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The First Day hike at Breakheart

EVENT ORGANIZERS Gillian Lay, Brett Powers from the DCR with Jason Moreira and members of the Friends

By Peter A Rossetti Jr., Esq.

The Friends of Breakheart

  Approximately 75 brave souls attended the First Day hike sponsored by the Friends of Breakheart and the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) at Breakheart Reservation on Saturday, New Year’s Day, at 10 a.m.

  There were two hikes led by DCR Rangers and Staff. A short hike of about two miles and a longer and more challenging one of four miles. All ages were represented, from very young to more senior hikers.

  The rain held off until the end of the hike and the hikers were treated to healthy snacks and hot chocolate served by the Friends group, including Bob Nazzaro, Joyce Vecchiarelli, Val Kappa, Susan Tremonte Stein, and Peter Rossetti Jr.

  Breakheart is a 600-acre park bisected by a paved road. Relatively warm December temperatures allowed for a leisurely and peaceful event that was enjoyed by all.

  Future events are subject to weather and health conditions. However, snow sledding on the meadow next to the skating rink is planned if there is snow for weekends, and a possible Easter Egg Hunt. The park is open daily from dawn to dusk for walking and hiking.

A FAMILY AFFAIR Sue Stein and her parents, Gerry and Ron Tremonte of Melrose, enjoy the day
A FAMILY AFFAIR: Susan Tremonte Stein and her parents, Gerry and Ron Tremonte of Melrose, enjoy the day.
IDEAL WEATHER The rain held off until the end of the New Years Day hikes at Breakheart Reservation last Saturday
IDEAL WEATHER: The rain held off until the end of the New Year’s Day hikes at Breakheart Reservation last Saturday (Jan. 1), and the walkers were treated to relatively warm December temperatures. (Courtesy photos to The Saugus Advocate)
EVENT ORGANIZERS Gillian Lay, Brett Powers from the DCR with Jason Moreira and members of the Friends
EVENT ORGANIZERS: Gillian Lay, Breakheart Reservation Visitor Services Supervisor Brett Powers of the state Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) with Jason Moreira and members of the Friends of Breakheart Reservation.
A TIME FOR FRIENDS Val Kappa and Hannah Richardson of Saugus get some hiking in
A TIME FOR FRIENDS: Val Kappa and Hannah Richardson of Saugus get some hiking in.

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