Nature is Bursting Spring Hike in the Arnold Arboretum

You won't want to miss this beautiful spring hike through the Arnold Arboretum - nature is really bursting there now & it is truly spectacular! Beginning at the main entrance, we'll walk throughout the entire preserve for about four miles.  Yes, this may be a "bunny hike," but we'll be well rewarded with seeing some of nature at its finest, especially the flowering and fragrant lilacs, azaleas and rhododendrons.  We'll also take in spectacular views of Boston from Peters and Bussey Hills, ascending the steep, pine-clad slopes of Hemlock Hill, and examine the always awesome and magnificent tree specimens.  The Arnold Arboretum is a 280-acre treasure operated by Harvard University on land owned by the City of Boston.  It's one of the finest examples of landscape design by Frederick Law Olmsted, and it's a National Historic Landmark.  Because of the vagaries of Boston weather, please dress with the appropriate outdoors gear, wear good hiking shoes and bring a liter of water.  After our extensive walk, we'll have the option to head over to nearby Jamaica Plain Center where we can further schmooze at a local eatery (hopefully local favorite the Galway House).