Upcoming Events

Come have some fun with us on the river or in the community! We lead educational and recreational events all year long as we work to defend the Yough.

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No Man’s Land Film Festival at Patagonia Pittsburgh

March 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Patagonia Pittsburgh

Sold out online, but you can buy tickets at the door! Join Mountain Watershed Association and Patagonia Pittsburgh for a screening of No Man’s Land Film Festival! The evening will include a selection of films that highlight inspiring female adventurers, with a focus on water sports and conservation. More about No Man’s Land:  Founded in 2015, No Man’s…

Public Meeting: Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan, Part 2: Connellsville to McKeesport

March 23 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Carnegie Library of McKeesport

Join the Mountain Watershed Association for a public meeting to build the Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan from Connellsville to McKeesport. The goal is to develop recommendations and projects for improving the watershed and its communities! The plan is community-driven with a local steering committee, public meetings, public surveys and more! Come with your ideas for outdoor recreation, safety, and the…

Public Meeting: Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan, Part 2: Connellsville to McKeesport

March 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
West Overton Museum

Join the Mountain Watershed Association for a public meeting to build the Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan from Connellsville to McKeesport. The goal is to develop recommendations and projects for improving the watershed and its communities! The plan is community-driven with a local steering committee, public meetings, public surveys and more! Come with your ideas for outdoor recreation, safety, and the…

Women’s+ Fly Fishing Clinic – March 28 Full!

March 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

March 28 is full! Reach out to Lindsey@mtwatershed.com to get on our waitlist! You’ll have first dibs to register for next year’s event. A safe space to learn. In partnership with Silver Hen Fly Co., learn the basics of fly-fishing in a fun, inclusive environment. Guided by experts in the field, you’ll have plenty of time…

Women’s+ Fly Fishing Clinic

March 29 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

In partnership with Silver Hen Fly Co., learn the basics of fly-fishing in a fun, inclusive environment. Guided by experts in the field, you’ll have plenty of time to practice and absorb the essentials of this beautiful outdoor sport. We are welcoming women and non-binary folks to join us for this day of learning. Register Here!…

Fly Tying Basics at 3 Rivers Outdoor Co

April 2 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
$5

Join us for a fun, laid-back fly-tying session where you’ll learn to tie a few flies and pick up tips from our enthusiastic instructors. Whether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, it’s a great chance to learn.  All materials for the flies being taught are provided—just show up ready to have a…

Spring Roadside Cleanup

April 3 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join us for a community clean-up adventure along beautiful Indian Creek Valley Road! We’ll be sprucing up about 2 miles of roadside — from Melcroft Market to Champion — and we’d love your help. 📍 Meet us at the MWA Office 1414 Indian Creek Valley Road, Melcroft, PA 15462 Bring your energy, a few friends,…

Jeni’s Ice Cream Social

April 9 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Jeni’s Southside Works

Save the date! We’re hosting an ice cream social fundraiser at Jeni’s Ice Creams at 447 Cinema Drive in the Southside Works on April 9 from 4 pm – 7 pm. 25% of all sales during this time are donated back to Mountain Watershed Association! Come enjoy scoops of your favorite flavors while supporting MWA!

Connellsville Rain Barrel Workshop

April 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join Mountain Watershed’s naturalist, Lindsey, at Yough River Brewing Company for a workshop about stormwater management. Leave with your very own 50-gallon rain barrel. Please note, these barrels are large, please plan ahead for transport. Registration is limited to 15 participants, tickets are $5. ***One barrel per household, must be present for workshop for rain…

Swimmable Waters Volunteer Training

April 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Mountain Watershed Office

We’re looking for volunteers to help us with water sampling from May – September. This volunteer training day will help you learn the ropes, or refresh your memory! We will go over why the program exists, how to take a water sample, sterile technique, the sampling routes, and more! What is the Swimmable Waters program?…