The Friends of the Blue Hills invites new members for a special New Member Walk at Ponkapoag Pond for a guided tour of the bog and pond with University of Massachusetts Professor and Chair of the Biology Department, Rick Kesseli. Enjoy a light refreshments, meet the...
Many of the birds that breed on Blue Hills hilltops are uncommon anywhere else in the area. Experienced birder, Evan Lipton, shares some Blue Hills’ stories and tips for new birders.  Thanks to Evan Lipton for this article and photo. On a trip to Buck Hill in May, I...
Thank you for helping to protect the part of the Blue Hills called Indian Line Farm and the nearby state park Farnham-Connolly Memorial Park. Â Below you’ll find a sample letter. Â Don’t forget to personalize it. Â Let us know if you have questions...
The Blue Hills is a wonderful treasure so close to Boston with miles of trails to explore and amazing views to enjoy. Whether you’re hiking the steep Skyline Trail, walking gentle paths, biking Buck Hill or just taking your dog for a stroll, you will enjoy the park...
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[...]
Thank you for your interest in the Twlight Hike during Winterfest 2025. The plan is for an out-and-back hike leaving the ski area around 430 pm. The hike should take about 30 minutes total. Thank[...]
This hike will be meeting at Fisherman’s Beach, 1060 Randolph Street, Canton, MA at 9:00am Sharp Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Hike! Thank you to Kay for leading! If you have[...]
Weather Wonders Series Hear from Blue Hill Observatory weather observer and graduate student in atmospheric science Amanda Joly about the unique characteristics of nor’easters, with a particular emphasis on their effects in the Blue Hills[...]
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![...]
You’re invited to a presentation by Ty Gagne, author of the new book The Lions of Winter: Survival and Sacrifice on Mount Washington, taking place on Saturday, February 8 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM inside[...]
This women’s hike will be meeting at the North Lot at Trailside Museum, 1880 Canton Ave., Milton Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Women’s Hike! Thank you to Kay for leading! If[...]
Join the Friends of the Blue Hills along with our partners Widowmaker Brewing and ARC’TERYX as we launch the 2025 Widow Walkers Hike Series. All hikes will meet at Widowmaker Brewing, 200 Wood Road Braintree[...]
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[...]