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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!
The start of a new year is a perfect opportunity for new beginnings and exciting adventures! Whether you’re setting resolutions or simply looking for ways to refresh your routine, 2025 offers a great chance to embrace the outdoors. Why Nature?...
Many people unknowingly decorate for the holidays with invasive plants, thinking they are making an eco-friendly choice by using natural materials. Understanding which invasive plants are commonly used, why they pose a problem, and how to dispose of them responsibly...
A Natural Areas Inventory (NAI) involves surveying natural areas, whether they be as large as conservation areas or as small as urban woodlots, for the plants and wildlife that live there. By getting a picture of the habitat types and...
Hammerhead worms are an invasive species, that are also toxic, and have been found in Hamilton since 2020. This worm has now been found throughout the area including Dundas Valley and Cootes Paradise. It was first spotted in Ontario in...
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 you explore. Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area recently added to...
The air is crisp, and the leaves are changing—fall is here! Every area at HCA is beautiful this time of year, but some areas are certainly more popular than others. So, whether you’re looking for quieter spots or somewhere well...