BIPOC PADDLE Do you identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color)? Are you interested in beginner-friendly guided kayak trips and spending time in nature? Join other BIPOC individuals on one or all of the paddles in this series. We hope you’ll experience a sense of connection with nature among fellow BIPOC outdoor enthusiasts as we kayak along the beautiful Allegheny River. Meet at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg, where we’ll introduce ourselves and cover the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is […]

EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes active folks in larger bodies to get outside this year through its series of size-friendly outings, at a pace that is safe and comfortable for each person. Each trip listing will give you the information you need to decide if the outing is right for you: active time and pace, […]

Beginner River Paddle Have you attended one of our Beginner Paddles at North Park or already spent a lot of time paddling around the lake? Ready to test out kayaking on the river? Launching from Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg, we’ll take in the sights and sounds of the Allegheny as we head down the river and back. We’ll cover the basics of kayaking while also explaining how to safely navigate rivers while in a kayak. Funded in part by WeConservePA and […]

Beginner River Paddle Have you attended one of our Beginner Paddles at North Park or already spent a lot of time paddling around the lake? Ready to test out kayaking on the river? Launching from Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg, we’ll take in the sights and sounds of the Allegheny as we head down the river and back. We’ll cover the basics of kayaking while also explaining how to safely navigate rivers while in a kayak. Funded in part by WeConservePA and […]

Pride Paddle Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ Community looking to meet others and spend time outside celebrating queer joy? Meet at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg where we’ll introduce ourselves and run through the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is equipped with a boat, paddle, and life jacket we’ll paddle out to explore the Allegheny River together on this relaxed paced paddle. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time to ensure that the trip gets underway on time. Dress […]

Introducing this special paddle series to feature some of Sharpsburg’s best businesses and organizations! Each installment will be sponsored by a local establishment offering a free item or service in their wheelhouse. Come experience all the magic this borough has to offer. First up – paddle with friends then head to Dancing Gnome for a FREE beer. 21+ Only Explore Sharpsburg Waterways We provide the kayak, paddle, safety vest, and a brief paddle talk to get you started. Enjoy an […]

Women and Genderqueer Paddle

Fourth Of July Fireworks Paddle Join us for a cool night paddle under the city lights on the Allegheny River as we watch Pittsburgh’s Fourth of July fireworks show light up the skyline! Previous kayak experience is required. Please arrive early to allow time to find parking. The start of the fireworks is scheduled for 9:35. We plan to be on the water and in a position to watch the fireworks by then. If time allows after, and participants are […]

“Best of Sharpsburg” Paddle Series – Redhawk Coffee Roasters & Scone Ranger Introducing this special paddle series to feature some of Sharpsburg’s best businesses and organizations! Each installment will be sponsored by a local establishment offering a free item or service in their wheelhouse. Come experience all the magic this borough has to offer. Next up – start the day with a morning paddle on the Allegheny River then head to Redhawk Coffee Roasters for coffee and scones. Explore Sharpsburg […]

History Paddle Learn about the history of Pittsburgh on the water! This program will depart from our Downtown pop-up and paddle around the Allegheny River while our trip leaders cover interesting facts and stories about Pittsburgh’s land and waterways. Trip Leader: Our trained Excursionists and Volunteer Trip Leaders all have extensive paddling experience. They will provide an instructional/safety talk before getting on the water and then guide the group along the river. Activity level: Beginner – this event is a […]