Highland Park The Highland Park Neighborhood of Pittsburgh

Let's take a walk in the park! Once again the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is sponsoring walks in the four major Pittsburgh Parks. Each walk is led by volunteer docents who can tell you about what's going on in the park, park history, and can talk about the many different types of plants you'll see in the parks. The walks in Highland Park are scheduled for June 6 and August 1.  (There is no walk in Highland Park in July due to the Independence Day holiday.) We meet at the restored fountain and gardens at the North Highland Avenue entrance to the park at Bunkerhill Street. Please arrive promptly so we can begin the walk at 6:30 pm as scheduled. The walks are open to everyone but please keep in mind that paths in the woods can be uneven and/or muddy. The exact path we take depends on who shows up for the walk. I don't suggest bringing a stroller for these walks but you might be able to bring your child in something like a Baby Bjorn. If leading walks like this interests you, please let us know because docent opportunities are available. The schedule for the other parks is as follows:

• Frick: June 13, July 11, & August 8
• Riverview: June 20, July 18, August 18
• Schenley: June 27, July 25, & August 22.

We are planning special Sunday Walks in the Woods in September with a focus on park and area history. For more information, call Amy Gelzheiser, Special Events Coordinator, at 412-682-7275 x209.