Trail Tour in Hays Woods Park - Lichens and Air Quality

Enjoy Pittsburgh's newest city park as we explore the changing landscape through the season and discuss the exciting ecological restoration efforts shaping the park’s future. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Hays Woods like never before! Meeting Location: Agnew Rd Trailhead, Hays Woods (https://maps.app.goo.gl/1Z6rjqf2wYExFbQL9) Parking: Lot available on site, free parking (backflow along Agnew Road on the woods side, not the house side Bathrooms: Public Port-o-John available at the trailhead (EXCEPT for in winter months!) Attire: If heat exposure is likely, please wear appropriate protective layers and sunscreen. When it is cold, dress appropriately. Sturdy, close-toed shoes (especially with ankle support) allow for safe maneuvering on challenging terrain. Long pants and long sleeves offer a good first layer of protection for poison ivy and thorny shrubbery, as well as for ticks (light colors recommended) and other biting insects. No Running Water: Please bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. Safety: Please be aware that there are no formal trail markings or permanent signs in the park, so it is easy to get lost if you don't know where you are going. We will all work to stay close together when walking the trails.