Best bait store around love getting my live bait here! Can't wait til next fishing season in the…read morespring to comeback for more! Everyone is always nice and can help you if you have a question! Quick transactions to get you on the lake or the river ASAP. Will recommend to all my friends who fish!

Interesting selection of fishing lures. Nice store , competitive prices.read more

Very friendly and helpful they treat you like a person not like the big chain stores . Nice little…read morefamily own business. They get 5 out of 5 in my book I will keep going there as long as they stay open

The only locally owned (&woman owned) outdoor gear shop in Pittsburgh! They have gear for…read moreeverything from climbing, backpacking, camping to kayaking. They carry something for the whole family, even the dogs! Highly recommend stopping in before your next adventure or just to browse around. They have many weekly and monthly events for the community. A fire pit out front that makes a great hangout spot to eat and grab a bottle from next door. They host film fests and special annual events like a chili cook off, 5 points adventure film fest, a gear swap and so much more!

If you're resolving to get outdoors more, you should definitely plan on making a trip to 3 Rivers…read moreOutdoor Company. They sell both new and used outdoor equipment, as well as maintain a calendar of various community events that people can and should take advantage of. On their website the group talks about being particularly focused on helping Pittsburgh climbers, hikers, bikers, runners, campers, paddlers, and "outdoor adventure lovers." Obviously that last bit is pretty general, but I find the statement helpful overall since it does a great job of summarizing what kinds of gear you'll find at their shop. No matter your experience level, you're welcome here, as the staff want to help people of all experience levels explore and access different outdoor activities. In other words: this is the perfect place to browse and ask questions that can help you best prepare for your next/new adventure. In addition to operating a storefront, the 3 Rivers staff also regularly coordinate outdoor events and activities that people can sign up for. Naturally some activities are more seasonal than others (looking at you, kayaking!). Others happen year-round, including monthly night hikes in Frick Park. It's a shame this shop is currently so far out of my way, because if I was closer I'd probably stop in more often, even if only to take advantage of their community fireside hours. Still, it's great that they're here in the city at all - and it just makes my rare visits that much more delightful and special!

Fun night on the water! Finding the Venture Outdoor downtown boat launch was easy with their…read moredirections (below the Convention Center). Note: there is no restroom on site. Our guides Matt and Sophie were wonderful. They reviewed the mechanics of kayaking including posture of straight torso with loss hips. They gave a safety briefing and made sure our life jackets were properly secured. And then we hit the water in time to enjoy the sunset. Their rental equipment (kayak boats, paddles, and life jackets) is in great condition. And for the night paddle, the kayaks were outfitted with glow stick lights (in addition to the required standard boat green/red lights). There was other River traffic but there was only one wake encountered during the whole two hours. I'm a beginner level kayaker and it was an easy paddle for just the right duration. Tip: if there are two of you together, I advise getting your own kayak so see more of each other and don't have to coordinate your strokes). There was a Pirates baseball game that night and it was cool to hear the roar of the crowd. The route that night also included The Point waterfall and the Science Center submarine. The only thing that could have made this outing better is if the Pirates had won and we could have watched the celebration fireworks from the water.

Review 200! Yeah! I was reserving this milestone review for somewhere special. I recently had a…read morepretty rocking birthday weekend full of wonderful places to fill this slot but I had to go with one that truly embodies my physical lifestyle, so naturally I had to choose Kayak Pittsburgh. Being a newbie I wasn't sure what to expect, other than I was pretty sure it was going to be awesome. The prices to rent are very affordable and definitely worth the experience. We didn't spend as much time on the river as we would have liked to, do to some upcoming reservations later in the day, but now that I have gotten a taste of it I am dead set on going back as much as I can. We started by heading up the river, but there are much more scenic views down river. Cruising down past the stadiums than over to the point to get a victorious picture of me hoisting my oar in front of the fountain. Such a wonderful way to see the city. Since we were on a tight schedule there wasn't much time for relaxing so it was basically nonstop paddling. This is a serious upper body workout. Heading back up the river was challenging at times, but still so much fun and a great workout! Can't wait to go back.

Awesome fly shop. Tons of equipment and selection. The best part is the staff. They know their…read morestuff and are extremely friendly. I highly recommend this shop.

Best fly shop I've ever visited. Loaded with all the leading brand name equipment and a very…read morefriendly, knowledgeable staff. They encourage you to test cast and compare the latest fly rods in the industry. The guys will give you a friendly casting lesson while you at it. Also, they offer a variety of destination travel to fit any fly fisherman's/fly fisherwomen's desires. Anglers of all skill levels, owe it to yourself to stop by and say hi.

Shocking ! You won't believe yinz's are in Verona! 10.7 Marina has wonderful brick oven pizza,…read moregood beer and hard seltzer from local craft breweries and a killer view of the marina off of the Alleghney River ext to Oakmont. They also offer some amazing and talented live music and DJ's on the weekends and special nights! Check this relatively new beautiful bar out! You will think you were in Verona, Italy!!!* *well Verona, Italy with a black and yellow color fetish and Pittsburgh accent!

On a scale of documentaries to romance novels, 10.7 Marina is a delightful nonfiction moment…read more If you're not from the area, it can feel like you're in the middle of nowhere as you try to find the spot. But it's the perfect location to gather with a group of friends who want to come and go, open-house style. Pizza, drinks, and alcohol are offered via food truck. The space is scenic with a view of the water, and it's cozy as well with couches, chairs, and picnic tables. During cooler temps, firepits are an option. A parking lot is available, but parking can be found on side streets too.

Had a wonderful outting despite the intermittent showers. Note. When you make reservations it's…read morerain or shine unless the water conditions are hazardous. Staff was courteous and helpful. They ogfer instruction to first time kayakers if needed. Price to rent two sit on top kayaks, the most comfortable and stay drier, for 2 hours was about the same for renting two sit in kayaks at PA state parks so it's a great value. View of Pittsburg was amazing from the river.

We did a one-hour tandem kayak on the river through Venture Outdoors, and it was one of the best…read morehours we spent on our trip. The staff was friendly and helpful - and let us wait out a passing shower before heading out on the water. The views from the water were amazing, and being able to paddle over to see PNC Park, to get great views of all of the bridges, and to cross the river repeatedly without too much worry about oncoming boat traffic was great. Well worth the cost to get a unique view of the city while also having a unique experience along the way!

Organized in 1904, the Sylvan Canoe Club is a private club dedicated to "encouraging, fostering and…read morepromoting interest in canoeing, boating and other aquatic and athletic sports, and to provide social enjoyment among its members." Apparently there's a long waiting list to join this venerable social club, but it's a great place to store a canoe or kayak, to host an event, or to meet with friends for a beer. It's just a 10 minute canoe ride to the beautiful Sycamore Island, a green space held by the Allegheny Land Trust.