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Trail Closure Maps | posted 1.21.10
We've added some new maps to the website showing you which trails are closed right now in Schenley Park, as well as which ones will close in the other parks during our restoration project. Click here to see the maps. You can also follow the project's progress on our blog.
Winter Gathering this Saturday | posted 1.10.10
The Urban EcoSteward winter gathering is this Saturday, January 23 at 2:00pm at the Schenley Park Cafe and Visitor Center! Whether you're a current EcoSteward or not, this is a great opportunity to learn about what the program accomplishes in the parks. To register, click here.
EcoSteward Trainings | posted 1.5.10
The 2010 training schedule for Urban EcoStewards has been announced! Wildflower walks, tree ID, and crew leader training are just a few of the things you'll find in this year's calendar. And remember--you don't need to be an Urban EcoSteward to attend, you just need to be interested in what's going on in your parks! To view the complete schedule, click here. You can also now register for the trainings using our online form.
Interested in brushing up on your native plant knowledge before this year's trainings? Check out Kathy McGregor's list of great books about native plants.
Schenley Park Trail Closures | Posted 12.8.09
You may have noticed the orange signs in Schenley Park cautioning you that some of the trails are closed. This is because work has officially started on the Parks Conservancy's trail restoration project! To learn more about the project and how long the trails will be closed, click here.
Frick Park Site Survey RFP | Posted 12.7.09
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is seeking proposals from firms to conduct site survey work to support the design of a new Environmental Center at Frick Park. Interested firms will be asked to complete survey and mapping of cultural and natural features of the Environmental Center area. Click here to download the Request for Proposal.
Winter Tree ID Training | posted 12.3.09
Most of the leaves are gone, but you can still tell a maple from an oak! If you're not sure how, join us at our Urban EcoSteward Winter Tree ID training this Saturday in Frick Park. From 10:00am - noon, we'll give you the tools you need to identify trees using bark, buds, and other clues. Click here for more information.
Photo Contest Winners | posted 11.30.09
We're happy to announce the winners of our first-ever Parks Are Free photo contest! The ten winning photos will be displayed at the Schenley Park Café and Visitor Center throughout the month of December. To view the photos, click here.
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