If you want to help care for the forest, join us for ‘Invasive Plant Removal with Charlie!’
On the fourth Friday of the month, you can help protect the forest by removing invasive species in the park. Your work will protect endangered species in the park.
When you sign up, we’ll let you know the location about a week in advance. Please wear sturdy shoes (no sandals) and long pants. Please bring plenty of water and if you have a favorite pair of gardening gloves, please bring them. We’ll provide gloves, if you don’t have them, and all the tools required. No experience necessary. Thanks to Charlie for leading this event.
Are you curious about how you can lead an event? Contact us at info@friendsofthebluehills.org. We’d love to talk to you!
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This group will be meeting at Houghton’s Pond Recreation Area.
Get some fresh air and exercise… and give back to an amazing park that serves tens of thousands of visitors each year.
You will be helping to care for the trails by improving erosion structures, raking and digging out the ditches next to trails or cutting brush. Your work will keep the trails from eroding and make sure people can explore the park.
Please wear sturdy shoes (no sandals) and long pants. If you have a favorite pair of gardening gloves, please bring them. Please bring at least a liter of water as well. We will provide all the tools and training you’ll need. No experience necessary.
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The Boston Outdoor Expo is coming to Boston, MA, Spring 2024. This is the biggest community meet-up of the year, bringing together inspirational speakers, cutting edge technologies and the best outdoor gear all under one roof. If you love hiking, climbing, open water swimming, paddle boarding, camping, mountain biking, trail running or just being outside, this event is for you!
Swing by our booth to say hello. We can’t wait to see you at the show!
Please join the Friends of the Blue Hills on Saturday, May 4th to celebrate the life of Kristin Kubera with a hike in her memory.
Friends, family, and community members are invited to embark on a self-guided hike to the top of Great Blue Hill. It is our hope the experience will bring Kristin’s loved ones together in a positive way to support a great cause, and to celebrate her life by doing something she loved to do.
Kristin was adventurous and lived life to the fullest. She was well on her way to hiking every 4,000 ft mountain in New Hampshire. She completed tasks from her bucket list early and often, such as catching a wave on her very first try while surfing in Hawaii, and skydiving without telling her mom until after she landed. But Kristin’s true passion was her value and love for her family.
Kristin grew up in Milton in a loving home with warm-hearted neighbors. She graduated from Fontbonne Academy (class of ’18) and went on to graduate from UMass Amherst (class of ’22), both with honors. She was a genuine and caring friend who was beloved by many classmates from high school and college.
In Kristin’s honor, we are raising funds for the Friends of the Blue Hills and an organization close to her heart, Comfort Zone Camp (CZC). CZC is a non-profit bereavement camp for children experiencing the loss of a primary caregiver or sibling. Kristin attended CZC as a child and later volunteered to support other grieving youth. Suggested donation day of the hike is $10.
Rain date May 5th. Hiking time is 20 to 60 minutes depending on hiking speed. Length is about two miles with an elevation gain of around 400ft.
Join us to celebrate the life of this young hiker and nature lover. Sign up on the page below, and scan the QR code to donate.
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Join Us for the 2024 Cycling Kickoff Event!
Get ready to pedal into the new riding season with our exciting cycling kickoff event! Blue Hills Cycling Club, Southeast MA chapter of NEMBA (New England Mountain Bike Association) and Landry’s Bicycles are excited to collaborate in presenting the 2024 Season Opener! It’s a mixer, bringing together mountain bikers and road cyclists for great riding and the social event of the season!
Guided Mountain Bike Rides in Blue Hills Reservation – Explore the scenic trails of the Blue Hills Reservation with our knowledgeable guides. Choose from a variety of routes suitable for all skill levels.
Led Road Rides in Canton, Milton, and Surrounding Towns – Hit the open road with our group rides and experience the thrill of cycling with fellow enthusiasts.
Food Truck On-Site – Refuel and recharge with delicious eats from our food truck. Grab a bite to eat and mingle with fellow riders.
MTB and E-MTB Test Rides and Demos – Curious about the latest mountain bikes or e-mountain bikes? Test ride and demo a variety of models to find your perfect match.
Proceeds Support Friends of Blue Hills – Your registration fees will go towards supporting the Friends of Blue Hills, helping to preserve and protect this beautiful natural area.
On-site check-in opens 8:30 am, please be sure to arrive early to be ready to ride at 9:00 am.
Get some fresh air and exercise… and give back to an amazing park that serves tens of thousands of visitors each year.
You will be helping to care for the trails by improving erosion structures, raking and digging out the ditches next to trails or cutting brush. Your work will keep the trails from eroding and make sure people can explore the park.
Please wear sturdy shoes (no sandals) and long pants. If you have a favorite pair of gardening gloves, please bring them. Please bring at least a liter of water as well. We will provide all the tools and training you’ll need. No experience necessary.
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