will explore old growth forest, prairie remnants and a sand dune complex on Lake Erie shoreline
KERRY KENNEDY 905-892-4932
MAY 27 | LOWER CAVE SPRINGS (8/10)
From Victoria Ave. in Vineland, take King St west 4.7 km to Cave Spring Rd., then uphill around a curve between the vineyards, then right to a cul-de-sac below the red barn.
Explore the base of the escarpment and feel for ice in cave remnants
WIN LAAR 905-262-5057
JUNE 3 | NIAGARA COLLEGE – GLENDALE CAMPUS (2/10)
Meet at the Niagara College, 135 Taylor rd., NOTL, at the south-east corner of the back parking lot near the greenhouse.
On the Wetland Ridge Trail, we will find marsh birds, turtles, and frogs.
KATIE BRISTOW 905-941-3357
JUNE 17 | MOUNTAINVIEW TRAIL (4/10)
Carpool Walmart Parking lot near the LCBO 6:30 PM or meet there
4174 Mountainview Rd, Beamsville
A passive natural area comprised of Carolinian forest, this 25-hectare area conserves Carolinian plants, provides habitat for animals and shelters a portion of the Niagara Escarpment. We’ll see exposed dolostone rock, many bedrock fractures and eroded talus slops of the Escarpment.
INGRID FOSTER 416-992-5461
JUNE 24 | SHORTHILLS (3/10)
Meet at parking lot C on Wiley Rd. Thorold
Shorthills Provincial Park at 660 hectares, is the largest provincial park in Niagara Region
MISSY ACKER 289-407-2440
DEBBIE WRIGHT 289-990-7343
JULY 8 | ST. JOHNS CONSERVATION (6/10)
3101 Barron Rd, Fonthill.
Located within the Niagara Escarpment and Twelve Mile Creek valley, this natural area provides a tranquil setting for wildlife and visitors.
INGRID FOSTER 416-992-5461
JULY 15 | HEARTLAND FOREST (1/10)
8215 Heartland Forest Road, Niagara Falls, ON
Join us for an easy walk while discovering the flora and fauna. We’ll keep on eye out for butterflies as well.
DEBBIE WRIGHT 289-990-7343
JULY 22 | GONDERS FLATS (2/10)
2919 Niagara Parkway, Fort Erie (Townline Rd & Niagara River Parkway)
This wetland adjacent to the Niagara River has undergone restoration of the shoreline habitat that will include wildlife habitat conservation work, trail upgrades and educational signage.
KATIE BRISTOW 905-941-3357
JULY 29| OUTLET MALL PONDS (2/10)
Meet in the parking lot area 1A, behind Marshalls. 300 Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-lake
Marsh wildlife.
DEBBIE WRIGHT 289-990-7343
AUGUST 5 | SCHOOL OF HORTICULTURE (2/10)
We will meet in front of the Butterfly Conservatory. PAID PARKING.
Legacy Prairie Garden located next to the Butterfly Conservatory was designed as an education resource for the native habitat, meadows and prairie gardens found throughout Ontario.
WIN LAAR 905-262-5057
AUGUST 12 | BADEN-POWELL (GRASSY BROOK) PARK (2/10)
Across from ES Fox, 9127 Montrose Rd.
Enjoy an easy walk looking at the flora and fauna of this reestablished area.
JOYCE SANKEY 905-329-9672
AUGUST 19 | MALCOLMSON ECO PARK (2/10)
325 Lakeshore Rd, St. Catharines
We will observe the native plant restoration that is attracting many birds and mammals.
WIN LAAR 905-262-5057
AUGUST 26 | DUFFERIN ISLANDS (2/10)
Meet at the last parking lot. 6345 Dufferin Isle Rd., (Niagara Parkway) Niagara Falls. Paid Parking
Come and explore the varied plant and bird life on the island. Many surprises are to be found here both in the plants and birds.
JOYCE SANKEY 905-329-9672