Do you want to help care for the Blue Hills and have a great time? Then join us for Green Up the Blue Hills, our annual stewardship event that celebrates Spring! This family-friendly event is a great chance to help get a handle (literally!) on one of the most prolific invasive plants in the park — garlic mustard.
This plant is very damaging to other plants in the forest because it releases a poison into the soil so native plants do not survive. Thankfully, it is easy to remove by hand. By pulling as much garlic mustard as possible, you and other volunteers will help keep the forest healthy for the endangered species that live at Ponkapoag Pond — and all the plants and wildlife.
Bring along a post-event picnic–we’ll supply the dessert! You’re welcome to round our your day of giving by picnicking with your fellow volunteers at the AMC Cabins lodge.Â
Here’s how to prep for the event:
- Park at the Fisherman’s Cove parking area.
- Check in at the table as you enter Acton Path heading east toward the work site.
- We’ll be working at the AMC Cabins, which is about a 3/4 mile walk in from the lot.
- We’ll provide all the tools and training you’ll need.
- Bring your gardening gloves if you have them.
- Wear close-toed shoes.
Thank you for helping to protect the park!
Event sponsored by:
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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 trash, and clearing waterbars and drains to keep the trails safe and accessible for all.
For your safety and comfort, please wear long pants, sturdy gloves, and closed-toe shoes or boots. Be sure to dress appropriately for outdoor work. After the event, we also recommend checking for ticks as a precaution. We also recommend bringing a water bottle and dressing appropriately for outdoor conditions.
This is a wonderful way to give back to your community, enjoy the outdoors, and ensure our trails remain in great condition for everyone to enjoy.Â
We look forward to seeing you there!
The minimum age for participants is 15 years old per DCR.
Fill out this form and waiver below if you would like to volunteer!
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