Nicola Ross

Take a stroll through the bucolic countryside by following the tracks that once connected Orangeville to Dundalk.

Spot songbirds like the scarlet tanager, indigo bunting, rose-breasted grosbeak, and the hooded warbler who frequent this forest.

This national gem spans all provinces and territories, and some 50 km of it passes through our towns and villages.

They’ve spent a quarter of a century growing food and tackling food insecurity, and they’re not stopping yet.

Winning an Olympic medal in pole vaulting has propelled this Caledon resident to new heights in her career.

Enjoy a stroll along this picturesque Grand Valley trailway that runs between Waldemar and the East/West Luther Townline.

This lollipop-shaped route through the Mono Forest promises scenic views, sand dunes, and plenty of ups and downs.

This hike along the Humber River passes through downtown Bolton with a chance to stop for a latte, ice cream, pint or a full meal.

The protected Dufferin County Forest is a treasure trove of eastern white pines, spruce and cedars.

Stroll on scenic boardwalks, lush forest trails and dams while spotting lots of local wildlife at Island Lake Conservation Area.

The Ford government’s dissolution of Peel and incursion into the Greenbelt pose existential threats to Caledon as we know it.

Take an easy stroll from Erin’s Main Street to the banks of the West Credit River, dotted with historic mill sites that date to the 1840s.

Take a stroll along the Bruce Trail in Mulmur to spot wild brook trout and more. Nicola Ross, author of ‘Loops and Lattes’, shows you the way.

What better way to welcome spring than to take a hike through one of our many gorgeous conservation areas.

Enjoy an amble on the Elora Cataract Trailway, a 47km recreational route that was once the path of the Credit Valley Railway.

This duo is the driving force behind the creation of Creemore’s brand new $4.5-million Village Green, an initiative to provide a place for people to enjoy, for families to play, and for community events.

As another battle over aggregate mining gears up in Cataract, the question remains: how do we balance our voracious demand for aggregates with the rights of local citizens and nature?

This short hike in Clearview Township is perfect for a quick escape into brilliant fall colours, with gorgeous maple trees, a pollinator garden, and crystal waters that are the local brewery’s special ingredient.