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SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Duck Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Care along the Duck Hollow section of the Three Rivers Heritage and Water Trails!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Collect litter along the trail and surrounding areas\n 	Clear debris buildup\n 	Cut and clear encroaching and undesired vegetation\n	Tend to newly planted trees\n 	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves that can be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. If we need to cancel\, volunteers will be notified the morning of the event via email. 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.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-duck-hollow-8/
LOCATION:Duck Hollow Parking Lot\, Duck Hollow Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored,Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:UpKeep Trail Care Tuesday - River Avenue
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the River Avenue section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for an Upkeep Trail Care opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Manage graffiti\n 	Collect litter along the trail and surrounding areas\n 	Cut back overgrown vegetation\n 	Other general trail maintenance needs\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\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. Space is limited to 15 participants to ensure a safe\, hands-on experience for all volunteers.\n\nPlease reach out to Jackie McGrath\, Trail Stewardship Program Assistant\, with questions at jackie@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/upkeep-trail-care-tuesday-river-avenue/
LOCATION:River Avenue West\, Madison Ave and River Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, 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:20260909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T202052Z
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SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Riparian Areas & Watersheds
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Riverfront for another Train on the Water Trail session and explore the Allegheny River!  \n\nPenn State Extension’s Master Watershed Steward Program will lead an in-person education session where participants will learn about the importance of our riparian areas and watersheds and the role they play\, followed by a short paddle along the Allegheny River at the Three Rivers Water Trail Launch in Springdale\, PA. Participants with their own kayak or canoes are encouraged to bring them; Friends will provide seats in one of our kayaks or canoes for those that do not have their own! Registration will be limited. \n\nThe 2026 Train on the Trail series offers enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including identifying 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 Manager\, with any questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-watersheds-riparian/
LOCATION:Springdale Launch\, Colfax Ave\, Springdale\, 15144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T120000
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SUMMARY:Water Trail Care Friday - Elizabeth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Elizabeth Launch on the Monongahela River section of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a river-based Water Trail Care opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Launch from the Elizabeth Launch and paddle upriver\n 	Volunteers will collect trash along the way\, docking on the riverbanks where we can to get out and collect trash\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 12 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 have their own. Previous paddling experience recommended. If you are a beginner or have never paddled before\, please email Ashley Martin at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org and we can discuss!\n\nPlease wear sturdy close-toed 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. If we need to cancel\, we will notify volunteers via email the morning of the event. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water refills will 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 and what to expect; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/water-trail-care-friday-elizabeth/
LOCATION:Elizabeth Riverfront Park\, Elizabeth\, 15037
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Aquatic Species & River Health
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Riverfront for a special Train on the Water Trail program and explore Plum Creek!  \n\nCreek Connections will be sharing their knowledge of freshwater ecosystems and demonstrate how aquatic species monitoring helps inform conservation and restoration efforts throughout the region. Participants will learn how scientists\, educators\, and conservationists use aquatic insects\, fish\, and other freshwater organisms as indicators of water quality. Through hands-on exploration and guided discussion\, we’ll discover the connections between aquatic species\, habitat conditions\, and the overall health of our watershed. \n\nPlease wear closed-toe shoes that stay securely on your feet and that you do not mind getting wet. Shoes should provide adequate protection and traction for walking and wading on the creek bottom. Sandals\, flip-flops\, Crocs\, and other loose-fitting footwear are not recommended. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water refills will be available. All other program supplies and equipment will be provided. \n\nThe 2026 Train on the Trail series offers enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including water quality awareness\, heritage and history of the three rivers\, bird identification\, and more! \n\nAn email will be sent the day before the event with details. Email Jackie McGrath\, Trail Stewardship Program Assistant\, with any questions at jackie@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-aquatic-species-river-health/
LOCATION:Penn Hills Community Park\, 120 Colorado St\, Verona\, PA\, 15147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Wednesday - Hazelwood
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Care along the Hazelwood section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n	Learn about the new proposed section of trail connecting Hazelwood to Duck Hollow from our Trail Development Project Manager\n 	Collect litter along the proposed route\n 	After\, Friends of the Riverfront will treat participants to a drink at the Hazelwood Brew House!\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy close-toed 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.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-wednesday-hazelwood/
LOCATION:Hazelwood Brew House\, 5007 Lytle St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored,Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T190000
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SUMMARY:Train on the Trail - Water Quality Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Riverfront for another Train on the Water Trail session and explore the Monongahela River!  \n\nThree Rivers Waterkeeper will be leading an in-person training session where participants will learn about what pollution to look for and how to report it while you’re out on the Three Rivers Water Trail\, followed by a short paddle along the Monongahela River at the Three Rivers Water Trail Launch in Elizabeth\, PA. 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! Registration will be limited. \n\nThe 2026 Train on the Trail series offers enrichment opportunities for volunteers and trail users to gain introductory knowledge and skills that will benefit their trail experience\, including identifying native and invasive plants\, watercraft safety\, tree identification\, and more! \n\nAn email will be sent the day before the event with details. Email Alex Toner\, Director of Trail Stewardship\, with any questions at alex@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/train-on-the-trail-water-quality-awareness-2/
LOCATION:Elizabeth Riverfront Park\, Elizabeth\, 15037
CATEGORIES:Train on the Trail
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T120000
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Thursday - The Color Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Care along The Color Park section of the Three Rivers Heritage and Water Trails!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Collect litter along the trail and surrounding areas\n 	Clear debris buildup\n 	Cut and clear encroaching and undesired vegetation\n	Tend to newly planted trees\n 	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and layered sleeves that can be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather\, we will work through light to moderate rain. If we need to cancel\, volunteers will be notified the morning of the event via email. 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.\n\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-color-park/
LOCATION:The Color Park\, 1 S 6th St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored,Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T120000
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CREATED:20260821T185441Z
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SUMMARY:Water Trail Care Tuesday - Tarentum
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Tarentum Launch on the Allegheny River section of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a river-based Water Trail Care opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n 	Launch from the Tarentum Launch and paddle upriver\n 	Volunteers will collect trash along the way\, docking on the riverbanks where we can to get out and collect trash\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 12 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 have their own. Previous paddling experience recommended. If you are a beginner or have never paddled before\, please email Ashley Martin at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org and we can discuss!\n\nPlease wear sturdy close-toed 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. If we need to cancel\, we will notify volunteers via email the morning of the event. Bring a reusable water bottle\, water refills will 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 and what to expect; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.\n\nPlease reach out to Ashley Martin\, Trail Stewardship Program Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/water-trail-care-tarentum/
LOCATION:Tarentum Access Launch\, Tarentum Bridge\, Tarentum\, PA\, 15084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T152255Z
CREATED:20260811T151512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T152255Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Slammin' Cans Graffiti Jam
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Color Park on Saturday\, October 10th from 2-8pm for a day filled with art\, brews\, and community fun!\n\n\nThis event will feature live mural paintings by graffiti artists\, a collaborative community mural all are welcome to add to\, several brewery pop-ups\, and food trucks. This FREE event is to celebrate a space along the trail meant for art\, expression\, and community. The Color Park is an integral and iconic space along the trail that Friends helps to steward and develop.\n\n\nWe hope you join us at the 2026 Slammin’ Cans Graffiti Jam!  Paint for community murals will be provided.\n\n\nFind more information about the event here.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/2026-slammin-cans-graffiti-jam/
LOCATION:The Color Park\, 1 S 6th St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260821T185729Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Care Thursday - Millvale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Care along the Millvale section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n	Collect litter along the trail and surrounding areas\n 	Clear debris buildup\n 	Cut and clear encroaching and undesired vegetation\n	Tend to newly planted trees\n 	Other general trail maintenance needs\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy close-toed 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. If we need to cancel\, volunteers will be notified the morning of the event via email. 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.
URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-millvale/
LOCATION:Millvale Riverfront Park\, 70 River Front Dr.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sponsored,Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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