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Discover Westfield’s Scenic Trails

Post author:BF
Post published:October 11, 2024
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There’s no shortage of trails to hike in the Hamilton area or even at HCA, but there’s really only one place you can step back in time, and nature, as…

Dundas Peak

Your Guide to Visiting the Spencer Gorge

Post author:BF
Post published:September 23, 2024
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So, you’ve seen all the beautiful photos of Dundas Peak and the surrounding area; or maybe the stunning views from Tew Falls and Webster Falls lookout platforms. Now you’ve decided…

Discover Boating at HCA

Post author:BF
Post published:May 30, 2024
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Hamilton’s conservation areas offer a wealth of outdoor activities, but for many, boating stands out as a highlight. HCA is excited to share that boat rentals are once again available at…

10 Tips for Winter Hiking

Post author:BF
Post published:January 16, 2024
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Hamilton boasts an array of picturesque hiking trails that transform into a winter wonderland when the temperatures drop and the snow falls. HCA conservation areas offer a variety of winter…

Discover Westfield’s Scenic Trails

Your Guide to Visiting the Spencer Gorge

Discover Boating at HCA

10 Tips for Winter Hiking

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Flood Status Explanations

	Normal No low water conditions exist.
	Level 1 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 10 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 80 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 100 / 70 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 2 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 20 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 60 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 70 / 50 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 3 There is also potential for economic harm to water takers and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. The Hamilton Water Response Team may ask the province to impose mandatory restrictions on those holding Permits to Take Water. Precipitation totals are less than 40 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 50 / 30 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.

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