Flatwater (Pool) Kayak Rescue Training What happens if my kayak flips over? Wonder no more! Come learn rescue techniques from experienced Venture Outdoors A.C.A. (American Canoe Association) certified kayak instructors.…
Flatwater (Pool) Kayak Rescue Training What happens if my kayak flips over? Wonder no more! Come learn rescue techniques from experienced Venture Outdoors A.C.A. (American Canoe Association) certified kayak instructors.…
Riverview Night Hike (Rescheduled) Enjoy a crisp winter night as the sun goes down and the moon and stars reveal themselves. We will explore the sights and sounds of this…
EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes…
Join us anytime from 11am-2pm at Flagstaff Hill to try out the art of Snow Shoeing! This pop-up event is free and will include snowshoes, hot chocolate, and yard games…
Celebrate the longest day of the year by exploring one of the city's best parks. Explore Frick Park trails and enjoy the height of summer sunshine. Canine friends are welcome…
EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes active folks in larger bodies to get outside this year through its series of size-friendly outings, at a pace that is safe and comfortable for…
Join us for a morning hike through the southside to check out three awesome coffee shops in the area - Big Dog Coffee, Delanie's Coffee, and De Fer Coffee and Tea! We will walk a total of 3.2 miles exploring the streets and trails of the southside. Along the way we will get to see…
Full Crow Moon Night Hike Come out to Schenley Park after hours as we explore the sights and sounds of this stunning landscape as the sun goes down and the full moon rises. Participants should feel comfortable walking on uneven terrain, covering about 3 miles at a moderate pace. Headlamps will be provided for all participants.…
Hike with Cooper Bring your canine companion for a social hike through Frick Park with volunteer Trip Leader, Monika and her spunky Spaniel, Cooper! We’ll start out at Blue Slide Park and enjoy 3-4 miles of moderately paced hiking along well-maintained wide trails of crushed gravel and dirt. Dogs will need to be leashed and…
EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes active folks in larger bodies to get outside this year through its series of size-friendly outings, at a pace that is safe and comfortable for…
Welcome to Rocks & Waterfalls! This trip will explore Falls Run Park in Shaler. This trip is led by Earth Science Excursions, LLC. We will: learn to identify shale, sandstone, limestone and coal see fossils of animals that lived 300 million years ago If there is snow, we will see a winter wonderland! This waterfall,…
Spring Equinox Sunset Hike - South Side Park Let's welcome spring together on this exploratory hike of South Side Park. This 65-acre hidden gem borders South Side Flats, and Arlington Neighborhoods. We'll have an opportunity to learn a bit about the history of the park and enjoy some spectacular views as the sun sets. The…
Pride OutSIDE Are you a member of the LGBTQ 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 hikes while celebrating the joy of queer identity. We will challenge ourselves on this progressive series of hiking trips throughout Allegheny…
Free Skill Building and Certification Workshop │ March 28, 2023 │ 10:00am - 3:00pm Three Rivers Rowing Association │ Millvale, PA The Fishing Skills Instructor (FSI) workshop is designed to teach…
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Friday March 31: SOLD OUT Saturday April 1: SOLD OUT Sunday April 2: SOLD OUT We've so quickly sold out of the Banff…
Hike with Cooper - Mt. Washington Bring your canine companion for a social hike in Mt. Washington with volunteer Trip Leader, Monika and her spunky Spaniel, Cooper! We’ll start out…
History of the French and Indian War Hike Pittsburgh is known for many unusual things, but did you know that this region was so strategic in the middle of the…
Full Pink Moon Night Hike - Emerald View Park Did you know that a continuous 257 acres of green, hilly woods ring the neighborhood of Mount Washington? Celebrate the Full…
South Park Sunset Night Hike Join us for a guided hike as we enjoy the sunset and night sky in South Park. We’ll take an easy pace, covering 2.5 miles…
EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes active folks…
Welcome to Rocks & Waterfalls! This trip will explore Buttermilk Falls in Beaver County, PA and is co-led by Earth Science Excursions, LLC. Buttermilk Falls is a gem, one of…
Pride Outside Are you a member of the LGBTQ Community looking to meet others and spend time hiking in the woods of Western PA? Join Volunteer Trip Leader, Bili O’Hara…
Women & Nonbinary Beginner Mountain Bike Clinic Are you interested in trying mountain biking for the first time or are you just starting out and looking to increase your self-confidence…
Walk With A Naturalist: Spring Wildflower Walk at Trillium Trail Join local ecologist Henry Schumacher for an easy paced 2-3 mile hike around Fox Chapel’s Trillium Trail — one of…
EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes active folks in larger…
Lewis and Clark History Hike Back in 2003, the longest reenactment in US history began in the nearby town of Elizabeth, Pa. to commemorate the bicentennial of the Lewis and…
Walk With A Naturalist: Spring Wildflower Walk at Racoon Creek State Wildflower Reserve Join local ecologist Henry Schumacher along with other wildlife enthusiasts for an easy paced tour of one…
Full Flower Moon Sunset Hike - Frick Park Treat yourself to an evening of outdoor activity, escaping from the lights and noise of the city in beautiful, wooded Frick Park.…
Welcome to Rocks & Waterfalls! This trip will explore Ohiopyle State Park and is co-led by Earth Science Excursions, LLC. With waterfalls and the deepest gorge in Pennsylvania, Ohiopyle State…
Young Adult - Gone Fishing Program │ May 8, 2023 │ 9:00am - 11:00pm North Shore│ Pittsburgh, PA Join other young adults and connect through fishing! We catch and release…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2023 │ 11:30am - 1:30pm │ North Shore Riverwalk by the Water Steps Near PNC Park │ Pittsburgh, PA Join us for Tri-Anglers, a…
May - September 2023 │ 5pm - 7pm Canonsburg Lake Boat Ramp │ Canonsburg, PA Join us for this reoccurring program throughout the summer! We will be fishing and providing…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2023 │ 11:30am - 1:30pm │ North Shore Riverwalk by the Water Steps Near PNC Park │ Pittsburgh, PA Join us for Tri-Anglers, a…
EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes active folks in larger…
Women & Nonbinary Beginner Mountain Bike Clinic Are you interested in trying mountain biking for the first time or are you just starting out and looking to increase your self-confidence…
Young Adult - Gone Fishing Program │ May 19, 2023 │ 10:00am - 12:00pm Sharpsburg's James Sharp Landing │ Pittsburgh, PA Join other young adults and connect through fishing! We…
Pride Outside Are you a member of the LGBTQ Community looking to meet others and spend time hiking in the woods of Western PA? Join Volunteer Trip Leader, Bili O’Hara…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2023 │ 11:30am - 1:30pm │ North Shore Riverwalk by the Water Steps Near PNC Park │ Pittsburgh, PA Join us for Tri-Anglers, a…
Notable Near Misses of Pittsburgh’s Past – An Accidental History Guided Hike Join us on a walking excursion on Pittsburgh riverfront trails, sidewalks and bridges to scenic overlooks. Hear about…