What we’re about
Welcome to The Walking Group! Join us on visits to scenic rail trails, conservation lands, parks, beaches, and more. Participation is open to all. The goal of this group is to enjoy the outdoors, exercise, and make new friends.
By signing up for this event you agree to abide by the following rules:
- Only sign up if you are sure you will be attending. If you sign up for an event but will not be attending, change your response ASAP. Cancellations and no-shows make it difficult for the volunteers to continue organizing events.
- Due to our large group size, waitlists are often necessary for parking and/or safety issues. Priority on the waiting lists goes to founding members and those who have hosted events.
- Dress appropriately for the weather, wear sturdy footwear, and bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
- You assume all risks when participating and certify that you are fit to participate.
- All participants must use care and good judgment and obey all instructions, rules, and regulations of the venue and local authorities.
- The volunteer group leaders, hosts, and other participants are not liable for any harm or injury caused by participating in the detailed purpose of the event.
- Come on time.
- Check Meetup for cancellations and changes in meeting times and locations before each event.
- Spread out and stay on the right side of the trails.
- Be kind to everyone.
- Call 911 if you have an emergency during the event, contact Denise at 978-835-4242 if you need assistance during an event.
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See all- Boston Harbor Ferry LoopGovernment Center MBTA Entrance, Boston, MA
For those reluctant to hike when the "feels like temperature" approaches 100 F. Take the MBTA ferry as it loops from the Aquarium to Logan, the Seaport, Winthrop, and Quincy. Returning to Long Wharf via Seaport. Departure time is 11:30 and return by 1:00 pm. Round trip tickets are $13 ($6.50 if qualify for reduced fare). Ferry | Schedules & Maps | MBTA
Upon return, refreshments at Rowes Wharf or Quincy Market.Gather at City Hall at 10:30 for introductions and a leisurely walk down to Long Wharf. This event is also posted with The Exploring Group.
Pay with mTicket App, paper ferry ticket, or cash.
Street Parking is generally free on Sundays (check posted restrictions). Check out Sudbury, Somerset, New Chardon, Bowdoin or Cambridge Streets. Enlarge this GIS map for individual black dot meters Untitled map
Also, the Green and Blue subway lines come through this location; Orange at State; Red at Park. Garage under Saltonstall building off Somerset is $12 on weekends.
Group rules:- You must be signed up to attend the event.
- Only sign up for events if you intend to show up.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate clothes for the weather.
- Bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
- You assume all risks when participating. Group leaders are volunteers and are not liable for any harm or injury to you or others.
- We will take off about 10 minutes past the starting time.
- If you sign up for an event but will not be attending, please change your response.
- Check Meetup for cancelations and changes in meeting times and locations before each event.
- Be kind to each other.
