Job Posting: Part-time Social Media Assistant
Friends of the Blue Hills Social Media Assistant The Friends of the Blue Hills is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the Blue Hills Reservation in its natural state and serves as a watchdog of activities that might adversely affect...Transcript: Blue Hills A-Live interview with Les Tyrala
Blue Hills A-Live interview with Les Tyrala Judy Jacobs: Have you ever walked up Great Blue Hill from the Trailside Museum on the Red Dot trail? Have you ever thought about how unique it is? How Great Blue is the highest point around, and the rocks that you scramble...Re-buliding History at Brookwood Farm
Steven O’Shaughnessy, an expert in preservation carpentry from North Bennet Street School, describes some of the rich history of Brookwood...
Toy Collection Ride
Upcoming Events
Mar
1
Sat
2025
10:00 am
Boston Outdoor Expo-Day 1
@ Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Boston Outdoor Expo-Day 1
@ Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Mar 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The Boston Outdoor Expo is back on March 1-2, 2025 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or just starting your outdoor journey, this event is packed with everything you[...]
Mar
2
Sun
2025
10:00 am
Boston Outdoor Expo-Day 2
@ Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Boston Outdoor Expo-Day 2
@ Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Mar 2 @ 10:00 am – Mar 3 @ 4:00 pm
The Boston Outdoor Expo is back on March 1-2, 2025 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or just starting your outdoor journey, this event is packed with everything you[...]
Mar
7
Fri
2025
9:00 am
Hike with Rosa
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Hike with Rosa
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Mar 7 @ 9:00 am
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. Join the Friends of the Blue[...]
Mar
8
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-
Mar 8 @ 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![...]
Mar
14
Fri
2025
5:00 pm
Widow Walkers Hikes-3/14/25 Pi D...
@ Widowmaker Brewing
Widow Walkers Hikes-3/14/25 Pi D...
@ Widowmaker Brewing
Mar 14 @ 5:00 pm
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[...]
Mar
16
Sun
2025
10:00 am
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Mar 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce Event Details: – When: Sunday, March 16th 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[...]
Mar
17
Mon
2025
10:00 am
Family Vernal Pools Adventure
@ Houghton's Pond
Family Vernal Pools Adventure
@ Houghton's Pond
Mar 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Please join us for a hike around The Blue Hills to learn about Vernal Pools A hike to vernal pools offers a glimpse into one of nature’s most important ecosystems. These temporary wetlands, typically found[...]
Mar
20
Thu
2025
10:00 am
Spring Equinox Hike with Ruth!
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Spring Equinox Hike with Ruth!
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Mar 20 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: MODERATE 4-mile hike with moderate hills, rocky terrain and some larger obstacles. A hike through the Friends of the Blue Hills offers a serene escape into nature not too far from the[...]
Mar
24
Mon
2025
10:00 am
Ashes to New Beginnings Hike
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Ashes to New Beginnings Hike
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Mar 24 @ 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[...]