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LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
4-mile hike with moderate hills, rocky terrain and some larger obstacles.
This hike will be meeting in the Houghton’s Pond parking lot by the children’s playground.
Walk it off before you cook it off! Thanksgiving Morning Hike. Thank you for Rosa for leading!
- If you have hiking poles, please bring them.
- Sturdy walking shoes required.
- Dress in layers for the weather.
- Inclement weather will cancel.
- Bring at least 1 liter of water and a snack.
- No children under 12 and no pets, please.
We start as a group and end as a group; nobody is left behind!
Important Reminders:
Hike Release Form: Please fill out the hike release form before joining the hike. This helps ensure everyone’s safety and well-being.
Commitment: Please do not sign up unless you are certain you can attend, as spaces are limited.
Pace and Duration: The hike is designed to be a leisurely walk, not a race. Expect to spend about 2 hours exploring the trails, with plenty of time to appreciate the scenery.
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LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
Hiking is fantastic exercise and a perfect way to enjoy nature. So, it’s understandable that you would want your dog to join you on the trail! Â
This hike will be meeting in the Houghton’s Pond parking lot by the children’s playground.
We start as a group and end as a group; nobody is left behind!
Please be the responsible pet parent and pick up after your dog promptly!
Important Reminders:
Hike Release Form: Please fill out the hike release form before joining the hike. This helps ensure everyone’s safety and well-being.
Commitment: Please do not sign up unless you are certain you can attend, as spaces are limited to 8
Pace and Duration: The hike is designed to be a leisurely walk, not a race.
Sign up below!
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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.Â
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LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Winter Solstice Sunrise Hike- Location to be determined
- If there is snow or ice, please wear microspikes/crampons
- If you have hiking poles, please bring them.
- Sturdy walking shoes required.
- Dress in layers for the weather.
- Inclement weather will cancel.
- Bring at least 1 liter of water and a snack.
Join the Friends of the Blue Hills and the Blue Hills Ski Area on Friday, January 24th for an evening of winter fun at Winterfest!
We have big plans for this year’s FREE event!
- The coveted Best Chili in the Blue Hills Chili Cookoff–our goal is 6 contestants this year!
- Discounted skiing and lessons–no natural snow? No worries with all the new snowmaking equipment this season.
- Tubing on the brand new tubing hill right outside the lodge.
- Kite-flying and balance boarding courtesy of our friends at the Blue Hill Observatory.
- The return of the night-time hike!
- Live music
- Adult beverages for sale
- Arts & crafts for the kids
- Shoe demos and custom t-shirt imprinting at the Mobile Shoe Store from The Run House in Walpole
What better way to enjoy the company of old and new friends. For more information, email info@FriendsoftheBlueHills.org.Â
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PHOTO RELEASE
By signing up for this event I grant permission to Friends of the Blue Hills to use photographs and/or videos taken of me during this event. I understand that these images may be used for promotional purposes, including but not limited to social media, website, brochures, and other marketing materials produced by FBH. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product where my likeness appears. I acknowledge that the photographs and/or videos taken are the property of FBH, and I release all claims against the organization and its representatives for the use of said images.
By signing up, I confirm that I have read and understood the terms of this release.
The Boston Outdoor Expo is coming back to Boston, MA, March 1 & 2, 2025. 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!