BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Friends of the Riverfront - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Friends of the Riverfront REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250821T211705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T175917Z UID:10001886-1758358800-1758369600@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Trail Care Saturday - Six Mile Island DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Six Mile Island section of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a Trail Care Saturday opportunity with Allegheny Cleanways\, Three Rivers Waterkeeper\, and River to Land Stewards!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Clear undesired vegetation\n Collect litter\n Continue restoration work\n Other general maintenance needs\n\n\n\nThis specific event is only open to folks 18 years or older.\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 Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-saturday-six-mile-island/ LOCATION:James Sharp Landing\, 1301 Main Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15215 CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/20240625_202900-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250822T193537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T193537Z UID:10001890-1758016800-1758024000@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:UpKeep Trail Care Tuesday - Color Park DESCRIPTION:Join us on the South Side – Color Park section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for an Upkeep Trail Care opportunity!\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Collect litter\n Clear encroaching vegetation\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 Jackie McGrath\, Trail Stewardship Program Assistant\, with questions at jackie@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/upkeep-trail-care-tuesday-color-park/ LOCATION:The Color Park\, 1 S 6th St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_7611-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250710T141856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T193719Z UID:10001869-1757527200-1757532600@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Turtle Creek Connector Public Meeting (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Riverfront and Pennsylvania Environmental Council invites you to join the final set of public meetings for this phase of the Turtle Creek Connector project. We will be hosting the same meeting twice (once in person on September 9 and once virtually on September 10). The presentation will include an overview of the work done to date\, the preferred alignment\, updates on the conversations with landowners and Norfolk Southern\, funding strategies and the next steps.\n\nPlease use the “Register Here” button to sign up and receive the Zoom link. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/turtle-creek-connector-public-meeting-virtual/ CATEGORIES:Public Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/TURTLE-CREEK-CONNECTOR-PUBLIC-MEETING.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250710T140104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T202116Z UID:10001868-1757440800-1757446200@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Turtle Creek Connector Public Meeting (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Riverfront and Pennsylvania Environmental Council invites you to join the final set of public meetings for this phase of the Turtle Creek Connector project. We will be hosting the same meeting twice (once in person on September 9 and once virtually on September 10). The presentation will include an overview of the work done to date\, the preferred alignment\, updates on the conversations with landowners and Norfolk Southern\, funding strategies and the next steps. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/turtle-creek-connector-public-meeting-in-person/ LOCATION:Braddock Carnegie Library\, 419 Library St\, Braddock\, PA\, 15104\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/TURTLE-CREEK-CONNECTOR-PUBLIC-MEETING-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T150000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250821T202528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T203224Z UID:10001885-1757422800-1757430000@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Duck Hollow DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Duck Hollow section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Clear undesired vegetation\n Continue restoration work\n Collect litter\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 Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-duck-hollow-5/ LOCATION:Duck Hollow Parking Lot\, Duck Hollow Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_0185-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org GEO:40.411508;-79.9205864 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Duck Hollow Parking Lot Duck Hollow Trail Pittsburgh PA 15217 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Duck Hollow Trail:geo:-79.9205864,40.411508 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250821T202216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T202216Z UID:10001884-1756980000-1756987200@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Trail Care Thursday - River Ave DESCRIPTION:Join us on the River Avenue section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Thursday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Clear undesired vegetation\n Continue restoration work\n Collect litter\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 Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-thursday-river-ave-3/ LOCATION:Heinz Street Trail Parking\, 14 North Shore Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_7541-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250822T132207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T132207Z UID:10001889-1756807200-1756814400@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Upkeep Trail Care Tuesday - River Ave at 31st St Bridge DESCRIPTION:Join us on the River Ave section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for an UpKeep Trail Care opportunity!\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Collect litter\n Clear encroaching vegetation\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 Jackie McGrath\, Trail Stewardship Program Assistant\, with questions at jackie@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/upkeep-trail-care-tuesday-river-ave-at-31st-st-bridge/ LOCATION:River Avenue East\, 1395 River Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_7542-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org GEO:40.4604319536;-79.9822648287 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=River Avenue East 1395 River Ave Pittsburgh PA 15212 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1395 River Ave:geo:-79.9822648287,40.4604319536 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250808T153559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T153640Z UID:10001881-1756461600-1756468800@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Trail Care Friday - South Side DESCRIPTION:Join us on the South Side – Color Park section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Friday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Assist in removing undesired vegetation\n Collect litter\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 Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-friday-south-side/ LOCATION:The Color Park\, 1 S 6th St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15203\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_1631-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250718T191025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T160442Z UID:10001873-1755770400-1755777600@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Trail Care Thursday - Eliza Furnace DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Eliza Furnace West section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Thursday opportunity with Tree Pittsburgh!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Weed and clear undesired vegetation along the tree beds\n Tend to young trees\n Spread mulch provided by Tree Pittsburgh\n Collect litter\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 Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-thursday-eliza-furnace/ LOCATION:Second Avenue Parking Plaza CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_8454-scaled.jpg GEO:40.4343262931;-79.987256054 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T190000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250708T164158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T143404Z UID:10001865-1755626400-1755630000@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Hazelwood to Carrie Furnace Public Meeting DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Riverfront invites you to join us at the Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark for a wrap-up presentation on this phase of the trail project connecting Hazelwood to Duck Hollow and Carrie Furnace. This project kicked off in May 2023 and is in the final stages of 30% design documents and a written report which documents the entire project process.\n\n \n\nLearn more about the route\, proposed trail bridges\, trail extension plans and our next steps! We will also have information on the status and progress on the Turtle Creek Connector\, which begins at the Carrie Furnace site.\n\nThank you to Rivers of Steel for hosting us at the Carrie Furnace Power House. Due to the historic nature of the building\, the space does not have HVAC\, but is a large structure that typically stays cooler than the outdoors. We will have chairs\, fans\, snacks and water! Parking is available outside of the building.\n\n\n\nPlease reach out to our Project Manager\, Katie Kovalchik\, if you require accessibility accommodations. Email her at katie@friendsoftheriverfront.org.\n\nLearn more about the project here.\n\n  URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/hazelwood-to-carrie-furnace-public-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Carrie Furnace Power House\, 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15218\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/HGCF-Public-Meeting-Aug-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250801T180712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T160730Z UID:10001879-1755597600-1755604800@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Upkeep Trail Care Tuesday - Eliza Furnace DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS FULL\n\n\nJoin us on the Eliza Furnace section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for an UpKeep Trail Care opportunity!\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Tend to trees\n Collect litter\n Clear encroaching vegetation\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 Jackie McGrath\, Trail Stewardship Program Assistant\, with questions at jackie@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/upkeep-trail-care-tuesday-eliza-furnace/ LOCATION:Second Avenue Parking Plaza CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Eliza-Furnace-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org GEO:40.4343262931;-79.987256054 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250718T190503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T132547Z UID:10001872-1755162000-1755172800@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Water Trail Care Thursday - Heinz Quay DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.\n\n\nJoin us at the Heinz Quay Launch on the Ohio River section of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a river-based Water Trail Care Thursday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Launch from Heinz Quay and paddle downriver towards the West End Bridge\n Volunteers will collect trash along the way\, docking on the riverbanks where we can to get out and collect trash \n\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 required. If you are a beginner or have never paddled before\, please email Ashley Martin at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org and we can discuss!\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 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 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/water-trail-care-thursday-heinz-quay/ LOCATION:Heinz Quay Boat Launch\, North Shore Riverfront Park\, Pittsburgh\, 15212 CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/20230822_113243-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250731T204457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T160758Z UID:10001878-1754647200-1754654400@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:UpKeep Trail Care Friday - Strip District DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Strip District section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for an Upkeep Trail Care opportunity!\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Tend to trees\n Manage invasive plant species\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 Jackie McGrath\, Trail Stewardship Program Assistant\, with questions at jackie@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/upkeep-trail-care-friday-strip-district/ LOCATION:Strip District – 15th Street\, 1521 Waterfront Pl\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Strip-District-phot-e1753900385143.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250718T184754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T184754Z UID:10001871-1754388000-1754395200@friendsoftheriverfront.org SUMMARY:Trail Care Tuesday - Duck Hollow DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Duck Hollow section of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity!\n\n\nVolunteers will:\n\n Clear undesired vegetation\n Clear encroaching 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 Manager\, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org. URL:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/event/trail-care-tuesday-duck-hollow-4/ LOCATION:Duck Hollow Parking Lot\, Duck Hollow Trail\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0185-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org GEO:40.411508;-79.9205864 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Duck Hollow Parking Lot Duck Hollow Trail Pittsburgh PA 15217 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Duck Hollow Trail:geo:-79.9205864,40.411508 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250522T185902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T163438Z UID:10001855-1753812000-1753817400@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/VOPP-Meeting-Flyer_July-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_9012-3-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250620T181558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T201507Z UID:10001862-1753351200-1753358400@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_6856-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250626T190231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T210126Z UID:10001864-1752314400-1752325200@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20240823_103405-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250620T181046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T135111Z UID:10001861-1751968800-1751976000@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_3804-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_9990.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org GEO:40.4698967;-79.9747204 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Millvale Riverfront Park 70 River Front Dr. Pittsburgh PA 15209 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=70 River Front Dr.:geo:-79.9747204,40.4698967 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250515T154112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T190936Z UID:10001852-1750786200-1750793400@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_7366-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250522T203147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T151129Z UID:10001856-1750269600-1750276800@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Image.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org GEO:40.4698967;-79.9747204 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Millvale Riverfront Park 70 River Front Dr. Pittsburgh PA 15209 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=70 River Front Dr.:geo:-79.9747204,40.4698967 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T130000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250505T192257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180301Z UID:10001850-1750154400-1750165200@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_6199-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250509T151216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T155618Z UID:10001851-1750149000-1750154400@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_1117-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250505T190842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T202704Z UID:10001849-1749576600-1749583800@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_7478-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T110000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250505T190111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T140142Z UID:10001848-1748941200-1748948400@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20240420_091749-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org GEO:40.4698967;-79.9747204 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Millvale Riverfront Park 70 River Front Dr. Pittsburgh PA 15209 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=70 River Front Dr.:geo:-79.9747204,40.4698967 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250414T193602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T161151Z UID:10001842-1747935000-1747942200@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/20240611_143405-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250505T185652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T185652Z UID:10001847-1747735200-1747742400@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20240430_163400-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront%2C Events":MAILTO:greg@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250409T202057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T030614Z UID:10001840-1747558800-1747569600@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG_5729-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T100417 CREATED:20250505T184623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T181059Z UID:10001846-1747243800-1747252800@friendsoftheriverfront.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_8989-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Riverfront":MAILTO:friends@friendsoftheriverfront.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR