Advocacy for Quincy Trails to the Blue Hills
Anne, a long-time Friends’ member, lived in an apartment complex adjacent to the Granite Links Golf Course. For over a year, she looked for a trail to the Blue Hills. She asked neighbors, friends, and employees at the golf course but, even though the course borders...Invasive Plants that Threaten the Blue Hills
Watch arboretum director, Debbie Merriam, to explore the world of invasive plants that live in the Blue Hills and threaten our native plants and animals. You’ll also learn how you can join volunteers and members of the Friends of the Blue Hills to control these...
Blue Hills Champion: Joanna Dahl
Joanna is a monthly donor and Blue Hills Champion because the Blue Hils is such a big part of her family’s life.Interview by Michael Morgan Joanna Dahl has a very active life, and the Blue Hills are a big part of it. The Milton resident works as a researcher...
Blue Hill Champion: Annemarie Rom-Weisenbach
The Blue Hills has been part of Annemarie’s life for decades. Now she supports it year round as a Blue Hills Champion! Interview by Michael Morgan Needham resident and Blue Hills Champion Annemarie Rom Weisman has a busy life, with a full-time job and workouts...
Blue Hills Champions: Cindy Gillan and Matt Hickey
Cindy and Matt have a love affair with the Blue Hills… and become Blue Hills Champions!Interview by Michael Morgan Dedham residents Cindy Gillan and Matt Hickey are long-time supporters and users of the Blue Hills. Matt is a lifetime resident of the area while...Upcoming Events
Jul
5
Fri
2024
9:00 am
Discover Eastern Ponkapoag Hike
@ Donovan School
Discover Eastern Ponkapoag Hike
@ Donovan School
Jul 5 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: EASY This hike will be approximately 2 miles, with fairly flat terrain and mild obstacles. Wear sturdy footwear. This hike will begin at the Donovan School at 123 Reed St. in Randolph. Hikes[...]
Jul
18
Thu
2024
5:00 pm
Life After Fire Hike
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Life After Fire Hike
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Jul 18 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 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[...]
Jul
20
Sat
2024
9:00 am
July Trail Maintenance
July Trail Maintenance
Jul 20 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
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 helping to care for the trails by improving erosion structures,[...]
Jul
26
Fri
2024
10:00 am
Invasive Plant Removal with Charlie
Invasive Plant Removal with Charlie
Jul 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
If you want to help care for the forest, join us for ‘Invasive Plant Removal with Charlie!’ On the fourth Friday of the month, you can help protect the forest by removing invasive species in[...]
Jul
27
Sat
2024
10:00 am
Meet the FBH Team Hike!
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Meet the FBH Team Hike!
@ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot
Jul 27 @ 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. Meet[...]