UPCOMING EVENTS
Join Lost Rivers to celebrate our special Winter Solstice Walk as we mark the shortest day of the year (actually, the day before, Dec. 21…).
The winter solstice marks the astronomical beginning of winter, when Earth’s North Pole is tilted farthest away from the sun, though here in Toronto we might feel winter started much earlier.
From this time forward, our days will begin to lengthen. Only a minute or two at first, but it won’t take long for it to be noticeably lighter for longer.
With stories from different cultures and experiences along with the history of the Don Valley, we'll explore the wetland and meadow trails in the Don Valley Brick Works Park and delve into parts of the beautiful restoration of this former industrial site.
Come early and stay late to enjoy the festive Winter Market and public skating along with other fun activities presented by Evergreen Brickworks. Hot drinks and other treats are available for purchase.
Sunday, December 22, 2-4pm
Evergreen Brickworks 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
Meet at the Watershed Consciousness Wall (the big metal sculpture on the wall, a bit north of the cafe).
Walk leaders: Lost Rivers Toronto team and Friends.
Request of participants: If you are comfortable, perhaps bring a brief story to share!
This walk is accessible on paved or granular level paths and is approx 2.5km
Participants should wear weather-appropriate clothing and winter footwear.
Paid parking available or take the #28 bus from Davisville Station or the free Brickworks shuttle from behind Broadview Station.
Register for this free walk at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/celebrate-the-winter-solstice-with-a-lost-rivers-walk-tickets-1113229281749?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Route may change due to icy or unsafe trail conditions
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PAST EVENTS
A FRESH WAY TO LOOK AT THE DOWNSVIEW LANDS
Sunday, September 15, 2024 / 2 - 4 p.m.Join Lost Rivers for a walk at Downsview, a former Air Force base and soon to be the site of the largest redevelopment project in North America.Explore Downsview Park and learn about green infrastructure initiatives in the new Stanley Greene neighbourhood, which are important considering that the area was once the headwaters for several small streams on the west and south of the Downsview site: Meadow Creek, Frog Creek, Mill Creek, Silver Hollow Creek and others with no name had their headwaters here, and flowed into Black Creek. To the east Yellow Creek, Mud Creek, DeHavilland Creek, Dufferin Creek, and Burke Brook are just a few of the creeks that flowed into the Don River.The Green Infrastructure helps create a more natural water cycle and can reduce flooding downstream. It is very important to catch the water where it falls.The walk will start at the southwest entrance of Downsview Park, near Keele St and Downsview Park Blvd, serviced by the 101 bus.The route is flat and paved, under 2 km in length, finishing at George Butchart Drive near Keele St, near the start.Walk Leaders: Rene Fan and Pim Pettibone
Approx. 2 hours
Rain or Shine
WHY PUBLIC WORKS MATTER
Sunday, July 21, 2024 / 2 - 4 p.m.
In this walk along lost Castle Frank Brook, we will explore some of the watery infrastructure which makes life in the city possible…but that we may take for granted or not even recognize is right under our feet. Using examples from the South Hill area of Toronto, there will be stories that connect with drinking water filtration and distribution, transportation and electricity.
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Autumn Walk Along the East Don River
Though the leaves and salmon may be gone for the season, the East Don Trail is still a place of wonder and exploration in the city.We will be walking through an area that still resonates with both Indigenous as well as settler history along with the beautiful natural features of the East Don
Mills, dams, railroads, highways, ecological restoration and art will all be part of our narrative.
The city and TRCA have connected this part of the trail with bridges and paving and completed the much anticipated wayfindingThis a linear (one way) walk as we will begin at the S/E corner of Don Mills Road and Greenbelt Drive and end at Eglinton and Sloan Ave (Bermondsey). There are terrific transit connections at both endsThis event is a great opportunity to connect with nature, enjoy the crisp autumn air, and take in the stunning views along the river. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or just looking for a relaxing outdoor activity, this walk is perfect for all ages and most fitness levels.Sunday November 24; 11:00-1:30pm
Walk leader: Floyd Ruskin and friends
Paved trails with some steep grades; approx 5km
Washrooms at beginning and end at neighbourhood restaurants
Rain or shine
Don't forget to wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
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