Neponset River

Pedal Poker River Run | October 19

Submitted by RChambers on Fri, 09/06/2013 - 10:19am
Ride, walk or run along the Neponset River, collecting a full poker hand at stations along the way. The best hands win great prizes. This is a fun, low-key fundraiser that can be played at your own pace. Raise money for one of your favorite organizations: Boston Natural Areas Network, Brookwood Community Farm, Massachusetts Affordable Housing Alliance and/or Mattapan Food & Fitness Coalition.
 
Main route is a 5k along off-street paved paths (registration begins at 1:30pm). A longer (17.5 miles) route through Dorchester, Mattapan, Hyde Park and Milton is available for stronger cyclists (registration begins at 12:30pm).
 
Registration is free, but we are requesting a minimum $25 donation from participants 12 years and older with a goal of $100 raised by each person. 
 
Information gathered from Pedal Poker Run

Canoe Excursion on the Neponset | July 27

Submitted by W on Mon, 07/22/2013 - 1:26pm

Enjoy a Saturday afternoon canoe adventure with BNAN! This Neponset River paddle will take place on July 27 at 2pm. Participation is limited to experienced paddlers who can meet at Milton Landing. Canoes and gear will be provided for this FREE event. For more info, contact 617-542-7696 or email info@bostonnatural.org. To learn more about BNAN, click HERE.

Arbor Day Tree Planting | April 26

Submitted by Gabrielle Joffe on Fri, 04/05/2013 - 12:51pm

Arbor Day Tree Planting on the Neponset River Greenway

Friday, April 26, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Neponset Greenway at Butler MBTA Trolley Station, Butler Street, Dorchester

What better way to celebrate Arbor Day than by planting trees! Join Boston Natural Areas Network (BNAN) and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to plant new trees on the Neponset River Greenway in Dorchester. This event will begin with a tree planting demonstration led by ISA Certified Arborist Mathew Cahill, after which volunteers will break into small groups to plant trees. Gloves, tools, snacks and water provided.

Register for these opportunities by calling BNAN at 617 542 7696 or by email to info@bostonnatural.org. Events will be held rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for weather and moderate labor.

Earth Day Tree Planting | April 22

Submitted by Gabrielle Joffe on Fri, 04/05/2013 - 12:49pm

Earth Day Tree Planting on the Neponset River Greenway

Monday, April 22, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Neponset Greenway at Milton MBTA Trolley Station, Adams Street, Dorchester

Help Boston Natural Areas Network (BNAN) and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) celebrate Earth Day by planting a grove of trees on Neponset Greenway in Dorchester. This event will begin with a tree planting demonstration led by BNAN staff, after which volunteers will break into small groups to plant the remaining trees. Gloves, tools, snacks and water provided. Bring friends and family!

Register for these opportunities by calling BNAN at 617 542 7696 or by email to info@bostonnatural.org. Events will be held rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for weather and moderate labor.

 

MA Park Serve Day, Neponset River Greenway | April 20

Submitted by Gabrielle Joffe on Fri, 04/05/2013 - 12:47pm

MA Park Serve Day, Neponset River Greenway

Saturday, April 20, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Neponset Park, Hilltop Street @ Granite Ave, Dorchester

Service projects to improve MA Department of Conservation and Recreation Parks across the Commonwealth will be happening on Park Serve Day. Join Boston Natural Areas Network (BNAN) to plant seven new trees at beautiful Neponset Park in Dorchester on the Neponset River. Volunteers will also care for 25 trees planted in the fall of 2012, applying additional mulch, checking stakes and ties, fertilizing and installing gator bags. Gloves, tools, snacks and water provided. Bring friends and family! >> Read More

Neponset Greenway Murals Walking Tour | July 25

Submitted by W on Tue, 07/10/2012 - 11:35am

Join Boston Natural Areas Network for a Neponset Greenway Murals Walking Tour. Meet at Pope John Paul II Park (Gallivan Blvd, Dorchester) at 6pm. The tour is a leisurely paced 2-mile guided walk. To register, contact info@bostonnatural.org or call 617-542-7696.

Annual Spring Neponset Cycle | March 18th

Submitted by alyssakeil on Fri, 03/09/2012 - 3:48pm

On Sunday, March 18, at 10:00 a.m. join in the Annual Spring Neponset Cycle! The ride will commence at the concession stand at Fort Independence/Castle Island, and Day Blvd. in South Boston. Usher out winter and welcome spring by riding the entire Neponset Greenway, end to end, exploring the present and future paths. A 13-mile flat ride (one way) both on-road and on paths. You cannot ride without a helmet! Pre-registration is recommended - do so by contacting info@bostonnatural.org.

1st Annual Leahy Holloran Polar Bear Plunge, Jan. 1

Submitted by alyssakeil on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 3:26pm

*TIME OF EVENT CHANGED FROM 8AM TO 4PM DUE TO TIDES*

In memory of Brian Leahy, the Leahy Holloran Community Center will be hosting their 1st Annual Polar Bear Plunge! Startoff the New Year with a very chilly swim at the beach. On Sunday, January 1, 2012 (New Year's Day) the plunge will happen at 4:00pm at Tenean Beach, Neponset. $25 admission will include a pancake breakfast, and the first 50 people registered will receive a Polar Bear Plunge Hooded Sweatshirt! For more information see flyer attachment below or contact Craig Galvin at 617.947.6424.

The event will be sponsored by: Phillips Candy House, Ramada Inn, Carney Hospital, Team Sully Mac, Freeport Tavern, Boston Bowl, Deadwood Cafe, Comfort Inn and Local 103. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Leahy Holloran Community Center.

Neponset River Trail Meeting Nov. 17

Submitted by alyssakeil on Tue, 11/15/2011 - 10:52am
The Department of Conservation and Recreation, Commonwealth of Massachusetts will host a public meeting on the Neponset River Trail on Thursday, November 17, 2011. The meeting will be from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Foley Senior Residences Dining Room, 249 River Street, Mattapan.

At the meeting, DCR will provide an update on the pathway project that will link the Lower Neponset River Trail to the Neponset Esplanade, including information on a U. S. Department of Transportation TIGER grant application submitted by DCR for federal funding for the project. DCR will also seek additional public input on potential design opportunities.

If you have questions about the public meeting, call 617-626-4974 or email DCR.Updates@state.ma.us.

Neponset River Greenway Monthly Meeting Nov. 2

Submitted by alyssakeil on Tue, 10/11/2011 - 12:55pm

Find out what's happening to a natural area in your backyard! The Neponset River Greenway Council will hold their monthly meeting November 2nd at St. Brendan's Church, 589 Gallivan Road in Dorchester. Visit bostonnatural.org for more information about the Neponset River Greenway. Contact Candice Cook by email or call her at 617-542-7696 (ext. 16) for more information.

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