Concerned about what to wear when you visit Hillside? No problem!
We suggest you look at the forecast for the day. Weather changes regularly and a warm sunny day today does not guarantee a warm sunny day tomorrow.
While at Hillside, students learn outside in all types of weather. Please remind students (and adult volunteers) to dress for the weather and be prepared for active participation (this includes wearing appropriate footwear).
Wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts protect against UV rays, mosquitoes (West Nile virus) and deer ticks (Lyme disease). Your experience at Hillside will involve being outside so it is important, for your safety and enjoyment, to dress appropriately.
How to prevent tick bites and Lyme disease
- Wear light-coloured clothing so ticks are easy to see
- Cover up by wearing closed footwear and tucking pants into socks
- Use a repellent that contains DEET or Icaridin and follow the manufacturer’s directions
- Perform full-body checks on yourself, children, and pets
- When you get home, put your clothes in the dryer on high heat for at least 10 minutes before washing them
- Find out how Lyme disease is identified and treated
City of Toronto has a website with more information about ticks and Lyme Disease.
More information about Lyme Disease;
It is always better to bring a little extra gear that remains in your backpack or at Hillside while you are out hiking, than to come and be cold and uncomfortable.
In addition, Hillside does have a stockpile of extra clothing (coats, hats, mittens, boots, etc.), just in case there is a rapid change in weather.
