Beginners' Lesson: Kayaking On The Allegheny

Pittsburgh’s first-ever Paddlesport Weekend kicks off this Friday, so to celebrate, City Cast’s Morgan Moody and Mallory Falk are testing the waters with a first-timers kayaking lesson. They’re with Christine Iksic, owner of 3 Rivers Outdoor Company (3ROC), to learn more about how she makes the outdoors more accessible through her retail store in Regent Square and riverfront outpost in Aspinwall, and how locals can dive into the city’s waterways this weekend.

Paddlesport Weekend is hosted by 3ROC, Outkast Paddlers, and Friends of the Riverfront.

You can check out 3ROC’s other events — like paddling trips, outdoor rock climbing, and live music on the water here.

And if you’re looking for more ways to get out on the river, Christine also recommends 10.7 Marina, SurfSUP Adventures, and Kayak Pittsburgh.

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