"my first walk I lost my phone and back tracked to find it - i told everyone that i had actually done 40 miles not 39.3 :) I would definately  try for UMass - there is also several churches in  the area - dont know the names but if you can…"

"I wonder if you can just park at UMASS on Friday and then get the train back to the hotel?  I would certainly try :) the train is probably about  half mile away - and there may even be a shuttle.  "

"Not to mention - your choice of "beautiful music" may not be the same as those around you! :)  "

"Hi - welcome Boston! as far as weather - be prepared for ANYTHING! I generally carry a small fold up poncho - but keep tuned to weather the day before because you may need the more heavy duty kind if it is going to rain all weekend. Usually the…"

"I think all the suggestions have been great! but remember that you can still come to event eve with a sign asking for help and people may have extra checks to give you - also you can have up to 2 months to pay if you give your credit card…"

"Hi - I live in Quincy - are you interested in walking Wollaston Beach with me next Saturday morning? It is about 4.5 miles round trip and I will do at least that - possibly twice! let me know - also - anyone else that would like to join! diane"

"They were in Boston too. I asked them how much (out of curiosity) and I thought they were very expensive. I never even thought they were at all the walks. Next year we will have to remember to warn people! Glad you had a great walk."

"be extra careful with your feet - wet feet can cause blisters - bring lots of extra socks so you can change often - be sure to dry out your sneakers overnite if you are useing them both days - use newspapers or small hand towels inside shoes to dry…"

"and... whether you use a cot or air mattress you still need a sleeping bag - nights can be very cold. I woke up freezing in Boston this year."

"don't be nervous - just have a great time! I have used a large fanny pack on all 5 walks that i have done - i carry extra socks - each pair in its own baggy (so you have something to put the dirty ones in) no need to carry extra sneakers - this…"

"I live in Quincy - I already did the Boston walk but would love to have someone to walk with - I often walk Wollaston Beach - but am open to other areas in SE Mass."

"I was just looking at my pics from the 15th & 16th and I couldnt agree more! What a fabulous weekend with fabulous weather (thanks mother nature) and the best men & women in the world! I had a great time on my 2nd walk & so much fun with…"

"Boston is one of my favorite walks of the 9 cities and so much of it is the people. Walkers and crew, but I just get overwhelmed by the citizens who come out and cheer us on. I remember the two days of pouring rain and they came out and stayed until…"

"This was my first time at the Avon Walk and definitely won't be my last! What an amazing weekend! I am also happy to report that I made it through the full 39.3 without a single blister or any major issues at all. I couldn't believe how…"