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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Junction Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Junction Hollow segments of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity! \n\nVolunteers will assist in collecting litter\, trailhead beautification\, as well as other trail maintenance needs. Please wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.  \n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email. \n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-eliza-furnace-junction-hollow/
LOCATION:Junction Hollow Boundary Street parking lot\, 113-626 Boundary St\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15213
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
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SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Native & Invasive Species ID (Registration Closed)
DESCRIPTION:Registration is FULL for Friends of the Riverfront third Train on the Trail Session of 2025!\n\nFourth River Workers Guild will be leading an in-person training session where participants will learn how to identify common native and invasive species along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail as well as proper removal practices\, what tools to use\, and more! Participants will then have the opportunity to put their new skills to the test and assist Friends of the Riverfront in clearing invasive vegetation along the River Avenue segment of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail.\n\nThe 2025 Train on the Trail series will offer enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including native and invasive plants\, watercraft safety\, tree identification\, and more!\n\nAn email will be sent the day before the event with details. Email Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with any questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-native-invasive-species-id/
LOCATION:River Ave – Washington’s Landing\, 1395 River Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail,Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Thursday - Marshall-Shadeland
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Marshall-Shadeland segment of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Thursday opportunity! \n\nVolunteers will assist in addressing undesired vegetation\, tending to young trees\, collecting litter\, as well as other trail maintenance needs. Please wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.  \n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email. \n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-thursday-marshall-shadeland/
LOCATION:Preble Ave – Three Rivers Heritage Trail Parking Lot\, 2405 Preble Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174117
CREATED:20250325T203125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T144800Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Friday - Baldwin (Arbor Day) (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating Arbor Day on the Baldwin segment of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Friday opportunity! \n\nVolunteers will assist in planting young restoration trees\, addressing undesired vegetation\, collecting litter\, as well as other trail maintenance needs. Please wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.  \n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email. \n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-friday-baldwin-arbor-day/
LOCATION:Baldwin\, Three Rivers Heritage Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174117
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Trails Day Plant Walk
DESCRIPTION:As a part of Celebrate Trails Day\, our Trail Experience Team is partnering with Rogue Herbs to host a spring plant walk along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail starting at Millvale Riverfront Park! Join Lavender from Friends of the Riverfront and Shannon from Rogue Herbs (rogueherbsclinical.com) on the trail in Millvale Riverfront Park to explore\, identify\, and learn about the fresh spring herbs\, flowers\, trees\, and mushrooms of the riverfront riparian zone!\n\n\nBring your plant-use knowledge\, plant books\, and resources if you have them to share\, and join us as we walk along Millvale Riverfront Park\, identifying plants and share their traditional and folk uses. We will gather at the gazebo in the park and begin at 11am!\n\n\nIf you want to stay and join us after the plant walk – you are welcome to join us to take a casual stroll over to Spring Millvale Market Days! The Millvale CDC will be hosting over 40 local businesses and dozens of artists\, makers\, bakers. This is a great community event to enjoy promotions and specials throughout Millvale. Millvale Market Days runs until 4pm. \n\n(millvalecdc.org)\n\nNew and seasoned plant lovers of all ages are welcome- register today!
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/celebrate-trails-day-plant-walk/
LOCATION:Millvale Riverfront Park\, 70 River Front Dr.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15209\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Trails Day Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:As a part of Celebrate Trails Day\, our Trail Development Team is hosting a casual bike ride along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail starting at Southside Riverfront Park! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro\, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Enjoy the scenic trails along the river and soak up the sunshine with other local cyclists. We are riding at a casual pace to Hazelwood Brewhouse (the route is approximately 12 miles round trip)). We will make a return trip after conversation and libations (or you are free to stay as long as you’d like). Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and learn about ongoing trail expansion projects with the Trail Development team at Friends of the Riverfront!\n\n\nGENERAL ROUTE\n\n\n\nWe will take the Three Rivers Heritage Trail along the South Side segment to Station Square and across the Smithfield Street Bridge onto the Mon Wharf Connector into Point State Park. We will stop at the Point State Park fountain for a break to enjoy (BYO) snacks\, etc. From there\, we will take the Mon-Wharf Connector to use the Eliza Furnace segment toward the Hot Metal Bridge. Here\, we will switchback down to street level and cross toward Hazelwood Green\, where we will take the shared use path and trail to Hazelwood Brewhouse. There are plenty of bike racks at the brewery for us to lock our bikes up with indoor and outdoor seating! Bring a helmet\, bike lock\, water\, snacks and money if you’d like something at the brewery.\n\nPOGOH STATIONS NEARBY\n\nIf you need a bike\, there is a POGOH station nearby at the intersection of S 22nd Street and Sidney Street.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/celebrate-trails-day-bike-ride-2/
LOCATION:Southside Riverfront Park\, Southside Riverfront Park\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ride/Walk/Race
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T193000
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Thursday - Allegheny RiverTrail Park
DESCRIPTION:Event is canceled due to storms in the evening.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-thursday-allegheny-rivertrail-park/
LOCATION:Allegheny RiverTrail Park\, 285 River Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Natrona
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Natrona segment of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Weed the Natrona Community Connector trail segment and small pollinator garden\n 	Collect litter around Natrona Community Park and Natrona Water Trail Launch;\n 	Collect trash and debris along River Avenue (walking in sun); other trail maintenance needs as necessary.\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.\n\n 
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-natrona/
LOCATION:Natrona Community Park\, 12-20 River Road\, Natrona Heights\, Pennsylvania\, 15065
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250409T194239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T194609Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Saturday w/ Allegheny CleanWays - Duck Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Duck Hollow segment of the Three Rivers Heritage & Water Trail for Trail Care Saturday!\n\n\nFriends of the Riverfront joins Allegheny CleanWays (ACW) for a day of volunteering on the Three Rivers Heritage & Water Trail.\n\nVolunteers will be split into two groups. Land based work will be lead by Friends including undesired vegetation removal\, tree tending\, litter pickup\, and other trail maintenance needs. Water based work will be lead by ACW including collecting litter that has accumulated along the riverfront of the Monongahela River. Volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in both land and water based work.\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. We recommend that you bring a reusable water bottle\, and a change of clothes and shoes for the ride home – participants may get wet/muddy. All other project supplies and equipment for land and river based work will be provided.\n\nAn email will be sent the week of the event with a detailed volunteer overview. Email Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.\n\nSee yinz on the trail!
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-saturday-w-allegheny-cleanways-duck-hollow/
LOCATION:Duck Hollow Parking Lot\, Duck Hollow Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T160713Z
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SUMMARY:Water Trail Care Tuesday - Sharpsburg
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Sharpsburg segment of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a river-based Water Trail Care Tuesday opportunity! \n\n Volunteers will:\n\n 	Tend to tree tubes at James Sharp and Six Mile Island\n 	Collect litter around James Sharp Landing and Six Mile Island\n 	Clear undesired vegetation\n	Other general trail maintenance needs\n \n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided. \n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/water-trail-care-tuesday-sharpsburg/
LOCATION:James Sharp Landing\, 1301 Main Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15215
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250505T184623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T181059Z
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SUMMARY:Water Trail Care Wednesday - Verona
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER AND RIVER FLOW CONDITIONS\n\n\nJoin us on the Verona segment of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a river-based Water Trail Care Wednesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Collect litter around the Verona Water Trail Launch and surrounding areas\n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 15 participants total – if you prefer to bring your own vessel (kayak or canoe)\, we encourage you to do so. We will have seats in a kayak or canoe for those that do not.\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/water-trail-care-wednesday-verona/
LOCATION:Verona Public Water Trail Launch\, 101 Arch St\, Verona\, PA\, 15147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000
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SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Watercraft and Boat Safety
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS FULL\n\n\nJoin Friends of the Riverfront for 2025’s fourth Train on the Trail session!\n\n\nAmerican Canoe Association certified Instructor\, Jamie Cortese\, will lead an introductory level overview of kayak and canoe basics\, foundational non-motorized safety\, and general approaches to launching and paddling our Three Rivers! This event takes place during 2025’s National Safe Boating Week\, celebrated locally by the Pittsburgh Safe Boating Council. Participants with their own kayak or canoes are encouraged to bring them; Friends will provide seats in one of our kayak\, tandem kayak\, or canoes for those that do not have their own! There will be both land and water components; registration will be limited.\n\n\nThe 2025 Train on the Trail series will offer enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including native and invasive plants\, watercraft safety\, tree identification\, and more!\n\n\nAn email will be sent the day before the event with details. Email Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with any questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-watercraft-boat-safety/
LOCATION:James Sharp Landing\, 1301 Main Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15215
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Cheswick
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Cheswick segment of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Collect litter around the Cheswick Water Trail Launch and surrounding areas\n	Clear undesired vegetation\n	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-cheswick-2/
LOCATION:Rachel Carson Riverfront Park\, Rachel Carson Riverfront Park\, Cheswick\, PA\, 15024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250414T193602Z
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SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Planting Native for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Registration Closed \n\n\nJoin Friends of the Riverfront for 2025’s fifth Train on the Trail session!\n\n\nPhipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens will be leading an in-person training session where participants will learn about native pollinators\, pollinator-friendly plants\, how to start your own native pollinator garden and more! Participants will then have the opportunity to help plant a pollinator garden\, build bee boxes\, and make their own wildflower seed bombs. \n\n\nThe 2025 Train on the Trail series will offer enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including native and invasive plants\, watercraft safety\, tree identification\, and more!\n\n\nAn email will be sent the day before the event with details. Email Angela Valotta\, Trail Stewardship AmeriCorps Member\, with any questions at trailstewardship@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-planting-native-for-pollinators/
LOCATION:Eliza Furnace Trailhead\, 40.425891\, -79.953364
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
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SUMMARY:Verona Accessible Kayak Launch Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us and our partners Steel City Rowing and Verona Borough to celebrate the launch of something big — Verona’s brand-new ADA accessible dock! We’re throwing a riverfront party jam packed with FREE activities to mark this exciting milestone\, and you’re invited to kick off the summer with us!\n\n \n\nWe’re starting the day with a guided meditation at 9:00 AM with @awakenpittsburgh to get you grounded and ready for a beautiful morning by the river. Then at 9:45 AM\, join us for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the launch!\n\n \n\nThe fun keeps rolling:\n\n 	🛶 Guided Paddle & Island Tour with @alleghneylandtrust(10:30 AM–12:30 PM) — FREE but space is limited! Registration required!\n 	🧘 Yoga by the Water with @beyogaoakmont(10:30 AM) — Stretch\, breathe\, and flow riverside!\n 	🎣 Fishing Demonstration with @ventureoutdoors (11:00 AM) — Learn tips and tricks from the pros.\n 	🍔 Food Truck Eats  @konaice @Sharksgrill412— Tasty bites for purchase to fuel your day!\n 	💬 Public Feedback Station — Help shape the future of the Verona riverfront and VOPP Trailhead!\n\nWe have planned a day full of fun for the whole family to enjoy! This accessible launch will be a valuable addition to the Three Rivers Water Trail\, providing river access and enjoyment to all. Please note: While the launch and paddle are ADA accessible\, please note that Sycamore Island is not and may not be suitable for all abilities. The meditation and yoga session are ADA accessible\, and fishing may not be suitable for all abilities. Please reach out to Katherine@friendsoftheriverfront.org for any additional information regarding accessibility conditions.\n\nRegister for your seat on the paddle here\, Paddle Registration.\n\n\n\nThe Verona Accessible Kayak Launch was financed in part by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program Environmental Stewardship Fund under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources\, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation and a grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation\, both administered through the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers – Ohio Basin Access for Canoes and Kayaks Grant Program and Statewide Watershed Access Grant Program.\n\n 
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/verona-accessible-dock-opening/
LOCATION:Verona Public Water Trail Launch\, 101 Arch St\, Verona\, PA\, 15147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grand Opening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Millvale
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Millvale segment of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity! \n\nRegistration Full\n \nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Tend to tree tubes\n 	Clear undesired vegetation\n 	Collect litter and clear debris\n 	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-millvale-4/
LOCATION:Millvale Riverfront Park\, 70 River Front Dr.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250505T190842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T202704Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Allegheny RiverTrail Park
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS FULL – please join us at one of our other volunteer opportunities!\n\n\nJoin us on the Aspinwall section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Collect litter\n	Clear undesired vegetation\n	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-brackenridge/
LOCATION:Allegheny RiverTrail Park\, 285 River Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250509T151216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T155618Z
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SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Birding on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Riverfront for 2025’s sixth Train on the Trail session!\n\n\nPittsburgh Parks Conservancy‘s Naturalist Educator\, Stephen Bucklin\, will be leading us on a bird walk along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. Participants will learn to identify bird species and gain an understanding of the natural ecosystem surrounding our trail system. All levels are welcome\, if you have binoculars please bring them\, there will be some available to those who would like to borrow a pair.\n\n\nThe 2025 Train on the Trail series will offer enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including native and invasive plants\, watercraft safety\, tree identification\, and more!\n\n\nAn email will be sent the day before the event with details. Email Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with any questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-birding-on-the-three-rivers-heritage-trail/
LOCATION:South Side Riverfront Park\, Three Rivers Heritage Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250505T192257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180301Z
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SUMMARY:Water Trail Care Tuesday - Tarentum
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Tarentum segment of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a river-based Water Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Collect litter around the Tarentum Water Trail Launch and surrounding areas\n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 18 participants total; if you have your own vessel (kayak or canoe)\, we encourage you to bring it. We have 12 available seats in the Friends fleet in a kayak or canoe for those that do not.\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/water-trail-care-tuesday-tarentum/
LOCATION:Tarentum Access Launch\, Tarentum Bridge\, Tarentum\, PA\, 15084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250522T203147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T151129Z
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SUMMARY:Three Rivers Heritage Trail Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION: \nThis summer\, our Trail Development Team is hosting a casual bike ride along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail starting at Millvale Riverfront Park! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro\, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Enjoy the scenic trails along the river and soak up the sunshine with other local cyclists. We are riding at a casual pace to Westhall Street (the route is approximately 14 miles round trip). This is a no-drop ride\, meaning no one will be left behind. There will be a ride leader and a ride caboose (at the back of the group) to ensure the group stays together and is safe. We will take a break for (BYO) snacks and a quick update on the trail expansion projects within the Three Rivers Heritage Trail network. After our break\, we will make the return trip toward Millvale Riverfront Park to wrap up the ride.\n\nArrive at Millvale Riverfront Park at 6:00\, roll at 6:15. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enjoy the Three Rivers Heritage Trail with Friends of the Riverfront staff and local trail users!
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/three-rivers-heritage-trail-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Millvale Riverfront Park\, 70 River Front Dr.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15209\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250515T154112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T190936Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Strip District
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT WARNING\n\n\nJoin us on the Strip District section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Tend to tree tubes\n	Clear undesired vegetation\n	Collect litter and clear debris\n	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-strip-district-6/
LOCATION:Strip District – 15th Street\, 1521 Waterfront Pl\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250612T194333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T194508Z
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SUMMARY:Friends Fest '25
DESCRIPTION:Happening 5-8:30 pm on Thursday\, June 26\, at Grist House\, FriendsFest is an annual appreciation event for our Friends of the Riverfront members. This event will be part community festival\, part information fair\, and all about bringing our trail community members together! The vibe will be laid-back and family-friendly.\n\nFriendsFest will feature beer from Grist House Brewery\, games\, crafts\, and giveaways – and all the Friends staff will be there to share what we’re doing.\n\nThis is a members-only event. You can obtain a membership at the event itself or simply attend as a member. We offer family memberships too\, so your whole crew can attend!\n\n Become a Member Now\n\nAlready a member? Please RSVP to tell us you’re coming!\n\nAnd we’ll have special FriendsFest t-shirts for sale at the event – or you can opt to purchase one as part of your membership!\n\nMore Info Here
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/friends-fest-25/
LOCATION:Grist House Brewing\, 10 E Sherman St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15209\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250606T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T165614Z
UID:10001857-1751364000-1751371200@friendsoftheriverfront.org
SUMMARY:Trail Stewardship Public Volunteer Mid-Year Appreciation
DESCRIPTION:Have you volunteered with Friends in 2025? Join us at Millvale Riverfront Park for a special mid-year appreciation of our public stewardship volunteers!\n\n\nAs the backbone of the stewardship program\, our regular public stewardship volunteers – YOU – help us keep the Three Rivers Heritage & Water Trail systems safe\, accessible and clean week-in and week-out. Through the first half of 2025 you have contributed over 450 hours\, which deserves to be recognized! Join the Stewardship Team for coffee (or tea)\, pastries\, raffle prizes\, and socializing with friends as we celebrate YOU\, our incredible public stewardship volunteers. \n\n\nIf you have not yet volunteered with us in 2025\, we encourage you to check out our events calendar and join us on the trail for an invite to our volunteer appreciation celebrations! \n\n\nVolunteers will relax and hang out. Please wear whatever you want. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather – sandals encouraged. All other project supplies (donuts and pastries) will be provided.\n\n\nAn email will be sent the day prior to the appreciation. Registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email. Reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-stewardship-public-volunteer-mid-year-appreciation-2/
LOCATION:Millvale Riverfront Park\, 70 River Front Dr.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250620T181046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T135111Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Chateau
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Chateau section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n	Clear undesired vegetation\n	Collect litter and clear debris\n	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-chateau-3/
LOCATION:Kroll Drive – Three Rivers Heritage Trail Parking Lot\, 800-816 Kroll Dr\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250626T190231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T210126Z
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SUMMARY:Water Trail Care Saturday with Allegheny CleanWays - Youghiogheny River
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\n\n\nJoin us on the Youghiogheny River for a Three Rivers Water Trail tributary river-based Water Trail Care Saturday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Start at the Boston Boat Launch and collect litter\n	Float down the Youghiogheny River collecting trash along the way\n	End at the Port Vue Launch and collect litter\n\n\n\nThis event is for experienced paddlers only.\n\n\nVolunteers will meet at the Boston Boat Launch\, we will launch as a group and float down the river collecting litter along the way and end at the Port Vue Launch. We will leave the boats at Port Vue with a Friends staff member and participants will be boated back to the Boston Boat Launch via Allegheny CleanWays boat in order to get back to their vehicles.\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 12 participants; if you have your own vessel (kayak or canoe)\, we encourage you to bring it. We have 12 available seats in the Friends fleet in a kayak or canoe for those that do not.\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/water-trail-care-saturday-with-allegheny-cleanways-youghiogheny-river/
LOCATION:Boston Boat Launch\, 1924 Donner St\, McKeesport\, 15135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250708T172013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T172013Z
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SUMMARY:Brackenridge Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the grand opening of the Brackenridge section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail!  There will be remarks\, refreshments\, and a ribbon cutting!
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/brackenridge-ribbon-cutting/
LOCATION:Brackenridge Memorial Park\, E 1st Ave\, Tarentum\, PA\, 15084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grand Opening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250616T195304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T163904Z
UID:10001859-1752687000-1752694200@friendsoftheriverfront.org
SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Aquatic Species & River Health
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Riverfront for 2025’s seventh Train on the Trail session!\n\n\nCreek Connections along with \n PA Master Naturalists\,  will be leading an in-person training session where participants will learn about aquatic species\, macroinvertebrates\, how these species are connected to river health\, and more! Participants will then have the opportunity to do hands-on macroinvertebrate sampling in the stream. Bring your own waders or boots – we have extra boots if needed.  \n\n\nThe 2025 Train on the Trail series will offer enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including native and invasive plants\, watercraft safety\, tree identification\, and more!\n\n\nAn email will be sent the day before the event with details. Email Angela Valotta\, Trail Stewardship Program Assistant\, with any questions at trailstewardship@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-aquatic-species/
LOCATION:O’Hara Township Community Park\, 330 Fox Chapel Rd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15238\, United States
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250620T181558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T201507Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Thursday - Hazelwood
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS FULL – please join us at another upcoming Trail Care opportunity!\n\n\nJoin us on the Hazelwood section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Thursday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n	Clear undesired vegetation\n	Collect litter and clear debris\n	Address graffiti\n	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Coordinator\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-thursday-hazelwood/
LOCATION:Hazelwood Green\, 4501 Lytle St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T174118
CREATED:20250710T194210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T195018Z
UID:10001870-1753779600-1753790400@friendsoftheriverfront.org
SUMMARY:Land & Water Trail Care Tuesday - South Side
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the South Side section of the Three Rivers Heritage and Water Trail for a land and river-based Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will split into two groups both starting at South Side Riverfront Park:\n\n	Land based – walk along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail collecting litter and clearing vegetation\n	Water based – launch from South Side Riverfront Park and float down the Monongahela River collecting litter along the way before paddling back upstream\n\n\n\nAll volunteers will meet at South Side Riverfront Park. We will split into groups (land/water) and both head downstream along the Three Rivers Heritage and Water Trail. \n\n\nWater registration is limited to 12 participants; if you have your own vessel (kayak or canoe)\, we encourage you to bring it. We have 12 available seats in the Friends fleet in a kayak or canoe for those that do not. Previous paddling experience preferred. Land registration is limited to 12 participants. When registering\, please select water or land based work; we will not be rotating groups during this event.\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water refills will be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.\n\n\nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details and what to expect; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org. If you have not paddled before but are interested in registering for water based work\, please email me and we can discuss!
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/land-water-trail-care-tuesday-south-side/
LOCATION:South Side Riverfront Park\, Three Rivers Heritage Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T193000
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SUMMARY:VOPP Trail Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on July 29 at Steel City Rowing for the Verona\, Oakmont\, Penn Hills\, and Plum Trail public meeting! We will be reviewing the final alignment for this phase of design (90% complete)\, provide an update on progress and fundraising and will be providing an overview of the next steps. More information on the project is available here.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/vopp-public-meeting/
LOCATION:Steel City Rowing Club\, 101 Arch St\, Verona\, PA\, 15147\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org
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