May-June 2019 (and beyond) AMC Boston Chapter Local Walks/Hikes
updated Sunday, June 30, 2019 6:45 PM

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Sat, May 4, 2019. Ponkapoag Pond, Canton. (walks, hiking) - approved Jan 6 with map and image
Moderate pace 4 mile walk, around scenic Ponkapoag Pond, with visit to AMC Camp. Pleasant stroll across golf course, on maple tree walkway. Enjoy sit-down break, on the dock at AMC Camp. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at The Lodge Bar & Grill, in nearby Randolph, at around 2:00pm. Meet 11:00am, at Ponkapoag Golf Course parking lot. From Route 93/128, exit 2A, take Route 138 South for 0.7 mile. See Ponkapoag Golf Course parking lot on left. L Brian Connolly.

Sat, May 4, 2019. Warner Trail, Wrentham. (walks, hiking) - approved Mar 26 with map (no image)
9am-4pm. 10-mi. mod. hike from Wampum Corner to Crocker Pond. Bring lunch & water. We will spot cars before the hike. Meet at Crocker Pond Conservation Area on Myrtle St. (off Rt 1). Heavy rain cancels. Email Jim if uncertain. No dogs; non-AMC $1. L Laura Cerier (508-404-6353; lcerier@comcast.net), CL Jim Goyea (jgoyea@hotmail.com).

Sat, May 4, 2019. Let's Hike Meadow Pond Reservation and Hampshire Woods in Groveland/Georgetown MA. (hiking) - approved Apr 30 with map and image
We'll hike Meadow Pond Reservation and Hampshire Woods. This area is also known as "Turtleland" as it provides excellent habitat for some rare turtles as well as salamanders. Meet at 12:00pm at the Meadow Pond Conservation Area parking area on Uptake Rd in Groveland MA. The hike will last about 3 hours, and plan to hike about 4 miles along woodland trails while listening for Spring Peepers, harbingers of Spring, from vernal pools that are sprinkled throughout this conservation area. Bird migration is well underway and many spring ephemeral flowers are blooming such as yellow marsh marigold and trilliums. Leader: Richard Lombard

Sat, May 11, 2019. Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Plain. (walks, hiking) - approved May 6 with map and image
Scenic, moderate 5-mi. walk with many stops to view plants & trees in bloom. 9:45am-1:30pm. Bring lunch. Meet at Admin. Bldg. Park on Arborway or take T to Forest Hills, walk 0.6 mi. Rain cancels. No dogs; non-AMC members $1. Leader: Marc Hurwitz

Sun, May 12, 2019. Blue Hills Hike, Milton. (walks, hiking) - approved Feb 9 with map and image - cancelled - rain
Blue Hills - 5 mile brisk-paced hike along yellow triangle trail with rolling hills, 9:00am-noon. Meet at Houghton's Pond parking lot. From Rte. 93/128 exit 3 (Houghtons/Ponkapoag), go N 0.5 mi. to stop sign, R on Hillside St. 0.2 mi. to Houghtons Pond lot on R. Bring lunch and water. Storm cancels. Leader: Beth Mosias

Fri, May 17, 2019. Castle Island, South Boston. (walks) - approved May 12 with map and image
Leisurely 4-mi. sunset walk along harbor, 6:45-8:45pm. From SE Expressway take JFK Exit, follow beach along Day Boulevard to end. Meet in front of Sullivan's. Bus: Red Line to Broadway Station, then City Point buses #9 or #11. Walk E toward water, L on Day Boulevard. Rain cancels. L Marc Hurwitz

Sat, May 18, 2019. Crane Beach, Ipswich. (walks, hiking) - approved Jan 6 with map and image
Moderate pace 5 mile walk, across scenic sand dunes, and along the ocean beach. Beautiful desert landscapes, include pitch pine forest, views of Essex Bay, and sea birds. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at Woodman's Seafood Restaurant, in nearby Essex, at around 2:00pm. Meet 11:00am, at Crane Beach parking lot. Parking Fee. From Route 128, exit 14 in Gloucester, take Route 133 West for 5 miles. Turn right on Northgate Road. Then, turn right on Argilla Road, follow to beach. L Brian Connolly.

Sat, May 18, 2019. Lets Hike Crane Pond Wildlife Management Area, West Newbury and Groveland. (hiking, walks) - approved May 13 with map and image
12:00pm-3:00pm. We'll hike a section of Crane Pond Wildlife Management Area located in West Newbury and Groveland, We'll meet at 12:00pm in front of the gate at the intersection of J.B. Little and Georgetown Roads, which is also the Town-line of Groveland and West Newbury MA. The hike will take us along woodland trails with great views of large areas of extensive wetlands created by beaver activity. Most of these wetlands are interconnected creating a considerable flowage of water that eventually discharges into the Parker River. We'll get the opportunity to enjoy the quiet and solitude of a spring hike along forested trails that meander through this almost 2600-acre wildlife management areas. Get the chance to observe up close how beavers can change the landscape and their environment. Expect to hike about 4.5 miles over woodland terrain. This conservation is managed by the Massachusetts Division of Fish and Wildlife. From I-95, take exit 56 west onto Scotland Road, then take a right at 0.5 miles onto Indian Hill St. Bear left at 0.5 miles onto Cherry Hill Street and continue onto Bachelor Road for 0.8 miles, where you will take a left onto Middle Street. Continue for 1.4 miles on Middle St, and then take left onto Georgetown Road continuing for about 0.5 miles where the road becomes gated preventing through traffic. Please note that at this gate that Georgetown Rd becomes J.B. Little Road. Use 128 Georgetown Rd for the final destination. Leader: Richard Lombard (978-394-9619; rllombard2@gmail.com)

Sat, May 18, 2019. Broadmoor (Natick) Mass Audubon walk. (walks, hiking) - approved May 12 with map and image
9:30am to 12:30pm. Start your Saturday with a lovely walk in this convenient (on Route 16), yet expansive wildlife retreat. Moderate pace, easy trails with some gentle hills and rocks. Bring water and snacks. From Boston: Take the Mass. Turnpike (Rt I-90) west to exit 16 (West Newton/Wellesley). Follow Rt 16 west for 7 miles to South Natick Center. The sanctuary is 1.8 miles ahead on the left. From the east: Take Rt 9 west to Rt 16 in Wellesley. Follow Rt 16. Meet at the Visitors Center. No children under 10 or dogs. Severe weather cancels. Contact leaders if uncertain. Charge: $5 if not a Mass Audubon member, plus $1 if not an AMC member. Leaders: Lisa Fleischman and Marc Hurwitz
Lisa Fleischman localwalks@amcboston.org or 617-244-5747 (before 9pm)
Marc Hurwitz localwalks@amcboston.org

Sun, May 19, 2019. The General Field and Surrenden Farms, Groton. (hiking, walks) - approved Jan 17 with map (no image)
1:00pm. Come see this unusual conservation area with large open-field habitat and great views to the south and west. We'll also duck into woods for a bit and stroll along the beautiful Nashua River with conservation land on both sides. About 2 hours, moderate pace. Meet at the parking area at the top of the General Field, 42.5871N 71.5858W. L Olin Lathrop (olin@embedinc.com; 978-742-9014).

Sun, May 19, 2019. Mine Falls Park, Nashua, NH. (hiking, walks) - approved Feb 9 with map and image - cancelled on May 2 (health concerns)
6-mile easy walk along Nashua River, canal with 1886 gatehouse, spectacular waterfall in 325-acre park, from 9:45am-2:00pm. Bring lunch and water. Route 128 Exit 32, Burlington, to Route 3N toward Nashua. Stay right on Exit 5 lane and take Exit 5A (Simon Street), then left on Simon Street, left on Whipple Street to parking lot at the end. Heavy rain cancels. No dogs. Non-AMC members, $1. Leader: Mark Levine

Sat, May 25, 2019. Neponset River Greenway/Mattapan Sq/Milton Hill. (walks, hiking) - approved Mar 26 with map and image, date change 5/11 to 5/25 on May 1
7.5-mile fast-paced walk along Neponset River to Mattapan Square on newly opened stretch of Neponset Greenway then to Hutchinson Field in Milton 9:30am-2:00pm. Must bring lunch, water and appropriate footwear. Meet at Hallet Street entrance to Pope John Paul II Park. From Route 93N, take exit 11 (11B from Route 93S) to Granite Avenue, north over Neponset River, immediate right on Hilltop Street, right under bridge into parking lot. E-mail if severe weather. No dogs. Non-AMC members $1. Leader: Mike Tuohey

Sun, May 26, 2019. Medfield Charles River State Reservation, Medfield. (hiking, walks) - approved May 20 with map (no image)
1:00pm-3:00pm. Easy walk, Medfield State Hospital grounds; open meadows, woodland trails along Charles River. Meet at stone entry gate on Hospital Road, Medfield, MA. Long pants, appropriate footwear - water. Leader: Jean Veigas 781-449-4324.

Mon, May 27, 2019. Blue Hills, Ponkapoag Pond. (hiking, walks) - approved Feb 9 with map and image
4 mi. mod.-paced hike, 10:30am-1:30pm. Bring lunch+water. I-93/Rte. 128 exit 2A to Rte. 138S for 0.7 mi. to Ponkapoag Golf Course pkg lot on L. Storm cancels. No dogs; non-AMC $1. Leader: Beth Mosias

Fri, May 31, 2019. Harborwalk Walk in the Seaport District and Fort Point, Boston. (walks) - approved May 27 with map and image
Moderate-paced 5-mi. walk on waterside walkways of Boston/South Boston including new parklands and spectacular views throughout, 6:30-9:15pm. Bring dinner/snack and water. Meet just inside the main doors at entrance to South Station T Stop and Train Station on Summer Street. Rain cancels. L Marc Hurwitz.

Sat, June 1, 2019. Warner Trail, Sharon. (walks, hiking) - approved Mar 26 with map (no image)
9am-5pm. 13-mi. mod. hike from Edge Hill Rd. in Sharon to High Rock in Foxboro. Bring lunch & water. We will spot cars before the hike. Meet at High Rock Rd. Turn onto High Rock Rd (paved woods road) 100 yds S of MOM South Motorcycles, 1000 Washington St (Rt 1), Foxboro. Heavy rain cancels. Email Jim if uncertain. No dogs; non-AMC $1. L Jim Goyea (jgoyea@hotmail.com), CL Laura Cerier (508-404-6353; lcerier@comcast.net).

Sat, June 1, 2019. Lincoln/Concord Conservation Lands. (hiking, walks) - approved May 27 with map and image
Fast-paced 8-mi. hike to such beautiful places as Fairhaven Bay, Heywood's Meadow, and Walden Pond, including alpaca sightings and a stop at a hidden farm store, 9:45am-2:00pm. Bring lunch, water, sturdy footwear. Meet at Lincoln Station commuter parking lot on Lincoln Road. From Route 128/Route 2 intersection, take Route 2 west (Exit 29B) 2.5 miles. At Bedford Street light, take right just after light to loop onto Bedford Street south across Route 2. Take Bedford Street 1.1 miles to intersection in Lincoln Center, then continue on what is now Lincoln Road for 1.6 miles. Turn right into Lincoln Station parking lot before railroad tracks and park in rear of lot. No dogs. Rain cancels. L Marc Hurwitz

Sun, June 2, 2019. Middlesex Fells 125th Celebration. (hiking, walks) - approved May 14 with map and image
Please join us in celebrating the 125th anniversary of the creation of the Middlesex Fells on Sunday, June 2nd from 1:00-4:00pm for a historical hike. Easy-to-moderate 4 mile round trip to Wright's Tower. Meeting point will be parking lot at Medford High School, 489 Winthrop Street. Start time will be at 1:15pm. Bring water, trail snacks. Heavy rain cancels this event. Leader: Nelson Caraballo (nelsonhikes@gmail.com; 617-548-8579) with Friends of the Fells/historian: Mike Ryan (mike_ryan@comcast.net)

Sat, June 8, 2019. Hemlock Gorge Reservation, Newton/Needham. (walks, hiking) - approved May 1 with map and image
Meet in the parking lot of 381 Elliot Street, Newton. Please arrive by 9:15am for a prompt 9:30am start. This year, in addition to partnering with the Boston Chapter Conservation Committee, the Southeastern Massachusetts Chapter will be leading along with us. Geologist, Les Tyrala will be our special guest speaker. Join us as we explore the geology and history of the Hemlock Gorge Reservation on a slow-paced, interpretive two-mile walk. No dogs. Steady rain will cancel. Leaders: Ken Cohen, Joan Entwistle, Lisa Fleischman. Questions? Contact Lisa at localwalks@amcboston.org or 617-244-5747.

Sat, June 8, 2019. Parks & Greenways, Quincy. (walks, hiking) - approved June 3 with map and image
7-mile fast-paced walk w/beach, woods, salt marshes, historic sites including Dorothy Quincy house, Peacefield & Crane Library, 10:00am-2:30pm. Bring lunch & water and appropriate footwear. Take Quincy Shore Drive to Wollaston Yacht Club pier at Beach St. Email if severe weather. No dogs; non-AMC members $1. Leader: Mike Tuohey

Sat, June 8, 2019. Horn Pond, Woburn. (walks, hiking) - approved June 3 with map and image
Challenging 5-mile hike including deep woods, water views, and at least one "mountain" with sweeping vistas, 11:30am-2:30pm. Bring lunch, water. From Rte. 95/128 exit 33A, take Rte. 3 S 3 mi., L on Pond St. 1 mi. PAST MAIN PARKING LOT then L on Arlington Road, L on Sturgis St. at northern end of Horn Pond, drive 2 blocks and park along Sturgis. Meet at Water St. intersection (coordinates 42.473620, -71.159714). Rain cancels. No dogs; non-AMC members $1. L Marc Hurwitz

Sun, June 9, 2019. Horse Hill Nature Preserve, Merrimac, NH. (hiking, walks) - approved Feb 9 with map (no image) - cancelled on May 2 (health concerns)
A 6 mi. forest hike over two prominent hills on well maintained trails Some ledges and steep ascents. 9:30am-2:00pm. This area is approx 14mi north of the NH/MA border. Head north on Rte. 3 toward Nashua, NH. and at the state line continue on the Everett Tpk. Take Exit 11, turn left onto Continental Blvd and then right at the first cross street onto Amherst Rd. Parking on left just under 3 mi. GPS address is 184 Amherst Rd, Merrimac, NH. Leader: Mark Levine

Mon, June 10, 2019. Boston Chapter Local Walks/Hikes Committee meeting. (meeting) - approved Apr 28 (no map or image)
Boston Chapter Local Walks & Hikes Committee meeting Monday, June 10 from 6:30-9pm in Cambridge. If you are interested in learning more about our committee and helping out, contact Committee Chair, Lisa Fleischman at localwalks@amcboston.org.

Sat, June 15, 2019. Boston's Back Bay Fens. (walks) - approved June 3 with map and image
Museums, educational and cultural institution; explore the Rose Garden, Victory Gardens and Japanese Garden. From 10:00am-2:00pm. Meet at corner of Huntington Ave. & Museum Rd. (Museum stop on Green Line "E"). Bring lunch & water. No dogs. New members welcome. Heavy rain cancels. L Sharon Marshall (smarshallmd@juno.com).

Sat, June 15, 2019. Middlesex Fells Multi-Pond Hike, Medford. (walks, hiking) - approved June 10 with map and image
Fast-paced and somewhat hilly 7-mile hike to 7 separate ponds as well as ledges with scenic views, 9:30am-2:00pm. Bring lunch, water, sturdy boots. Meet at DCR Flynn Rink on Woodland Rd. From Rte. 93 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. Leader: Marc Hurwitz

Sun, June 16, 2019. Wollaston Beach, Quincy. (walks, hiking) - approved Apr 5 with map and image
Fast-paced 7-mi walk along Wollaston Beach, Marina Bay, 9:00am-noon. Bring snack/water. From SE Expwy, exit 8 (Quincy), take Furnace Brook Pkwy. 2.8mi, L onto Quincy Shore Dr. L at first light into lot. Storm cancels. No dogs; non-AMC members $1. Leader: Beth Mosias

Sat, June 22, 2019. Walden Pond, Concord. (walks, hiking) - approved Feb 22 with map and image
Moderate pace 5 mile walk, across grassy meadows and through hemlock forest, to scenic Walden Pond. Visit a cove, once inhabited by Henry Thoreau. Enjoy sit-down break, on the shore of Walden. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at China Ruby Restaurant, in nearby Maynard, at around 2:00pm. Meet 11:00am, at Lincoln Train Station commuter parking lot. From Route 2, take Route 126 South for 2 miles. Turn left on Codman Road, follow to end. Turn left, see Train Station on left. Leader: Brian Connolly

Sat, June 22, 2019. Walk with Thoreau in Billerica. (walks, hiking) - approved June 14 with map and image
Join a guided walk to explore extant portions of the Historic Middlesex Canal, reading passages from Henry David Thoreau describing the towpath, from the 'Billerica Falls to Middlesex Village' in his 'A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers'. It is a three hour easy walk, 9:45am - 1:00pm. Knee high boots recommended! Focus: Camaraderie and local history. Meet at the gazebo at the falls (across from 71 Faulkner Street, N. Billerica, MA). This walk is one of many RiverFest events. Leader: Marlies Henderson

Sun, June 23, 2019. Groton Hills. (hiking, walks) - approved Jan 17 with map (no image)
1:00pm. Come explore this large chunk of conservation land with varied topography, including beaver ponds, meadows, upland, and eskers. About 2 hours, moderate pace. Meet at the trailhead in the northeast end of a parking are on Chicopee Row roughly across from Fertiledale Drive, 42.6324N 71.5472W. L Olin Lathrop (olin@embedinc.com; 978-742-9014).

Sun, June 23, 2019. Stony Brook South, Lincoln. (walks, hiking) - approved June 10 with map and image; cancelled 6/16, move to 6/23
2½ hr. hike through woods and along a chain of ponds and streams and a few gentle hills. 10:00am-12:30pm. Option for lunch in Lincoln afterwards. Rain cancels. Park in lot on north side of Rte. 117 (just west of 563 North Ave. - Weston's name for Rte. 117 - and 0.5 miles west of Lincoln Street, Weston). Rte. 117 changes name and enters Lincoln just west of turn-off. Leader: Joel Snider

Thurs, June 27, 2019. East Boston Greenway/Piers Park/Harborwalk/Marine Arts Sculpture Park. - approved June 23 with map and image
2 hour walk, some history, good harbor views. Option for harborside Downeast Cider Co. visit and picnic table dinner at KO Australian bistro ~8:00pm. Meet at 5:30pm at Blue Line Airport T stop (Bremen Street side), street parking available, approx. 268 Bremen Street on GPS. Same afternoon cell: 857-600-8295. Rain cancels. Leader: Joel Snider

Sat, June 29, 2019. Grassy Pond Conservation Land, Acton, MA. - approved June 12 with map (no image)
Slow-paced nature walk through fields and forests to Grassy Pond looking for summer wildflowers and fruits. The walk will focus on plant ID and fun natural history. 1:00-4:00pm. Rte 2 to Exit 42 (Rte 27/Main St, Acton). Follow Rte 27 north for about 1 mile through Acton Center and turn left on Nagog Hill Rd. Go 1.1 miles. Parking lot on left just past small meadow. Heavy rain cancels. Leader: Boot Boutwell (781-729-4712).

Sat, June 29, 2019. Middlesex Fells, Malden. - approved June 23 with map and image
7-mile fast-paced hike, some rocky steep hills to cliff views including waterfall w/lunch at pond. Moderate-rated hike, not for beginners. 10:00am-2:30pm. Bring lunch/water and appropriate footwear such as hiking shoes is required. Meet on Washington St. side of Oak Grove T sta. From Rte. 93 exit 32 in Medford take Rte. 60 E 1.2 mi., L on Highland Ave. 0.5 mi., R on Glenwood St. 0.6 mi., L on Wash. St. 0.1 mi., Park on street. Email if severe weather. No dogs. Non-AMC members $1. Leader: Mike Tuohey

Sun, June 30, 2019. Broadmoor (Natick) Mass Audubon walk. - approved June 12 with map and image [Cancelled due to expected thunderstorms]
9-11am. Meet outside the Visitors Center. Join us for a walk in this convenient (on Route 16), yet expansive wildlife retreat. Moderate pace, easy trails with some gentle hills and rocks. Bring water and snacks. No children under 10 or dogs. Severe weather cancels. Call Lisa if uncertain. Charge: $5 if not a Mass Audubon member, plus $1 if not an AMC member. Leader: Lisa Fleischman (617-244-5747 before 9pm); Co-Leader: Lynda Boriskin
Driving directions

Thurs, July 4, 2019. World's End Reservation, Hingham. (walks, hiking) - approved Apr 5 with map and image
Scenic 5-mi. walk, 8:30-11:30am. Bring snack/water. From Rte.3A rotary in Hingham, take Summer St. 0.5mi. to light, L on Martin's Lane to entr. $8.00 per person fee for non-members of the Trustees of Reservations. Avoid Rte.228 due to holiday event road closures. Storm cancels. No e-mail after 7/3. No dogs; non-AMC members $1. Leader: Beth Mosias

Fri, July 5, 2019. Thompson Island Sandbar Sunset Walk, Quincy/Boston. (walks) - approved June 30 with map and image
Unusual 4-mile walk with great views along sandbar at low tide to southern edge of a Boston Harbor island, 6:45pm-9:00pm. Proper footwear required (hiking boots, sneakers, or water-resistant shoes); bring dinner & 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; non-AMC members $1. L Marc Hurwitz

Sun, July 7, 2019. Cutler Park Reservation, Needham. - approved June 12 with map and image
9-11am. Join us for a walk in this local gem, conveniently located directly off of Route 128. As you walk the trails, you will not believe that you are so close to the highway. Highlights include Kendrick Pond, views of the Charles River, and the boardwalk crossing a marshland. Easy trails, minor ups and downs, with some roots and rocks, moderate pace. Bring water and snacks. No children under 10 or dogs. Severe weather cancels. Call Lisa if uncertain. $1 fee for those not AMC members. Leader: Lisa Fleischman (localwalks@amcboston.org, 617-244-5747 before 9pm); Co-Leader: Lynda Boriskin
Directions: 84 Kendrick St, Needham, MA

Sat, July 20, 2019. Walden Pond, Concord. (walks, hiking) - approved Apr 11 with map and image
Moderate pace 5 mile walk, across grassy meadows and through hemlock forest, to scenic Walden Pond. Visit a cove, once inhabited by Henry Thoreau. Enjoy sit-down break, on the shore of Walden. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at China Ruby Restaurant, in nearby Maynard, at around 2:00 PM. Meet 11:00 AM, at Lincoln Train Station commuter parking lot. From Route 2, take Route 126 South for 2 miles. Turn left on Codman Road, follow to end. Turn left, see Train Station on left. Leader: Brian Connolly

Sat, July 27, 2019. (Rain Date: Sun, July 28) Walk from Revere Beach to Copley Square, Boston. (walks, hiking) - approved Apr 15 with map (no image)
This 12+ mile walk (with shorter options) has it all - ocean, marsh, beach, harbor, river, and ethnic and downtown neighborhoods. It starts with a visit to the annual Sand Sculpting Contest, passes through East Boston including a lunch stop, the Boston Waterfront, the edges of Charlestown and Cambridge, the Boston Esplanade and the Commonwealth Mall, ending at the Boston Marathon finish line. Enjoy a summer day of walking, and celebrate completion of the route at the Solis Irish pub. This walk has become an annual tradition and is a joint venture with FreeWalkers. Meet at 8:30am at the Wonderland Station (MBTA Blue Line) on the upper level plaza that overlooks Revere Beach. NOTE: If you do not want to complete the entire 12+ miles, there are many MBTA stops along the route that make it easy to exit the walk. If any doubt about postponement due to rain, contact one of the leaders. Questions? Contact one of the leaders. Leaders: Nancy Cahn (njcahn@gmail.com), Fran Price (617-875-5232 or francine.j.price@gmail.com).

Sun, Aug 4, 2019. Castle Island, South Boston. (walks) - approved May 21 with map and image
7:30-9:30am. Beat the heat and bugs on a scenic early morning walk at Castle Island with a couple of loops around the "sugar bowl" followed by breakfast at Sullivan's (counter service). From I-93 take exit 15 Columbia Rd. and turn right on Columbia Rd. At the traffic circle take the 2nd exit onto William J Day Blvd. and follow 2 miles to end and park in the lot at Sullivan's, 2080 William J Day Blvd. Storm cancels. Leader: Beth Mosias

Sat, Aug 17, 2019. Walden Pond, Concord. (walks, hiking) - approved June 12 with map and image
Moderate pace 5 mile walk, across grassy meadows and through hemlock forest, to scenic Walden Pond. Visit a cove, once inhabited by Henry Thoreau. Enjoy sit-down break, on the shore of Walden. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at China Ruby Restaurant, in nearby Maynard, at around 2:00pm. Meet 11:00am at Lincoln Train Station commuter parking lot. From Route 2, take Route 126 South for 2 miles. Turn left on Codman Road, follow to end. Turn left, see Train Station on left. Leader: Brian Connolly

Sat, Sept 14, 2019. Crane Beach, Ipswich. (walks, hiking) - approved June 12 with map and image
Moderate pace 5 mile walk, across scenic sand dunes, and along the ocean beach. Beautiful desert landscapes, include pitch pine forest, views of Essex Bay, and sea birds. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at Woodman's Seafood Restaurant, in nearby Essex, at around 2:00pm. Meet 11:00am, at Crane Beach parking lot. Parking Fee. From Route 128, exit 14 in Gloucester, take Route 133 West for 5 miles. Turn right on Northgate Road. Then, turn right on Argilla Road, follow to beach. Leader: Brian Connolly

Sat, Sept 21, 2019. 6th Annual Duxbury Beach Walk. - approved June 12 with map and image
9:30am-2:00pm. Fall has begun and the crowds are gone. It is a perfect time to join us for a walk to the end of Duxbury Beach and have lunch at the Gurnet Point Lighthouse. Moderate pace. Bring lunch, snacks, and water. No children under 10 or dogs. $1 fee for those not AMC members. Heavy rain cancels. If uncertain, contact Lisa or Mary. Leaders: Lisa Fleischman (617-244-5747 before 9pm, localwalks@amcboston.org); Mary Wisbach (781-771-3680 before 9pm); Co-Leader: Judith Watson
Directions: From North or South: Take Route 3 to Exit 11, Turn R going East, Exit roundabout at 2nd turn from either direction which is Congress/West Street, 1.8 miles, then bear R onto Church St, which turns into George St, 1.1 miles, then L at the flagpole onto Powder Point Rd (no street sign), Powder Point Rd to end, Parking in small lot to the right. No street parking. Call Mary at 781-771-3680 if needed.

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