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For most of us in Ontario, the snow has arrived and the parkas have been taken out of the closet. But even though temperatures are dipping below freezing, there is no reason to stop walking! In fact, studies show that walking can chase away the winter blues. This article has some fantastic tips to keep in mind when taking strolls in the cooler weather. Ontario has some of the most beautiful landscapes for winter walking in North America.
Let’s start with the Bruce Trail, Canada’s oldest and longest footpath which stretches from the Niagara Escarpment to Tobermory. There are many access points for the trail and it spans over 885 km. For those of you who’d like an introduction before you venture out on your own, there are nine different Bruce Trail Clubs throughout Ontario which offer guided tours and organized hikes.
The Ontario Trails website is a hub of information for winter walkers, as is hikeontario.com. Not only do they include activities listings but the Ontario Trails site also has maps which highlight trails specifically for hiking and walking.
If access to a more remote walk location is a challenge for you city dwellers, why not try an urban walk? The Toronto Bruce Trail Club, for example, leads walks through various parts of the city at different skill levels, all winter long. Walkers meet at a common location, such as a subway station, and spend the afternoon experiencing sections of their city in a whole new way. Ottawa also offers walking tours throughout the year and has a number of walking clubs that provide opportunities for meeting new people while exploring our nation’s capital.
For those who want an extra “thrill” when walking, try a haunted historical walking tour! Visit http://www.ghosttoursofcanada.com/ to find out about haunted walking tours in your area.
And, if you’re looking for a walking buddy or interested in finding MS Walk team-mates, http://walkers.meetup.com/ might just be the site you’re looking for!
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