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A rendition of the Great Lawn during the summer season. (Rendering by Field Operations courtesy of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust)

Pittsburgh Cultural Trust to Transform 8th Street Block into Arts Landing Civic Space

Magical new space to emerge in the Cultural District

Schenley Park Ice Skating (Mon., 1/27/25)

Schenley Park Ice Skating

Sycamore Island is a 'Green Space' haven river-bound and close to town.

Allegheny Green Spaces for Outdoor Recreation (Mon., 11/18/24)

Allegheny Land Trust Green Spaces

Watercraft Fun on the Rivers (Thurs., 8/28/24)

Steel City Jet Skis, Hazelbakers

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Pittsburgh Area Swimming Pools and Swimming Beaches (Tues., 8/27/24)

Pittsburgh Swimming Pools and Swimming Holes

Cruisin’ Tiki Boats on the Three Rivers (Tues., 8/13/24)

Cruisin’ Tiki Boats

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Pittsburgh Area Swimming Pools and Beaches (Mon., 8/5/24)

Swimming holes and swimming pools

Kayakers enjoying the Regatta at Lake Arthur.

Moraine State Park Regatta (Sun., 8/4/24)

Moraine State Park Regatta

McConnells Mill StatePark is known for its beautiful scenery and rock formations. (photo: Christopher Maggio)

McConnells Mill State Park for Rock Climbing, Hiking and History (Tues., 7/23/24)

Whether you’re a tree hugger or just loing to get some fresh air after months in quarantine, McConnells Mill State Park makes for an exciting nearby day trip. Prehistoric, glacial drainage cut a deep gorge into the landscape, leaving some spectacular boulders and waterfalls. Remember—it’s called Slippery Rock Creek for a reason. Stay on the…

Watersports Fun at Hazelbakers on the Youghiogheny and Laurel Hill State Park (Tues., 7/16/24)

Hazelbakers Watercraft

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