| 🍂 THE FALL PROGRAM GUIDE HAS ARRIVED 🍂
We are thrilled to announce that the Fall Program Guide has finally arrived! As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, we invite you to join us in celebrating the arrival of fall with a variety of engaging activities and events. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply looking for a unique way to connect with the great outdoors, we have something for everyone.
From birding to mushroom walks and from healing relaxation retreats to harvest moon forest therapy walks, our theme this fall is rejuvenation and well-being.
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| | Birding Pittsburgh's Parks 🐦
The early bird get's the worm! Join us bright and early from 8:00 A.M. - 9:30 A.M. on Monday mornings to witness the majestic beauty of our feathered friends.
Monday, September 11 - Riverview Park, Chapel Shelter
Monday, October 9 - Grandview Park
Monday, November 13 - August Wilson Park
📸 Cape May Warbler by Zach Vaughan Photography
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| Forest Therapy and Healing Relaxation Retreat 🍁
Perhaps you're in need of some soul-soothing rejuvenation. Look no further than our Harvest Moon Forest Therapy or Healing Relaxation Mini Retreat. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the forest, letting go of stress and embracing a sense of calm that only nature can provide.
Friday, September 29 - 7:00 - 8:30 P.M. - Forest Therapy - FEC
Saturday, November 18 - 10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. - Healing Relaxation Retreat - FEC
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| Mushroom Walks with Phipps Conservatory 🍄
Embark on an educational journey through the woods with Phipps Conservatory and Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy as we hit the trail to discover some of Pennsylvania’s native wild mushrooms! Stephen Bucklin, Naturalist Educator, will take us through Frick Park to search for fungi in all their forms.
Saturday, September 23 - 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. - FEC
Tuesday, October 3 - 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. - FEC |
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| | ☕ WE'RE BREWING UP SOMETHING TOASTY ☕
Sweater weather will be upon us soon so look no further for an excuse to curl up with a warm brew because we are teaming up with Commonplace Coffee to bring back our collaborative coffee series! Stay tuned and follow us on social media for updates on the imminent release of our newest blend: Mellon Park. |
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| | Beer at the Bosque Returns 🍻
Throw another one back and join us at the Bosque for Round Two! A portion of proceeds from Eleventh Hour Brewing's "Schenley Park Brew" goes back to the parks.
Friday, September 15 - 3:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Saturday, September 16 - 1:00 - 7:00 P.M |
| Show Love to Riverview Park 🍁
Join us for a day filled with hikes, mushroom forays, tours of the Observatory, and exciting plant identification activities during Riverview Park Day!
Saturday, September 9 - 1:00 – 4:00 P.M
🤝 RP Day is presented in partnership with the Northside Leadership Conference, The City of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Park Rangers, and Friends of Riverview Park. |
| The Perfect Backdrop for Your Holiday Parties 🌛
Whether it's a fall wedding at the Frick Environmental Center or an intimate family gathering for a holiday party at the Schenley Park Visitors Center, we have the ideal backdrop for your special event.
To inquire about bookings, contact our Event Sales Coordinator, Katie King, at kking@pittsburghparks.org.
📸 Photography by Liz Capuano |
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| 🐦 THE BIRDS ARE MIGRATING SOUTH 🐦
In our September blog post, we walked through Frick Park with Naturalist Educator, Stephen Bucklin, to discuss the wonders of fall bird migration patterns over Pittsburgh. Did you know a vast array of birds stop during their journey to refuel right here in our local parks? Read the blog to learn about the wonders of our avian friends.
📸 Blackburnian Warbler shot by Zach Vaughan Photography |
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| | Chastity Bey Named to Pittsburgh Magazine's 40 Under 40 List 🥇
We are proud to announce that Chastity Bey, Community Nature Educator, is a recipient of Pittsburgh Magazine's 2023 "40 Under 40" Award.
Congratulations, Chastity! |
| Hays Woods Park is Official 🌲
Jared Belsky, Ecological Restoration Coordinator, gives an exclusive interview to WTAE about the future of Hays Woods Park, which was recently named an official Pittsburgh Park! Check out the segment below.
Efforts to improve the ecological health of Hays Woods Park are generously supported by the Richard King Mellon Foundation and Pennsylvania American Water. |
| An Interview with Our Young Naturalists 🍃
2023 Young Naturalist program participants Talia and Michael talk to Neighborhood Voices about how their recent internship with the Parks Conservancy has impacted their lives and future professional aspirations.
The Young Naturalists program is generously supported by the AEO Foundation, Clearview Federal Credit Union, Pepsi Co, and S&B USA. |
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| 🚶♀️ UPGRADES COMES TO RESERVOIR DRIVE 🚶♀️
Following a short-term pedestrianization of Highland Park's central loop to motor vehicles in 2020 during the COVID lockdown, Council District 7 and DOMI began working with community stakeholders to design a future Reservoir Drive that is accessible to cars but prioritizes safety for all users.
Our partners at the City of Pittsburgh will soon begin construction along Reservoir Drive in Highland Park. It will include improved pavement marking and vertical elements to create a safer condition for all park visitors, whether they enjoy the park by foot, bike, or car. The project will include quick-build traffic calming elements and improved accessibility features throughout the park's central loop. |
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