Definitely the place to go for work boots or hiking boots. Great selection. Would have given 5…read morestars except that they have a very sparse selection for women. I don't mind wearing a men's work boot, but I wear a women's size 9. For women with smaller feet, I don't know that they would find something to fit them. On a side note, they have an adorable baby/children's section of camo clothing!

I am writing this review on behalf of my boyfriend who does not have an account--…read moreHe purchased a pair of Irish Setters work boots & they fell apart within 3 weeks of having them. Therefore, we went back to the store (with a receipt) to return them & get his money back. They apparently only offer store credit on a gift card for most returns. Spends $120+ on boots & you can't get your money back when they're defective-- a load of crap if you ask me.

Wow, I was shocked to read a couple of the reviews. I have had nothing but good experiences here…read more Friendly service and good selection even during the busy holiday season. My wife even came back and made a purchase for a gift to me by herself. They treated her well and went well beyond the typical retailer service expectations to help someone not familiar with the product. I can only assume that the reviews that are not as shining have been addressed. I have only heard good reports and had good experiences myself.

Nice clean store with a wide selection of products. Employees are helpful. Prices are not horrible.read more

Still, my go-to place for firearms sales and service. Every counter man is knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. They have most things sports related. If there is something you need, and they don't have it in stock, they will order it for you. All their merchandise is reasonably priced. Check out girls are all super friendly. A special shout out going to Stephanie for being so kind.

Excellent service: Hayden in the archery shop is top notch took care of all of our needs!…read moreAlso a big thank you to Rita and Ralph for excellent customer service!! Highly recommended for all of your outdoor needs and services! Thank You!

Great place to shop for fishing gear!…read more I was surprised by the great selection of fishing gear, especially the children's fishing rods. They had several fun character-themed rods for kids ages 4 and up. We also scored an amazing deal on Gary Yamamoto Senkos--buy three, get three free! It's definitely worth checking for their sales and promotions. We couldn't find the specific spinnerbait we were looking for, but the overall selection was still good. The store was clean, well-organized, and easy to browse. I also appreciated that there was a bench where I could sit and relax while my husband happily spent time shopping. Overall, it was a great shopping experience, and we'll definitely be back!

thank you to the amazing staff at Public Lands for making our visit on July 6, 2026, such a…read morewonderful experience! From the moment we walked in, everyone was friendly, welcoming, and eager to help. Your outstanding customer service, knowledge, and positive attitudes truly made a difference. It's refreshing to visit a store where the staff genuinely cares about their customers and goes the extra mile to make everyone feel valued. Thank you for your professionalism, kindness, and dedication. We truly appreciate the exceptional service and look forward to visiting again!

The only locally owned (&woman owned) outdoor gear shop in Pittsburgh! They have gear for…read moreeverything from climbing, backpacking, camping to kayaking. They carry something for the whole family, even the dogs! Highly recommend stopping in before your next adventure or just to browse around. They have many weekly and monthly events for the community. A fire pit out front that makes a great hangout spot to eat and grab a bottle from next door. They host film fests and special annual events like a chili cook off, 5 points adventure film fest, a gear swap and so much more!

If you're resolving to get outdoors more, you should definitely plan on making a trip to 3 Rivers…read moreOutdoor Company. They sell both new and used outdoor equipment, as well as maintain a calendar of various community events that people can and should take advantage of. On their website the group talks about being particularly focused on helping Pittsburgh climbers, hikers, bikers, runners, campers, paddlers, and "outdoor adventure lovers." Obviously that last bit is pretty general, but I find the statement helpful overall since it does a great job of summarizing what kinds of gear you'll find at their shop. No matter your experience level, you're welcome here, as the staff want to help people of all experience levels explore and access different outdoor activities. In other words: this is the perfect place to browse and ask questions that can help you best prepare for your next/new adventure. In addition to operating a storefront, the 3 Rivers staff also regularly coordinate outdoor events and activities that people can sign up for. Naturally some activities are more seasonal than others (looking at you, kayaking!). Others happen year-round, including monthly night hikes in Frick Park. It's a shame this shop is currently so far out of my way, because if I was closer I'd probably stop in more often, even if only to take advantage of their community fireside hours. Still, it's great that they're here in the city at all - and it just makes my rare visits that much more delightful and special!

Friendly staff and helpful with helping me find what I wanted. No push on getting any thing just…read morewhat I came in for.

The staff here is very friendly and has been immensely helpful. They spent extra time with me to…read moreacquire some hard to get items that I was unable to get elsewhere.

Had a wonderful outting despite the intermittent showers. Note. When you make reservations it's…read morerain or shine unless the water conditions are hazardous. Staff was courteous and helpful. They ogfer instruction to first time kayakers if needed. Price to rent two sit on top kayaks, the most comfortable and stay drier, for 2 hours was about the same for renting two sit in kayaks at PA state parks so it's a great value. View of Pittsburg was amazing from the river.

We did a one-hour tandem kayak on the river through Venture Outdoors, and it was one of the best…read morehours we spent on our trip. The staff was friendly and helpful - and let us wait out a passing shower before heading out on the water. The views from the water were amazing, and being able to paddle over to see PNC Park, to get great views of all of the bridges, and to cross the river repeatedly without too much worry about oncoming boat traffic was great. Well worth the cost to get a unique view of the city while also having a unique experience along the way!

This store is located in Union Township yet they sell Shenango Wildcats and New Castle Hurricanes…read moregear. Not one Union Scotties item! Poor community support!

From the owner: Helping Customers "Get in the Game" with VALUE since 1937.read more