ZooZilla 5K Run / Walk
Date: Nov. 5 Time: Race begins at 8 a. m., rain or shine! Address: Pittsburgh Zoo, 7340 Butler Street, Pittsburgh Contact: pittsburghzoo. org, or
412.665.3640 Pass by some furry residents as you run or walk through the zootastic course. This race is professionally timed for the serious runner, but also an enjoyable experience for the leisurely walker. Proceeds benefit the zoo. Visit the website for registration information and other details.
Kick up the Leaves, or Take in the Stunning Fall Scenery
Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve
Address: 614 Dorseyville Road, Fox Chapel Contact: aswp. org / locations / beechwood, or 412.963.6100
Nature lovers will marvel at all the hiking options that are offered at this reserve! There are five miles of trails that wind through several representative habitats of southwestern Pennsylvania. Try the. 45 mile Spring Hollow trail, which passes through a hardwood forest, stream hollow, pond, meadow and a treehouse for a bird’ s eye view of the forest. Visit the website for more information.
Fox Chapel Flower and Wildlife Reserve Loop Trail
Address: Squaw Run Road, Fox Chapel Contact: fox-chapel. pa. us, or 412.963.1100
Enjoy this 1-mile hike along Stony Camp Run. This reserve was dedicated to Richard Boyles, the first manager of the borough of Fox Chapel, who helped to preserve the woods along the trail.
Harrison Hills Park
Address: 5200 Freeport Road, Natrona Heights Contact: alleghenycounty. us, or 724.295.3570
This 524-acre park has it all for fall hiking and mountain biking and is worth the short drive! Pass by streams, waterfalls, ponds, a birding area and take in views of the Allegheny River. Hike or mountain bike on seven trails that are great for the novice or the expert. Visit the website for more information. Want to help keep the trails viable for years to come? Visit the Friends of Harrison Hills Park website at friendsofharrisonhills. org.
Hartwood Acres Nature Walk
Date: Nov. 9 Time: 10 a. m. to noon Address: Hartwood Acres Park, 200 Hartwood Acres, Hampton / Indiana townships Contact: 724.935.2170 to register, or sites. google. com / site / latodaminaturecenter / events-andprograms
Part of the“ Forest Bathing in the Parks” activities with environmental education series. Forest Bathing is to immerse yourself in the forest, to spend time surrounded by trees and is proven to provide numerous health benefits: boosts immune system; lowers blood pressure and blood sugar and cholesterol; reduces stress; improves mood; increases ability to focus even in children with ADHD; accelerates recovery from surgery or illness; increases energy level; and improves sleep. Take a leisurely stroll to learn more about plants and wildlife of the park. Please preregister for this program. Visit the website, or call for more information.
Kayak Pittsburgh at Aspinwall Riverfront Park
Dates: Oct. 29 & 30 Time: 10 a. m. to 8 p. m.( last boats at 7 p. m.) Address: 285 River Avenue, Aspinwall Contact: ventureoutdoors. org / kayakpittsburgh, or facebook. com / kayakpittsburgh
Did you know that Kayak Pittsburgh is open until the last weekend in October? See the beauty of fall reflected on the water along the Allegheny River while kayaking! * Hours subject to change based on daylight availability and weather conditions. Visit the websites for more information.
Lake Arthur Fall Foliage Cruises
Dates: Saturdays and Sundays through October – check the website for the exact dates and times. Reservations advised. Address: Moraine State Park, 118 North Shore Drive, Portersville Contact: morainepreservationfund. org / category / nautical _ nature, or 724.368.9185
Get inspired by the beauty of fall foliage reflected on water by participating in a cruise that includes a 1.5-hour fully narrated tour of Lake Arthur. The Captains and First Mates talk about park history and fascinating points of interest, and will answer questions. Weekend cruise tickets can be ordered online, or by calling. Visit the website for more information.
Salamander Park Trail
Address: Fox Chapel Road, Fox Chapel Contact: fox-chapel. pa. us, or 412.963.1100
See if you can catch a glimpse of a salamander on a hike on this 1½-mile round trip trail. The cute critters can be seen on the dry pond bed along the trail. Want to help maintain the trail? Visit the Fox Chapel Land Trust website at fcalandtrust. org to learn more.
Todd Nature Reserve
Address: Kepple Road, Sarver Contact: aswp. org, or 412.963.6100
Try a new area to hike that’ s just a short drive away! This 176-acre nature reserve is“ full of hiking trails, abundant with the natural beauty of the forest, streams and a pond.” Visit the website for more information. n
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