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Blue Hills Reservation 27th Annual First Day Hikes

Blue Hills Reservation 27th Annual First Day Hikes

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Dec 15, 2017 | Blog

First Day Hikes Blue Hills Wildlife: noon – 1 pm Hot cocoa & snacks for sale Three DCR Ranger-led Hikes at 1 pm Houghton’s Pond main parking lot, 840 Hillside St, Milton, MA Join the “Granddaddy of First Day Hikes” and celebrate New Year’s Day in the Blue...
Job Posting: Part-time Social Media Assistant

Job Posting: Part-time Social Media Assistant

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Dec 15, 2017 | Blog

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

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Dec 7, 2017 | FaceBook Live

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

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Dec 6, 2017 | Blog

Steven O’Shaughnessy, an expert in preservation carpentry from North Bennet Street School, describes some of the rich history of Brookwood...
Toy Collection Ride

Toy Collection Ride

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Dec 6, 2017 | Blog

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Upcoming Events

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
Walk with a Doc @ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot A- | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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
Trail Maintenance at the Friends of the Blue Hills
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
Let's Go Fishing with Elevate Youth 2025! @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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
Hike with Rosa @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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[...]
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
ARC'TERYX RUN BOSTON-10k Trail Race @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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
Invasive Plant Removal at Burma Road @ Farnham Connolly | Canton | Massachusetts | United States
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
Ashes to New Beginnings Hike @ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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
2025 Annual Celebration: Fuel the Next Adventure! @ Irish Cultural Centre | Canton | Massachusetts | United States
🎉 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
20
Sat
2025
7:00 am Woman’s Only Hike With Evangeline @ Houghton's Pond
Woman’s Only Hike With Evangeline @ Houghton's Pond
Sep 20 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 am
Woman's Only Hike With Evangeline @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
Women’s Fitness-Focused Hike at Blue HillsMeeting Point: Houghton’s Pond Parking LotTime: 7:00 AM sharpLevel of Difficulty: Moderate to ChallengingDuration: Approximately 1.5 hours Join us for a women-only hike led by Evangeline, a Reiki Practitioner, yoga[...]
9:00 am Nature Journaling for Kids @ Houghton's Pond
Nature Journaling for Kids @ Houghton's Pond
Sep 20 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Nature Journaling for Kids @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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[...]
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
Widow Walkers Hikes-9/21/25 Feeling of Fall Hike @ Widowmaker Brewing | Braintree | Massachusetts | United States
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[...]
Sep
27
Sat
2025
9:00 am Kid Friendly Hike @ Houghton's Pond
Kid Friendly Hike @ Houghton's Pond
Sep 27 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Kid Friendly Hike @ Houghton's Pond | Canton | Massachusetts | United States
The Signup is closed, If you would like to join the hike please meet Caitie at the Playground at 8:50 at Houghton’s Pond. Please check in with her there. Bring the whole family and join[...]
10:00 am Kyle Ollmann’s Memorial Hike @ Shea Rink
Kyle Ollmann’s Memorial Hike @ Shea Rink
Sep 27 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Kyle Ollmann's Memorial Hike @ Shea Rink | Quincy | Massachusetts | United States
A lifelong resident of Quincy Kyle was a graduate of Quincy High School, Class of 2019. Kyle’s family was extremely proud of him to have bought his first house at 22 years old after all[...]
5:30 pm Evening Hike With Thomas @ Houghton's Pond
Evening Hike With Thomas @ Houghton's Pond
Sep 27 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Evening Hike With Thomas @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: MODERATE Please meet Thomas at Houghton’s Pond. He will wait for all hikers to arrive! 4-mile hike with moderate hills, rocky terrain and some larger obstacles. Join the Friends of the Blue Hills[...]
Sep
28
Sun
2025
7:00 am Every Body Hikes! Hike With Evan... @ Houghton's Pond
Every Body Hikes! Hike With Evan... @ Houghton's Pond
Sep 28 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 am
Every Body Hikes! Hike With Evangeline! @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
Meeting Point: Houghton’s Pond Parking LotTime: 7:00 AM sharp Level of Difficulty: ModerateDuration: Approximately 1.5 hours Join us for a refreshing coed wellness hike led by Evangeline—a Reiki Practitioner, yoga instructor, and community builder. These[...]
Oct
1
Wed
2025
7:00 am Your Morning 3-Miler with Melissa @ TBD
Your Morning 3-Miler with Melissa @ TBD
Oct 1 @ 7:00 am – 8:30 am
Your Morning 3-Miler with Melissa @ TBD | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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[...]
Oct
4
Sat
2025
7:00 am Every Body Hikes! Hike With Evan... @ Houghton's Pond
Every Body Hikes! Hike With Evan... @ Houghton's Pond
Oct 4 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 am
Every Body Hikes! Hike With Evangeline! @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
Meeting Point: Houghton’s Pond Parking LotTime: 7:00 AM sharp Level of Difficulty: ModerateDuration: Approximately 1.5 hours Join us for a refreshing coed wellness hike led by Evangeline—a Reiki Practitioner, yoga instructor, and community builder. These[...]
9:00 am Trail Maintenance at the Friends...
Trail Maintenance at the Friends...
Oct 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Trail Maintenance at the Friends of the Blue Hills
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 debris, raking paths, picking up[...]
Oct
5
Sun
2025
9:00 am Colonial Road Runner Club Race @ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Colonial Road Runner Club Race @ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Oct 5 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Colonial Road Runner Club Race @ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
These trail races follow rolling courses over dirt roads and forest paths in the Houghton’s Pond section of the scenic DCR Blue Hills Reservation, a few miles south of Boston.  The routes avoid steep hiking[...]
Oct
6
Mon
2025
10:00 am Invasive Plant Removal location TBD
Invasive Plant Removal location TBD
Oct 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Invasive Plant Removal location TBD @ Canton | Massachusetts | United States
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,[...]
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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
Walk with a Doc @ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot A- | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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
Trail Maintenance at the Friends of the Blue Hills
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
Let's Go Fishing with Elevate Youth 2025! @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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
Hike with Rosa @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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[...]
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
ARC'TERYX RUN BOSTON-10k Trail Race @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
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[...]
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