InTO the Ravines

Come celebrate the launch of the new mural that animates the entrance to the Humber River Trail and Rowntree Mills Ravine system for a full weekend of activites, on October 7 & 8.

Join the Nature Gratitude Gathering on October 7 at Rowntree Mills Park with the Markbrook Residents Group! Participate in an eco walk from North Humber Park to Rowntree Mills, a meditation and grounding session in the park, and a lifestyle workshop celebrating the fall season’s connection to nature and community wellness.

Participate to the Ravine Days from September 30 to October 9, an annual city-wide celebration of Toronto’s ravine system. Activities about and throughout the ravines – from talks and tours, to markets and creative workshops!

No matter what your age or experience, join native plant expert Lorraine Johnson, and scientific illustrator and Métis culture keeper, Jenna McGuire to explore the wonders of nature and ravine ecology through drawing.

Indigenous knowledge and storytelling to build connections to ravine species.

Understand how our ravines and homes offer climate resilience. 

The 7th Annual Dawn Chorus featured experienced birders, Songbirding Podcast host Rob Porter and Toronto Bird Celebration Coordinator Andrés Jimenez who shared a 15-minute recording of the Dawn Chorus from the GTA.

Join creativity facilitator and horticultural therapy practitioner Emma Rooney and Park People’s Kelsey Carriere on an artistic journey using your camera, simple materials found around your home, and inspiration from your closest ravine.

An audio-guided forest therapy experience with Carolynne Crawley over the phone with peaceful and energizing ways to tune into your surroundings. An opportunity to de-stress and slow down while experiencing the many benefits of nature.

Why ravines are vital for our city, the threats they face, and respecting their sensitive ecosystems.