Try something new outside this summer
The First Try Collective is a welcoming, free summer event series created for Greater Pittsburgh residents to explore the outdoors, learn new skills, and enjoy the many parks, trails, rivers, and green spaces across our region.
Whether you are coming with friends, bringing the whole family, or showing up solo to try something new, each event is designed to make outdoor recreation approachable, beginner-friendly, and fun. From mushroom identification and mountain biking to disc golf and more, the First Try Collective offers opportunities for people of different ages, interests, and ability levels to discover a new activity in a supportive environment.
Pick an event, register when required, and give an outdoor activity its First Try.
How it Works
Pick an event
Explore the First Try Collective event list and choose an activity you’d like to try.
Register or sign up
Some events may require pre-registration, so be sure to use the event links below to save your spot.
Show up and give it a First Try
Bring your friends, invite your family, and enjoy beginner-friendly instruction. Keep track of your activities with the First Try Passport and bring it to Outdoors for All Day at Allegheny Commons on Saturday, August 15 for a prize and/or raffle ticket.
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