Take in the sunset on the Allegheny river from a kayak! Come with us as we set out to see various birds and wildlife that come out after the sun goes down. Previous kayaking experience required.
Sunrise paddle Wake up early and start your day with a beautiful paddle on the Allegheny River. Watch the sun rise over the Allegheny River from the seat of a kayak and see the city like you've never seen it before. There's no better way to start your day. We'll run through the basics of…
Tri-Anglers - Free Lunch Time Fishing Join us each Wednesday in the summer months for this downtown Pittsburgh fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide…
Women & Nonbinary Mountain Bike Meetup – South Park Mountain biker and Venture Outdoors volunteer, Sara Khalil, is taking yinz out for a bike ride! Learn new skills and gain practice on the all-levels paths through South Park. This is a beginner-level mountain biking ride, but some previous experience and comfort riding a bike is…
Kayak Pittsburgh Happy Hour Every Friday in September at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg | 21+ Only Leave work and hit the river at Kayak Pittsburgh Happy Hour. Paddle with friends then head to Dancing Gnome for a FREE beer, on us. We provide the kayak, paddle, safety vest, and a brief paddle talk to get you…
22 in ‘22 Guided Trail Rides There are approximately 22 scenic, car-free, bike paths in the region. Let’s explore them all together! Bike every trail and fill out your passport along the way. Each trail is less than a 2-hour drive from Pittsburgh and we’ll bike between 10 – 24 miles. Best of all, each ride…
Doggy Paddle Join us for a dog-friendly kayak outing on North Park Lake. Enjoy the company of other dog-loving families while you learn lots of tips and tricks for kayaking with your pup. DOG PFDs are highly recommended, but not required. Big dogs are welcome. Our solo kayaks can hold up to 375lbs and tandem…
22 in ‘22 Guided Trail Rides There are approximately 22 scenic, car-free, bike paths in the region. Let’s explore them all together! Bike every trail and fill out your passport along the way. Each trail is less than a 2-hour drive from Pittsburgh and we’ll bike between 10 – 24 miles. Best of all, each ride…
Tri-Anglers - Free Lunch Time Fishing Join us each Wednesday in the summer months for this downtown Pittsburgh fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide…
Kayak Pittsburgh Happy Hour Every Friday in September at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg | 21+ Only Leave work and hit the river at Kayak Pittsburgh Happy Hour. Paddle with friends then head to Dancing Gnome for a FREE beer, on us. We provide the kayak, paddle, safety vest, and a brief paddle talk to get you…
Just a few miles down the road from Waynesburg, this hidden gem is a great spot for water sports! We will provide a kayak, personal floatation device (PFD) and paddle for you to explore - everything you need to discover the unique beauty of this reservoir. Thanks to support from the Greene County Parks &…
22 in ‘22 Guided Trail Rides There are approximately 22 scenic, car-free, bike paths in the region. Let’s explore them all together! Bike every trail and fill out your passport along the way. Each trail is less than a 2-hour drive from Pittsburgh and we’ll bike between 10 – 24 miles. Best of all, each ride…
22 in ‘22 Guided Trail Rides There are approximately 22 scenic, car-free, bike paths in the region. Let’s explore them all together! Bike every trail and fill out your passport along the way. Each trail is less than a 2-hour drive from Pittsburgh and we’ll bike between 10 – 24 miles. Best of all, each ride…
Pride Paddle: September Join Trip Leader Eli Shumaker on a pleasant paddle along the Allegheny River with LGBTQIA friends and allies. Meet at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg where we'll introduce ourselves and run through the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is equipped with a boat, paddle, and life jacket we’ll paddle out to explore the Allegheny…
Tri-Anglers - Free Lunch Time Fishing Join us each Wednesday in the summer months for this downtown Pittsburgh fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide…
Kayak Pittsburgh Happy Hour Every Friday in September at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg | 21+ Only Leave work and hit the river at Kayak Pittsburgh Happy Hour. Paddle with friends then head to Dancing Gnome for a FREE beer, on us. We provide the kayak, paddle, safety vest, and a brief paddle talk to get you…
History of the Whiskey Rebellion Hike Join historian, John McNulty, for a hike along some of Pittsburgh's most beautiful trails in Mt Washington's Emerald View Park and discover the first major uprising after America's independence. The 1790s were a tumultuous and violent time on the American frontier. War raged between the young republic and first…
Equinox Tree ID Walk Join Master Naturalist, Gabrielle Rovegno, for a fascinating introduction to tree identification with a focus on common trees found in urban parks as well as trees found in a more naturalized setting. Come away feeling confident in identifying leaf features to differentiate maples, oaks, pines, hickories, elms and other common trees.…
Tri-Anglers - Free Lunch Time Fishing Join us each Wednesday in the summer months for this downtown Pittsburgh fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide…
Support Access to Outdoor Programs in the Pittsburgh Region Today is the best day to give to Venture Outdoors. Every dollar donated will be matched, up to $10,000. Turn $25 into $50. Turn $50 into $100. We believe that people of all ages and stages of life should have access to the benefits of venturing outdoors.…
FIT WITH A PHYSICIAN: Joint Health Enjoy some time outside while learning about health and meeting new friends every month! Move your body and stimulate your mind on a relaxed paced walk with local health care professionals. We will walk through Riverview Park, covering about 1 mile, and talk about ways to stay active and…
Ever want to try fishing from the water, but didn't know where to start? Learn with us! Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day with us Join us for this Intro…
Family Fishing - Rices Landing Join us for this Pop-Up Family Fishing Program at Rices Landing, Greene County. We'll provide the rods, bait, and instruction on this relaxed fishing program.…
South Side Art and Beer Hike Public art has long been a source of community pride on Pittsburgh’s South Side. It’s such a big part of the area that an entire section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail has been dedicated to showcasing colorful artistic expression. Join us on this two-hour urban hike as we…
Tri-Anglers - Free Lunch Time Fishing Join us each Wednesday in the summer months for this downtown Pittsburgh fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide…
Women & Nonbinary Mountain Bike Meetup – North Park Mountain biker and Venture Outdoors volunteer, Sara Khalil, is taking yinz out for the last ride of the season! Learn new skills and gain practice on the all-levels paths through North Park. This is a beginner-level mountain biking ride, but some previous experience and comfort riding…
Abandoned Turnpike Adventure Bike Ride Commonly referred to as the Abandoned Turnpike, this 13 mile section of highway was once part of the Pennsylvania Turnpike but was bypassed in 1968…