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Frog Pond on Boston Common
What People Are Saying About Frog Pond on Boston Common
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The Appeal – In the warmer months, Frog Pond--one of three natural mud ponds located on Boston Common--is a huge wading pool, complete with a water fountain in its center. But in November, it's transformed into a giant outdoor rink with a 16,000-square-foot ice-skating surface, becoming a slick playground for kids--as well as a refuge for office workers, who can lace up their skates for an invigorating workout or a leisurely stride-and-glide. – – Features – Frog Pond is not totally at the mercy of the elements--the city maintains it through the winter with ice-making…
12/25/02
the frog pond is my home
by evilhighpunkin
i am a bostonian, and i think that the frog pond is a very important winter tradition. ever since i was small, my parents have always taken me there to skate and drink hot chocolate. i love to skate, and the frog pond is the closest rink near my house, since our family does not have a car. the frog pond is affordable, friendly, and fun.
- Pros: inexpensive, good condition, help available
- Cons: no parking, often very crowded, little locker space
10/19/02
Romance is in the air...
by jjjllybean
I'm not a good skater, but going to the Frog Pond is fun regardless. Especially right near Christmastime, because they have loud speakers set up playing Xmas music and it makes the mood of the whole place romantic and/or fun. There does tend to be many children there, in the early evening (check hours) there are less and that's when the couples come out and people who are not in the "rink" stand around the edges and people watch. I love it because theres something about spending a cold night skating while looking forward to sipping hot chocolate and strolling through the commons looking at the pretty christmas lights. And its cheap!
- Pros: Romantic, Easy to get to via T, GREAT date
- Cons: sometimes crowded
The Details on Frog Pond on Boston Common
When to Go:
Before coming down on holiday weekends and school holidays, serious skaters should consider the rink's long lines and carefree kids.
Save Money:
If you're a frequent skater, invest in a season pass instead of paying admission each visit. Choose from three pass options: individual, family (with children age 13 and under) and lunch (restricted to weekdays 11am to 3pm, holidays excluded).
Know Before You go:
If you wish to reserve the rink for a party or group event, the rink is available to rent Monday nights only from 5:30pm to 7pm, from 7:30pm to 9pm, or from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
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