Events Calendar

While the Zoo is open every day from 7:00 am to dusk, visitors can get up close to some animals in the Llama Pen on weekends and statutory holidays from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm (beginning in April until the end of October). Visitors can feed and pet the llamas (Honey and her friends) and interact with other animals such as chickens and rabbits.

Learn about the plants and animals in High Park from the young naturalists of the High Park Eagles group! We will explore woodlands and black oak savannah habitats to learn fascinating facts and connect with the nature surrounding us.

Event is great for all ages – bring the whole family! No pre-registration necessary, this is a drop-in event

This week’s walk -

Spring Babies at the Zoo led by Sonya Dittkrist, Zookeeper

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Sunday morning casual gatherings offering observations on the various elements of the park. Each walk has a different theme and is led by volunteer scientists, historians, and local naturalists who will help you to understand and explore High Park’s many characteristic features.

Walks may go on wooded trails, so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Each session is scheduled for 1 1/2 hours. All ages are welcome; some walks may be more attractive to children. Dogs on leash only, please.

Free Sunday Walking Tours take place every first and third Sunday of the month, including holidays, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon, but participants may come and go as needed.

Meet at the benches, across the road from the south side of Grenadier Restaurant in the middle of High Park.

For additional info and regular updates: twitter.com/highparkwalks

While the Zoo is open every day from 7:00 am to dusk, visitors can get up close to some animals in the Llama Pen on weekends and statutory holidays from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm (beginning in April until the end of October). Visitors can feed and pet the llamas (Honey and her friends) and interact with other animals such as chickens and rabbits.

JOIN LEADERS

• Do you want to make a meaningful difference in our community?
• Interested in addressing issues like poverty, health, hunger, education and the environment?
• Want to do more than just hope for world peace?

The Rotary Club of Parkdale-High Park is one of 33,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and regions, forming a network of community service around the world. We are a welcoming, friendly and fun-loving group of men and women from different backgrounds, age groups, cultures and occupations. What we share in common is the desire to work on community projects, both at home and abroad, to make our world a better place. If you want to be part of a global network of community volunteers, then Rotary is for you. We meet Thursday mornings at 7:30 am at the Grenadier Café located in the centre of Toronto’s High Park.

MEETING INFO & LOCATION

Thursday 7:30 AM in High Park
Join us for Breakfast

The Grenadier Restaurant
200 Parkside Drive
Toronto, ON M6R 2Z3
Canada

In this workshop, you will:

• learn how to use Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide (provided for use)
• identify dozens of wildflowers using your newfound skills
• use a 10x hand lens (provided for use) to view plant features up close
• learn useful identification terms, hints & tips
• discuss the merits of other wildflower field guides for our region

The outdoor component of this workshop will take place entirely on High Park trails that are considered moderate in length and terrain.

Instructor’s Bio

Richard Aaron is a long-time naturalist, highly regarded for his passion, encyclopedic knowledge and communication skills. His main areas of interest are plants, trees, fungi, slime moulds, dragonflies/damselflies, moths and biomimicry. Over the years, he has done walks, workshops and lectures for over 80 organizations ranging from naturalist clubs to universities, including a stint as a staff naturalist at Algonquin Provincial Park. Richard has been conducting adult workshops for the High Park Nature Centre since 2012. His website is at http://natureknowledge.weebly.com.

Cancellation Policies

Requests for refunds made 14 or more days before the start of the program will receive a 90% refund (10% will be retained as an administration fee).  Requests for refunds made less than 14 days before the start of the program will receive no refund.  Requests for cancellations or refunds must be made in writing and submitted to the High Park Nature Centre at naturecentre@highpark.org.

Please note, the High Park Nature Centre may cancel any event if the minimum number of participants is not achieved 14 days prior to the start of the workshop.  We would notify registered participants of cancellation at that time and provide a full refund.

* Field guides and hand magnifiers will be provided for participants to use

The outdoor component of this workshop will take place entirely on High Park trails that are considered moderate in length and terrain.

Botanical Workshop Series
May 28 – Wildflower Identification Made Easy
June 18 – The Sex Lives of Plants
July 9 – Friend or Foe: The Intriguing World of Weeds
August 6 – Poisons, Spines & Blisters: Plants with a Dark Side

Instructor’s Bio:
Richard Aaron is regarded for his passion, communication skills, and encyclopedic nature knowledge. Over the years he has done walks, workshops and lectures for more than 70 organizations ranging from naturalist clubs to universities. He has also worked as a staff naturalist at Algonquin Provincial Park. His website is at http://natureknowledge.weebly.com.

While the Zoo is open every day from 7:00 am to dusk, visitors can get up close to some animals in the Llama Pen on weekends and statutory holidays from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm (beginning in April until the end of October). Visitors can feed and pet the llamas (Honey and her friends) and interact with other animals such as chickens and rabbits.

While the Zoo is open every day from 7:00 am to dusk, visitors can get up close to some animals in the Llama Pen on weekends and statutory holidays from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm (beginning in April until the end of October). Visitors can feed and pet the llamas (Honey and her friends) and interact with other animals such as chickens and rabbits.

JOIN LEADERS

• Do you want to make a meaningful difference in our community?
• Interested in addressing issues like poverty, health, hunger, education and the environment?
• Want to do more than just hope for world peace?

The Rotary Club of Parkdale-High Park is one of 33,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and regions, forming a network of community service around the world. We are a welcoming, friendly and fun-loving group of men and women from different backgrounds, age groups, cultures and occupations. What we share in common is the desire to work on community projects, both at home and abroad, to make our world a better place. If you want to be part of a global network of community volunteers, then Rotary is for you. We meet Thursday mornings at 7:30 am at the Grenadier Café located in the centre of Toronto’s High Park.

MEETING INFO & LOCATION

Thursday 7:30 AM in High Park
Join us for Breakfast

The Grenadier Restaurant
200 Parkside Drive
Toronto, ON M6R 2Z3
Canada

While the Zoo is open every day from 7:00 am to dusk, visitors can get up close to some animals in the Llama Pen on weekends and statutory holidays from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm (beginning in April until the end of October). Visitors can feed and pet the llamas (Honey and her friends) and interact with other animals such as chickens and rabbits.