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 adult leaders how to teach our youth basic fishing skills and aquatic ecology. Certified instructors then teach "SMART" Angler classes and Family Fishing Programs developed…
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 Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour tickets. Ten days before the event, we will release any additional tickets to those on this waitlist. Tickets will…
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 at Olympia Park and enjoy about 4 miles of moderately challenging hiking, exploring Emerald View Trails and the city sidewalks. Trails will likely be muddy…
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 18th century that it started a war that spread around the world and launched the military career of America's preeminent founding father, George Washington? Known…
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 Pink Moon with us and explore the wooded hillsides, winding trails, and gorgeous vistas of Emerald View Park. We will cover about 3 miles on…
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 of mostly paved trails with a small section of gravel and a small sections of grass. We will have the opportunity to take a stop…
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 each person.…
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 the most beautiful small but tall waterfalls in southwestern Pennsylvania. Unlike most waterfalls, here it can be possible to see and hear the waterfall from…
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…
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 on a mountain bike? Join us on one (or all) of our monthly beginner-level mountain biking clinics in Frick Park! Learn effective riding skills and…
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 the best places in the area to see wildflowers. Trillium and many other wildflowers should be in full bloom. We'll learn tips and techniques for…
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 each person. Each trip…
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 Clark expedition. Four years ago, Pittsburgh became the official trailhead of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail as recognized by the National Park Service. …
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 of the most vibrant local spring wildflower patches here in Southwestern PA. We will cover 1-2 miles to take in the fleeting beautiful of this…
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. We will hike about 3 miles at a moderate pace on wide, well maintained park trails while enjoying a beautiful sunset. Hopefully we can get…
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 Park provides opportunities to observe a variety of habitats together with three-dimensional exposures of the rock layer most responsible for shaping Laurel Highlands landscapes. These…
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 a variety species of fish – bass, carp, blue gill, catfish, freshwater drum, and more! No prior fishing experience needed and no fishing license is…
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 free fishing program that has been running for over 22 years in downtown Pittsburgh! We catch and release a variety species of fish along the…
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 instruction on select Monday evenings from 5pm to 7pm at the Canonsburg Lake Boat Ramp. ▷ What does the program provide? All fishing gear needed:…
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 free fishing program that has been running for over 22 years in downtown Pittsburgh! We catch and release a variety species of fish along the…
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 each person. Each trip…
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 on a mountain bike? Join us on one (or all) of our monthly beginner-level mountain biking clinics in Frick Park! Learn effective riding skills and…
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 catch and release a variety species of fish – bass, carp, blue gill, catfish, freshwater drum, and more! No prior fishing experience needed and no…
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…
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 free fishing program that has been running for over 22 years in downtown Pittsburgh! We catch and release a variety species of fish along the…
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 six times from the 1750’s to 1970’s when nobody got hurt in spite of unique combinations of stupidity, luck and malice. We will walk about…
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 free fishing program that has been running for over 22 years in downtown Pittsburgh! We catch and release a variety species of fish along the…
Full Strawberry Moon Sunset Bike Ride Seeing Pittsburgh city lights from across the Allegheny River is an experience not to miss. Starting at Millvale Riverfront Park, we will bike along riverfront trails, covering about 10 miles, to snag gorgeous shots and incredible views. Tour through several outstanding viewpoints on a night with May's Full Strawberry…
Full Moon Paddle Take in North Park Lake at night with the help of a full moon! We’ll head on the water after sundown and be on the water to watch the moon rise over the trees as we explore what the lake has to offer at night. All boats will have lights on them,…
Monthly Program │ June - September 2023 │ 5:00pm - 7:00pm Lake Emilie, Renziehausen Park │ McKeesport, PA Join us for this monthly, evening free fishing program at Lake Emilie in McKeesport! Lake Emilie has a variety of species – bass, trout, catfish, and more! No prior fishing experience needed and great activity for all…
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 on a mountain bike? Join us on one (or all) of our monthly beginner-level mountain biking clinics in Frick Park! Learn effective riding skills and…
Young Adult - Gone Fishing Program │ June 5, 2023 │ 9:00am - 11:00pm North Shore Riverwalk by the Water Steps Near PNC Park │ Pittsburgh, PA Join other young adults and connect through fishing! We catch and release a variety species of fish – bass, carp, catfish, freshwater drum, and more! No prior fishing…
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 free fishing program that has been running for over 22 years in downtown Pittsburgh! We catch and release a variety species of fish along the…