Month: June 2021
PARKS CONSERVANCY TO KICK OFF SUMMER AT THE SQUARE, PRESENTED BY CITIZENS
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, City of Pittsburgh, Citizens, and Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership kick off a summer of fun in Mellon Square on Wednesday, June 30, 2021! 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.…
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Look… It’s Bambi!
Whether you are simply enjoying a walk, taking your pet for their daily exercise, or cross country skiing through the hills of Frick Park, I can guarantee that you have…
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SHOP412 AND PITTSBURGH PARKS CONSERVANCY ANNOUNCE NEW COLLECTION
PITTSBURGH – JUNE 18, 2021 – The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy and Shop412 have announced a new partnership to celebrate the Parks Conservancy’s 25th anniversary. The collaboration kicks off with the…
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The Eastern Redbud
(Cercis canadensis) The Eastern Redbud is a small deciduous tree known for its display of pink flower blossoms when in bloom. Native to eastern North America, this species has a…
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Spring Blooms in Pittsburgh
As the weather begins to warm up, we have begun to see all sorts of colorful sights returning to the Pittsburgh parks. Birds are returning, bees are buzzing, and trees…
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Now that the weather is getting warmer, you might be itching to get outside to the parks. While winter is a beautiful time to be out in the parks, the…
Read MoreOutdoor Sack Backpack Hacks
Do you wish to get outdoors more? Do you want to take on hiking as your new hobby? Do you need some insight on what to bring on your next…
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Watch this Big Ol’ Oak Tree Grow its First Buds for Spring!
As the skies clear up, it is always a joy to see life spring back into Pittsburgh with all of its trees bursting into full bloom. As the seasons slide…
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Forest Succession in Frick Park
Forest succession occurs in all wooded areas, whether it is completely wild or strictly managed. Frick Park is no exception! Forest succession is the process by which a forest ecosystem rebuilds…
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Live Stakes
HI, HELLO, AND WELCOME TO THIS WEEK’S POST ON LIVE STAKES! I am sure you are wondering, “What in the world are live stakes?”, but no worries, I’ll answer that…
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