The last couple of weeks have been great in the Dundas Valley, with ever changing weather and the introduction of the first ever Family Day Hot Chocolate Festival.
With these mild temperatures the snow, when it came, tended to be the wet sticky kind, which is just the kind that Rosie hates as it tends to stick to her fur, giving her paws the appearance of wearing white icy boots. Entertaining for me, not much fun for her.
On February 12, we hiked the trails around Sherman Falls. With the layer of fresh snow, the surrounding valley was beautiful and it was nice to be creating fresh tracks as we approached the base of this sixty foot tall waterfall, one of my favorites in the area.
This past Christmas I received a small hiking thermos as a gift and have now made it a habit to try and hike into a great area like this each weekend in order to have my morning coffee in an outdoor setting.
Having Sherman Falls to myself on this snowy morning made my coffee that much more enjoyable. 
Heading out on February 18, we hiked the trails from Tews Falls, along the valley edge towards the Dundas Peak. 
Enjoying my coffee at the viewing platform by Tews Falls was amazing with the only downside being the discovery that I had left the memory card for my camera at home. The following photos were taken with my iPhone.
Tews Falls is another favorite of mine and is a rare treasure in this area. At 134 feet tall (41 metres), it is the highest in the Hamilton area and is only 40 feet shorter than Niagara Falls. I am looking forward to a return visit in the summer with the opportunity to hike into this site from the bottom.
This event, which came about through the initiative of 9 year old Dundas resident Braden Marshall, was a huge success with upwards of 1500 people along with dogs and the occasional horse visiting, hiking and sampling hot chocolate.
Gorilla Cheese was on hand making their delicious grilled cheese delicacies and music was provided by legendary songwriter and singer John Ellison. It was a thrill to meet and chat with John, whose hit “Some Kind of Wonderful” is one of the most played radio songs ever written.
With opportunities to make your own birdfeeder as well as story reading for the kids by some area authors, it was a terrific day of community and I’m sure the first of what will become a popular annual event.
With these mild temperatures the snow, when it came, tended to be the wet sticky kind, which is just the kind that Rosie hates as it tends to stick to her fur, giving her paws the appearance of wearing white icy boots. Entertaining for me, not much fun for her.
On February 12, we hiked the trails around Sherman Falls. With the layer of fresh snow, the surrounding valley was beautiful and it was nice to be creating fresh tracks as we approached the base of this sixty foot tall waterfall, one of my favorites in the area.
This past Christmas I received a small hiking thermos as a gift and have now made it a habit to try and hike into a great area like this each weekend in order to have my morning coffee in an outdoor setting. Having Sherman Falls to myself on this snowy morning made my coffee that much more enjoyable. Heading out on February 18, we hiked the trails from Tews Falls, along the valley edge towards the Dundas Peak. Enjoying my coffee at the viewing platform by Tews Falls was amazing with the only downside being the discovery that I had left the memory card for my camera at home. The following photos were taken with my iPhone.
Tews Falls is another favorite of mine and is a rare treasure in this area. At 134 feet tall (41 metres), it is the highest in the Hamilton area and is only 40 feet shorter than Niagara Falls. I am looking forward to a return visit in the summer with the opportunity to hike into this site from the bottom.
The first ever Family Day Hot Chocolate Festival took place on Monday, February 20 at the Dundas Valley Trail Centre.
This event, which came about through the initiative of 9 year old Dundas resident Braden Marshall, was a huge success with upwards of 1500 people along with dogs and the occasional horse visiting, hiking and sampling hot chocolate.
Gorilla Cheese was on hand making their delicious grilled cheese delicacies and music was provided by legendary songwriter and singer John Ellison. It was a thrill to meet and chat with John, whose hit “Some Kind of Wonderful” is one of the most played radio songs ever written. With opportunities to make your own birdfeeder as well as story reading for the kids by some area authors, it was a terrific day of community and I’m sure the first of what will become a popular annual event.
For a month that is typically cold and dreary, this February has been unique, filled with sun and mild conditions perfect for outdoor activity. I am looking forward to seeing what March will bring.
Get out and enjoy this weekend!
Great blog!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pics!
Love Dundas - have roots there myself.
Looking forward to your further posts!
Patti Zonta