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!

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...

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...

Invasive Species Awareness Week

It’s Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW)! ISAW takes place each year during the last week of February to raise awareness about invasive species. Check out the articles below to learn more. Invasive Species 101 What is an invasive species? Why...

Your Guide to Visiting Tiffany Falls

You’ve seen the beautiful photos and heard about what a great spot Tiffany Falls Conservation Area is to visit. While both are true, the area is very small, with an even smaller parking lot which is why the area is...