October 2019
Tree Planting in Millvale with Girty’s Run Watershed Association
Girty's Run Watershed is planning a tree planting with Millvale Borough at Millvale's Riverfront Park to replace some that were lost in the microburst. To join, email Donna at girtysrunwatershed@gmail.com Trees from Keystone 10 Million Trees species / count is: Elderberry (Bush) 4 River Birch (Tree) 11 Spicebush (Bush) 10 Sycamore (Tree) 15 Witch-Hazel (Bush) 4
Find out more »October 2020
Millvale Trail Cleanup
Get your hands dirty cutting back invasive plants like Japanese Knotweed, removing invasive vines like Oriental Bittersweet, caring for newly planted native trees, and picking up litter on and along the trail. We’ll identify a variety of plant species and discuss newsworthy plants or pests that threaten the health of our riverfront ecosystems. We’ll make it easy to maintain appropriate social distance. This event is a great opportunity for first-time volunteers to gain hands-on experience in trail stewardship. Please email rosie@friendsoftheriverfront.org for…
Find out more »April 2021
Clean-Up AND Litter Kit Distribution at Millvale Riverfront Park
Join us in Millvale to clean the park and riverfront! If you don't have time to stay, you can still pick-up a litter kit and clean-up on your own time. All participants are required to wear a mask and socially distance from anyone outside of their household. Please email rosie@friendsoftheriverfront.org if you would like to join this event. We've also partnered with Allegheny CleanWays to offer free litter kits so you can safely clean-up our riverfronts and streets on your…
Find out more »June 2021
Brunch on the Trails
Brunch on the Trails Walk, ride, or paddle to join us for a delicious brunch along the Trails in Millvale Riverfront Park. Choose a table or lay your blanket on the grass along the Trail and enjoy a delicious picnic-ready brunch by Millvale's own Sprezzatura. Meet the Friends of the Riverfront team and discover the flora, fauna, and exciting happenings along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail & Water Trail. SUP3Rivers will also be on-site hosting 30-minute stand up paddle board…
Find out more »Paddleboarding in Millvale
Join Friends of the Riverfront & SUP3Rivers for a 30-minute stand up paddle board experience on the Three Rivers Water Trail! Allegheny River, Millvale Riverfront Park, Millvale, PA Sign Up Here 4 Sessions Available @ 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. $25 per board Only 4 paddlers per session Sessions are 30-minutes plus time for suiting up and a safety talk Come prepared to get wet! Paddlers must be age 10 or older. A ticketed adult/parent/guardian must accompany children ages 10-17. For comfort, it is…
Find out more »September 2021
Millvale Trail Limestone Repacking Workshop
Come learn how to repack a limestone trail! We will be repacking a section of the limestone trail in Millvale Riverfront Park. Volunteers are needed to help rake in the limestone and smooth out the trail. Municipalities are encouraged to attend. Rain Date is September 28, 2021
Find out more »October 2022
Clean Water Act 50th Anniversary Festival
Join Friends of the Riverfront and many partners to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act! The Clean Water Act Festival is in Millvale Riverfront Park on October 15th from 11 am - 3 pm. The festival is free and open to the public with food trucks, exhibitors with educational water activities, artists, free commemorative t-shirt to the first 200 attendees, a festival bike parade on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, free rowing lessons provided by Three Rivers…
Find out more »March 2023
Trail Tuesday- Millvale (3/7)
Join us in Millvale for Trail Tuesday in Millvale from 9:30-11:30. We will focus on trimming overgrowth around the bridge and cutting vines. Meet at the Millvale Riverfront Park parking lot and remember to wear closed toe shoes and clothing you don't mind getting dirty. Register at the link above.
Find out more »April 2023
Train on the Trail – Native and Invasive Species
Join Friends of the Riverfront for 2023's first Train on the Trail installment! Penn State Extension educator Sandy Feather will provide an on-trail overview of native and invasive plant species trail users can expect to find along the Three Rivers Heritage & Water Trails and throughout Allegheny County - maybe even your backyard! Participants will learn to identify plants species and gain a understanding of the natural ecosystem surrounding our trail system. The 2023 Train on the Trail series will…
Find out more »May 2023
Train on the Trail – Watercraft Basics & Safety
Save the date for May's Train on the Trail Series installment: Watercraft Basics & Safety! American Canoe Association certified volunteers from Outkast Paddlers will provide introductory level overviews of canoe and kayak watercraft, foundational non-motorized safety considerations, and general approaches to putting in and paddling our Three Rivers. Our friends at Full Psych Adventure Team will provide watercraft for all participants to utilize. This event takes place during 2023's National Safe Boating Week, celebrated locally by the Pittsburgh Safe Boating…
Find out more »June 2023
Pride Glass Flower Hunt
Sunday June 11, 20231pm-6pmPride Glass Hunt on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail!FREE event, all are welcome! 🌼 Find a glass flower along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and win a free glass class! 🌼Friends of the Riverfront and Pittsburgh Glass Center are partnering to host the second glass hunt of the season- Three Rivers Heritage Trail Pride edition!Meet us on June 11th at the starting point at Millvale Riverfront Park to receive Three Rivers Heritage Trail maps and BikePGH maps…
Find out more »July 2023
Train on the Trail – Riparian Ecosystems
Save the date for July's Train on the Trail Series installment: Riparian Ecosystems! Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards will provide an overview of riparian ecosystems and aquatic invasive species followed by a short paddle to observe the riverbank from the Allegheny River. Our friends at Full Psych Adventure Team will provide watercraft for all participants to utilize. Registration will be limited to the first 25 participants. The 2023 Train on the Trail series will offer enrichment opportunities for volunteers…
Find out more »December 2023
Trail Tuesday – Millvale
Join us on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Tuesday opportunity. Volunteers will assist with river viewshed clearing, vine cutting, and collecting litter and debris from the trail.
Find out more »March 2024
Trail Care Tuesday – Millvale
Join us on the Millvale portion of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity! Volunteers will assist in undesired vegetation mitigation as well as litter cleanup along the trail.
Find out more »April 2024
Trail Care Thursday – Millvale
Join us on the Millvale portion of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail for a Trail Care Tuesday opportunity! Volunteers will assist in undesired vegetation mitigation to prepare the area for our Earth Day event on 4/20.
Find out more »(Almost) Earth Day Volunteer Opportunities
We are teaming up with Allegheny Cleanways to offer multiple volunteer opportunities on the Saturday before Earth Day!
Find out more »Celebrate Trails Day Bike Ride
Free
As a part of Celebrate Trails Day, our Trail Development Team is hosting a fun-filled 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, breathe in the fresh air, and soak up the sunshine with fellow biking enthusiasts.
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