HCA Blog

Whether you’re a hiking enthusiast, a wildlife watcher, or just someone who loves to explore the great outdoors, you’ve come to the right spot. Here, we share tips, stories, and updates to inspire your next adventure and deepen your connection to Hamilton’s incredible natural spaces. Dive into the posts below and let the beauty of our conservation areas spark your curiosity and love for the environment!

Building Better Buffers

For over 30 years, HCA has supported landowners enhancing and restoring natural areas on their properties through free services provided by their Hamilton Watershed Stewardship Program (HWSP). As we continue to support landowners in their conservation efforts, we are pleased...

Boat Rinse: Clean, Drain, Dry!

As of 2022, boaters are now required by law to remove any aquatic plants, animals, or debris from their boats before transporting them over land under the Invasive Species Act. Learn how to protect our lakes and rivers with simple...

10 Weekends, 10 Adventures!

Did you know? From the end of school to Labour Day, there are just 10 weekends to squeeze in all your summer fun! Discover nature close to home at HCA’s 15+ conservation areas, 180+ kilometres of trails, and four beaches....

New bird house on a post in a green field. More new birdhouse on posts are in the background, with a blue sky ad white clouds.

Nest Protector Rental Program

Milton District High School teacher Sean Polap and his construction class were again busy over the winter building habitat boxes for HCA! This partnership has been ongoing since 2022, and to date, students have created 125 habitat boxes! The bat...

Living with Coyotes

Coyotes (Canis latrans) are one of eight members of the Family Canidae found in Canada. Often mistaken for wolves, coyotes are smaller, have shorter legs in relation to their body size, and possess narrower, pointed snouts. They are a common...

Six smiling staff members stand at the area entrance sign with the words "Fofty Point Conservation Area" and HCA logo. One person is the Diamond Elite Rating award, and the other is holding the certificate. There is snow on the ground.

Fifty Point Achieves Diamond Elite Rating

The marina at Fifty Point Conservation Area recently received a Diamond Elite rating from the Ontario Clean Marine Program. This is the highest honour that can be achieved under the program. What is the Clean Marine Program? Fifty Point is...