Schramm Farms and Orchards
Dates: Visit the website for the October
dates.
Address: 1002 Blank Road, Jeannette
Contact: schrammfarms.com, or
724.744.7320
There will be a huge selection of pumpkins
for your choosing as well as scarecrows and
other festive displays. There is something for
the whole family to enjoy, including play hay,
two corn stalk mazes, pony rides, hayrides,
a corn box and much more. There is also a
wide selection of refreshments including
fresh-cut French fries made from the farm’s
potatoes, apple cider slush, homemade
candy and caramel apples and more! Visit
the website for more information on hours
and other details.
KICK UP SOME LEAVES
Beechwood Farms Nature
Reserve
Address: 614 Dorseyville Road,
Fox Chapel
Contact: aswp.org/locations/beechwood,
or 412.963.6100
There are 5 miles of trails that wind
through several representative habitats of
southwestern Pennsylvania at this stunning
reserve. Try the .45-mile Spring Hollow
trail, which passes through a hardwood
forest, stream hollow, pond, meadow and a
treehouse for a bird’s eye view of the forest.
Visit the website for more information.
Harrison Hills Park
Address: 5200 Freeport Road,
Natrona Heights
Contact: alleghenycounty.us, or
724.295.3570
This 524-acre park has it all for fall hiking
and mountain biking! Pass by streams,
waterfalls, ponds and a birding area, and
take in views of the Allegheny River. Hike
or mountain bike on seven trails that are
great for the novice or the expert. Visit the
website for more information. Want to help
keep the trails viable for years to come? Visit
the Friends of Harrison Hills Park website at
friendsofharrisonhills.org.
Hartwood Acres
Address: Hartwood Acres Park,
200 Hartwood Acres, Allison Park
Contact: county.allegheny.pa.us/parks, or
412.767.9200
The estate at Hartwood Acres is
approximately 629 acres and has numerous
trails that are perfect for fall hiking and
mountain biking adventures. While you’re
onsite, get inspired by the fall scenery,
including the stately 1920s Tudor mansion
and buildings and many park sculptures.
Visit the website for more information.
MORE OUTDOOR FUN
Halloween 5K/10K Trail Run at
Harrison Hills Park
Date: Oct. 28
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Address: Yakaon Pavilion, 5200 Freeport
Road, Natrona Heights
Contact: friendsofharrisonhills.org
Get out for a run/walk on a great trail,
with gorgeous views, for a worthwhile cause!
Fun for the entire family, with costume
contests, carved pumpkin contests, fitness
competition, nature activity booths by park
rangers, bug petting zoo and terrific food.
Not to be missed! Walkers/hikers will not be
timed. Supporters welcome and Halloween
costumes encouraged! Proceeds benefit
park projects. Visit the website for more
information.
Lake Arthur Fall Foliage Cruises
Dates: Saturdays and Sundays through
October. Check the website for exact dates
and times. Reservations advised.
Address: Moraine State Park, 118 North
Shore Drive, Portersville
Contact: morainepreservationfund.org/
category/nautical_nature, or
724.368.9185
Get inspired by the beauty of fall foliage
reflected on the water by participating in a
cruise that includes a 1.5-hour fully narrated
tour of Lake Arthur. The Captains and First
Mates talk about park history and fascinating
points of interest, and answer questions.
Weekend cruise tickets can be ordered
online or by calling. Visit the website for
more information.
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[email protected]
307 FREEPORT RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
Call 412-487-8700 today for
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ZooZilla 5K Run/Walk
Date: Nov. 4
Address: Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium,
One Wild Place, Pittsburgh
Contact: pittsburghzoo.org
Run wild at the annual ZooZilla 5K Run/
Walk! Raise money for the animals while
challenging yourself at this race that is
perfect for all fitness levels. Visit the website
for more information. ■
Didn’t see your favorite fall festival
or activity listed? No worries! Let us
include it in next year’s listings! Email
[email protected] to submit the
information.
Scott M. Berardini-Owner
3419 Harts Run Road
Glenshaw, PA 15116
www.foxchapelservice.com
412-406-7736
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