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New Interpretive Sign in the Blue Hills Reservation Honoring the 1930’s Civilian Conservation Corps

by Friends of the Blue Hills | Jan 21, 2021 | Blog, Preservation Campaigns

Photo by Ryan Hutton/DCR From left, DCR Visitor Services Supervisor Maggi Brown, DCR Ecologist Ale Echandi, State Senator Walter Timility, DCR Commissioner Jim Montgomery, Friends of the Blue Hills Board President Matt Panucci, Friends of the Blue Hills Executive...
Help Protect Skyline Trail Hikers

Help Protect Skyline Trail Hikers

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Apr 11, 2018 | Blog, Preservation Campaigns

Please sign our petition if you care about making the Blue Hills safe and the trails accessible for everyone who wants to hike the Skyline Trail. Anyone who has tried to follow the Skyline Trail across Routes 28 and 138 knows how dangerous it is to cross these...
Action Alert for Trailside, Observatory and all State Parks

Action Alert for Trailside, Observatory and all State Parks

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Jun 5, 2017 | Blog, Preservation Campaigns

Please take a moment TODAY to make a big difference to the Blue Hills. This week a legislative committee is creating the state budget by comparing the two budgets created by the House and Senate.  Significant funding for the Blue Hills Trailside Museum, the Blue Hill...
Action Alert:  Call Your Legislator to Support Our Parks

Action Alert: Call Your Legislator to Support Our Parks

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Feb 15, 2017 | Blog, Preservation Campaigns

You can help make sure that our parks – including the Blue Hills – receive the funding that they need. Take Action Please call your legislators and urge them to include the Department of Conservation and Recreation as one of their top budget priorities.   To...
Creating a Coalition for a Better Blue Hills

Creating a Coalition for a Better Blue Hills

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Mar 19, 2015 | Preservation Campaigns

Historic buildings crumbling, no lease security and inadequate funding… these are the issues that we will work to address with other Blue Hills organizations as part of the new Coalition for a Better Blue Hills. The Friends of the Blue Hills has brought together Blue...
Protecting Conservation Land from a Hotel

Protecting Conservation Land from a Hotel

by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Mar 19, 2015 | Preservation Campaigns

You probably don’t think of a hotel when you think of parkland, but that didn’t stop an individual from proposing to build a hotel on DCR conservation land near Little Blue Hill. Luckily, Friends of the Blue Hills worked with local and state officials to oppose the...
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Upcoming Events

Sep
6
Sat
2025
9:00 am Hike with Kay! @ Donovan School
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[...]
10:00 am Discover Orienteering @ Houghton... @ Houghton's Pond
Discover Orienteering @ Houghton... @ Houghton's Pond
Sep 6 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Discover Orienteering @ Houghton’s Pond with Navigation Games! @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
Ready for an outdoor adventure? Join Navigation Games for an exciting Introduction to Orienteering at beautiful Houghton’s Pond! This fun, all-ages activity invites you to learn the basics of orienteering—an outdoor navigation sport where you use a map and[...]
Sep
7
Sun
2025
10:00 am Beginners’ Hike with Bruce @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Sep 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Beginners' Hike with Bruce @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce Event Details: – When: Sunday, September 7th 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[...]
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[...]
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
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[...]
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Sep
6
Sat
2025
9:00 am Hike with Kay! @ Donovan School
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[...]
10:00 am Discover Orienteering @ Houghton... @ Houghton's Pond
Discover Orienteering @ Houghton... @ Houghton's Pond
Sep 6 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Discover Orienteering @ Houghton’s Pond with Navigation Games! @ Houghton's Pond | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
Ready for an outdoor adventure? Join Navigation Games for an exciting Introduction to Orienteering at beautiful Houghton’s Pond! This fun, all-ages activity invites you to learn the basics of orienteering—an outdoor navigation sport where you use a map and[...]
Sep
7
Sun
2025
10:00 am Beginners’ Hike with Bruce @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Sep 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Beginners' Hike with Bruce @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
Beginners’ Hike with Bruce Event Details: – When: Sunday, September 7th 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[...]
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[...]
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