Event Location: Boston MA
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Meeting Time: 8:30 AM
Max # People: 12
Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
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With 210 acres, Peddocks Island is one of the largest and most scenic of the Boston Harbor Islands. Composed of five drumlins, the island is crossed by scenic hiking trails and has unique geological features, sweeping sand beaches, woodlands, historic structures and spectacular views of the harbor and Boston. We'll take the 9:00 am ferry from Hingham Ferry Terminal, arriving at Peddocks Island at 9:35 am. Starting our hike at East Head, we'll explore the eerie ruins of Fort Andrews, continue on to Middle Head with its remnants of an old summer colony and fishing village, walk around stunning Prince Head and the shoreline around West Head, then over to picturesque Peggy's Cove, where we can jump in the harbor waters for a bracing swim. After the hike around East Head we'll return to the fort and dock. The hike has a length of about 5.0 miles. We'll return on the 3:15 pm ferry, arriving back at Hingham Ferry Terminal at 3:50 pm. While in beautiful Hingham, we'll have an optional get together for schmoozing at a local eatery/pub.
As there are no facilities on the island (okay - there is a restroom near the dock), please be sure to bring plenty of water, food for lunch, sunblock, insect repellent, hat, a towel and bathing suit for the possible swim, and any personal items you may require.
Rain will cancel.
We'll take the 9:00 am ferry to Peddocks Island from Hingham Ferry Terminal in Hingham (28 Shipyard Drive, Hingham, MA 02043) and return on the 3:15 p.m. ferry back to Hingham. We'll meet at 8:30 am at Hingham Ferry Terminal, which is located in the Hingham Shipyard Marina area, located just off Route 3A. There is convenient parking adjacent to the Hingham Ferry Terminal, although you'll want to get your parking validated inside the Terminal. For meeting location and directions, please view online: https://www.cityexperiences.com/boston/city-cruises/peddocks-island-ferry/
The Hingham Ferry Terminal recommended address for GPS is: 28 Shipyard Drive, Hingham, MA 02043
Google Maps link for the Hingham Ferry Terminal location: https://www.google.com/maps/@42.2527032,-70.9203624,15z?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
Round-trip ferry tickets to Peddocks Island from Hingham Ferry Terminal will cost $25.00. As weekends are busy with the ferries, it's strongly recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance online at: https://www.cityexperiences.com/boston/city-cruises/peddocks-island-ferry/
Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous
Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate
