BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mountain Watershed Association - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mtwatershed.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mountain Watershed Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T045707 CREATED:20260122T215858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T104426Z UID:34707-1774029600-1774036800@mtwatershed.com SUMMARY:No Man's Land Film Festival at Patagonia Pittsburgh DESCRIPTION:Sold out online\, but you can buy tickets at the door! \n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nMore about No Man’s Land:  \n\n\n\nFounded in 2015\, No Man’s Land Film Festival is a nonprofit arts and advocacy organization that elevates women\, trans\, and genderqueer voices in adventure\, sport\, conservation\, and film through an annual Flagship Festival and global World Tour. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to ALL ages and genders! \n\n\n\nEvent details: \n\n\n\n\nTickets $15\n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:00 pm\n\n\n\nShowtime at 6:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nPurchase refreshments\, MWA merchandise\, and a chance to win Patagonia gear! \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from this event will go to directly to Mountain Watershed Association\, supporting our advocacy work to ensure safe\, clean\, and accessible water in Southwestern PA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFilm Lineup: \n\n\n\nReindalen (14:26): In the fastest-warming place on Earth\, two friends and their canine sidekick uncover how the world’s smallest and fattest reindeer are thriving because of rising temperatures. But are they seeing a positive side-effect of climate change in the Arctic\, or witnessing the end of innocence for Svalbard reindeer? Director: Morgan Elizabeth Heim  \n\n\n\nFrom Dirt (10:38) Agnes Vianzon has built the Eastern Sierra Conservation Corp to change the lives of the marginalized communities it serves. Challenged by the rugged working conditions\, corp-members transform through a season of life\, living on the land and in community. Life is never quite the same afterwards. Director: Sam Fish  \n\n\n\nThe First Traverse (7:11) The First Traverse is a short film reimagining the first female traverse of the Presidential mountain range in winter. It stars renowned New England environmentalist\, writer\, and mountaineer\, Laura Waterman\, and recounts her epic trek—what she saw\, heard\, and felt—along those 19 miles and 8\,000 feet of New Hampshire granite and snow. Through interviews with Waterman\, now in her ’80s\, and present-day visuals recreating her traverse\, The First Traverse pays homage to Laura’s work and efforts in exploring and protecting the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Director: Chris Shane  \n\n\n\nMountain Guides: Barometers of Change (7:08) Angela Hawse is one of few women IFMGA mountain guides in the world. Over her 35 year career\, she has witnessed dramatic change in the mountains due to climate change. This is her story with the backdrop of a ski mountaineering expedition she led in Svalbard in May 2025. This project was a collaboration between Protect Our Winters\, Black Diamond Equipment and Polar Bears International. Director: Chris Shane WILDEST ADVENTURE AWARD\, 2026  \n\n\n\nIikaiksimatsa’pao’p: Grateful To Be On The Land (12:38) Iikaiksimatsa’pao’p (Grateful to Be on the Land) follows Cassie Ayoungman\, founder of Soul of Miistaki and member of the Siksika nation\, on her journey to bring the healing power of the mountains to those within her community. Breaking down barriers to climbing\, and integrating Indigenous teachings and land-based learning\, she raises questions about representation\, builds community\, and redefines what it means to be on the land. Director + Writer: Trevor Solway  \n\n\n\nIn Her Nature – All You Need Is Love…and Lemurs (22:01) Greater Bamboo lemurs\, recently thought to be extinct\, are critically endangered. One Malagasy woman is on a mission to restore lemur populations while also helping local communities thrive by focusing on one resource: bamboo.  \n\n\n\nIn the world’s wildest places\, In Her Nature follows the women at the forefront of global conservation efforts. Through the lens of an all-female film crew\, the series reveals rare wildlife behaviors and uplifting success stories that prove hope is alive in even the most threatened ecosystems. Director + Writer: Katie Schuler  \n\n\n\nMother River (6:34) A look into Devin Brown’s journey as she seeks to be the First black female on record to kayak the entire Mississippi River. Director: Jeremiah Schuster  \n\n\n\nEmbers (23:50) On July 24\, 2024\, a wildfire tore through Jasper\, Alberta\, reducing aerialist Sasha Galitzki’s home to ashes. Embers connects Sasha’s loss in the wildfire and the glacial recession she has witnessed in her creative work to highlight their common cause: climate change.  \n\n\n\nSet in the year following the fire\, Embers follows Sasha as she rebuilds her life and confronts the realities of a warming world. Speaking with wildfire and climate experts\, she seeks to understand the heartbreaking changes affecting the mountains and community she loves. Gradually returning to her aerial practice\, she performs over the ashes of her home and amidst the whirling winds of melting glaciers—inviting us on an intimate journey to find hope out of darkness.  \n\n\n\nEmbers ultimately captures a profound shift within Sasha\, who channels her grief and art into a powerful and visually impactful message of environmental advocacy. Director + Writer: Trixie Pacis\, BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY AWARD\, 2026  URL:https://mtwatershed.com/event/no-mans-land-film-festival-at-patagonia-pittsburgh/ LOCATION:Patagonia Pittsburgh\, 5509 Walnut St\, Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, 15232 CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Friendraiser,Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mtwatershed.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/nmlff-banner-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T045707 CREATED:20260209T155709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T150027Z UID:34757-1774288800-1774296000@mtwatershed.com SUMMARY:Public Meeting: Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan\, Part 2: Connellsville to McKeesport DESCRIPTION:Join the Mountain Watershed Association for a public meeting to build the Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan from Connellsville to McKeesport. \n\n\n\nThe 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 health of the Youghiogheny River. \n\n\n\nLearn how you can be involved\, and make recommendations based on your experiences. Light refreshments will be provided! \n\n\n\n(You can check out our prior River Conservation Plans here.) \n\n\n\nQuestions? Call us at 724-455-4200 or email Carla@mtwatershed.com URL:https://mtwatershed.com/event/public-meeting-youghiogheny-river-conservation-plan-part-2-connellsville-to-mckeesport/ LOCATION:Carnegie Library of McKeesport\, 1501 Library St\, Mckeesport\, Pennsylvania\, 15132 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mtwatershed.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/yough-river-park-connellsville-pa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T045707 CREATED:20260209T160133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T123200Z UID:34762-1774375200-1774382400@mtwatershed.com SUMMARY:Public Meeting: Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan\, Part 2: Connellsville to McKeesport DESCRIPTION:Join the Mountain Watershed Association for a public meeting to build the Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan from Connellsville to McKeesport. \n\n\n\nThe 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 health of the Youghiogheny River. \n\n\n\nLearn how you can be involved\, and make recommendations based on your experiences. Light refreshments will be provided! \n\n\n\n(You can check out our prior River Conservation Plans here.) \n\n\n\nQuestions? Call us at 724-455-4200 or email Carla@mtwatershed.com URL:https://mtwatershed.com/event/public-meeting-youghiogheny-river-conservation-plan-part-2-connellsville-to-mckeesport-2/ LOCATION:West Overton Museum\, 112 W Overton Rd\, Scottdale\, Pennsylvania CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mtwatershed.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/yough-river-park-connellsville-pa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T045708 CREATED:20250819T165044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T172801Z UID:34460-1775912400-1775916000@mtwatershed.com SUMMARY:Connellsville Rain Barrel Workshop DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 15 participants\, tickets are $5. \n\n\n\n***One barrel per household\, must be present for workshop for rain barrel pick-up. No refunds\, your donation aids with continuing similar community workshops in the Youghiogheny River Watershed.*** \n\n\n\nRegister here! URL:https://mtwatershed.com/event/connellsville-rain-barrel-workshop-2/ CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mtwatershed.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/rain-barrel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000 DTSTAMP:20260422T045708 CREATED:20260304T192317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T192609Z UID:34885-1777708800-1777716000@mtwatershed.com SUMMARY:Birds & Blooms Hike DESCRIPTION:Join Mountain Watershed Association in the Indian Creek Valley Gorge for a stroll on the Indian Creek Valley Trail\, where expert birders and botanists will show you the wonders of this unique ecosystem in the springtime! \n\n\n\nWe’ll walk from the Camp Christian parking lot\, past the reservoir\, and into the gorge. You’ll hear a wide variety of bird species and see plenty of native wildflowers blooming along the trail.  \n\n\n\nThe walk will be 2-3 miles long. Please dress for the weather\, wear comfortable shoes\, and bring binoculars if you have them! MWA has a limited number of binoculars and field guides to share.  \n\n\n\nNew this year! For folks interested in a quieter\, small-group birding experience\, arrive at 7:00 am to take in the morning chorus for a while before the larger group arrives. \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n7 am – 8 am – Optional quiet birding hour (a smaller session for folks who want to really exercise their listening skills!) \n\n\n\n8 am – 9 am – Beginner birding (for the bird-curious!) Learn about local and migratory birds that are fluttering around our forests in the springtime. \n\n\n\n9 am – 10 am – As the group travels into the Indian Creek Gorge\, our naturalists will point out native flowers blooming along the trail. Learn why these plants are essential to our ecosystem as a whole\, and how we can protect them by removing invasive species that crowd out native plants. URL:https://mtwatershed.com/event/birds-blooms-hike-2/ LOCATION:Indian Creek Valley Trail – Gorge Section\, Mill Run\, PA CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,ICV Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mtwatershed.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/c262ae7039e709ba24fc408009e7a2b8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T045708 CREATED:20260225T202112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T200943Z UID:34857-1782640800-1782658800@mtwatershed.com SUMMARY:Family Field Day at Laurel Hill State Park DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to Laurel Hill State Park for a FREE day of outdoor recreation and education! \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome\, and our activities are for all ages and abilities. Presented by Mountain Watershed Association\, and funded by a generous grant from PA Fish and Boat Commission. \n\n\n\n\nPaddle your hearts out with FREE boat rentals from Hazelbaker’s Canoe Rentals\n\n\n\nJoin us at the pavilion for nature themed crafts and activities\n\n\n\n\nCheck in for your free paddling pass at our registration – located at the Willis Pavilion at Laurel Hill Lake. \n\n\n\nStay all day\, or just as long as you’d like – all activities are free! \n\n\n\nImportant details: Pack a lunch\, or plan to buy some food from the snack bar by the lake. Dress for the weather\, and don’t forget your sunscreen and bug spray! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you an educator and want to host an activity table? \n\n\n\nSign up here! Lindsey\, our education coordinator\, will reach out! URL:https://mtwatershed.com/event/family-field-day-at-laurel-hill-state-park-3/ LOCATION:Laurel Hill State Park\, 1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd\, Somerset\, PA\, 15501\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mtwatershed.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-25-151140.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR