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Oct
30
Wed
2024
Hidden Gem Hike with Melissa @ Buck Hill, Blue Hills Reservation
Oct 30 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hidden Gem Hike with Melissa @ Buck Hill, Blue Hills Reservation | Milton | Massachusetts | United States
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
Join us for a hike up the north side of Buck Hill on a path you may never have traveled before.
We’ll park roadside at the Buck Hill Path trailhead (marker 2164) and get onto Buck Hill Summit Trail at marker 2153. Then it’s a gradual uphill trek that takes a hard left onto more of a switchback all the way to the summit. Then we’ll come down at marker 2165 and turn left onto Buck Hill Path for an easy downhill back to parking.
This will be about a 1.5 mile loop with a stop at the Buck Hill summit to take in the spectacular views and have a little snack.[gravityform id="6" title="true" description="true"]
Nov
9
Sat
2024
Walk with a Doc @ Houghton's Pond Parking Lot A-
Nov 9 @ 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!

Walking is SO GOOD for you!  It is low impact and easier on the joints than running. Walking is safe and helpful for people with orthopedic ailments, heart conditions, and those who are overweight.  Walk with a Doc is a program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle.  In the first few minutes you will learn about a health topic from a  professional, then spend the rest of the hour enjoying a nice walk in nature and fun conversation. It’s a great way to get out, get active, and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking. You will walk at your own pace and comfortable distance.

Walk Details:

Schedule: Walking on the 2nd Saturday of every month at 8:30 AM

Location: Houghton’s Pond Parking Lot A – 840 Hillside St., Milton, MA 02186 (Meet at a picnic bench with our Walk with a Doc Banner near the Pavilion at Parking Lot A)
For light rain we will meet with rain gear.  We will cancel for stormy weather.
November Trail Maintenance
Nov 9 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
November Trail Maintenance

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, raking and digging out the ditches next to trails or cutting brush. Your work will keep the trails from eroding and make sure people can explore the park.

Please wear sturdy shoes (no sandals) and long pants. If you have a favorite pair of gardening gloves, please bring them. Please bring at least a liter of water as well. We will provide all the tools and training you’ll need. No experience necessary. 

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Nov
14
Thu
2024
National Pickle Day Hike with Rosa! @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Nov 14 @ 10:00 am
National Pickle Day 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.

For all you pickle lovers out there! Join the Friends of the Blue Hills on a National Pickle Day Hike! Thank you to Rosa for leading!

  • If you have hiking poles, please bring them.
  • Sturdy walking shoes required.
  • Dress in layers for the weather.
  • Inclement weather will cancel.
  • Bring at least 1 liter of water and a snack.
  • No children under 12 and no pets, please.

We start as a group and end as a group; nobody is left behind!

Important Reminders:

Hike Release Form: Please fill out the hike release form before joining the hike. This helps ensure everyone’s safety and well-being.

Commitment: Please do not sign up unless you are certain you can attend, as spaces are limited.

Pace and Duration: The hike is designed to be a leisurely walk, not a race. Expect to spend about 2 hours exploring the trails, with plenty of time to appreciate the scenery.

Sign up below!

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Nov
17
Sun
2024
National Take a Hike Day! @ Blue Hills Reservation
Nov 17 all-day

Grab your gear and some food and water because November 17 is National Take-A-Hike Day!  Experience the natural beauty of Massachusetts just a few miles outside Boston. Blue Hills Reservation stretches over 7,000 acres, covering parts of Quincy, Braintree, Canton, Dedham, Milton, and Randolph. There are 125 miles of trails to explore through forests and wetlands, up hills, and more.

Stop by our table at Trailside from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm to say hello and check out the new Friends of the Blue Hills Merchandise!

Nov
28
Thu
2024
Walk it off before you cook it off! Thanksgiving Morning Hike with Rosa @ Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Nov 28 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Walk it off before you cook it off! Thanksgiving Morning 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.

Walk it off before you cook it off! Thanksgiving Morning Hike.  Thank you for Rosa for leading!

  • If you have hiking poles, please bring them.
  • Sturdy walking shoes required.
  • Dress in layers for the weather.
  • Inclement weather will cancel.
  • Bring at least 1 liter of water and a snack.
  • No children under 12 and no pets, please.

We start as a group and end as a group; nobody is left behind!

Important Reminders:

Hike Release Form: Please fill out the hike release form before joining the hike. This helps ensure everyone’s safety and well-being.

Commitment: Please do not sign up unless you are certain you can attend, as spaces are limited.

Pace and Duration: The hike is designed to be a leisurely walk, not a race. Expect to spend about 2 hours exploring the trails, with plenty of time to appreciate the scenery.

Sign up below!

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