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!

Staying Safe this Winter

Winter is a great time to get out and explore! Enjoying the outdoors in a different season can be a whole new experience! Getting out in winter however, presents its own unique hazards that anyone enjoying the outdoors should be...

Westfield’s TH&B Locomotive 103

Since their creation, people have been drawn to all things train, and they have been admired by enthusiasts all over the world. The Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo (TH&B) Locomotive 103 is no exception. For over 66 years, the faithful TH&B...

Stormwater Stewardship in Hamilton

Not many of us think about where the water goes after we flush, do the dishes, or when the rain falls, but through most of urban Hamilton, lie hundreds of kilometres of sewer pipes directing the sewage to where it...

Enjoy Labour Day Weekend at HCA

As the unofficial end of summer arrives this Labour Day weekend, we have some ideas for you to soak up the last few days of your summer holidays!   Hit the Beach This one is pretty obvious but must be...

Giant Hogweed

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...

Your Guide to a Perfect Picnic

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...