May-August 2022 (and beyond) AMC and other Local Walks/Hikes
updated Thursday, September 1, 2022 5:33 PM

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Wed, May 4, 2022. Let's Explore - Foxboro/Sharon Conservation Land. - registration required
10:30am-1:30pm. For vaccinated hikers - please bring vaccination card, or proof of negative test, to hike. We will hike some conservation land in Foxboro and Sharon. (Canoe River Wilderness Area). This will be about 6 miles over rolling terrain through the woods. We will also hike a less interesting but short, section of high tension lines to access these woods - this section feels very remote. Group limited to 10. No dogs, except pre-approved service dogs. L Bob Vogel, CL John Schepis

Thurs, May 5, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, May 7, 2022. Cutler Park Reservation, Needham.
10:00am-12:00pm. Meet at the Cutler State Park, Kendrick St parking lot. Join us for a walk in this convenient (just off Route 95), yet expansive state park along side the Charles River. Moderate pace, easy trails, with some gentle inclines, rocks, and tree roots. L Lisa Fleischman

Sat, May 7, 2022. Let's Explore - Powisset Farm/Hale Reservation. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. This hike will be approximately 7 miles and should take us about 4 hours, depending on our hiking speed. We estimate 500' of elevation. Powisset Farm is a working farm with a history of active agricultural use dating back more than 300 years. Once we explore some of the trails near the farm, we will continue our hike into Hale Reservation which is a conservation property where there are many interesting trails to choose from with ponds, cabins, and some peaks to scramble up. This hike is for COVID vaccinated hikers or those who present a negative PCR test within 72 hours of this event. L Joanne Newton, CL Madelyn Atwood

Sun, May 8, 2022. Warner Train Spring Series, Hike 3 of 3, Sharon to Foxboro State Forest. - registration required
9:00am-5:00pm. The 3rd section of the Warner Trail is not to be missed. Join us on an approx. 13-mile, point-to-point moderate hike, with an optional 2-mile spur at the end of the hike. Hike is planned for a max of 7 hours but will very likely end sooner, depending on participant speed. This section is the highlight of the Warner Trail. Beginning in Sharon, we will hike through Mass Audubon's Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, to gorgeous Bluff Head and the remnants of the old chimney at Allen's Ledge. We'll wander along beautiful wooded lanes and past old cellar holes from times gone by. A certain hiker has been known to take a dip in the Neponset Reservoir on a hot day. Before we finish at the Foxboro State Forest, hikers in the past have stopped for coffee or ice cream along the way. Location details will be emailed to confirmed participants on Saturday, May 7 in the early afternoon. Ls Laura Cerier and Jim Goyea, CL Roy Wolfe

Tues, May 10, 2022. Let's Explore - Adams Farm, Walpole. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. For vaccinated hikers Group size limited to 10. Join us as we explore the properties of Adams Farm and the abutting lands owned by the Norfolk County Agricultural School. We will plan to hike 7-8 miles at a moderate pace with minimal elevation gain. L Barbara Lightizer, CL Larry Petrone

Wed, May 11, 2022. Let's Explore - North/South Skyline Loop. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Blue Hills Reservation. Our hike will be roughly 7 miles and will take about 4 hours, depending on our hiking speed. There will be approximately 1,000-1,200 feet of elevation gain on this hike. The Skyline is a very popular trail in The Blue Hills but on this mid-week hike, we will have much of the trail to ourselves. So if you are looking for some climbing and some views, come explore this area with us. We will limit our group size to 10. We will send out an Information Sheet with the details several days before the hike. L Joanne Newton, CL Madelyn Atwood

Thurs, May 12, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, May 14, 2022. Let's Explore - Skyline End to End. - registration required
We will hike the entire Blue Hills Skyline from End to End. This route is approximately 8.5 miles with over 2,000' of elevation gain. This will be a strenuous hike so all participants must be able to manage steep inclines, scramble over rock ledges, and be prepared to keep up a good pace. This hike usually takes about 6 hours so we will determine the exact start time as we get closer to this date. I will send out an Information Sheet with the details several days before the hike. We will need to spot cars at each end of the hike and carpool at the beginning and end to get everyone back to their cars. Extra time will be needed to allow for this. We will limit this hike to 10 and hikers will be screened before you can be approved to join. L Joanne Newton, CL Nick Georgantas

Wed, May 18, 2022. Let's Explore - Buck Hill in the Blue Hills. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. We are going to explore the Buck Hill section of the Blue Hills Reservation. This hike will be about 5 miles and will be a moderate paced hike but with elevation gain. We will ascend Buck Hill twice and will exit via the Red Dot Trail. We estimate it will take us approximately 3 hours depending on the group's hiking speed. Wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes. Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, water, snacks and rain jacket (just in case). Heavy rains/thunderstorms will cancel. Group size is limited to 9 hikers plus the leader. Trail head location will be emailed to confirmed registrants. L William Doherty, CL John Schepis

Thurs, May 19, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, May 21, 2022. Let's Explore - Massasoit State Park (DCR). - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. For Vaccinated hikers. We will take a group of 10 on a moderate paced hike as we explore Massasoit State Park in East Taunton. We will enjoy many views of the park's lovely ponds as we hike about 7 miles with about 400ft of elevation. The duration of the hike will be approx 4 hrs including a lunch break at a scenic overlook. L Barbara Lightizer, CL Larry Petrone

Sat, May 21, 2022. Hike at Goldsmith, Andover.
10:00am-12:00pm. Plan to hike between 3 & 5 miles at a moderate pace. Pack/wear: breathable clothes as it’ll be warm. Bugspray/head net to fend off the flies, water, a snack, sunscreen & hiking poles. Binoculars if you have them. We might see lady slippers and other rare plants. The marshes adjacent to the pond are home to cattails, pitcher plants, sundew, snapping turtles and Great Blue Herons. The uplands provide habitat for resident deer, fisher, fox and wild turkey while owls patrol the margins. Park at 491 South Main Street, Andover. L Robin Doyle

Wed, May 25, 2022. Let's Explore - Freetown State Forest. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Let's Explore the Freetown State Forest in Assonet, MA. Group limited to 10. About 6-7 miles. The Freetown - Fall River State Forest is a 5,000 acre forest which includes 25 miles of trails for hiking. The website says it is also home to a Wampanoag Reservation. I am choosing this site as it is the closest forest to my home and I know nothing about it. So, come explore with me and we will all learn more about this area. I will do some research ahead of time so we will find out what is of interest to us hikers in this forest. I hope you join me. L Joanne Newton, CL John Schepis

Thurs, May 26, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, May 28, 2022. Let's Explore - Wompatuck State Park, Hingham. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. 7-8 miles, about 3.5 to 4 hours (depending, of course, on everyone's pace). Limited to 10. This 3,500-acre Massachusetts state park stretches into four towns - Hingham, Cohasset, Scituate and Norwell. There are numerous trails to choose from and many have rocky outcroppings and glacial erratic boulders. Much of the park is undeveloped and is heavily wooded. Trees include Atlantic white cedar, American holly, chestnut oak, shagbark hickory, mountain laurel, pink dogwood, white pine, American beech, and hemlock - some estimated to be 175 years old. Wildflowers and flowering shrubs also grow in abundance. Among the most common are swamp azalea, solomon's seal, white geranium, ladies slipper, and sheep laurel. We will create a good route for us to explore some of this diverse park. L Joanne Newton, CL Mala Krishnamurthy

Sat, May 28, 2022. Glacial Features Walks, Sudbury. - registration required
9:30am-12:00pm. Join Bruce and learn about the geophysical events that shaped this land, and see where the passage of glaciers left marks on this landscape. See a striking 40-foot high kame terrace; eskers wind through these properties, and kettleholes pit the plain. Learn more about the grand history of this unique property. Limited to 10 participants. L Bruce Porter, CL Jason Porter

Wed, June 1, 2022. Let's Explore - Ames Nowell State Park, Abington. - registration required
6-7 miles, about 3.5 to 4 hours (depending, of course, on everyone’s pace.) Limited to 10. Late morning to mid-afternoon. We will explore Ames Nowell State Park. These hikes are called “Let's Explore” as we will have an outline of the route to begin with but we will add on or leave out trails depending on the time and what we see of interest along the way. L Joanne Newton, CL John Schepis

Thurs, June 2, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, June 4, 2022. Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, South Natick. - registration required
10:00am-12:00pm. Meet outside the Visitors Center at 280 Eliot Street, Natick. Join us for a walk in this convenient (Natick on Route 16), yet expansive wildlife retreat. Moderate pace, easy trails with some gentle hills and rocks. Bring water and snacks. No dogs. Heavy rain cancels. Contact leader if uncertain. Mass Audubon Members: Free/Nonmembers: $6 Adults, $4 Seniors (65+). L Lisa Fleischman

Sat, June 4, 2022. Thompson Island Sandbar/Squantum Coastal Walk, Quincy/Boston.
9:00am-12:45pm. Unusual 6-mile walk across part of Boston Harbor via a low-tide sandbar to southern edge of Thompson Island followed by a coastal walk to a little-known public beach in Quincy. Proper footwear required (hiking boots, sneakers, or water-resistant shoes); bring lunch & water. From Boston, take Rte. 3 South to exit 12, Rte. 3A South. Once under Rte. 3 bridge and through Neponset Circle, go over Neponset Bridge onto Quincy Shore Drive, then L on East Squantum Road 1.3 miles from Neponset Circle. Take E Squantum Road – which becomes Dorchester Street – for just over a mile to Shoreham Street on right. Park on Shoreham Street or nearby streets in spaces that allow parking. Meet at intersection of Dorchester Street and Shoreham Street. Rain cancels. No dogs. L Marc Hurwitz

Wed, June 8, 2022. Let's Explore - Borderland State Park. - registration required
For vaccinated hikers: 7-8 miles, about 3.5 to 4 hours. Group limited to 10. Borderland State Park straddles the town line between Easton and Sharon, hence the name. We will be hiking mostly the more remote trails of Borderland, which are less well used. Borderland is an 1800-acre State Park which was the estate of Blanche and Oakes Ames. Oakes was a descendent of the Ames Family which started the Ames Shovel Company. This company grew into the world's leading manufacturer of shovels during the period of the canal and railroad construction. Thus, the Ames had money. Lots of money. They donated the library to the town, and had it designed by H. H. Richardson, the noted American architect of the period. When they needed a railroad station so the railroad could be run to Easton, and provide easy access for their factory… not just any railroad station would do... so call H. H. again and have him design a railroad station, which they built and donated to the town. (Aside: Later in its life, when the railroad was no longer in operation through Easton, the Ames re-bought the station from the railroad and gave it to the town a second time, this time to use as the Historical Society.) When landscaping was needed, for the town center or their mansions, the call went out to Frederick Law Olmsted, who also designed the Emerald Necklace around Boston, as well as New York's Central Park. Oakes was a Harvard trained botanist, and an orchid expert. Blanche was an artist and leading feminist of the period. Although we may not see it on our hike, Borderland contains Blanche and Oakes home, a stone structure (to provide fire safety to protect Oakes research materials and Blanche's drawings) that was built c.1910. The mansion has been used for several movie sets, including the latest “Ghostbusters” film as well as “Knives Out.” Weather: Thunderstorms or extreme winds will delay, cancel, or shorten trips. We won't cancel because of rain. So, if this sounds good, register quickly, as space is limited. L Bob Vogel

Thurs, June 9, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, June 11, 2022. Let's Explore - Moose Hill, Sharon. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. 7-8 miles, about 3.5 to 4 hours (depending, of course, on everyone's pace). Limited to 10. Late morning to mid-afternoon. Moose Hill was established in 1916, and is the oldest Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary. It features a red maple swamp boardwalk, as well as, no surprise here, Moose Hill. There are about 2000 acres, and 20 miles of trails, so we will explore. There is a nice view from a point on Moose Hill, we will plan to get there. This facility abuts Moose Hill Farm, a property of The Trustees of Reservations, and we might find ourselves wandering there as well. Moose Hill is 534' high, so some elevation if we climb to the summit. L Bob Vogel, CL Abirami Natarajan

Sat, June 11, 2022. Eastern Middlesex Fells, Medford.
Difficult 6-mile hike on steep terrain with spectacular views from the High Fells Reservoir, Boojum Rock, Pinnacle Rock, Black Rock, Melrose Rock, and more, 9:30am-1:00pm. Bring lunch, water, sturdy boots. Meet at DCR Flynn Rink on Woodland Rd. From Rte. 93 exit 24 (old exit 33) in Medford, take Fellsway West (Rte. 28) N 0.5 mi., R on Elm St. 0.5 mi., L at rotary to rink on L. Bus 99 from Wellington T sta. No dogs. Rain cancels. L Marc Hurwitz

Wed, June 15, 2022. Let's Explore - Freetown State Forest. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. We plan to hike about 6 miles with an estimated 800 feet of elevation gain. The Freetown - Fall River State Forest is a 5,000 acre forest which includes 50 miles of hiking trails. The forest lies in Freetown, Fall River, Assonet, and Lakeville. We led a hike here recently but this will be in a different area with a local expert hiking with us, so we will be hearing many stories about this area. This time we will start our hike in Fall River. L Joanne Newton

Thurs, June 16, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, June 18, 2022. Let's Explore - Nobscot Hill & Tipling Rock, Sudbury, MA. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. 6-7 miles, about 3 to 4 hours (depending, of course, on everyone’s pace). Limited to 10. Late morning to mid-afternoon. The Nobscot Scout Reservation, a 452-acre property located in Sudbury, MA is full of great hiking trails and local history. Views to Mt. Wachusett, Mt. Monadnock, and the Boston skyline, can be found on a clear day, along the trails, including from Tipling Rock, which is a prominent hilltop that stands at 410 feet in elevation. Ls Abi Natarajan, Joanne Newton

Sat, June 18, 2022. A Walk in the Wake of Henry David Thoreau. - This is a SuAsCo event (Sudbury-Assabet-Concord Riverfest) and NOT an AMC walk. RSVP preferred but not required
10:00am. Join experienced guide Marlies Henderson, CIG, to explore extant portions of the Middlesex Canal, reading passages from Henry David Thoreau describing the towpath, from the Billerica Falls towards Middlesex Village. Focus will be on camaraderie and local history. Meet at the gazebo at the falls for a three hour easy walk. Knee high boots recommended if extending the walk beyond a flooded 500 foot section. Location: Meet at North Billerica Historic Mills District (71 Faulkner St, N. Billerica). L Marlies Henderson

Wed, June 22, 2022. Let's Explore the Blue Hills. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Looking for some mileage and elevation gain? Then, come with us to explore a section of the Blue Hills. We will hike approximately 7-8 miles and should get about 1000'-1200' of elevation gain. L Joanne Newton

Thurs, June 23, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk around the ponds. We are going to plan to do a 4.3 mile, “Figure 8” loop around the two main ponds. Depending upon participant speed, this will take about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, June 25, 2022. Let's Explore - The Blue Hills, "Less Well Travelled". - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. If you love the Blue Hills but not the weekend crowds then consider this hike! We will explore some of the less popular trails in the Blue Hills, hiking at a moderate pace for 6-7 miles with under 800ft of elevation gain. Our route will be determined by the weather - we will share the meeting location and hiking area with confirmed participants. Ls Judith Watson, John Schepis

Sat, June 25, 2022. Belmont Conservation Land.
9:30am-1:15pm. Fast-paced, moderate to difficult hike to Lone Tree Hill, Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, Rock Meadow, and Beaver Brook. Bring lunch, water, and sturdy footwear. Meet at Beaver Brook Reservation Picnic Area parking lot off Route 60 (Waverly Oaks Road) in Waltham, just south of the Belmont line and Trapelo Road. (The 73 bus from Harvard Square stops a few blocks east of the lot in Waverly Square.) Rain cancels. No dogs. L Marc Hurwitz

Wed, June 29, 2022. Let's Explore The Great River Preserve Evening Walk, Bridgewater. - registration required
6:00pm-8:30pm. Approximately 4 miles in with little elevation gain. This Wildlands Trust property encompasses 230 acres of open field and woods running along the Taunton River. It includes over a mile of pristine river frontage along one of the most scenic and undisturbed stretches of the entire Taunton River, expansive open fields, mixed pine/oak woodlands, vernal pools, and habitat for several rare species, including eastern box turtle. Expect to see nesting Bobolinks and swallows over the fields. The preserve can be wet and buggy so insect repellent may be necessary. Ls Nick Georgantas, Joanne Newton

Thurs, June 30, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk for about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, July 2, 2022. Hiking to Joe's Rock in Wrentham and on to Rhode Island. - registration required
7-8 miles, about 4 hours (depending, of course, on everyone's pace.) limited to 10. late morning to mid-afternoon. We will explore "Joe's Rock" in Wrentham, plus additional trails across the street. Bob has done this hike before and we will be crossing into Rhode Island. L Bob Vogel, CL Sujatha Srinivasan

Sat, July 2, 2022. Harold Parker State Forest - North Andover.
1:00pm-3:30pm. We’ll plan to hike between 3 & 5 miles at a moderate pace. We will make it a loop and will intersect with the Bay Circuit Trail. Pack/wear: Sunscreen, rain jacket, bug spray, mosquito net, hiking poles, sturdy shoes, water & snacks. Park at the Pavilion parking lot - 600 Middleton Road. $5 MA resident. Trustees membership - free. T-Storms in area (North Andover) will cancel event. L Robin Doyle, CL Margaret Griffin

Sun, July 3, 2022. Fresh Pond Sunset Walk. [Boston Walking Meetup Group] Meet at 6:00pm at intersection of Huron Ave. and Aberdeen Ave., Cambridge.

Wed, July 6, 2022. Let’s Explore - The North South Loop plus Buck Hill in the Blue Hills. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. We are going to explore the North South Loop and go on to the Buck Hill section of the Blue Hills Reservation. This hike will be about 7 miles and will be a moderate paced hike but with about 1500 feet of elevation gain. We will ascend Houghton Hill travel to Great Blue and return by way of the North section of the loop. From there over to Buck Hill and return. We estimate it will take us approximately 4 hours depending on the group’s hiking speed. Wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes. Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, water, snacks, lunch and rain jacket (just in case). Heavy rains/thunderstorms will cancel. Group size is limited to 10 hikers plus the leader and co-leader. Trail head location will be emailed to confirmed registrants. L John Schepis, CL Madelyn Atwood

Thurs, July 7, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk for about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, July 9, 2022. Walk & Wheel: Summer at Rest-Stop-Ranch Accessible Gardens, Topsfield. - registration required
2:00pm-5:00pm. All Abilities are welcome to walk or wheel (wheelchairs, walkers, strollers) through the roses and lilies, fruit trees, berries, accessible tree home, cottage garden, secret garden, front loop... about a 0.25 mile walk or wheel. This trip is limited to a small group of 10 participants for greater group comfort, connections, learning and enjoyment opportunities. 2pm - Arrive Slideshow Presentation & Q+A (Inside the Cottage), Learn about the ongoing development of accessible gardens!; 3pm - Guided Accessible Gardens Tour (0.25 mile); 4pm - Picnic (BYOB & Brown Bag Snack or Supper); 5pm - Depart. Ls Mary MacDonald, Judy Barthakur

Sat, July 9, 2022. Let’s Explore - The Blue Hills, “Buck Hill”. - registration required
10:00am-1:00pm. Moderate paced 2-3 hour hike ascending Buck Hill twice and exiting via the Red dot trail. This is a mostly wooded hike but with elevation gain. Wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes. Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, water, snacks and rain jacket (just in case). Heavy rains/thunderstorms will cancel. Group size is limited to 9 hikers plus the leader. Trail head location will be emailed to confirmed registrants. Ls William Doherty, Barbara Lightizer

Sat, July 9, 2022. Cutler State Park, Needham. - registration required
A 2 hour morning hike on dirt trails with some rocks and roots. We will keep a steady, moderate pace. Wear hiking shoes or sneakers with good treads, bring snacks, and plenty of water. Heavy rain cancels. Contact the leader if uncertain. L Lisa Fleischman

Sun, July 10, 2022. Fresh Pond Sunset Walk. [Boston Walking Meetup Group] Meet at 6:00pm at intersection of Huron Ave. and Aberdeen Ave., Cambridge.

Wed, July 13, 2022. Let’s Explore - The North South Loop plus Buck Hill in the Blue Hills (F Gilbert Hills State Forest). - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. F Gilbert Hills is a 1000 acre state forest located in Foxboro with approximately 23 miles of trails for us to choose from. The hike will be 7 to 8 miles with about 800 feet of elevation gain. The duration will be about 4 hours, depending on the speed of our group. There are 2 parking lots and the headquarters has restrooms. L John Schepis

Thurs, July 14, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk for about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Sat, July 16, 2022. Borderland State Park (Easton/Sharon). - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. For vaccinated hikers: 7-8 miles, about 3.5 to 4 hours. Limited to 10. Borderland State Park straddles the town line between Easton and Sharon. We will be hiking mostly the more remote trails of Borderland, which are less well used. Thunderstorms or extreme winds will delay, cancel, or shorten trips. We won't cancel because of rain. L John Schepis

Sat, July 16, 2022. Breakheart Reservation - Wakefield/Saugus.
9:30am-1:00pm. Difficult 5-mile hike to two lakes along with several steep peaks and ledges including the spectacular (and little-known) Crow Hill and Montowampate Overlook. Bring lunch, water, hiking boots, and trekking poles. From Rte. 1 in Saugus take Main St. toward Wakefield. Continue on Main St. past Lynn Fells Pkwy (Main St. eventually becomes Farm St.). Make right turn at Hemlock Rd/Northeast Metro Tech High and drive to end of parking lot. No dogs. Rain cancels. L Marc Hurwitz

Sun, July 17, 2022. Fresh Pond Sunset Walk. [Boston Walking Meetup Group] Meet at 6:00pm at intersection of Huron Ave. and Aberdeen Ave., Cambridge.

Wed, July 20, 2022. Explore Pratt Farm - Middleboro. - registration required
10:00am-3:30pm. Explore the Pratt Farm Conservation and Recreation Area, 160 acres of abandoned fields, successional woodlands and wetlands. We will hike about 6.5 miles on trails that are hilly in some sections. Ls Nick Georgantas, Bob Vogel

Thurs, July 21, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk for about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Thurs, July 21, 2022. Sawink Hill Farm to Southborough. - registration required
4:30pm-8:00pm. Join us for a “point to point” 6.5-mile moderate to fast-paced (approx. 2.5 mph) Thursday evening hike along the Boroughs Loop in Westborough and Southborough through woodland and along the Wachusett Aqueduct and Sudbury Reservoir. This hike requires a car spot. More detailed information will be provided once participants are confirmed on the hike. L Judith Watson, CL Marie Sorensen

Sat, July 23, 2022. Let's Explore - Rocky Woods, Medfield. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Rocky Woods is a year-round destination for outdoor lovers and a prized habitat for songbirds, bullfrogs, beavers, and painted turtles. The area’s high water table forms wetlands throughout the reservation and these varied habitats attract songbirds. There is a trail to a former quarry site with ponds that dot the woody landscape and expansive views from atop Cedar Hill. This will be an approximate 7 mile hike on trails that can be muddy based on weather conditions. Ls Joanne Newton, Mala Krishnamurthy

Sun, July 24, 2022. Fresh Pond Sunset Walk. [Boston Walking Meetup Group] Meet at 6:00pm at intersection of Huron Ave. and Aberdeen Ave., Cambridge.

Wed, July 27, 2022. Noanet Woodlands, Caryl Park, Dover. - registration required
10:00am-1:00pm. Join us for a hike in Noanet Woodlands, a Trustees of the Reservation property that features scenic woodlands, ponds and a former mill site. Noanet is named after a chief of the Natick Indians, who camped, fished, and hunted along Noanet Brook. It was later cleared for timber, firewood, and a few small homesteads, before being used as a sawmill and a large rolling and slitting mill for the Dover Union Iron Company. Our roughly 6-mile hike will start at Caryl Park in Dover, will include passing remnants of the mill’s 24-foot-high dam and 20-foot-deep wheel pit. We will hike at a moderate pace. L Lawrence Petrone

Thurs, July 28, 2022. Borderland State Park - Weekly Walk.
9:45am-12:00pm. Meet at the Borderland Visitor Center, and then walk for about 2 hours. L Bob Vogel

Fri, July 29, 2022. Hiking Lynn Woods. - registration required
10:00am-1:30pm. We will be doing a loop hike, between 5-6 miles. Moderate easy pace. Hike will be 3-3½ hr depending on pace of group. Hiking to Steel Tower, which affords a beautiful view of Boston, then onto Stone Tower and Dungeon Rock. We will have lunch/snacks at Steel Tower. Bring snacks/lunch, 2 liters of water, sun screen, bug spray/net and poles if you use them. Wear appropriate hiking foot wear as we will be hiking over uneven terrain with roots and rocks and plenty of ups and downs. No dogs and rain and temp in the 90's will cancel. Ls Judith Watson, Margaret Griffin

Sat, July 30, 2022. Harold Burns Arboretum and WW1 Memorial Park, North Attleborough. - registration required
9:00am-12:00pm. Join us on a hike of Harold Burns Arboretum and World War 1 Memorial Park in North Attleborough, MA. It will be roughly 5 miles. It is a beginner easy trail. The pace will be slow to moderate, good for walking and chatting at the same time. We will start the hike at 9am and expect to be back at the car by 12 noon. Depending on the day, if its not too hot, we can add an extra loop to the route or if it’s a really hot day, we can cut it shorter as well. Please bring about 2 litres of water, trail snacks, lunch and pack to carry them. Heavy rain will cancel. L Joanne Newton, CL Sujatha Srinivasan

Sun, July 31, 2022. Fresh Pond Sunset Walk. [Boston Walking Meetup Group] Meet at 6:00pm at intersection of Huron Ave. and Aberdeen Ave., Cambridge.

Wed, Aug 3, 2022. Let’s Explore the Blue Hills. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Looking for some mileage and elevation gain? Then, come with us to explore a section of the Blue Hills. We will hike approximately 7 miles and should get about 1000' of elevation gain. I will send out the Information Sheet with the meet up location and route several days before the hike. L Joanne Newton

Thurs, Aug 4, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Sat, Aug 6, 2022. Come Hike the Blue Hills. - registration required
Come join Bob and Ben in the morning for a moderate ~3 hour hike around the Blue Hills! We will go up and over some hills to see some views as we weave a ~5 mile loop in the Houghton Section. Expect a moderate hike, but we will gear it towards the level of our participants. Specifics will be sent to participants the week of the hike. We will hike rain or shine, plan accordingly. Good hiking shoes, rain gear, plenty of water, and snacks required to hike. Ls Benjamin Kenawell, Bob Vogel

Sun, Aug 7, 2022. Walden Pond & Wright Woods, Concord. - registration required
9:00am-11:30am. Registration Registration is required for this activity. REGISTER NOW Overview Moderate pace, small hills. Wear sneakers with good tread or hiking boots. Bring water, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen. Heavy rain cancels, contact a leader if uncertain. Exact location will be provided when you register. Ls Lisa Fleischman, John Skogstrom

Wed, Aug 10, 2022. Let's Explore - The Blue Hills Trail Traces around Chickatawbut. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. If you love the Blue Hills but not the weekend crowds then consider this hike! We will explore some of the less popular trails in the Blue Hills tail tracing around Chickatawbut, hiking at a moderate pace for 6-7 miles with under 700ft of elevation gain. Our route will be determined by the weather - we will share the meeting location and hiking area with confirmed participants. Ls John Schepis, Joanne Newton

Thurs, Aug 11, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Joanne Newton

Sat, Aug 13, 2022. Let’s Explore Callahan State Park, Framingham. - registration required
Join us as we explore the Red Tail, Bear Paw and Backpacker trails in this lovely state park. We will hike ~6 miles at a moderate pace. More detailed information e.g. start time, meeting location will be provided to confirmed participants. L Bob Vogel, CL Connie Sanchez Morillo

Wed, Aug 17, 2022. Let’s Explore the Blue Hills and Trail Trace. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Looking for some mileage and elevation gain? Then, come with us to explore a section of the Blue Hills. We will hike approximately 7 miles and should get about 700' of elevation gain. I will send out the Information Sheet with the meet up location and route several days before the hike. Ls John Schepis, Joanne Newton

Thurs, Aug 18, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Fri, Aug 19, 2022. Hiking the Beverly Commons. - registration required
10:00am-12:30pm. This will be the first in a series of 3 hikes. The 1st 2+hrs, the 2nd 3+hrs, the 3rd 4+hrs., depending on the pace of the group. We will be hiking over varied terrain with rocks, roots, scree, and whalebacks at an easy pace. A lot of ups and downs, a real workout in a beautiful location. As always wear appropriate hiking footwear (no sneakers), bring 2 liters of water, snacks, bug spray/net, sunscreen as needed, and hiking poles if you use them (highly recommended). No dogs. Temps in the 90’s and rain will cancel. The meeting spot and driving directions will be e-mailed prior to the hike. L Margaret Griffin

Sat, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 21, 2022. Beginner Backpack Trip. - registration required
This will be a 1-night local backpack at the Blue Hills. We will hike around in the afternoon, then ‘set up camp’, “bear bag” our food. We will prepare our suppers, then retire in our sleeping bags and tents for the night. In the morning we will rise, make breakfast, pack up and “hike out.” Don't have everything you need? Contact us anyways! We have some extra gear that can be loaned out! Everything from large packs to carry everything to stoves, sleeping bags and tents. Ls Bob Vogel, Joanne Newton

Sat, Aug 20, 2022. Blue Hills - White Triangle Trail. - registration required
8:45am-12:30pm. Join us as we explore the meandering White Triangle Trail in the Blue Hills Reservation during this co-sponsored trip when the Boston Chapter and the Southeastern Massachusetts Chapter team-up for a forested adventure! We will hike at a moderate pace on rolling hills while covering the entire White Triangle route for approximately six miles. This trip will be limited to a total of 15 hikers plus the two leaders. There’s plenty of free parking close to our meetup point which will be revealed to all registered hikers 24-48 hours in advance of the trip date. Please be sure to arrive by 8:45am for a prompt 9:00am departure. No dogs allowed. Steady rain will cancel. Questions? Contact one of the leaders via email. Ls Lisa Fleischman, Ken Cohen

Sun, Aug 21, 2022. Let’s Get Out: Lynn Woods. - registration required
9:00am-1:00pm. 5.5-6 mile hike. Multi-trails, leaders choice. Will be visiting Steel Tower, Stone Tower and Dungeon Rock. Bring H2O, trail snacks, light lunch, proper footwear. Arrive 8:45am. Hike starts at 9:00am. L Nelson Caraballo

Wed, Aug 24, 2022. Let’s Explore the Blue Hills - Ponkapoag Section. - registration required - cancelled
10:00am-2:00pm. We will explore some of the lesser hiked sections of the Ponkapoag area. We will hike approximately 6 miles with not much elevation gain. Information Sheet with the meet up location to be sent several days before the hike. Thunderstorms or extreme winds may delay, cancel, or shorten this hike. L Joanne Newton

Wed, Aug 24, 2022. Let’s Explore the Blue Hills. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Let’s explore a section of the Blue Hills. We will hike approximately 6 -7 miles and should get about 500' of elevation gain. I will send out the Information Sheet with the meet up location and route several days before the hike. Thunderstorms or extreme winds may delay, cancel, or shorten this hike. L Joanne Newton

Thurs, Aug 25, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Fri, Aug 26, 2022. Hiking the Beverly Commons. - registration required
10:00am-1:30pm. This is the 2nd in a series of 3 hikes in the beautiful Beverly Commons. The 2nd 3+hrs, and the 3rd 4+hrs,. depending on the pace of the group. We will be hiking varied terrain with rocks, roots, scree, whale backs at an easy pace. A lot of ups and downs, best described as a real workout in a beautiful forest. As always wear appropriate hiking footwear (no sneakers or sandals), bring 2 liters of water, snacks, bug spray/net, sunscreen as needed, and hiking poles if you use them (highly recommended). No dogs. Temps in the 90’s and rain will cancel. The meeting spot and driving directions will be e-mailed prior to the hike. L Margaret Griffin, CL Barbara Amoroso

Sat, Aug 27, 2022. Hike the Blue Hills. - registration required
Hike the Quincy Quarries... We will “Trail Trace” (hike every inch of every trail) in the quarries area. (From 4223 north past 4229) Some of these trails are a bit difficult to find... so if you are trying to Trail Trace (or the Friends of the Blue Hills equivalent - 125 Mile Club) the Blue Hills here’s your opportunity to complete the quarries portion. Hike will probably run 3.5 to 4 hours (depending of course on group speed), and will be 5 miles with about 600' of elevation. Note that some of this is over granite blocks with ‘interesting’ footing, it will be slippery if wet. L Bob Vogel

Wed, Aug 31, 2022. Let’s Explore - The Blue Hills, Houghton’s Pond to Buck Hill and Back. - registration required
10:00am-1:00pm. Moderate paced 2½-3½ hour 5 mile hike from Houghton’s Pond to Buck Hill ascending Buck twice. The second ascent we will stop to enjoy the view. We will return to Houghton’s Pond on the Green and Red Dot trails. This is a mostly wooded hike but with elevation gain. Wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes. Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, water, snacks and rain jacket (just in case). Heavy rains/thunderstorms will cancel. Group size is limited to 9 hikers plus the leader. Trail head location will be emailed to confirmed registrants. L William Doherty

Thurs, Sept 1, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Fri, Sept 2, 2022. Hiking the Beverly Commons. - registration required
10:00am-2:30pm. This is the last in a series of 3 hikes in the beautiful Beverly Commons. This 3rd hike will be 4+hrs depending on the pace of the group. We will be hiking over varied terrain with rocks, roots , scree, and whale backs at an easy pace. A lot of ups and downs in a beautiful forest. As always wear appropriate hiking footwear (no sneakers or sandals), bring 2 liters of water, snacks, bug spray/net, sunscreen as needed, and hiking poles if you use them (highly recommended). No dogs. Temps in the 90’s and rain will cancel. The meeting spot and driving directions will be e-mailed prior to the hike. L Margaret Griffin, CL Barbara Amoroso

Wed, Sept 3, 2022. Let’s Explore the Blue Hills. - registration required - cancelled
10:00am-2:00pm. Let’s explore a section of the Blue Hills. We will hike approximately 6 -7 miles and should get about 500' of elevation gain. I will send out the Information Sheet with the meet up location and route several days before the hike. Thunderstorms or extreme winds may delay, cancel, or shorten this hike. L Joanne Newton

Wed, Sept 7, 2022. Let’s Explore the Blue Hills. - registration required
10:00am-2:00pm. Let’s explore a section of the Blue Hills. We will hike approximately 6 -7 miles and should get about 700' of elevation gain. The Information Sheet with the details about where to park will be emailed out several days before the hike. Thunderstorms or extreme winds may delay, cancel, or shorten this hike. L John Schepis

Thurs, Sept 8, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Thurs, Sept 15, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Sat, Sept 17, 2022. Ramble through the Eastern Side of the Middlesex Fells, Medford. - registration required
10:00am-1:00pm. Join us as we explore the east side of the Middlesex Fells (Medford and Melrose). We will hike 4-5 miles at a moderate pace, roughly following the Rock Circuit Trail with some possible side exploration. There are a good amount of ups and downs and many scenic ledges looking towards Boston and Malden. More detailed information, e.g. start time, meeting location will be provided to confirmed participants. L Joanne Newton

Wed, Sept 21, 2022. Let’s Explore - The Blue Hills, CCC Camp and Domes. - registration required
9:45am-2:00pm. Moderate to fast pace with occasional stops. An approximately 7 mile, 4 hour hike with minimal elevation. This is a mostly wooded hike. Some trails are “in and outs” for those doing “trail tracing”. Wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes. Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, water, lunch/snacks, and rain jacket (just in case). Heavy rains/thunderstorms will cancel. Group size is limited to 9 hikers plus leader. Trail location will be emailed to confirmed hikers. L William Doherty

Thurs, Sept 22, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Sun, Sept 25, 2022. Let’s Explore Nobscot Reservation and Henry’s Hill, Sudbury. - registration required
9:00am. Join us for this moderately paced hike in beautiful Sudbury. Following the Ellis Land, Tower and Bay Circuit Trails we will hike approximately 7 miles and get an elevation gain of about 1000 feet. This is a mostly wooded hike with some ups and downs but there will also be opportunity for scenic views looking towards Boston, Blue Hills and Mount Wachusett. We will also explore Ford’s Folly - the remains of Henry Ford’s abandoned plan to build a colonial village in Sudbury - and visit Henry’s Hill - a popular place for bird watchers. More detailed information about start time, meeting location etc. will be provided to confirmed participants. Ls Joanne Newton, Connie Sanchez Morillo

Thurs, Sept 29, 2022. Blue Hills Hike (with some trailwork too). - registration required
The plan is to hike different sections of the Blue Hills, looking for areas that need brushing and small trees cut. “Most” weeks we will mostly be hiking, with occasional short stops to clip or saw a small tree. Some weeks we might find an overgrown area and hike less distance, while doing more trailwork. If we find LARGE trees, we will record them for future trailwork events, we won’t be bringing the larger 2 man saw on these trips! We will also be recording drainage structures and issues into the DCR database. Each week will be a different section, so trailhead locations will be sent to those registered. If folks are interested, these will continue ‘most’ Thursdays for a while. No tools required, I will have a couple saws and clippers. Hikes will generally be about 3 hours, including a short lunch stop. L Bob Vogel

Special designations:
C = Conservation program
F = Great for first timers in activity area
N = New members especially welcome