Kite Days on Spectacle & Georges Islands
| Hours: | 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. |
| Ages: | Kids |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free |
| Category: | Special Events |
Sunday, July 29 on Spectacle Island
Two islands in two days! Bring your own kite or make your own. Expert Kite Fliers will be on-hand to present flying demonstrations and give impromptu instruction. Kites will be sold on Georges Island both days. Rangers will be on-hand to supply visitors with kite-making materials, and instruction.
11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Wacky Wind Turbines
Kids can learn about the science behind wind energy by making their own wind turbine with Island Ambassadors. Materials provided.
11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Make your own Kite - Materials provided.
All free Boston Harbor Island programming is presented by The Island Alliance with the support of the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the National Park Service.
The Boston Harbor Islands national park area was established in 1996 and features 34 islands encompassing 1,600 acres and 35 miles of undeveloped ocean shoreline, all within 10 miles of downtown Boston. Featuring hiking trails, beaches, ranger-lead tours, camping, boat cruises, nature walks and historic sites, the number of islands, their proximity to a major metropolitan area and their significant natural and cultural features create a resource that has no parallel in the United States. For more information, call 617-223-8666 or visit BostonIslands.com.
Harbor Islands Express is the ferry transportation provider for the Boston Harbor
Islands national park are. Operating a fleet of brand new environmentally friendly
high speed catamarans, from Quincy or Boston to the Islands in 25 minutes. The vessels are ADA accessible and feature comfortable seating, restroom facilities, and full-service snack bars. For more information, visit harborexpress.com or call
617-222-6999.
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Spectacle Island, Boston, MA map
Phone: (617) 222-6999
Harbor Islands Express is the ferry transportation provider for the Boston Harbor
Islands national park are. Operating a fleet of brand new environmentally friendly
high speed catamarans, from Quincy or Boston to the Islands in 25 minutes. The vessels are ADA accessible and feature comfortable seating, restroom facilities, and full-service snack bars. For more information, visit harborexpress.com or call 617-222-6999.
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