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Upcoming Events
Aug
25
Mon
2025
10:00 am
Let’s Go Fishing with Elevate Yo...
@ Houghton's Pond
Let’s Go Fishing with Elevate Yo...
@ Houghton's Pond
Aug 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Calling all local kids and families! Join us at Houghton’s Pond for a FREE day of fishing–and fun! All fishing equipment, plus instruction, will be provided. /* "function"==typeof InitializeEditor,callIfLoaded:function(o){return!(!gform.domLoaded||!gform.scriptsLoaded||!gform.themeScriptsLoaded&&!gform.isFormEditor()||(gform.isFormEditor()&&console.warn("The use of gform.initializeOnLoaded()[...]
Aug
26
Tue
2025
6:00 pm
Take a Frog Walk
@ Houghton's Pond
Take a Frog Walk
@ Houghton's Pond
Aug 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for a fun and educational Frog Hike, where we’ll explore local wetlands, ponds, and streams in search of frogs, tadpoles, and other fascinating amphibians! Led by a Caitie, a nature enthusiast with a[...]
Aug
28
Thu
2025
10:00 am
Nature Journaling for Kids
@ Houghton's Pond
Nature Journaling for Kids
@ Houghton's Pond
Aug 28 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
On our nature journaling hike, we will become young explorers and scientists. As we walk along the trails, we will use our eyes, ears, and even noses to discover the wonders of nature all around[...]
Aug
30
Sat
2025
12:30 pm
Kid Friendly Hike
@ Houghton's Pond
Kid Friendly Hike
@ Houghton's Pond
Aug 30 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Bring the whole family and join us for a Kid-Friendly Nature Hike, a calm, welcoming walk perfect for children and their grown-ups who want to enjoy the outdoors together. This easy-paced hike is designed with young[...]
Sep
1
Mon
2025
7:00 am
Blue Hills Bird Walk!
@ Burma Trail Parking
Blue Hills Bird Walk!
@ Burma Trail Parking
Sep 1 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Join us for a peaceful birdwatching hike through the beautiful Blue Hills! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced birder, this is a great chance to spot local birds and enjoy nature. You’ll enjoy learning from[...]
7:00 am
Your Morning 3-Miler
@ TBD
Your Morning 3-Miler
@ TBD
Sep 1 @ 7:00 am – 8:30 am
How do you start your mornings before work? Brew a cup of coffee, read the news, or watch some TV? Friends of the Blue Hills has a better idea… Why not start your day with[...]
Sep
6
Sat
2025
9:00 am
Hike with Kay!
@ Donovan School
Hike with Kay!
@ Donovan School
Sep 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
This hike will be meeting at the Donovan School, 123 Reed St, Randolph, MA 02368, at 9:00am Sharp The Blue Hills are rich with natural resources. Starting at the Donovan School upper parking lot (left[...]
10:00 am
Discover Orienteering @ Houghton...
@ Houghton's Pond
Discover Orienteering @ Houghton...
@ Houghton's Pond
Sep 6 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Ready for an outdoor adventure? Join Navigation Games for an exciting Introduction to Orienteering at beautiful Houghton’s Pond! This fun, all-ages activity invites you to learn the basics of orienteering—an outdoor navigation sport where you use a map and[...]
Sep
7
Sun
2025
10:00 am
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Sep 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce Event Details: – When: Sunday, September 7th 10:00 am-12:00 pm – Meeting Point: Playground at Houghton’s Pond – Leaders: Bruce Dezube – Sign-Up: Guests must sign up in advance Hike Description: Join Bruce for[...]
Sep
13
Sat
2025
8:30 am
Walk with a Doc
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot A-
Walk with a Doc
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot A-
Sep 13 @ 8:30 am
This walking program is a fun and safe place to take a walk (at your pace), learn health tips from local healthcare professionals, and meet new people. The event is FREE and all are welcome![...]
9:00 am
Trail Maintenance at the Friends...
Trail Maintenance at the Friends...
Sep 13 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Meeting Location: Houghton’s Pond! HERE Join us for a volunteer day dedicated to maintaining and improving the trails at The Friends of the Blue Hills. We’ll focus on essential tasks like brushing back overgrowth, clearing[...]
10:00 am
Let’s Go Fishing with Elevate Yo...
@ Houghton's Pond
Let’s Go Fishing with Elevate Yo...
@ Houghton's Pond
Sep 13 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Calling all local kids and families! Join us at Houghton’s Pond for a FREE day of fishing–and fun! All fishing equipment, plus instruction, will be provided. #gform_wrapper_23[data-form-index="0"].gform-theme,[data-parent-form="23_0"]{--gf-color-primary: #204ce5;--gf-color-primary-rgb: 32, 76, 229;--gf-color-primary-contrast: #fff;--gf-color-primary-contrast-rgb:[...]
Sep
14
Sun
2025
7:30 am
Hike with Rosa
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Hike with Rosa
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Sep 14 @ 7:30 am
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY:Â 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. Join the Friends of the Blue[...]
10:00 am
ARC’TERYX RUN BOSTON-10k Trail Race
@ Houghton's Pond
ARC’TERYX RUN BOSTON-10k Trail Race
@ Houghton's Pond
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am
Join our partner Arc’Teryx Boston for a 10k trail race at Blue Hills Reservation followed by complimentary refreshments and a post-race celebration! This event is for all paces and skill levels; all are welcome. 1st[...]
Sep
15
Mon
2025
10:00 am
Invasive Plant Removal at Burma ...
@ Farnham Connolly
Invasive Plant Removal at Burma ...
@ Farnham Connolly
Sep 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Volunteer Event: Invasive Species Removal at Friends of the Blue Hills Join us for a hands-on volunteer event aimed at removing harmful invasive species, Mile-A-Minute, from our beautiful local park. These plants disrupt native ecosystems,[...]
Sep
18
Thu
2025
10:00 am
Ashes to New Beginnings Hike
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Ashes to New Beginnings Hike
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Sep 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: MODERATE This hike will be approximately 3 miles, with some elevated difficult terrain and rocky obstacles. Wear sturdy footwear. This hike will begin at 840 Hillside St, Houghton’s Pond, by the playground. Hikes[...]
6:30 pm
2025 Annual Celebration: Fuel th...
@ Irish Cultural Centre
2025 Annual Celebration: Fuel th...
@ Irish Cultural Centre
Sep 18 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
🎉 It’s More Than a Fundraiser — It’s a Celebration of Adventure Join us for an unforgettable evening that puts the fun in fundraising! Whether you come for the outdoor vibe, the vibrant community, or the chance to[...]
Sep
21
Sun
2025
10:00 am
Widow Walkers Hikes-9/21/25 Feel...
@ Widowmaker Brewing
Widow Walkers Hikes-9/21/25 Feel...
@ Widowmaker Brewing
Sep 21 @ 10:00 am
Join the Friends of the Blue Hills along with our partners Widowmaker Brewing and ARC’TERYX at the 2025 Widow Walkers Hike Series. All hikes will meet at Widowmaker Brewing, 200 Wood Road Braintree and the[...]