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Jul
1
Tue
2025
Your Morning 3-Miler @ TBD
Jul 1 @ 7:00 am – 8:30 am
Your Morning 3-Miler @ 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 a 3-mile hike in the Blue Hills!

Starting your day with physical activity can boost energy, improve mood, enhance focus, and promote better sleep, ultimately leading to a more productive and positive day. Now doesn’t that sound wonderful? We think so!

If this sounds great please sign up below!

Please have the following for our hike! Hiking boots or hiking shoes & 1 L of water.
Optional items include: hiking poles, a snack, layers, tick/bug repellant, and camera (even coffee for those that need it).
NOTE: We are in TICK season! Ticks are active anytime the temperature is above freezing and the spring nymphs are known to carry Lyme disease, so take precautions, such as wearing long pants (tucked into your socks), wear repellant, and do a post-hike check!
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Jul
6
Sun
2025
Hike with Kay! @ Shea Rink
Jul 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Hike with Kay! @ Shea Rink | Quincy | Massachusetts | United States

This hike will be meeting at Shea Rink, 651 Willard St, Quincy, MA 02169 at 9:00am Sharp

On this hike you will pass through the old St Moritz Winter Carnival. Kay will have some insight on the history other resources to provide to you. This trail has light rolling hills and water features.  There will be a light review of the history with a focus on our beautiful woodsy trail.

Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Hike!  Thank you to Kay for leading!

  • If you have hiking poles, please bring them.
  • Sturdy walking shoes required.
  • Inclement weather will cancel.
  • Bring at least 1 liter of water and a snack.
  • No children under 12 and no pets, please.

We start as a group and end as a group; nobody is left behind.

Important Reminders:

Commitment: Please do not sign up unless you are certain you can attend, as spaces are limited.

Pace and Duration: This 3-4 mile hike is designed to be steady patient hiking pace with stopping allowed. Expect to spend about 2 hours exploring the trails, with plenty of time to appreciate the scenery.

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Aug
2
Sat
2025
Hike with Kay! @ Braintree Pass Path Trailhead
Aug 2 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Hike with Kay! @ Braintree Pass Path Trailhead | Milton | Massachusetts | United States

This hike will be meeting at Braintree Pass Path Trailhead, 1331 Randolph Ave, Milton, MA 02186 at 9:00am Sharp

Take a look at the change in the natural beauty and the regrowth since the fires of 2022. Kay has been hiking here since and can show you some of the change and history of the fire.

Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Hike!  Thank you to Kay for leading!

  • If you have hiking poles, please bring them.
  • Sturdy walking shoes required.
  • Inclement weather will cancel.
  • Bring at least 1 liter of water and a snack.
  • No children under 12 and no pets, please.

We start as a group and end as a group; nobody is left behind.

Important Reminders:

Commitment: Please do not sign up unless you are certain you can attend, as spaces are limited.

Pace and Duration: This 3-4 mile hike is designed to be steady patient hiking pace with stopping allowed. Expect to spend about 2 hours exploring the trails, with plenty of time to appreciate the scenery.

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Aug
9
Sat
2025
iNaturalist Walk @ Houghton’s Pond @ Houghton's Pond
Aug 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
iNaturalist Walk @ Houghton's Pond @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States

Join Us for an iNaturalist Hike at Houghton’s Pond with Friends of the Blue Hills!

Discover the hidden wildlife around you with naturalists Ann Schunior and Suzanne Mrozak during a guided iNaturalist hike at Houghton’s Pond!

Whether you’re an experienced nature lover or just starting to explore the outdoors, this walk is a great way to connect with the environment and learn how to use the iNaturalist app, a powerful citizen-science tool that helps identify wildlife and contributes valuable data for conservation efforts.

You’ll help us better understand and protect the amazing biodiversity in and around our urban areas.

Back in April, Ann hosted a Zoom session on how to use iNaturalist. You can watch the video here get familiar with iNaturalist before the hike.

Come explore the natural world in a whole new way with Suzanne and Ann. Let’s discover what’s living in our own backyard!

Click here to learn how to sign up for iNaturalist and to get familiar with iNaturalist as well!

We look forward to seeing you out on the trail!

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Aug
25
Mon
2025
Let’s Go Fishing with Elevate Youth 2025! @ Houghton's Pond
Aug 25 @ 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.

 

 

 

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Sep
6
Sat
2025
Hike with Kay! @ Donovan School
Sep 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Hike with Kay! @ Donovan School | Randolph | Massachusetts | United States

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 of the school) watch your feet as we pass through an area used often by local horseback riders.  We’ll cross the horse bridge to explore the East side of Ponkapoag and take a look at some of the natural resources along the way.

Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Hike!  Thank you to Kay for leading!

  • If you have hiking poles, please bring them.
  • Sturdy walking shoes required.
  • Inclement weather will cancel.
  • Bring at least 1 liter of water and a snack.
  • No children under 12 and no pets, please.

We start as a group and end as a group; nobody is left behind.

Important Reminders:

Commitment: Please do not sign up unless you are certain you can attend, as spaces are limited.

Pace and Duration: This 3-4 mile hike is designed to be steady patient hiking pace with stopping allowed. Expect to spend about 2 hours exploring the trails, with plenty of time to appreciate the scenery.

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