Hiking is often thought of as a sport of rugged individualism but in fact, it's a deeply social endeavor. Building trails, making them come alive, and keeping hikers safe takes many individuals, and hiking communities—including the WCT community—almost always take root with group hikes. On this page, you'll find a few ideas for making your next Walking City Trail ramble a collective adventure.
ORGANIZE A TRAIL MEETUP
You can use the maps and directions on this website for your own group hike on any segment(s) of the trail. Whether you're working with students or campers interested in Boston's urban green spaces, getting to know your coworkers, or simply looking to experience the social "cross-pollination" effect of urban trails, we encourage you to use the WCT to bring people together. We also might be able to help you promote an event on the trail. (Please get in touch with any inquiries about collaboration.)
JOIN A PUBLIC GUIDED HIKE
Throughout the year, Walking City Trail builders (usually Miles Howard) offer guided hikes along segments of the trail. These hiking events range from 2 to 8 miles in length. Some are built around activities while others are trail section hikes. Free admission is always offered, but the hikes do fill up fast! The best way to learn about upcoming group hikes is on our trail events page or by signing up for the WCT newsletter. You'll find the signup button at the bottom of this page and all the other pages.
COMMISSION A GUIDED HIKE
In addition to leading public group hikes along the trail, Miles is also available for private commissioned group hikes. If you're interested in a guided hike that focuses on the many eclectic scenic elements of Boston's green spaces and built spaces, a commissioned hike on the WCT can be your doorway into the cityscape. Pricing for private guided hikes is determined based on the size of the group, the length of the hike, and the time of year. Please contact Miles directly if you’d like to discuss this!