Pride Outside Hike Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ Community looking to meet others and spend time hiking in the woods of Western PA? Join Volunteer Trip Leader, Bili O’Hara (they/them), as they lead monthly hikes while celebrating the joy of queer identity. Participants will receive laminated maps and collectively choose their preferred trail…
Walk & Learn with a Park Ranger Enjoy some time outside that combines education and new friendships each month! Join Senior Park Ranger Erica Heide and Ranger Devin for a relaxed nature walk. We'll take a gentle 1.5 mile stroll through Frick Park, with occasional stops to chat about the park's history, identify trees, and…
Earth Day Stewardship Hike Join Venture Outdoors and the dedicated volunteers of Pretty Up Beechview for a day of adventure and community service in celebration of Earth Day! We'll start off in the park, reviewing instructions and safety details, and then proceed to pick up litter around the park. We'll continue on an easy paced…
Full Flower Moon Hike Experience Duck Hollow and a pleasant stroll along the Monongahela River, as we appreciate natural beauty and search for a view of the full Flower Moon. The full moon of May is often called the Flower Moon because of the spring flowers that bloom around this time. This event invites participants…
Crouse Run Birding Hike Discover the natural charm of Crouse Run, a hidden gem once frequented by Rachel Carson during her student days where she would take the Butler Electric RR from Pittsburgh. Nestled in a 22-acre valley in Hampton Township, now known as the Crouse Run Nature Reserve, this location offers a scenic backdrop for…
Harrison Hills Geology and Nature Hike Let’s explore segments of the Rachel Carson and Scouts Trails in scenic Harrison Hills Park in northeastern Allegheny County! On a 3-4 mile walk on trails with natural but moderately well maintained surfaces we will visit Rachel Carson Run, Rainbow Bridge, Allegheny River overlooks, an ancient river terrace that…
Enlow Fork Wildflower Walk Explore the beauty of Enlow Fork Natural Area on this 3-4 mile moderate paced walk during peak wildflower season. Located just 40 miles southwest of Pittsburgh, this hidden gem features a stream valley with lush slopes adorned by a vibrant display of spring wildflowers. The valley is known for its array…