
HCA Contact Information
Phone: 905-525-2181
Email: nature@conservationhamilton.ca
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!
Giant hogweed is an invasive plant, likely introduced from Asia as an ornamental garden plant. It is part of the carrot family, and is a perennial (a plant that lives two years or more). If you find Giant hogweed, DO...
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...
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,...
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...
It’s official, summer is here! There are endless activities to get up to, things to see and places to go. If you’re wondering where your summer adventures should begin, check out the HCA Scavenger Hunt. Don’t stop here, add as...
Early spring is one of the best times to visit the boardwalk on the Dofasco 2000 Trail. Over two spans, the 1.9km boardwalk runs through the centre of the Vinemount Swamp. This is the largest intact forest remaining above the...
Phone: 905-525-2181
Email: nature@conservationhamilton.ca