⢠Forbes State Forest is holding an intermediate backpacking trip from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. The backpacking trip includes two days of hiking and one overnight. Hikes average 6 to 10 miles per day. The program is for intermediate to advanced skill levels. Individuals must supply their own equipment, food and water. Registration is required. Email rmahony@pa.gov or call 724-259-2201.
⢠Ryerson Station State Park is offering a fall foliage hike from 1-3 p.m. Saturday. Participants will meet in the parking lot of the Maple Grove day use area near Pavilion 2 before heading on an educational hike. Email ryersonstationsp@pa.gov or call 724-428-4254.
⢠Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is holding a family fishing event from 1-5 p.m. Saturday at Pine Township Community Center. Participants of all ages are encouraged to fish at Pine Township Pond. Pre-registration is required. Email mquail@twp.pine.pa.us or call 724-625-1636.
⢠Three Rivers Birding Club is holding an outing at 8 a.m. Sunday in Pymatuning. Participants will meet at the Pymatuning Wildlife Learning Center for an all-day outing, with hopes of seeing waterfowl, bald eagles and migrant songbirds. Dress appropriately for the weather. Arrangements will be made for lunch. Email van126@comcast.net or call 412-366-1694.
⢠Venture Outdoors is offering a Mount Davis Trek from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Participants will hike 7 to 8 miles up and down Pennsylvania's highest mountain. It will be a moderately difficult hike that will include steep terrain and stream crossings. The trek is dog friendly. Program costs $12. Email info@ventureoutdoors.com or call 412-255-0564.
⢠Moraine State Park is hosting a fall foliage kayak float from 1-4 p.m. Oct. 12. Participants will meet at Upper 528 Boat Launch before joining the park naturalist for a kayak paddle that will provide a look into the changing colors of nature for the season. Participants must be 12 or older. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Kayak and gear is provided. Call 724-368-8811.
⢠Forbes State Forest is offering a campfire program at 7 p.m. Oct. 14. Participants will join a forest naturalist to learn the ins and outs of safely building and maintaining a campfire. Email rmahony@pa.gov or call 724-259-2201.
⢠Ohiopyle State Park is holding a volunteer trail day from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 15. Participants will meet with other park volunteers to clear trails and do other projects within the park. Bring appropriate clothing, lunch and water. Email bawallace@pa.gov to register.
⢠Forbes State Forest is hosting a fall foliage hike at 11 a.m. Oct. 15. Participants will meet with a forest naturalist before going on an intermediate-level hike that will highlight the sights of the autumn season. Email rmahony@pa.gov or call 724-259-2201.
