the Japanese Garden, Woodland Gardens, the future Garden
of Five Senses and more, designed to “inspire people to grow
through immersion in a world of natural outdoor wonder to
nourish mind, body and spirit.” Also take advantage of the wide
variety of special events and programs. Visit the website for more
information.
SKATEBOARD AND MORE AT WEST SUBURB SKATEPARKS
FINDLAY TOWNSHIP’S SKATE AND BIKE PARK
Address: Recreation and Sports Complex at Leopold Lake, 810 Route 30,
Imperial
Contact: findlaytwp.org, or 724.695.0500
PITCHER PARK MEMORIAL SKATEPARK
Address: Forsythe Road, Carnegie
Contact: pitcherpark.com
Did you love to skateboard, ride a BMX bike, or in‑line skate
as a kid? Then pack up your gear, including a helmet and pads,
and check out these great skateparks. Both include challenges for
beginners to pros. Leopold Lake Skate and Bike Park features a
half pipe, quarter pipe, spine ramp, fun box, grind rail and flow
bowl. Pitcher Park boasts a 20‑foot diameter full pipe inside a
bowl, stairs, rails, and much more. Visit the websites for more
information on rules and regulations and other details.
HORSEBACK RIDING AT ROLLING HILLS RANCH
Address: 677 Hickory Grade Road, Bridgeville
Contact: rolling‑hills‑ranch.com, or 412.221.9926
Giddy‑up for some family fun! Whether you’re a seasoned
equestrian or just a beginner, this 50‑year‑old family‑operated
ranch offers horseback riding for kids over 8 years old and
accompanied by a parent. While riding, enjoy trails that pass
through 70 acres of green, lush rolling hills. Visit the website for
more information.
MOUNTAIN BIKE OR HIKE AT MONTOUR
WOODS CONSERVATION AREA
Address: 1901 Hassam Road, Moon Township
Contact: hollowoak.org, or 412.264.1188
Rejuvenate your spirit with a mountain bike ride or hike
this summer through 10 miles of lush, wooded trails! Visit the
website for more information on this 260‑acre conservation area
and for opportunities to help keep the property maintained.
Take a Walk Back in Time
CIVIL WAR ROOM AT ANDREW CARNEGIE
FREE LIBRARY AND MUSIC HALL
Address: 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie
Contact: carnegiecarnegie.org/civil‑war‑room, or 412.276.3456
Tour this Civil War time capsule! The Capt. Thomas Espy Post
153 of the Grand Army of the Republic served local Civil War
veterans for over 54 years and is the best preserved and most
intact GAR post in the United States. Take an up‑close look at
the room where veterans of the Civil War met from 1906 until
the late 1930s. Marvel at the post’s original Civil War furnishings
and artifacts including weapons, books, prints, flags and more.
Visit the website for tour information and other details.
COVENTRY CABIN
Address: Robin Hill Park, 949 Thorn Run Road, Coraopolis
Contact: moontownshiphistoricalsociety.com, moonparks.org, or 412.262.1703
Check out this charming cabin, built in 1825, on a tour by
appointment! Set in beautiful Robin Hill Park, the cabin was
built in Washington County by a Revolutionary War veteran
and was dismantled and moved to the park in 1975. The Moon
Township Historical Society and Moon Parks and Recreation
maintain the cabin and host community events there throughout
the year. While at the park, don’t forget to view Robin Hill
Center, the former Robin Hill Mansion, and the beautiful
grounds that surround it. Call to schedule a tour of the cabin and
for other details.
OLD ECONOMY VILLAGE
Address: 270 Sixteenth Street, Ambridge
Contact: oldeconomyvillage.org, or 724.266.4500
Old Economy Village preserves and presents the life, thought
and material culture of the Harmony Society, a highly successful
and entrepreneurial 19th century religious community. Old
Economy Village is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical
and Museum Commission and is actively supported by the
Friends of Old Economy Village—a nonprofit community‑based
organization. Visit the website for more information.
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