Join us for a morning hike through the southside to check out three awesome coffee shops in the area - Big Dog Coffee, Delanie's Coffee, and De Fer Coffee and Tea! We will walk a total of 3.2 miles exploring the streets and trails of the southside. Along the way we will get to see…
Full Crow Moon Night Hike Come out to Schenley Park after hours as we explore the sights and sounds of this stunning landscape as the sun goes down and the full moon rises. Participants should feel comfortable walking on uneven terrain, covering about 3 miles at a moderate pace. Headlamps will be provided for all participants.…
Hike with Cooper Bring your canine companion for a social hike through Frick Park with volunteer Trip Leader, Monika and her spunky Spaniel, Cooper! We’ll start out at Blue Slide Park and enjoy 3-4 miles of moderately paced hiking along well-maintained wide trails of crushed gravel and dirt. Dogs will need to be leashed and…
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 bodies to get outside this year through its series of size-friendly outings, at a pace that is safe and comfortable for…
Welcome to Rocks & Waterfalls! This trip will explore Falls Run Park in Shaler. This trip is led by Earth Science Excursions, LLC. We will: learn to identify shale, sandstone, limestone and coal see fossils of animals that lived 300 million years ago If there is snow, we will see a winter wonderland! This waterfall,…
Spring Equinox Sunset Hike - South Side Park Let's welcome spring together on this exploratory hike of South Side Park. This 65-acre hidden gem borders South Side Flats, and Arlington Neighborhoods. We'll have an opportunity to learn a bit about the history of the park and enjoy some spectacular views as the sun sets. The…
History of the French and Indian War Hike Pittsburgh is known for many unusual things, but did you know that this region was so strategic in the middle of the 18th century that it started a war that spread around the world and launched the military career of America's preeminent founding father, George Washington? Known…
Pride OutSIDE Are you a member of the LGBTQ 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 hikes while celebrating the joy of queer identity. We will challenge ourselves on this progressive series of hiking trips throughout Allegheny…
Free Skill Building and Certification Workshop │ March 28, 2023 │ 10:00am - 3:00pm Three Rivers Rowing Association │ Millvale, PA The Fishing Skills Instructor (FSI) workshop is designed to teach adult leaders how to teach our youth basic fishing skills and aquatic ecology. Certified instructors then teach "SMART" Angler classes and Family Fishing Programs developed…
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour BUY TICKETS Venture Outdoors is proud to host The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour each year, presenting a full slate of films providing edge-of-your-seat, awe-inspiring action! Audiences experience incredible highs and agonizing lows through the lenses of some of the most accomplished climbers, paddlers, skiers, snowboarders, mountaineers,…
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Friday March 31: SOLD OUT Saturday April 1: SOLD OUT Sunday April 2: SOLD OUT We've so quickly sold out of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour tickets. Ten days before the event, we will release any additional tickets to those on this waitlist. Tickets will…
Hike with Cooper - Mt. Washington Bring your canine companion for a social hike in Mt. Washington with volunteer Trip Leader, Monika and her spunky Spaniel, Cooper! We’ll start out at Olympia Park and enjoy about 4 miles of moderately challenging hiking, exploring Emerald View Trails and the city sidewalks. Trails will likely be muddy…