Boasting 97 acres of trails, the Anne Bartley Smith property is a true hidden gem. You can't even find it on google maps!

During the hike we will search the Southern slope for remnants of old settlements. In early 1800's, the area was home to anywhere from 3 - 6 homesteads and even a cheese factory. Some rubble can still be found under the tree bows... but other interesting stories will be revealed by the plants that still remain.

Learn how to read the landscape and help us identify invasive species on Saturday May 31st from 10am - 12pm.

Event Details

Where -> Lower Spruce Plantation at the end of Stemmle Drive

Follow this Google Maps link for directions.

Please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the hike!

W hat you need:

• Your curiosity and imagination!

• A completed volunteer waiver. If you've volunteered with us already, you don't need to fill this out!

• Closed-toe shoes

• Weather appropriate clothing

• Water/snacks

Event attendance is by donation. If you are youth under 30, are caring for children, have a fixed income or if the donation would otherwise be a barrier to attend, please select the free ticket. All donations go towards our neighborhood stewardship efforts. For more info about our program visit our website or follow us on social media - Instagram, Facebook.

How to get there and other details:

The meeting area is accessible via YRT 32 (McClellan Way / Briardale Pl) , and the VIVA Blue Line (YRT 98, YRT 98E) stop at Henderson Drive (2.6 km walk from Henderson). Parking can be found on Stemmle Drive.

There are no public washrooms on the property. The closest one is at the Harvey's in the Metro Plaza (Yonge and Henderson).

Masks are encouraged. Please do not come to the event if you are feeling unwell.

Have any questions? Contact us: society.homegrown@gmail.com