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Tag: Peddocks Island

  • Friday, July 12, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Netwalk in Nature

    The Boston Harbor Women of Color Coalition (BHWOCC) and Professionals of Color in the Environment (POCIE) are collaborating for Netwalk in Nature on Friday, July 12th on Peddocks Island from 9am-5pm.

    Netwalk in Nature is a professional development experience like no other! We’re taking over Peddocks Island to connect with each other and the outdoors by exploring the many career opportunities available on Boston Harbor and the greater environmental field. Join us to connect directly from folks at the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the National Parks Service, Massport and more while they take us around the island and share their professional experience and insights working on the water. You can also look forward to an engaging and relevant workshop with POCIE CoFounder Nia Keith, discussing strategies to navigate white dominated office spaces.

    This event is perfect for folks who are eager to learn more about the vast array of career opportunities and connections in the outdoors, people looking to network with both BHWOCC and POCIE members, and those looking to enjoy nature alongside other passionate people of color. 

    We’ll have lawn games, food, headshots and more for a FREE DAY of connecting, networking, and career growth! RSVP HERE

    This event is made possible through the Boston Harbor Island Partnership Innovation Island grant, thank you to all involved in making this opportunity possible.

  • Saturday, March 23, 10:00 am – 2:30 pm – Cruising for Art

    Join the DCR on Saturday, March 23, from 10 – 2:30, for a scenic harbor cruise and visit to Peddocks Island, to capture some amazing photographs.  There will be short photography lessons on site.  The boat departs Quincy at 10 and Long Wharf in Boston at 11.  For reservation information and other details, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr/events/bhi3-23.pdf.  Photo of Peddocks Island from www.massvacation.com.

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  • Sunday, October 19, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Peddocks Island Trip

    From harbor protection to national park area, the uses of Peddocks Island have varied greatly based on the needs of Native Americans, Colonists and Bostonians.  The island’s proximity to the mainland ensured its prominent military role.  During the Revolutionary War, patriots raided a loyalist farm and Peddocks saw over 600 militiamen stationed on the island to guard the harbor against the return of British troops.  In more recent times, Fort Andrews protected the harbor from 1904 to the end of World War II.  Twenty six structures remain, including guardhouses, prisoner-of-war barracks, stables, a gymnasium and a firehouse.  At 184 acres, Peddocks is one of the largest, most diverse islands in the Boston harbor.  Gravel bars called tombolos link the five drumlins that form the island.  Fort Andrews to the east overlooks the waters of Hull Gut.  Quaint cottages and a salt marsh occupy the Middle Head, while West Head is a conservation area.  Join the Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands and Park Rangers for a walk through history and rustic island terrain.  Advance Ticket Purchase recommended.  Adults – $28, FBHI member or Senior (65+) – $25.  Purchase on-line at www.FBHI.org ($2 transaction fee per ticket).  Boat will pick up passengers at Fan Pier in Boston at 11:00 am and Pemberton Point Pier in Hull at 11:45 am.

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