Blog Category Recreation

Your Guide to a Perfect Picnic

Food and the great outdoors, what’s not to like? Picnics are one of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to spend time outdoors. The key to a great picnic is to be prepared! That’s why we’ve put together a list…

Enjoy the Great Outdoors All Year Long

Make adventures easy this summer, and all year round, with an HCA Membership Pass! By now you’ve probably heard about the HCA Membership, but may still be wondering if the pass is right for you. Unlike memberships for other destinations,…

The Hermitage History

If you’ve ever gone on a hike in the Dundas Valley, you’ve no doubt come across The Hermitage Ruins on the Main Loop Trail. As you could’ve guessed, these beautifully restored ruins have a unique story to tell, and one…

New Year, New Adventures!

The start of a new year signals new beginnings and a chance to start fresh! Resolution or not, the new year is a great time to try and head outside a little more and even have a go at something…

Discover Mount Albion and the Chippewa Trail

We all know the ‘big’ conservation areas and trails, but there is a hidden gem on the Stoney Creek Mountain just waiting to be discovered! The Chippewa Trail and Mount Albion Conservation Area offers hiking, biking, birding and exploring opportunities.…