Water Trail Care Thursday - Heinz Quay

Get Connected Icon Happens On Aug 14, 2025
Get Connected Icon 9am - 12pm
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Description

In addition to confirming your registration here (by selecting "Sign Up") you will also need to confirm your attendance by following the link here: https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/events/


Join us at the Heinz Quay Launch on the Ohio River section of the Three Rivers Water Trail for a river-based Water Trail Care Thursday opportunity!


Volunteers will:

  • Launch from Heinz Quay and paddle downriver towards the West End Bridge
  • Volunteers will collect trash along the way, docking on the riverbanks where we can to get out and collect trash


Registration is limited to 12 participants total; if you have your own vessel (kayak or canoe), we encourage you to bring it. We have 12 available seats in the Friends fleet in a kayak or canoe for those that do not have their own. Previous paddling experience required. If you are a beginner or have never paddled before, please email Ashley Martin at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org and we can discuss!


Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes, long pants, and layered sleeves to be removed. Monitor the forecast and dress for the weather, we will work through light to moderate rain. Bring a reusable water bottle, water refills will not be available. All other project supplies and equipment will be provided.


Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email. An additional email will be sent the day prior to the workday with project details and what to expect; registration after 12:00 pm will not receive the details email.


Please reach out to Ashley Martin, Trail Stewardship Program Manager, with questions at ashley@friendsoftheriverfront.org.

Details

Get Connected Icon 18 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Outdoors

Location

Get Connected Icon North Shore Riverfront Park
Pittsburgh, PA  15212