As Incidence of Lyme Disease Increases, We All Need to Take Precautions
Elaine Kerrigan used to love hiking in the Blue Hills. Though she has lived her whole life in Weymouth, just 10 minutes away from the park, she didn’t start exploring here until she was in her thirties. She always enjoyed exercising outdoors, so when she discovered...Download the Blue Hills Guide
Discover the Blue Hills — Blue Hills Reservation Guide & Maps Click here to download the Blue Hills Guide & MapsProtect Yourself from Lyme Disease in the Blue Hills and all Mass State Parks
If you’re looking to enjoy the outdoors in one of the largest Mass State Parks, don’t let Lyme disease prevent you! Enjoy the Blue Hills and all other Mass state parks and Take Steps to Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease Elaine Kerrigan used to love hiking the Blue...Rock Climbing Near Boston in the Blue Hills
Head to the Blue Hills for the Best Rock Climbing Near Boston People who like rock climbing near Boston usually know a part of the Blue Hills few others have ever visited. But Quincy Quarries is not just for those looking for rock climbing near Boston. In the...Protecting yourself from Lyme disease while hiking in MA
How do you protect yourself from Lyme disease and still enjoy hiking in MA? Ticks come out all year long (even in the winter if there are temperatures above freezing). Here are some ways to protect yourself when you are hiking in MA. Personal protection: Check...Upcoming Events
Dec
27
Fri
2024
11:00 am
CANCELLED as of 12/26/24-Family ...
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
CANCELLED as of 12/26/24-Family ...
@ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Dec 27 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLLED AS OF 12/26/24-Please check out our other upcoming events.
Jan
1
Wed
2025
11:00 am
DCR First Day Hikes 2025
@ Houghton's Pond Visitors Center
DCR First Day Hikes 2025
@ Houghton's Pond Visitors Center
Jan 1 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Blue Hills Reservation Meet at Houghton’s Pond Visitor’s Center, 840 Hillside Street, Milton 11 am event activities: 12 pm guided hikes depart Starting at 11 am, watch Blue Hills Trailside live wildlife demo at Houghton’s[...]
Jan
5
Sun
2025
10:00 am
Widow Walkers Hikes-1/5/25 Resol...
@ Widowmaker Brewing
Widow Walkers Hikes-1/5/25 Resol...
@ Widowmaker Brewing
Jan 5 @ 10:00 am
Join the Friends of the Bliue Hills along with our partners Widowmaker Brewing and ARC’TERYX as we launch the 2025 Widow Walkers Hike Series. All hikes will meet at Widowmaker Brewing, 200 Wood Road Braintree[...]
Jan
11
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-
Jan 11 @ 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![...]
Jan
20
Mon
2025
9:00 am
MLK Day Hike with Kay
@ North Lot at Trailside Museum
MLK Day Hike with Kay
@ North Lot at Trailside Museum
Jan 20 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
This hike will be meeting at the North Lot at Trailside Museum, 1880 Canton Ave., Milton Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Martin Luther King Day Hike! Thank you to Kay for[...]
Jan
24
Fri
2025
4:00 pm
Celebrate with us at Winterfest ...
@ Blue Hills Ski Area
Celebrate with us at Winterfest ...
@ Blue Hills Ski Area
Jan 24 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join the Friends of the Blue Hills and the Blue Hills Ski Area on Friday, January 24th for an evening of winter fun at Winterfest! We have big plans for this year’s FREE event! The[...]
Jan
25
Sat
2025
9:00 am
Hike with Kay
@ Fisherman's Beach
Hike with Kay
@ Fisherman's Beach
Jan 25 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
This hike will be meeting at Fisherman’s Beach, 1060 Randolph Street, Canton, MA Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a Hike! Thank you to Kay for leading! If you have hiking poles, please[...]