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A Refreshing Hike To
The Blues Hills Observatory
By
Reno Litterio |
Taking advantage of this
rather mild winter, on January 28th 2006, I decided to
challenge myself and hike up to the Blue Hill Observatory in
Milton.
Not taking the usual trails because of soft and soggy
terrain, I looked for the beginning of the service road,
which is over a mile to the top.
New studies show that getting to walk outside, breathing
fresh air, and changing your usual active routines may
improve your mood swings.
In my moderate walking pace I reached the top and walked
around the weather station, then climbed the lookout tower.
The Boston skyline and the new Granite Links club house
could be seen in the distance with all the clusters of new
town houses and apartments.
A group of youngsters were using the chair lift and the main
slope, with man made snow. It brought back many memories of
my children learning the basics of skiing and spending time
on the big blue.
Hiking down was a breeze and I felt energized with a sense
of accomplishment. Don’t underestimate the great gains in
well being and vigor that you can give yourself. |
About The Author
Reno J. Litterio
is the previous Editor and Publisher of The Constellation
Newsletter. Litterio was the co-founder of the Ward 4 Senior
Citizens Social Group in Quincy in 1992 and is now chairman
and Director of the group. You can reach Mr. Litterio at
renowarior@aol.com.
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