Blue and Green Scavenger Hunt

Answer Key

1. Clue: Once the best spot on Dorchester to enjoy an outdoor movie, now the hottest spot to enjoy a game of soccer or go fly a kite ­ Pope John Paul II Park.
Question: What is the name of the artwork beautifying the main entrance?
Answer: "Where the River Meets the Sea"

2. Clue: This 7-acre beauty is East Boston¹s newest park on the Inner Harbor ­ Piers Park.
Question: What five harbor islands are described on the map on the pier?
Answer: Hog, Apple, Bird, Noodle, and Governor¹s Islands

3. Clue: This structure connecting Dorchester to Milton uses its own weight to allow water traffic to pass on the river below ­ Granite Ave Bridge.
Question: What historic landmark is described on the interpretive granite block located near the entrance to this new linear park?
Answer: Granite Railway

4. Clue: At this renowned Boston attraction, people come to see colorful fish, playful penguins, giant sea turtles, and Boston¹s new waterfront IMAX Theater ­ New England Aquarium. 
Question: What marine mammals can be seen swimming at the outdoor tank next to the ticket window? 
Answer: Harbor Seals

5. Clue: Located on this lovely path along the Boston Harbor south of Carson Beach is a wonderful resting area with views of the Harbor Islands ­ Mother¹s Rest. 
Question: For what relative is this structure named?
Answer: Mother

6. Clue: In years gone by this historic structure on the Dorchester/Milton line helped provide power for Boston Industry ­ Neponset Dam. 
Question: What is written across the top of the old administration building?
Answer: Walter Baker

7. Clue: This secluded North End waterfront spot has free telescopes to enjoy great views of Boston Harbor, a place to buy coffee, and a water transportation dock ­ Pilot House Harbor Walk. 
Question: A plaque here commemorates what longtime local resident? 
Answer: Tony Cella

8. Clue: This community green space near the East Boston harbor front is growing while enjoying one of the best views of Boston¹s downtown skyline ­ Community Garden. 
Question: Who is the beautiful place named for? 
Answer: Joseph Ciampa

9. Clue: This Island is an island no longer but is accessible by bus, car, bike, foot, and wind sail ­ Castle Island.
Question: For what is the namesake of the monument at the North side of the island famous for? 
Answer: Clipperships

10. Clue: This waterfront neighborhood was once the center of Boston¹s shipbuilding industry and is now one of the most popular sites along the Freedom Trail ­ Charlestown. 
Question: What is the height of the Mainmast of the historic ship docked here?
Answer: 220 feet

11. Clue: This former rail line which once linked cargo by ship to points in Northern New England is now a walking and biking trail ­ East Boston Greenway. 
Question: What kind of railroad car is situated at the opening of one of Boston¹s new linear park? 
Answer: Caboose

12. Clue: New facilities at these MDC-run (and Red Line) accessible sister beaches include an ADA ­compliant promenade and a new playground, as well as new sand, lighting and landscaping ­ Savin Hill/Malibu Beaches. 
Question: What Institute of higher learning is visible from these beaches?
Answer: UMass Boston

13. Clue: This whimsical waterfront sculpture park counts the Boston Fish Pier, the Seaport Hotel, and the Fleet Boston Pavilion as its neighbors ­ Eastport Park. 
Question: A sculpture of what delectable sea critter sits atop a rock at this park? 
Answer: Shrimp

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