1998 Neponset River Summer Festival
Hyde Park Events
June-August 1998
Migratory Bird Walk
Saturday, May 16th, 10am-11:30am
Fowl Meadow (Burma Road) at Brush Hill Road
Our migratory birds are arriving in May and the Fowl Meadow is a
great place to see them. All levels of birdwatchers are welcome on the
walk. Bring binoculars and meet at Parking lot by Paul's Bridge.
Canoe Trip at Paul's Bridge
Saturday, June 20th, 10am
Paul's Bridge at Brush Hill Road
Take a trip along the middle Neponset from our newest canoe launch
at Paul's Bridge. This canoe trip is for intermediate level canoers.
Call NepRWA to register (781)575-0354
Outdoor Family Movie
Thursday, June 25, 8:30pm
Martini Shell
Join MDC & BNAF for an evening at the movies! Bring the whole
family and lawn chairs or blanket to watch a big screen movie.
Concert at Martini Shell
Sunday, July 12, 5pm-7pm
Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoy the music of the
Riverside Theater Group and the Puddlejumpers. A lively evening and
music for all ages.
Drawing Nature Scenes Nature Art Workshop
Saturday, July 18th, 9am-11am
Mill Pond, River St.
Recreate the beauty of the Mill Pond with paper and pencil. A local
artist will provide some instruction and assistance. All level of artist
skills are welcome. Materials will be provided! Registration required.
Mill Pond Canoe Trip
Saturday, July 18th, 10am-12pm
Join Audubon Naturalist Helga Burre for a canoe trip around the Mill Pond.
We will review paddling skills and observe the signs of wildlife around
the pond. All levels of paddlers are welcome. Registration required.
Mother Brook Bike Trip
Wednesday, August 5th, 6pm
Mill Pond Dam Bridge, Hyde Park
Doug Mink from MassBike/Boston will lead us on a bicycle ride from
the Neponset River to the Charles River along Mother Brook and back.
Meeting place is the bridge over the Mill Pond off River St.
Helmets are required for this trip.
Storytelling & Puppets
Saturday, August 8th, 10am-12pm
Martini Shell, Truman Hwy
Local storyteller Diane Edgecomb will bring nature alive with her tales.
She will be followed by a puppet performer. and some other surprises! A
fun morning for children of all ages.
All Boston Natural Areas Fund (BNAF) Programs are FREE.
Call BNAF to register or get information on other festival events at
(617)542-7696 or e-mail
bnaf@aol.com
BNAF 294 Washington St. #301, Boston, MA=0A02108