Boating + Water Recreation
MORAINE SAILING CLUB:
412/731-1640, Website
Moraine State Park, Butler Co.
Volunteer organization promoting wind-powered sailing. The Community Sailing Program offers continued instruction to improve existing sailing skills; programs available for children and for adults; minimal fees. Call or visit the Web site for a full calendar of events and sailing programs including weekly sailing races.
SALTSBURG RIVER & TRAIL:
877/890-5900, Website
Saltsburg
River tours, canoe and kayak rentals and sales, team building, cycling, hiking and trails.
STEEL CITY DRAGONS:
412/377-3063, Website
1366 Old Freeport Road, O'Hara Township
Dragon boating for adults and children 10 and older. Introductory sessions are free.
Hours: T-Th, 6pm; Sat, 9am
STEEL CITY ROWING CLUB:
412/828-5565, Website
Verona
Membership and instruction open to the public. Year-round rowing instruction for all ages from members of the Romanian Olympic rowing team; competitive rowing instruction available for national competitions. Call or visit the Web site for more information regarding programs and membership.
THREE RIVERS ROWING ASSOCIATION:
412/231-8722, Website
300 Waterfront Dr., Washington’s Landing
Offers rowing, kayaking and dragon-boating programs for individuals, schools and organizations. Experienced and novice rowers and paddlers are welcome. Other location in Millvale.
Hours: M-F, 5:30am-9pm; Sat-Sun, 6am-2pm.
WARREN COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU:
814/726-1222, 800/624-7802, Website
The Allegheny River from the Kinzua Dam in Warren County to Pittsburgh in Allegheny County. The Clarion River through Allegheny National Forest and Cook Forest state parks. Suitable for paddlers of all abilities.
YOUGHIOGHENY RIVER:
724/329-8591
Canoeing and white-water rafting, 724/329-8591; Wilderness Voyageurs, 800/272-4141; Mountain Streams and Trails, 800/245-4090; Laurel Highland River Tours, 800/472-3846; White Water Adventures, 800/992-7238.
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