This weekend started with our entire group visiting the Strip District to explore some of Pittsburgh’s local businesses. One of the first things that caught my eye was the small businesses lined along the strip, promoting their products. Tents were offering a range of items, from old clothes to professionally done paintings. Talking to these individuals gave me some insight into what it’s like to run a small business, such as managing their time and exploring different ways to promote their products. After visiting the tents, we proceeded to well-established companies, which primarily included stores selling merchandise related to the city of Pittsburgh. One store that stood out to me was a retailer that sold a diverse range of modern clothing and featured a strong selection of jewelry. The only reason I did not purchase anything from this store is that we were scheduled to take a walking tour later in the day. Eventually, we took a bus across the city and went to an establishment named Federal Galley. Federal Galley is a company that leases spaces inside an expansive building to restaurants that cannot afford to open their own locations. They offer a wide variety of food, providing an exceptional opportunity for aspiring restaurant owners to establish a name for themselves in a highly competitive industry. I ordered a Hamburger from Beef Graffiti, which was one of the most unique burgers I have ever had the pleasure of eating. Following lunch, our group took an Uber to the main steps for a walking tour of the Fine View neighborhood. The Rising’s main steps were by far the largest staircase I have ever viewed in person. Once we embarked on our journey up the stairs, I started to feel my legs burn like they never have before. Reaching the top was one of the most rewarding accomplishments I have felt in a long time. Our group then made our way to an outlook to meet up with our tour guides. On the tour, we listened to an in-depth description of Pittsburgh’s history, primarily focusing on the Fine View neighborhood. Learning about the rise, fall, and resurgence of the neighborhood’s popularity was highly interesting to me, as I have always been fascinated by Pittsburgh’s history. Hearing about events I’m familiar with from a different perspective is something I always take pleasure in. My main takeaway from this tour is how we can utilize Fine View’s rebound in popularity to relate it to our final project involving Carrigart. For my group’s presentation, my primary focus is on how Carrigart can utilize ecotourism during its on-season to boost its overall economy. Fine Views’ approach to using its natural beauty to attract more people is primarily through paths that run through the neighborhood, offering jaw-dropping views of the city. After the tour concluded, we spent some time at a local arts festival nearby and listened to several up-and-coming artists. We also visited several food trucks to explore the city’s street food offerings. The rest of the day involved hanging out at the Bruce Hall quad with around half of our group. There, we played chess against each other while viewing a UFC fight. The next day, we had the opportunity to take a tour of the Nationalities Room at the Cathedral of Learning. Experiencing so many cultures in a short period was truly a memorable experience, and I look forward to having some of my classes here.