Firebuilding lesson with s'mores in Toronto

Fire building is an essential survival skill in the wilderness. It can help purify water, cook food, provide warmth, and create a cozy spot to gather with friends.

Join us at the Trillium Park fire pit to learn the fundamentals of fire building, with tips for starting a fire in cold conditions. Then, unwind by the warm glow of the fire and enjoy making delicious S'mores!

18:30 - 19:00: Fire building Lesson at Trillium Park Firepit

19:00 - 21:30: Roast marshmallows, hang around the fire

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Winter clothing

We'll be outside on what's potentially a very cold night so dress in warm layers and wear all your cosiest clothing!

A hot drink is also encouraged as we will be standing outside.

We will be providing items for S'mores however it is encouraged to bring a warm drink with you as well.

There is road work being done around here so parking can be difficult - there is often parking available outside Budweiser stage.

We like to share some of the indigenous background of the areas we visit because these territories have rich histories that are easy to overlook. Indigenous communities have a connection to and respect for the land that has largely been lost since European settlement. As we strive to form a deeper connection with the land, we have much to learn from these communities. You can use the Native Land map to learn more about these areas.

Toronto has a particularly long and varied indigenous history, groups who maintain connections to the land include:

1. The Anishinaabe: This includes the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Algonquin peoples. They have lived in the region for centuries and continue to have a presence in the area.
2. The Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy: This includes the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora nations. They have historical connections to the land around Toronto.
3. The Huron-Wendat: They were once the primary inhabitants of the Toronto area before being displaced by European colonization and other Indigenous groups. The Huron-Wendat nation now resides in Wendake, Quebec, but maintains a historical connection to Toronto.
4. The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation: This is a Mississauga Ojibwe First Nation located near Brantford, Ontario. They have treaty rights and historical connections to the land that is now the city of Toronto.
5. The Métis: The Métis people, who are of mixed Indigenous and European ancestry, also have connections to the region