AdventureTRAC

The river is calling! 🚣‍♂️

AdventureTRAC is excited to kick off our 2026 season on the Youghiogheny River. Whether you're a first-time paddler, a seasoned kayaker, or just looking for a relaxing day floating with friends, we make it easy to get on the water where and when you want.

From quick local trips to full-day adventures, we'll help you build the perfect river experience.

📞 Reserve your trip today: 412-554-3829

Life is better on the river. 🌊☀️🚣‍♀️

This time of year, a lot of people head into the woods searching for the ever-elusive morel mushroom. But while morels get most of the attention, there are plenty of easier finds right along the trail—like garlic mustard—that can be just as tasty and just as rewarding.

The leaves of the garlic mustard plant have a garlicky, peppery flavor and work perfectly in sauces like pesto or chimichurri.

I wrote a short post about it and included two simple recipes.

Check it out here:
https://adventuretrac.org/turning-an-invasive-plant-into-dinner-garlic-mustard-on-the-trail/

Our stories shape who we become — whether we talk about them or not.
This book gives men permission to look at what they’ve been carrying.
Men's Book Club starting in February. Message me for more info.

Pain is part of life. But what we do with it changes everything.
This book is one of the most powerful reflections on that truth.
Men's Book Club begins in February. Message me for more info.

One of the hardest truths: terrible things are often done by ordinary people.
What would you do under pressure?

This book leads to some of the deepest conversations we’ll have this winter.
Beginning in February. Message me for more information.

Some forces in life don’t wait for us to be ready.
What do you do when the world changes and you’re forced to respond?

We’ll be digging into this and more in our Men’s Winter Book Club.
Starting in February. Message me for more information.

Football Is Almost Over Guys!

I'm trying to gather together enough men to do a book club this winter. Looking for guys all ages and backgrounds who are just interested in reading some great books, discussing them and relating to our own experiences.

Open to meeting virtually or in-person or a mix of both. Weekly or every other week.

Message AdventureTRAC if you are interested!

I’m starting a blog series called "Mentors Who Changed My Life" and today, I'm putting out the first chapter.
It’s about a man named Paul Mang.
A mentor. A friend. And the person who helped steer me from the darkest point of my life toward the work I do today.

If you’ve ever had someone show up for you at the exact right moment, or if you’re walking through your own season of rebuilding, this one might hit home.

Read the full story here:

https://adventuretrac.org/paul-mang-the-mentor-that-changed-my-life/

📢‎ We are excited to announce that AdventureTRAC is now on the New Form app.

You can sign up for FREE in-person outdoor adventures as well as virtual groups. New Form is a sober community app and is a great place to connect with others in your area.

Download the app and follow us to get updates about our weekly in-person and virtual offerings.

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AdventureTRAC AdventureTRAC is a recovery community that brings people together through outdoor adventures, groups, and experiences designed for growth and connection.