Invasive Plants that Threaten the Blue Hills
Do you love the Blue Hills’ forests? Do you want to learn what threatens the forests and how you can help keep them healthy? Watch arboretum director, Debbie Merriam, to explore the world of invasive plants that live in the Blue Hills and threaten our native plants...
DCR Ponkapoag Pond Master Plan Public Meeting
Want to know the plans that Department of Conservation and Recreation has for Ponkapoag Pond? Attend an online public information meeting to hear about the final design of the Ponkapoag Pond master plan. See details below. DCR Ponkapoag Pond Master Plan Public...
Green Up the Blue Hills Sponsorship
GREEN UP THE BLUE HILLS 2023 Green Up the Blue Hills takes place on Sunday, April 30, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the AMC Cabins at Ponkapoag Pond. This annual event attracts over 100 people of all ages to help protect the forest from the invasive plant, garlic...Who will win the chili cook-off?
Who will the winner be at this year’s Winter Fest chili cook-off? Why you of course! You’ll not only taste chili from four great restaurants – but also enjoy live Irish music, a night hike, crafts and discounted downhill skiing rates. How can you...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: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[...]
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[...]
Mar
25
Tue
2025
10:00 am
Trash Pick Up!
@ Trailside Museum
Trash Pick Up!
@ Trailside Museum
Mar 25 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Get some fresh air and exercise… and give back to an amazing park that serves thousands of visitors each year. Please join us on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 10:00 am to noontime. No experience[...]
Mar
29
Sat
2025
9:00 am
Trash Pick up with Mary
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Trash Pick up with Mary
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Mar 29 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Join our Membership Coordinator, Mary Timilty to clean the park! 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[...]