In partnership with Coalition for a Brighter Greene, Venture Outdoors will be offering FREE 1-hour pop-up kayaking rentals at Potter's Landing in Greensboro, PA. No previous kayaking experience needed, great for families and first-timers. Music and food will also be provided for a fun day along the river! All kayaks will be tandem (2-person) boats,…
Sunrise Paddle Wake up early to see the city like you've never seen it before. Watch the sun rise over the Allegheny River from the seat of a kayak. There's no better way to start your day. CEO Valerie Beichner will be one of your instructors for this trip, so be sure to ask her…
Beginner Kayaking If you're new to kayaking and want to learn how to effectively and efficiently paddle, this is for you! Certified Paddle Instructors will walk you through different strokes, how to properly launch, and more. With multiple instructors and a small class size we can take time for individual attention as needed. Before you…
Celebrate Dad's day kayaking on the water at beautiful, relaxing North Park Lake! We will introduce you to the basics of paddling and we'll have two guides out on the water with you. Participants can be in solo or tandem boats (see age and weight restrictions for kayaking for more information). No previous paddling experience…
Conserved by Allegheny Land Trust, Sycamore Island hosts a unique floodplain ecosystem. We'll paddle from Verona to Sycamore Island where we'll stop for some lunch. After lunch, we’ll talk about the island's social and environmental history while our group explores the island by kayak and foot before paddling back to the start. Tandem kayaks are…
Anyone can paddle with a quick tutorial, but if you're looking to paddle with efficiency, grace, and direction join our Beginner Kayak Course. Meet at the North Park boathouse for an introduction to kayaking with our safety-certified kayak instructors. Learn about your boat, basic equipment, then get on the water to practice steering, and maneuvers.…
Welcome back to Wednesday Wake Up Paddle! This moderate paddle provides views of the city and sun rise, while paddling at a steady pace. The route and length vary weekly due to weather and river conditions. Tandem kayaks are not available for these outings. Previous paddling experience is required for this outing.
Take in the sunset on the scenic North Park Lake from the seat of a kayak. Watch wildlife emerge as the sun sets and the day cools off. We'll paddle together as it gets dark then head back to the Boathouse. It's possibly the most beautiful time to be on the water. Previous kayak experience…
Welcome back to Wednesday Wake Up Paddle! This moderate paddle provides views of the city and sun rise, while paddling at a steady pace. The route and length vary weekly due to weather and river conditions. Tandem kayaks are not available for these outings. Previous paddling experience is required for this outing.
Downtown Sunset Paddle Watch the sun set on Pittsburgh's skyline on a casual evening paddle. Kayak Pittsburgh excursionists share the basics of kayaking then you'll hit the water for a group paddle on the Allegheny River. All kayaks will be lit up on the water with our special boat lights. No prior experience required.
Let’s start our day with a beautiful paddle on the Allegheny River. Run through the basics of kayaking, then head to the water for a morning of gorgeous views and leisurely paddling. This is a special free event for adults ages 50+ who are beginner kayakers looking to gain experience. You're welcome to bring a…
Fireworks Paddle Enjoy 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 the fireworks may…
Island Paddle Start your morning with a paddle adventure to watch the sun rise. Paddle your way form Kayak Pittsburgh Downtown to Washington's Landing and back with Venture Outdoors Trip leaders. You're sure to start your day energized! *Prior paddling experience is required.
Thanks to Eli Shumaker, we're kicking off a monthly Pride Paddle meet up for LGBTQ kayakers! Everyone is welcome. Meet up at Kayak Pittsburgh's Downtown location under the Roberto Clemente bridge to make new friends and get ready to hit the water. Once everyone is equipped with a boat, paddle, and life jacket we'll paddle…
Let's Float | Cast | Hike Together FREE TO THE PUBLIC Free Kayaking, Fishing OR Hiking thanks to Public Lands. Come join Public Lands at North Park on September 18th with a chance to try a new experience or enjoy an old favorite – but most importantly – a way to be together in the…
Mature Monday Kayaking (Ages 50+) Let’s start our day with a beautiful paddle on the Allegheny River. Run through the basics of kayaking, then head to the water for a morning of gorgeous views and leisurely paddling. This is a special free event for adults ages 50+ who are beginner kayakers looking to gain experience.…
Wednesday Wake Up Paddle Start your day on the water to catch beautiful views of the city at sunrise. Get your blood pumping paddling at a moderate pace as a group up the Allgeheny River, then coast back down to the Roberto Clemente Bridge. The route and length vary weekly due to weather and river…
Indoor Beginner Kayaking Class Anyone can paddle with a quick tutorial, but if you’re looking to paddle with efficiency, grace, and direction join our Beginner Kayak Course. Meet at the…
Beginner Kayaking Class Anyone can paddle with a quick tutorial, but if you’re looking to paddle with efficiency, grace, and direction join our Beginner Kayak Course. Meet at the Allegheny…
Indoor Beginner Kayaking Class Anyone can paddle with a quick tutorial, but if you’re looking to paddle with efficiency, grace, and direction join our Beginner Kayak Course. Meet at the…
Beginner Kayaking Class Anyone can paddle with a quick tutorial, but if you’re looking to paddle with efficiency, grace, and direction join our Beginner Kayak Course. Meet at the Allegheny…
Anyone can paddle with a quick tutorial, but if you’re looking to paddle with efficiency, grace, and direction join our Beginner Kayak Course. Meet at the North Park boathouse for…
Pride Paddle: June Join Trip Leader Eli Shumaker on a pleasant paddle along the Allegheny River with LGBTQIA friends and allies. This is a monthly meet up hapenning: 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 equipped with…
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…
Pop Up Tandem Kayaking In partnership with Coalition for a Brighter Greene and Greene County Parks & Recreation, Venture Outdoors will be offering 1-hour pop-up kayaking rentals at Potter’s Landing in Greensboro, PA. No previous kayaking experience needed - great for families and first-timers. All kayaks will be tandem (2-person) boats, so register both participants…
Celebrate Dad's day kayaking on the water at beautiful, relaxing North Park Lake! We will introduce you to the basics of paddling and we'll have two guides out on the water with you. Afterwards, we'll share some snacks and drinks to continue the fun! Participants can be in solo or tandem boats (see age and…
Beginner Kayak Course Anyone can paddle with a quick tutorial, but if you’re looking to paddle with efficiency, grace, and direction join our Beginner Kayak Course. Meet at the North Park boathouse for an introduction to kayaking with our safety-certified kayak instructors. Learn about your boat, basic equipment, then get on the water to practice…
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…
Sunset Paddle 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.
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 15 minutes early to allow time to find parking and bring a flashlight or headlamp. While the event is scheduled to conclude…
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 Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg where we'll introduce ourselves and run through the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is…
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 up over the trees as we explore what the lake has to offer at night. All boats will have lights on them, but feel…
You may be familiar with The Allegheny River by day, but it’s a completely different experience at night! Join us as we head on the water after sundown and take in the River from a different perspective. All boats will have lights on them, but feel free to bring a headlamp if you’d like to…
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!