Hemlock Gorge Reservation, Newton/Needham

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Local Walks/Hikes
Trip dates: Saturday, June 8, 2019 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Rescheduled Earth day Walk, which was canceled because of the weather. 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.

Directions from Route 128 (also known as Interstate 95): Take exit number 19 B, Highland Avenue, towards Newton. Proceed to the 2nd traffic light and turn left onto Oak Street. Proceed to 1st traffic light and turn left onto Chestnut Street. Proceed to 1st traffic light and turn left onto Elliot Street. The parking lot for 381 Elliot Street is on your right.

Directions:

Directions from Route 128 (also known as Interstate 95): Take exit number 19 B, Highland Avenue, towards Newton. Proceed to the 2nd traffic light and turn left onto Oak Street. Proceed to 1st traffic light and turn left onto Chestnut Street. Proceed to 1s

Trip details

Activity: 
Hiking
Walks
Trip region: 
Massachusetts, Boston Area
Trip state: 
MA
Leader: 
Ken Cohen
Joan Entwistle
Lisa Fleischman localwalks@amcboston.org (617-244-5747; before 9pm)
External link: 
The Circular Dam at Hemlock Gorge/Photo by Ken Cohen
Status: 
Open
Trip country: 
USA

Audiences

Adults (18+)
Run until filled: 
No

Registration

Registration required: 
No

Fees

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Special types

Happenings: 
No
X Happenings: 
No
Volunteer: 
No
Instruction: 
No
First timers: 
No
Conservation: 
No
New members: 
No
Advance notice: 
No
Special notice: 
No
Creation date: 
2019-05-01 13:48:19.0
Last updated: 
2019-05-01 13:48:19.0