Parks & Nature
Parks, trails, and playgrounds
Science Stroll: Foraging in Forests
Family nature walk exploring edible plants in the forest at Barking Slopes.
Riverview Park Day Mushroom Hike
Guided mushroom hike exploring fungi at Riverview Park in Pittsburgh.
Birding Expedition: Powdermill Avian Research Center
Guided birding adventure at Powdermill with real research & conservation.
Riverview Park Day 2026
Community celebration day at Riverview Park with activities for all ages.
Inclusive Story Hike – Frick Environmental Center
Sensory-friendlyAccessible nature walk combining stories and hiking at Frick Environmental Center.
Walk in Penn’s Woods
Guided nature walk through historic Penn's Woods with the Heinz History Center.
Flight Encounter with Edged Feather Experiences – FEC Amphitheater
Birds of prey encounter with expert Edged Feather Experiences at Frick Environmental Center.
Halloween Movies In The Parks
Watch spooky double features under the stars at Pittsburgh-area parks in October.
Living Collection Series: Fall Foliage Walk
Guided fall foliage walk through the Frick Pittsburgh's historic arboretum grounds.
Frick Park Stewardship Days
Help restore Frick Park at this family-friendly environmental stewardship event in Pittsburgh.
Creatures of the Night - Audubon Society of Western PA
Stroll Audubon trails at night to spot costumed nocturnal creatures and hear autumn stories.
Science Stroll: The Haunted History of DMH
Guided nature walk exploring the spooky history of Dead Man's Hollow.
Community Campfire – Lower Frick Park
Gather around a campfire in Frick Park for an evening of community fun.
Stewardship Days – Hays Woods Park
Family-friendly stewardship day at Hays Woods—help with trail care and nature exploration.
Slightly Spooky Beginner’s Mushroom Walk
Family-friendly mushroom walk exploring fungi in a spooky autumn setting.
Sensory Nature Walk and Parent/Caregiver Education Seminar
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly nature walk with caregiver education at Frick Environmental Center.
McKinley Park Community Grove Ribbon Cutting Ceremony + Community Celebration
Community celebration and ribbon cutting for new McKinley Park grove in Pittsburgh.
Living Collection Series: Life Cycle of Trees
Educational tour exploring how trees change through seasons at the Frick Pittsburgh.
Animal Encounters at the Schenley Park Visitor Center
Close-up animal encounters at Schenley Park Visitor Center.
Trail Tour in Hays Woods Park – Lichens and Air Quality
Guided nature tour at Hays Woods exploring lichens and their role as air-quality indicators.
Birding Pittsburgh’s Parks – August Wilson Park
Guided birding walk through August Wilson Park—spot local species and learn from naturalists.
Sunday Songwriters Series at Schenley Park Visitor Center
Live acoustic songwriting performances in scenic Schenley Park—family-friendly music outdoors.
Science Stroll: Owl Prowl at Wingfield Pines
Evening nature walk to spot owls at Wingfield Pines Conservation Area.
More events outside the Pittsburgh area
4 events farther afield.
PARC Free Guided Tour
Free guided nature walk at Powdermill Nature Reserve exploring local ecosystems & wildlife.
Family Nature Walk
Guided nature walk for families at Powdermill Nature Reserve to explore local habitats & wildlife.