Stewardship Saturday: World's End

Join park stewards and our partners The Trustees to help with landscape and ecosystem management atop the beautiful drumlins of World's End! As we work together to enhance habitat for native birds, insects, trees, and wildflowers, we'll explore the local flora and fauna......More

Join park stewards and our partners The Trustees to help with landscape and ecosystem management atop the beautiful drumlins of World's End! As we work together to enhance habitat for native birds, insects, trees, and wildflowers, we'll explore the local flora and fauna and discuss the ecology, natural history, and cultural significance of the landscapes within Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park.Registration is required for this event. See "Day as a Park Steward" for what it's like to join us!Directions: Please meet staff at the entrance to World's End (165 Martin's Lane, Hingham, MA). Parking is available, but carpooling is strongly encouraged to reduce the number of cars in the lot. The entrance is also a one mile walk from the Nantasket Junction stop on the Greenbush commuter rail line. We will send more information to registrants about parking and carpooling prior to the event. Please reach out to the site contact from this listing if you have any concerns or questions about getting to the worksite from the greater Boston area.Timing: The day will begin at 9 AM and end at 2:30 PM. What to wear: Long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, closed-toe shoes, and layers for the weather. Conditions can be unpredictable so please monitor the weather in the days leading up to the event and dress appropriately. What to bring: Please bring a lunch and plenty of water in a reusable water bottle. Sunscreen and a hat are always recommended. Tools, gloves, and PPE will be provided. Event will run rain or shine, however, may be cancelled due to severe weather.Location is subject to change. Information will be shared immediately about any changesClick here to see all National Parks of Boston Volunteer Opportunities!If you are under 18 and interested in volunteering, please contact me directly ([email protected]) as we have special guidance and volunteer.gov does not allow minor applications

Entrance to World's End (165 Martin's Lane, Hingham, MA)

Stewardship Saturday: Cathleen Stone Island (Thompson Island)

Come join park biologists and volunteer stewards for a Stewardship Saturday at Cathleen Stone [Thompson] Island! Help us control non-native invasive plants and enhance native ecosystems and natural processes in the park. We will explore the local flora and fauna and dis......More

Come join park biologists and volunteer stewards for a Stewardship Saturday at Cathleen Stone [Thompson] Island! Help us control non-native invasive plants and enhance native ecosystems and natural processes in the park. We will explore the local flora and fauna and discuss the ecology, natural history, and cultural significance of landscapes in the park as we work to understand and improve habitat for the native birds, bugs, trees, and flowers of the Boston Harbor Islands.See a Day as a Park Steward for what it's like to join us!Directions: Departure will be from EDIC pier. The dock is a short walk from multiple public transit stops (namely the Silver line and the Red line, with bus routes nearby as well). There are also public paid parking garages nearby and people occasionally find free street parking down Summer Street across the bridge. More information about arrival and logistics will be given the week of the event.Timing: The boat departs at 8am. We will return by 2:30 pm.What to wear: Long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, closed-toe shoes, and layers for the weather. Conditions can be unpredictable so please monitor the weather in the days leading up to the event and dress appropriately. What to bring: Please bring a lunch and plenty of water in a reusable water bottle. Sunscreen and a hat are always recommended. Tools, gloves, and PPE will be provided. Event will run rain or shine, however, may be cancelled due to severe weather.Location is subject to change. Information will be shared immediately about any changesClick here to see all National Parks of Boston Volunteer Opportunities!If you are under 18 and interested in volunteering, please contact me directly ([email protected]) as we have special guidance and volunteer.gov does not allow minor applications

Departure will be from EDIC pier.

Veterans Cruise

Honor veterans and active service members with a special cruise and excursion to Georges Island.Enjoy a cruise to Georges Island in honor of veterans and active service members. This year there will be opportunities to explore Fort Warren on a historical guided tour ref......More

Honor veterans and active service members with a special cruise and excursion to Georges Island.Enjoy a cruise to Georges Island in honor of veterans and active service members. This year there will be opportunities to explore Fort Warren on a historical guided tour reflect on your service through our Share Your Story space and fun self-guided activities for all ages.Light snacks and warm beverages will also be provided but we encourage visitors to plan accordingly by either bringing lunch from home or purchasing food aboard the ferry.****ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST ARRIVE EARLY FOR CHECK IN AND BOARDING****Meeting Location: 10 Waterside Ave Boston MA 02210 (Fan Pier)Arrive for check in: 10:30AMSchedule:Depart from Fan Pier: 11:00AMArrive to Georges: 11:45PMDepart from Georges: 2:00PMReturn to Fan Pier: 2:45PMTicket Pricing:Veterans & Active Military: FreeFriends family & general public: $5Children 4-12 years: FREEChildren 3 years and under: FREEIf cost is a barrier to your participation please contact [email protected] weather note:This program will be held rain or shine unless weather is inclement or severe enough to threaten visitor safety.We encourage all visitors to watch the weather closely plan ahead to come prepared for potentially rainy or windy conditions and try to be available for both dates.AboutThis program is presented by Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park National Parks of Boston the Department of Conservation of Recreation Boston Harbor Now The Highland Street Foundation and Boston Harbor City Cruises.

Ship departs from Fan Pier and visits Georges Island.

Boston Harbor Islands Partnership Meeting

This is a regular meeting of the Boston Harbor Islands Partnership, which includes representatives from a range of federal, state, city, and nonprofit agencies. All members of the public are welcome to attend and provide input.Link to RegisterAgenda to come