Full Strawberry Moon & Solstice Hike Join us for a sunset and night hike in Frick Park to celebrate the Full Strawberry Moon as well as the Summer Solstice. Led by nature-based therapist and Volunteer Trip Leader, Sara Feeley, this 3-mile guided hike will offer mindfulness practices to help you connect with nature and find…
Pride Outside SUP Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ Community looking to meet others and spend time outside celebrating queer joy? Start your morning by enjoying the beauty of…
Beginner River Paddle Have you attended one of our Beginner Paddles at North Park or already spent a lot of time paddling around the lake? Ready to test out kayaking…
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…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
This 8-week series will introduce you to rowing: form, vocabulary, equipment and safety will all be covered.
Sheepskin Railtrail Covered Bridge Hike Join Trip Leader, Sheri Dutter, for a leisurely walk along the Sheepskin Rail-Trail. This developing pathway is nestled in rural Fayette County, Pennsylvania, and spans 34 miles once completed, linking the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) to the Mon River Trail. We'll enjoy an easy-paced, 4-mile journey along this well-maintained, flat,…
Beginner Kayak Class Interested in learning how to kayak? Join us at the North Park boathouse for an introduction to kayaking. We will introduce basic equipment, learn to paddle and…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
Flatwater Rescue Course Ever wonder what to do if your kayak flips over? Wonder no more! Come learn rescue techniques from experienced Kayak Pittsburgh Excursionists certified by the American Canoe…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
Women & Genderqueer 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…
This 8-week series will introduce you to rowing: form, vocabulary, equipment and safety will all be covered.
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…
Start your morning by enjoying the beauty of North Park Lake on our Stand-Up Paddle boards. Whether you are a SUP pro or are looking to try a SUP out for the first time - this event is for you! Relax and enjoy the serenity of the lake before the crowds arrive or challenge yourself…
EveryBody Outdoors 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…
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…
This month will feature Hazelwood. Meeting point will be determined closer to the time of the event. The hikes will be lead by Laura Zurowski, one of the authors of…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
It's been a long day at work, and you've barely gotten to enjoy that beautiful Pittsburgh sunshine. What's a better way to start your evening than joining us for an after-hours young adult kayaking session? Join us for two hours out on north park lake with the water all to ourselves. If you are looking…
This 8-week series will introduce you to rowing: form, vocabulary, equipment and safety will all be covered.
The July Walk & Learn in Riverview Park will take place on the Bob Harvey trail. Although this trail is wide and machine built, (packed dirt and a fine gravel),…
Golden Hour Meadow Hike Join us for the Golden Hour Meadow Hike at Hillman State Park, a sprawling 3,600-acre natural haven nestled in Hanover Township, just 25 miles west of Pittsburgh. Fondly known among mountain biking enthusiasts as "Bavington." Founded in the late 1960s, Hillman State Park has been entrusted to the Pennsylvania Game Commission…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
This 8-week series will introduce you to rowing: form, vocabulary, equipment and safety will all be covered.
Goat Fest Hike Join Friends of the South Side Park for a moderately paced 2.5 mile hike and learn about the fascinating history of the 65 acre Park bordering the South Side Flats, Slopes and Arlington neighborhoods. We will learn about the old St. Clair Incline that burned down in 1935, the former ice rink…
Downtown Architecture and Ice Cream Join us for a delightful stroll through downtown Pittsburgh, covering an easy 2-3 mile route on city sidewalks. Along the way, we'll make frequent stops to delve into the history and architecture of iconic buildings and sites. Explore the rich past of these locations and discover the transformation of the…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
This 8-week series will introduce you to rowing: form, vocabulary, equipment and safety will all be covered.
Panhandle Ice Cream Ride Join us for a fun cycling adventure along the Panhandle Trail, a segment of the Industrial Heartland Trails Coalition's 1,500-mile network spanning PA, WV, OH, and…
Beginner Kayak Class Interested in learning how to kayak? Join us at the North Park boathouse for an introduction to kayaking. We will introduce basic equipment, learn to paddle and…
Flatwater Rescue Course Ever wonder what to do if your kayak flips over? Wonder no more! Come learn rescue techniques from experienced Kayak Pittsburgh Excursionists certified by the American Canoe…
Join us for this exclusive book signing (book included!), interview and Q&A with the authors of the upcoming book Pittsburgh’s Ups and Downs: Exploring History by the City Steps. We…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
Our August Walk & Learn hike will feature beautiful Schenley Park, which is undergoing an incredible transition. As the ecosystem is changing, Ranger Nikki will direct our eyes toward flowers, trees, mushrooms and the history of the park (including the gorgeous stone bridges and city steps!). This hike is designed for new or returning hikers…
Start your morning by enjoying the beauty of North Park Lake on our Stand-Up Paddle boards. Whether you are a SUP pro or are looking to try a SUP out for the first time - this event is for you! Relax and enjoy the serenity of the lake before the crowds arrive or challenge yourself…
Full Sturgeon Full Moon Sunset Hike Enjoy a beautiful and scenic hike in the largest privately protected conservation area in Allegheny County, Dead Man's Hollow. The Hollow was the site of a thriving industrial area over 100 years ago that vanished after a fire and is the home of many mysterious tales. We will have…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…
Every Wednesday │ May - October 2024 │ 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…