Beginner Kayak Course Join us at the North Park boathouse for an introduction to kayaking. We will introduce basic equipment, learn to paddle and steer a kayak, and finally take the boats out for some practice. No experience required!
Beginner River Kayaking Course 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 on the river? Launching from Millvale Riverfront Park, we’ll take in the sights and sounds of the Allegheny as we head downtown and back.…
Pirates Firework Paddle Join us for a cool night paddle under the city lights on the Allegheny River as we watch Zambelli Fireworks light up the Pittsburgh skyline after the Pirates game! Previous kayak experience is required. Please arrive early to allow time to find parking and bring a flashlight or headlamp. The start of…
Fireworks Paddle Join us for a cool night paddle under the city lights on the Allegheny River as we watch Fireworks light up the Pittsburgh skyline! Previous kayak experience is required. Please arrive early to allow time to find parking and bring a flashlight or headlamp. The start of the fireworks may be delayed if…
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…
Take in the scenic sunset 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.
Pride Paddle: July Join Trip Leader Eli Shumaker on a pleasant paddle along the Allegheny River with LGBTQIA friends and allies. This is a monthly meet up happening: June 7 July 12 August 9 September 13 Meet at Millvale Riverfront Park where we'll introduce ourselves and run through the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is…
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…
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…
Pride Paddle: August Join Trip Leader Eli Shumaker on a pleasant paddle along the Allegheny River with LGBTQIA friends and allies. This is a monthly meet up happening: June 7 July 12 August 9 September 13 Meet at Millvale Riverfront Park where we'll introduce ourselves and run through the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is…
Sunrise Paddle Watch the sun rise over the Allegheny River from the seat of a kayak. There’s no better way to start your day. We will start the morning with a quick review of kayaking basics, then head out on the water for a leisurely paddle full of gorgeous city views. All participants will be…
Sycamore Island Forest Bathing Join volunteer Trip Leader and trained forest bathing guide, Sandi Miller, as we slow down, find serenity, and immerse ourselves in nature. Launching from the Verona boat launch, we will enjoy a short kayak ride to Sycamore Island. Then we will experience a 90-minute, guided forest bathing visit on one of…
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