Next Sunday is Lilac Sunday at the Arnold Arboretum. Weather permitting, we hope to make next Saturday May 9, 2009 "Lilac Saturday for Boston Dogs." Bring your cameras, water bottles and come roam around one of the most beautiful places in the Boston area.
This week our Sunday dog is our pal, Swiffer. You see him above starring in his great adventure from a few years ago, "Swiffer does the Arboretum."
That day, Mr. Swiffer and his family met up with a bunch of other Boston area dog families and spent hours enjoying the Arnold Arboretum. He had a great time, we had a great time and we'd like to do it again.
At BostonZest we believe in disorganized events. Come when you want, leave when you want. If you know the area, add comments below that might help those who don't. If you want to arrange a meet up with a pal, feel free to do it in the comments below.
If you'd like to be recognized as a part of the BostonZest clan, tie a bandana on the handle of your leash. You can put one on your dog too, but so many dogs wear bandanas that we've found it easier to recognize one another by the one near the other end of the leash.
We'd like to give a big "thank you" to Harvard for keeping the Arboretum open to families with dogs. From their section on protecting the plant collection here are the following reminders.
"Groups and individuals using the Arboretum should be aware of the following rules:
- Picking or destroying plant material is strictly prohibited.
- Climbing trees is not allowed nor is walking in plant beds or mulched areas.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times. Owners are responsible for removal and disposal of their dogs' wastes.
- Motor vehicles are not allowed without a special permit for individuals with mobility issues (contact the Visitor Center at 617.384.5209 for more information).
- Picnicking, fires, and barbecues are prohibited.
- Organized group sports and commercial film crews are prohibited."
You can find more great products for your dog at the BostonZest Amazon store. Each time was selected by us and is recommend by us or one of our readers.
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(photos © 2003 Penny Cherubino)
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
125 Arborway, Boston, MA 02130
Thank you to Rhea from the Boomer Chronicles for planting this idea with her comment on yesterday's post.
