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…
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.…
Free Lunch Time Fishing Join this fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide the rods, bait, and instruction on this relaxed lunchtime fishing trip. Stop by anytime between 11:30am - 1:30pm. We catch all sorts of fish along the Allegheny River - smallmouth bass, catfish, and more! Great activity for…
Lawrenceville Art Hike Strap on your walking shoes, grab your cameras, and let’s take a hike through the colorful, celebrated neighborhood of Lawrenceville! Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville area is filled with rich history as well as an enormous amount of growth. This formerly quiet section of the city on the edge of the Strip District has transformed…
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…
Women & Nonbinary Mountain Bike Meetup - Boyce 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 Boyce Park. We will meet at the Boyce Park Archery Range Parking lot and ride from there. This 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…
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…
North Side Arts Tour & Banjo Night Starting in Allegheny Commons across from North Side Elks Lodge, Veteran Trip Leader Mara, will lead hikers on a brisk walk to explore beautiful public art installations throughout the North Side neighborhood. We’ll absorb the energetic old Pittsburgh charm of Central Northside as we traverse the areas around…
Trianglers 6/15 is canceled due to heat Free Lunch Time Fishing Join this fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide the rods, bait, and instruction on this relaxed lunchtime fishing trip. Stop by anytime between 11:30am - 1:30pm. We catch all sorts of fish along the Allegheny River - smallmouth…
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…
Summer Camp: Ultimate Survivor Camp Grades 6th-8th Monday-Friday | 9:00am-4:30pm | South Park Aftercare is available from 4:30-6:00pm for an additional fee. Register for Aftercare here. Take your outdoor survival skills to the next level! Hang bear bags, cook over a fire, practice first aid, navigate with a compass, and more. Financial assistance is available,…
Adventure Science Grades 3rd-5th Monday-Friday | 9:00am-4:30pm | South Park Aftercare is available from 4:30-6:00pm for an additional fee. Register for Aftercare here. Hike, bike, fish, geocahce, and kayak as we explore the science of adventure. Grab your science goggles and join us as we observe, discover, and experiment with nature’s biggest mysteries! How do…
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…
Free Lunch Time Fishing Join this fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide the rods, bait, and instruction on this relaxed lunchtime fishing trip. Stop by anytime between 10:30am - 12:30pm. We catch all sorts of fish along the Allegheny River - smallmouth bass, catfish, and more! Great activity for…
Fit with a Physician: Introduction to Nordic Walking 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 Highland Park and talk about ways to stay active and learn about…
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.
Summer Camp: Outdoor Survivor Camp Grades 3rd- 5th Monday-Friday | 9:00am-4:30pm | South Park Aftercare is available from 4:30-6:00pm for an additional fee. Register for Aftercare here. Set the scene– you find yourself in the woods with your fellow campers. Build fires, filter water, forage food, construct a survival shelter, and more. Financial assistance is…
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!
Free Lunch Time Fishing Join this fishing tradition that has been running for over 20 years! We'll provide the rods, bait, and instruction on this relaxed lunchtime fishing trip. Stop by anytime between 11:30am - 1:30pm. We catch all sorts of fish along the Allegheny River - smallmouth bass, catfish, and more! Great activity for…
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.…
Women & Nonbinary Mountain Bike Meetup - Pleasant Valley 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 Pleasant Valley Park. This is a beginner-level mountain biking ride, but some previous experience and comfort riding a…
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…
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…
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