Outdoors

Everything you need to know about the Pittsburgh Underwear Bike Ride (Updated for 2022)

By Stephanie Brea | August 23, 2022

The monthly Pittsburgh Underwear Bike Ride promotes positive body image and safe cycling.

Switch and Signal Skatepark

Switch & Signal: a skatepark in Swissvale that is open to everyone

By Emma Diehl | August 22, 2022

Tucked away just steps from the busway in Swissvale, Switch and Signal Skatepark has become a welcoming haven for skateboarding. From skateboarding pros to novices, the park welcomes all walks of life to jump on a board and get rolling.

Glamping near Pittsburgh

Everything you need to know about glamping near Pittsburgh

By Carly Luitgaarden | August 3, 2022

The great outdoors with a bed and a hot shower, just 2 hours from Pittsburgh. Where to go glamping near Pittsburgh.

Presque Isle Beaches

Need a beach trip? Go for a swim at Presque Isle State Park in Erie

By Amanda Reed | July 21, 2022

Just a short 2-hour drive north of Pittsburgh, Presque Isle State Park offers beaches and relaxation in an era of social-distancing.

Uphill Battle: Training for Pittsburgh’s Dirty Dozen Bike Race

By Lindsay Patross | October 21, 2021

After three attempts, Jeremiah Sullivan completed all of the Dirty Dozen bike race hills on a Healthy Ride bike. This year he has been training to ride up all of the hills on a tandem bicycle.

Presque Isle Beaches

📩 Need a beach trip? Go for a swim at Presque Isle State Park in Erie

By Lindsay Patross | July 2, 2021

Just a short 2-hour drive north of Pittsburgh, Presque Isle State Park offers beaches and relaxation.

Timberlane Golf Course: A Legend Revived

By Eric Marshall | May 3, 2021

When making a list of things to do in New Orleans, golf isn’t an activity at the top of most lists. During the pandemic, courses all over the city have seen more players than ever. One course in particular, Timberlane Golf and Recreation, has made quite an impressive comeback.

A great place to learn to ski is just 20 min from Downtown Pittsburgh

By Daymon Long | February 23, 2021

Located in Boyce Park, this ski and snowboard area is convenient and super affordable ($32/weekend, $22/weekdays)

Escape Winter Blahs with an Outdoor Adventure at Deep Creek

By Emma Diehl | January 7, 2021

Located just two hours from Pittsburgh, Deep Creek offers a fun winter getaway. Here’s our guide on what to do, where to stay, and where to eat.

#HereWeGo The best black & gold gear you can buy from local businesses

By Carly Luitgaarden | November 20, 2020

Support the home team and shop local for Pittsburgh Steelers gear.