Hiking Gage Park and Greenhouse

HIKE TITLE

Gage Park and Greenhouse

DATE

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

HIKE LEADER(S)

Craig Sim

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

simcraig54@gmail.com 289-659-0007 (Day of hike only)

GENERAL LOCATION

(Locality, city and/or landmark)

Gage Park, Hamilton

MEETING AND START TIME

Meet at 9:45 for 10:00 start

SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

(Include exact address, GPS coordinate and/or map)

Gage Park parking lot off of Lawrence Rd. Park at the edge of the lot closest to Greenhouse.

DISTANCE

6k +/-

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

moderate

DURATION APPROX

2.5hrs (includes some greenhouse time)

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Easy

TYPE OF HIKE:

i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination

Loop

HIKE GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

Urban walk, Gage Park to an old boulevard, admire older homes, warm up in a tropical greenhouse after. Greenhouse is typically free unless special events, none are anticipated.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Yes. A Must.  Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.

CANCELLATION

• If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other HOC members may take your spot.

• The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance.

ONLINE REGISTRATION &

HIKER GROUP SIZE 

Registration opens 2 weeks before the hike. Up to 20 Hikers are welcome to participate in this event

WHAT TO BRING

• Wear supportive footwear with good tread.

• Dress in layers according to weather; wear/bring waterproof rainwear.

• Bring snacks and enough water for the duration of the hike.

• Sun protection if necessary.

• Icers are mandatory in winter conditions

Other Specifics to Your Hike

i.e. social to follow hike

Optional beverage/food after.