Camping Trip to Lovell's Island

Let's go camping! But forget the bug-infested forest. This is a chance to camp on a small island off the Boston shore. 

Island information:

Characterized by its curved beaches and diverse wildlife, Lovell's is a peaceful and primitive island. Visitors can enjoy exploring the remains of Fort Standish and walk along trails that pass by dunes and salt-marsh woods. Along its shores there are rocky tide pools, sand dunes and some of the best views of the outer harbor. The island offers picnic areas, scenic overlooks, 11 campsites and a swimming beach. Special events and daily programs in the summer months bring alive the military history, folklore, geology, water quality, plants and birds of the island.

www.bostonislands.org

www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/harbor.htm  

Trip Details:

This is "real" camping. The island has no restrooms--only pit toilets (at least you won't have to dig). :) Tents and sleeping bags are required. We will have to pack our own food and water. Everybody will have to have their own sleeping bag and access to a tent. I will arrange food for the 3 main meals (lunch, dinner, breakfast). The total trip cost should be in the ballpark of $50 per person. More of these details will be sent to the people who are actually going, closer to the date. 

Signing up:

Now that you've read this far, I hope you want to go! Sign up by joining the AOB mailing list at Join AOB and sending Derek Young an email. (Email address located in archived messages). I reserved the biggest campsite, so there should be enough room for everybody. But if it happens that more than 30 people sign up, I'll go by order of who signed up first. People who are definitely going and have the necessary equipment will be given preference. Please include in your e-mail names of people in your party. Also tell me what camping equipment you have that can be shared if needed (camp stoves, etc.) and if you have any extra room in your tent. Thanks! Who knows?