Quickie! Who's up for a Boston Mini-Gathering?

[walterick]

I'd love to do a walking/train tour of Boston! That's more what I had in my mind. You beat me to the punch with my next question: is there a good place to get views of the city? Sounds like there is. I am big into city/skyline shots these days.

Thanks again. We'll definitely forge something here.

[davef]

Boston doesn't have the greatest looking skyline from land..you really have to be out in the harbor for the best views, but from a couple of marinas in Charlestown you can get some really good views. All within easy walking distance of town.

[yaronsh]

I may or may not be in town that weekend... If in town, hey, I'll join ya!

As far as city skyline shots go:

* Charlestown (Bunker Hill) - Have yet to investigate it, but I'm sure it's there. Also rich in historical content, and can climb to top of Bunker Hill monument.

* If you're up for some hiking (also opportunities for nature photography):
(1) Blue Hills - a little distant, need a clear day (or good PhotoShop skills).
(2) Middlesex Fells - never been there, but the area seems like it would have good views.
(3) Arnold Arboretum (Jamaica Plain) - need to find the highest spot, forgot exactly where it is.

* Lynn waterfront, Nahant beaches. A little distant, but potential for dramatic shots, esp. on overcast days.

* My favorite (shhh, secret spot): Winthrop, by a playground on the west side, where the Winthrop coast "bends." It's you, then water, then Logan Airport, then the city. Planes coming in for a landing zoom right over your head.

* Other spots, I'm sure, west and NW of the city. A topographic map of metro Boston is on my shopping list.

* Take a commuter ferry across the bay? (Never done it)

- Yaron

[stew]

Hey all,

I'm in!! I live in the South End, so I'm up for meeting wherever works. I have done the "tourist" thing a number of times, but I love it and am always up for another go-round. Plus, I always seem to find some new experience....

I didn't read all of the ideas for touring Boston featured in the replies, but I would enjoy a harbor cruise for an hour or so if the group is so inclined. But really, I'd just enjoy hanging out.

Cheers, Stew

[walterick]

to me.

I'm up for a walking/railing/boating tour of Boston. I just took a 3 Hour boat Tour around Manhattan Island with the New York Gatherers so the same around Boston sounds fitting

I'll keep this thread as up to date as I can. As mentioned, it looks like Saturday June 5 is the day. I'll be touring VT/NH/ME for the few days prior to that.

Thanks all!

Rick