Great Esker Park

Signs of spring are visible from the shores of Great Esker Park, where much of the wildlife has made their annual returns to the Back River. This homecoming marks the convergence of animals such as ospreys, cormorants, egrets, striped bass, and even bald eagles—all of which restore a sense of vivacity within the park. Their … More Annual Herring Migration Marks Spring at Great Esker

  Nine years ago, Weymouth Recreation hired a quiet seventeen-year-old to spearhead fishing classes at Great Esker Park. The young man quickly became an integral part of the program, displaying a passionate enthusiasm for the outdoors and the drive to develop Great Esker Park’s classes. He thrived in the camp’s fast-paced environment and soon became … More The Man Behind the Park: Andrew Hultin

Last week, a local resident dropped off a turtle that had been found in a nearby yard to the Great Esker Park Nature Center. Supervisors Andrew Hultin and Mike Doneghy quickly identified the animal as a rare Diamondback Terrapin and alerted local wildlife officials from Mass Wildlife. After careful observation, it was confirmed that the … More Terrapin in Trouble: Esker Staff Helps Rare Turtle Find Its Way Home

This summer marks the first time in ten years that Weymouth will celebrate Great Esker Park Day. The event showcases the beautiful geological feature and informs the public on both the history and the remarkable importance of the park. It is a free community event that promotes the public’s use of the town’s scenic, often … More Great Esker Park Day Info

Kelley Barrett 7/9/16 George Clark, after whom the Great Esker Park Nature Center is named, returned to the park this week (with dogs Duncan and Roxie) to share some of his wisdom. He is an individual who has dedicated a great deal of time to both the park and its programs and the staff was fortunate to … More George Clark Returns to Great Esker Park

Kelley Barrett 7/6/16 “Great Esker Park has more than enough to delight the eyes, ears, and nose of the visitor, and to turn an afternoon’s exploration into a memorable occasion.” (Patriot Ledger) This year marks the first time in over ten years that Weymouth will celebrate Great Esker Park Day. The free event will take … More Great Esker Park Day: A History

Kelley Barrett 6/29/16   For those who frequent Great Esker Park, the osprey is a bird that is often seen from a distance, soaring overhead or diving swiftly into the Back River for fish. However, this morning, both staff and campers alike were afforded a rare opportunity to view the bird up close. Norman Smith of … More Osprey Banding at Great Esker Park

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Kelley Barrett 6/20/16 Many of the students from Chapman Middle School spent the waning moments of their academic year kayaking with friends and teachers in the Back River at Great Esker Park. Their field day provided a well deserved respite from the inside of a classroom as they enjoyed a fun-filled day in the sun. … More Field Day at Great Esker Park