PITTSBURGH HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Walk and Learn: Healthy Aging on Lower Frick Park Trails — A Two‑Hour, 55+ Guided Stroll
An easy 1–2 mile, two‑hour walk led by expert Anna that pairs light exercise with a monthly lesson on stress and exercise for participants 55 and older.
Walk and Learn: Healthy Aging on Lower Frick Park Trails — A Two‑Hour, 55+ Guided Stroll.
Set in the wooded folds of Lower Frick Park, this gentle, guided walk returns as a monthly Walk and Learn series with expert Anna. Designed for older adults seeking manageable outdoor activity, the outing blends a short 1–2 mile route of sun and shaded stretches with a focused lesson—this session emphasizes the links between stress and exercise—offering movement and practical information in a supported group setting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Monthly Focus: Stress and Exercise
Each month Anna leads the group through a focused topic; this session centers on how exercise intersects with stress management, delivered during the walk so learning and movement happen together.
Easy 1–2 Mile Walk Through Sun and Shade
The route covers one to two miles, moving through a mix of sunlit stretches and shaded trails in Lower Frick Park at an easy, relaxed pace—activity level rated 1–2.
Designed for Healthy Aging and Connection
Structured for participants 55 and older, the walk is intended to increase activity, foster connection with nature, and support well‑being in a comfortable, supportive environment.
What the day feels like
What the two‑hour session feels like
The outing unfolds as a short, guided loop: meet at the park lot, move at an easy pace along sun‑dappled and shaded paths for one to two miles while Anna integrates teaching about stress and exercise, and finish within the two‑hour window—an approachable blend of talk, movement, and time outdoors.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this walk suits — and when to check with the organizers.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Comfortable walking shoes and a water bottle are specifically recommended for the short, easy hike.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Who is the walk intended for?
The walk is designed for participants 55 and older.
How long is the walk and how much time should I plan for?
Plan for a two‑hour session that covers about one to two miles at an easy, relaxed pace.
Where and when do we meet?
Meet at the Lower Frick Park Parking Lot near the soccer field (access off Hutchinson Street); coordinates are 40.43007251328078, -79.9006063509189.
How often does the series run?
This Walk and Learn series continues on the third Thursday of each month through late fall.
What should I bring and wear?
Bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes.
What if cost or accessibility is a concern?
If cost is a barrier or you have accessibility or other concerns, contact Mel Fetsko at [email protected] (fastest response) or call 412‑255‑0564 ext. 247 for assistance.
Who operates the walk and who leads it?
The program is run by Venture Outdoors / Kayak Pittsburgh and this series is led by expert Anna.