by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Aug 23, 2011 | Blog
How can you help reduce trash in the Blue Hills – and increase recycling at the same time? Help collect signatures for the ballot initiative to update the Bottle Bill! We’ve found that when people know they can redeem their bottles, they’re less likely to...
by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Aug 18, 2011 | Blog
Through stories, crafts and a scavenger hunt, Boy Scouts at Camp Sayre learned about plants in the Blue Hills. We’re delighted to partner with Camp Sayre and to meet so many enthusiastic scouts! For more photos, visit us on FaceBook.
by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Aug 1, 2011 | Blog
Yesterday’s Boston Globe featured an article questioning the ‘war on invasive species.’ Some ecologists, according to the article, challenge the prevailing wisdom to promote native plants and encourage control of invasive species. I hate to be a spoiler, but the end...
by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Jul 19, 2011 | Blog
The Blue Hills has lots of the invasive plant, garlic mustard – particularly at the AMC Ponkapoag cabins. Former Friends of the Blue Hills Board member, Robert Mussy, has had great success in controlling this invasive plant on his own property, which is very...
by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Jul 11, 2011 | Blog
What’s most important to all of us who care deeply about the Blue Hills Reservation? What are our fundamental values and what do we want to see for the future? We articulated the answers to those questions below. We’d love to hear your feedback. Values We value an...
by Friends of the Blue Hills - Admin | Jul 10, 2011 | Blog
You’re probably not surprised, but it’s certainly nice the Reservation was recognized by CBS Boston as one of the top spots for hiking near Boston. If you’re looking for the right hike for you – check out our recommended hikes. And if you have...
