Join Kay on this Woman’s Hike! Our goal is to hike is approximately 3-4 miles, with trail adjustments to limit the time to 2 hours.  The trail is sometimes very rocky with some inclines. We’ll[...]

Join David Saturday May 17th for a Hike followed by a yoga session in the park! We will meet David at Fishermans Beach at 9:00 am! Starting your day with a hike in nature allows[...]

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[...]

Beginners’ Hike with Bruce Event Details: – When: Sunday, May 18th 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[...]

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, Garlic Mustard, from our beautiful local park. These plants disrupt native[...]

  Wellness in the Woods, 2:00 pm—3:00 pm Join DCR Massachusetts for quiet and contemplative forest relaxation program in the beautiful and peaceful Blue Hills. De-stress and reconnect with nature on this slow and gentle[...]

HIKE RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY MAY 27th! 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,[...]

The 125 reunion hike is about celebrating the incredible journey of those who have completed, are currently working on, or are eager to start the 125-mile hiking club! Whether you’ve already tackled the trails, are[...]

Join our Volunteer and Program Manager, John Harrell to clean the park! Get some fresh air and exercise… and give back to an amazing park that serves tens of thousands of visitors each year. You[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Beginners’ Hike with Bruce Event Details: – When: Sunday, June 8th 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[...]

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[...]

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![...]

Please join Friends of the Blue Hills on Saturday, June 14 to celebrate the life of Loretta Fillios with a hike in her memory. Loretta Fillios loved hiking in the Blue Hills and other reservations[...]