Well, you can definitely add Colonel Samuel Smith Park to your list of must-see places in the General Toronto Area (GTA). Located along the beautiful shoreline of Lake Ontario in Etobicoke, this park offers stunning views of the Toronto city skyline and is a haven for bird watchers, hikers and cyclists alike. Offering many amenities for families, such as a picnic area, playground, large playing field and wildlife observation deck, Colonel Samuel Smith Park is another top choice for experiencing Toronto’s beautiful landscape and wildlife.

Last week, I went to High Park for the first time. It’s hard to believe that I live in Toronto and have never explored such a beautiful park. For those needing reference, High Park in Toronto is much like a smaller version of Central Park in New York City. Under normal circumstances, you can visit the zoo, enjoy the baseball diamonds, soccer fields and tennis courts, take a ride on the trackless train, and walk under the cherry blossom trees blooming in the spring. Although many activities are currently closed as a result of the pandemic, there is still so much to see and explore.

Prior to the pandemic, I was always traveling. I was averaging 8 flights a month, partly due to living part-time in Massachusetts and partly because I had the constant urge to explore new places. Although I loved every minute of it, I was ignoring the one place that I truly called home - Ontario, Canada. Therefore, I have recently made it my mission to start exploring Ontario and its numerous city, provincial, and national parks and conservations areas. Each week, I will be posting about a new place in the province that I think is worthy of visiting. I’ll be honest about my experiences so you have a good idea of what to expect if you decide to explore.