• Walls are Bad is a campaign that promotes outdoor recreation in southwestern PA and features over 300 outdoor-related groups, destinations and activities.
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    It has been called the most effective form of transportation in history. Bike Pittsburgh helps make the city increasingly safe, accessible, and friendly to bicycle transportation.
  • Our rivers and riverfronts make Pittsburgh a unique place. Through numerous activities and effective stewardship, Friends of the Riverfront makes sure you're reminded of that.
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    The SCA Three Rivers Regional office in Pittsburgh engages local high school students in environmental education, conservation service and green jobs training.
  • With rental locations Downtown and the Northside's Lake Elizabeth, Pitsburghers from 8 to 80 have experienced how safe and fun flat-water kayaking can be.
  • TRRA offers two boathouses, indoor training facilities, competitive rowing crews, corporate leagues, beginner classes, sculing, kayaking, sprint racing, dragon boat teams and more.
  • With almost 10,000 members Venture Outdoors offers hundreds of public and private programs including kayaking, hiking, biking, rock climbing, snowshoeing and more.
 

Spotlight: Washington County, PA
Bordering Allegheny County to the south, Washington County is a great destination for those seeking biking, fishing, boating, and even stargazing opportunities. Below are just a few highlights of the outdoor amenities available in Washington County, PA. Read More

Great Outdoors Week

 Friday, May 11 - Sunday, May 20, 2012
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Celebrate Pennsylvania Hiking Week at Emerald View Park!
Pennsylvania Hiking Week is in full swing through Sunday, June 3rd! Organized hiking opportunities are available throughout Western Pennsylvania in State Parks, National Forests, and in city and community parks. My goal is to try out a new trail during Hiking Week and there is no better way than to discover a trail in the making! On Sunday June 3rd, join the Mt. Washington Community Development Corporation (MWCDC) for a 10 mile hiking tour of Emerald View Park during the Wild Urban Adventure Hike from 9am-4pm.
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