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Langlee Island and the Inner Hingham Harbor

Posted on September 20, 2014 by BHB

At the far Southeastern end of the greater Boston Harbor lie the islands of Hingham Harbor. There are four rocky outcrops in this sheltered bay once known as Bare Cove to early English settlers: Langlee Island, Sarah Island, Ragged Island … Continue reading →

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Nut Island: Quincy Bay’s Windswept Eastern Point

Posted on March 20, 2014 by BHB

Across West Gut from Peddocks Island lies Nut Island, which extends into Quincy Bay. West Gut is a body of water not narrow enough to typically cause a significant torrent as tides ebb and flow. But when a southwest wind … Continue reading →

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Forests and Quarries: Grape Island and Slate Island

Posted on November 12, 2013 by BHB

The most noticeable characteristic of Grape Island may be its close proximity to the mainland of Hingham and Weymouth. Located just outside of the Weymouth Back River’s Mouth, the island may be literally a stone’s throw away from Weymouth Neck’s … Continue reading →

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Scenes from the Boston Harbor Island Sailing Regatta

Posted on September 28, 2013 by BHB

The Boston Harbor Islands regatta was held today. What a perfect day for it (although it could have been a bit more windy). Here are some photos, including this one taken from out by Nix’s Mate: More sailboats than I … Continue reading →

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Snake Island: The North Shore Island

Posted on August 31, 2013 by BHB

Snake Island, while one of Boston Harbor’s least notable, is unique in its proximity to the North Shore side of Boston harbor, most unlike the others. Many of Boston Harbor’s islands are located in close proximity to the coastlines of … Continue reading →

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Raccoon Island: Perhaps Boston Harbor’s least interesting island

Posted on August 1, 2013 by BHB

Perhaps Boston Harbor’s least notable island, Raccoon Island sits inside the Fore River outlet on the Quincy (west) side. Here is a view of Raccoon Island from the water: This small island has little known history that I am aware … Continue reading →

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The Lookout Island: Lovells Island and Fort Standish

Posted on June 29, 2013 by BHB

One of the old lookout towers on Lovells Island, looking West toward the City: Lovells Island is positioned in a central, highly strategic location; where the Boston Harbor meets the Atlantic Ocean. Situated at the very outer harbor between the channels … Continue reading →

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Great Brewster: The Wild Island

Posted on June 1, 2013 by BHB

On a clear Boston day, one can stand near the city’s waterfront and see the silhouette of Great Brewster Island’s dunes, far offshore in the outermost reaches of the harbor. The wild island: Great Brewster Island is a deserted landscape: its … Continue reading →

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Bumpkin Island: Exploring the trails, ruins and views

Posted on May 25, 2013 by BHB

Bumpkin Island: This subliminally beautiful and frankly under-rated island is worth a visit.  The island may be dismissed given its close proximity to the shores of Hull, as well as its strange name (which may be only an adaptation of … Continue reading →

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Deer Island in the Winter

Posted on January 27, 2013 by BHB

A view from the hilltop trails of Deer Island, which are deceptively high and provide sweeping views of the Boston Harbor and city skyline: Deer Island, lying at the end of Winthrop’s Point Shirley peninsula, is the outermost point of … Continue reading →

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