History Hike of the Blue Hills Reservation

Join us for a guided history hike through the Blue Hills Reservation led by Rick, a longtime Blue Hills enthusiast with an extensive knowledge of the reservation and its history.

On this hike, Rick will share stories and historical insights about the Blue Hills as we explore the landscape and trails. Participants will learn about how the reservation has changed over time and the people, places, and events that have helped shape this unique landscape.

This will be Rick’s first hike with Friends of the Blue Hills, with plans for additional history-focused hikes in the future. Each hike will offer an opportunity to explore a different part of the Blue Hills while learning more about the history and stories behind the reservation.

Whether you’re new to the Blue Hills or have been exploring the reservation for years, come join us for a walk through the history of this special place.

By signing up for the hike you agree to the waiver below.

Release and Assumption of Risk: I would like to participate in the hike (the “Hike”) organized by the Friends of the Blue Hills (“Friends”). I am aware that participation in a Friends’ Hike involves risk, including, but not limited to, the hazards of walking on rocky terrain, possible interaction with wildlife and physical exertion. I hereby state that I am physically capable of participating in the Hike. I also agree to comply with all DCR rules and regulations. Therefore, notwithstanding the risks of participating in the Hike set forth and as described above, and in consideration of the Friends: 1) I AGREE TO ASSUME AND ACCEPT ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE HIKE; AND 2) I HEREBY RELEASE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE AND COVENANT AND AGREE NOT TO SUE, AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, THE FRIENDS AND ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY, THE “RELEASEES”), AND EACH OF THE RELEASEES, FROM AND AGAINST AND IN REGARD TO ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, ACTIONS, SUITS, LOSSES, COSTS, DAMAGES, AND EXPENSES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ATTORNEYS’ FEES), AND ANY AND ALL LIABILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF EVERY KIND AND DESCRIPTION, WHICH I SHALL OR MAY HAVE AGAINST THE RELEASEES OR ANY ONE OR MORE OF THEM ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, MY PARTICIPATION IN THE EVENT. I agree that this release and Assumption of Risk shall be (a) binding upon me and my heirs, executors, legal representatives, successors, and assigns, and (b) deemed a contract made under seal under the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the internal laws of said Commonwealth without regard to its principles of conflict of laws. Photo release: I hereby grant permission to Friends of the Blue Hills to use photographs and/or video taken of me and any minor participant(s) who will accompany me at this event in publications, news releases, online, and in other communications related to the mission of Friends of the Blue Hills.