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!

Nest and Habitat Boxes

Recently, HCA was approached by student teacher Sean Polap and his grade 11 class at Aldershot High School to provide nest boxes for our conservation areas. The students built the boxes and donated them to HCA. The boxes will provide...

Spongy Moths and Controlling Populations

What is the Spongy Moth? Spongy Moth, also known as LDD Moth (Lymantria dispar dispar), and formally known as Gypsy Moth*, is a non-native European insect that was first detected in Ontario in the late 1960s and is now well...

Respecting Wildlife in HCA Areas

Conservation Areas provide a wide range of opportunities for people to get out and enjoy nature and enjoy outdoor activities. Recreational activities which involve viewing wildlife such as bird watching or wildlife photography can be especially fun and rewarding. There...

Reptile and Amphibian Hibernation

Ever wonder what happens to all the reptiles and amphibians in our area during the winter? You probably knew they hibernate, but more specifically where do they hibernate and how do they do it? Most importantly, what is a frogsicle?!...

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...

Get Smart About Salt!

Salt is an economic and effective way for keeping surfaces clear of ice in the winter. It is important however, to manage its use so it will have the least negative impact on our environment. Did you know? Salt can...