Wildwood Park

Wildwood Park

Upcoming Events

Past Events

Upcoming Events

Past Events

2025 Wellness Walks

Kids Discover: Snowflakes (Ages 10-14)

Photography Workshop for Adults

Photography Workshop for Youth (Ages 10-15)

Pressed Flower Valentines

Kids Discover: Groundhogs (Ages 5-10)

Preschool Storytime: Winter at Wildwood

Beginner Fly-Tying Course with Trout Unlimited

Intermediate Fly-Tying Course with Trout Unlimited

Winter Candle Making Class

Kids Discover: The Eyes Have It! (Ages 5-10)

Wild Recipes: Winter Foraging in your Backyard

Creating a Bird's Nest Bouquet

Volunteer Work Day Littler Clean-Up

Spring Wreath Workshop

Little Sprouts Day Camp 1

Junior Naturalist Day Camp Week 1

Little Sprouts Day Camp 2

Junior Naturalist Day Camp Week 2

Nature Explorers Day Camp Week 1

Nature Explorers Day Camp Week 2

Outdoor Week Day Camp

Nature Explorers Day Camp Week 3

Artful Christmas Evergreen Centerpiece

FULL Wild Recipes: Fall Foraging in your Backyard

2024 Wellness Walks - Park Rx

Girl Scout Cadettes: Night Owl

Wreath Workshop

Young Birders: Counting is for the Birds with AAS (Ages 8-18)

FULL Kids Discover: Turkey Talk (Ages 2-5)

National Take a Hike Day - Park Rx

FULL Natural Ornaments

Cat In The Hat Learning Series

Wildwood Park

Mailing Address

Harrisburg, PA CST

Enjoy a moderately paced volunteer-led walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park. This will be a walk on paved, gravel, and dirt surfaces. You can choose to walk only a portion, then turn aro… read more

Wednesday, January 8 2025 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM CST

Wed, Jan 8 2025 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM CST

Wednesday, January 15 2025 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM CST

Wed, Jan 15 2025 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM CST

Wednesday, January 22 2025 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM CST

Wed, Jan 22 2025 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM CST

18 More Dates Through May 28 2025 Through May 28 2025 View All

Harrisburg, PA EST

Did you know every snowflake is different? Join a Naturalist to learn all about what makes each snowflake unique, and how they are formed. Make your own snowflakes and discover the size of the largest snowflake ever found! P… read more

Saturday, January 18 2025 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EST

Sat, Jan 18 2025 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Join this introductory photography workshop and unlock the secrets of digital photography! This hands-on course delves into the essentials of Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO, empowering participants with a solid foundation. … read more

Saturday, January 25 2025 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EST

Sat, Jan 25 2025 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Jump into this exciting photography workshop and discover how to take amazing pictures with any camera—even your smart phone! In this hands-on class, you'll learn the basics like how to make your photos brighter or darker, h… read more

Saturday, January 25 2025 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EST

Sat, Jan 25 2025 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Craft your very own unique hand-made valentine for that special someone. Using pressed flowers and other items from nature, this valentine is sure to impress! Registration fee includes all materials needed. All ages welcome;… read more

Saturday, February 1 2025 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM EST

Sat, Feb 1 2025 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM EST

Saturday, February 1 2025 11:30 AM — 12:30 PM EST

Sat, Feb 1 2025 11:30 AM — 12:30 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

What did the groundhog predict this year? Why do we even look at groundhogs to predict weather? Join a Naturalist to discover more about Groundhog Day and how the amazing groundhog spends the winter. Participants will even g… read more

Sunday, February 2 2025 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM EST

Sun, Feb 2 2025 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Join a Dauphin County Library System Librarian and Wildwood Environmental Educator for a fun story session for children ages 2-5. Stories, songs, rhymes, play, and a take-home craft will introduce Wildwood critters and the j… read more

Wednesday, February 12 2025 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM EST

Wed, Feb 12 2025 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

The Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold a 6-week evening course on beginners fly-tying at the Olewine Nature Center. The class will be conducted on 6 consecutive Thursday evenings beginning on February 13 and e… read more

Thu, Feb 13 2025 6:00 PM EST — Thu, Mar 20 2025 8:00 PM EST

Thu, Feb 13 2025 6:00 PM — Thu, Mar 20 2025 8:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

The Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold a 6-week evening course on intermediate fly-tying at the Olewine Nature Center. The class will be conducted on 6 consecutive Thursday evenings beginning on February 13 an… read more

Thu, Feb 13 2025 6:00 PM EST — Thu, Mar 20 2025 8:00 PM EST

Thu, Feb 13 2025 6:00 PM — Thu, Mar 20 2025 8:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Join Moonrise Candle Co. for a Winter Candle Making class, where you will get to make a 7.5 oz soy candle in the container of your choosing. Moonrise will be offering a variety of repurposed vessels from their Finds collecti… read more

Saturday, February 15 2025 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EST

Sat, Feb 15 2025 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Did you ever wondered how bobcats see in the dark, hawks spot their prey from high in the sky or snapping turtles hunt for food underwater? It is all in the eyes! Join a Naturalist to explore the many types, colors, and size… read more

Saturday, February 15 2025 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM EST

Sat, Feb 15 2025 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Curious about edible plants and how to utilize them to create yummy winter recipes? Join Naturalists at Wildwood Park to learn how to make shagbark hickory syrup and a variety of winter teas. Samples of each edible treat wil… read more

Tuesday, February 18 2025 6:00 PM — 7:30 PM EST

Tue, Feb 18 2025 6:00 PM — 7:30 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Join Dolores McGee, owner of D. McGee Design Studio, for a workshop designed to teach you how to construct a pussy willow basket that will become the base for a distinctly different floral arrangement. Materials will be prov… read more

Sunday, February 23 2025 1:30 PM — 3:30 PM EST

Sun, Feb 23 2025 1:30 PM — 3:30 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Kick off the spring season with litter clean up along Industrial Road. Tools and work gloves will be provided. Refreshments will be available. This program is part of the Park Rx series of programs sponsored by Highmark Blue… read more

Saturday, March 8 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM EST

Sat, Mar 8 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Decorate a spring wreath out of natural materials. Everything will be supplied to make a wreath with decorations from nature, including cones, nuts and seed pods. Select from a variety of wreath bases including grape vines a… read more

Saturday, March 15 2025 8:30 AM — 10:00 AM EST

Sat, Mar 15 2025 8:30 AM — 10:00 AM EST

Saturday, March 15 2025 10:15 AM — 11:45 AM EST

Sat, Mar 15 2025 10:15 AM — 11:45 AM EST

Saturday, March 15 2025 12:00 PM — 1:30 PM EST

Sat, Mar 15 2025 12:00 PM — 1:30 PM EST

Saturday, March 15 2025 1:45 PM — 3:15 PM EST

Sat, Mar 15 2025 1:45 PM — 3:15 PM EST

Harrisburg, PA EST

Sprouts ages 4 and 5 will discover nature through hands-on activities. Spend the day exploring the outdoors through discovery and sensory walks, stories, crafts and much more. Learn about the different insects and animals th… read more

Mon, Jun 16 2025 9:00 AM EST — Wed, Jun 18 2025 12:00 PM EST

Mon, Jun 16 2025 9:00 AM — Wed, Jun 18 2025 12:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Mon, Jun 16 2025 1:00 PM EST — Wed, Jun 18 2025 4:00 PM EST

Mon, Jun 16 2025 1:00 PM — Wed, Jun 18 2025 4:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA EST

Junior Naturalists ages 9 to 11 interested in the flora and fauna of Wildwood Park will spend the week learning about species identification and natural history. Topics explored include life beneath the water, mammal skulls,… read more

Mon, Jun 23 2025 9:00 AM EST — Fri, Jun 27 2025 3:00 PM EST

Mon, Jun 23 2025 9:00 AM — Fri, Jun 27 2025 3:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA EST

Mon, Jun 30 2025 9:00 AM EST — Wed, Jul 2 2025 12:00 PM EST

Mon, Jun 30 2025 9:00 AM — Wed, Jul 2 2025 12:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Mon, Jun 30 2025 1:00 PM EST — Wed, Jul 2 2025 4:00 PM EST

Mon, Jun 30 2025 1:00 PM — Wed, Jul 2 2025 4:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA EST

Mon, Jul 7 2025 9:00 AM EST — Fri, Jul 11 2025 3:00 PM EST

Mon, Jul 7 2025 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 11 2025 3:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA EST

Explorers ages 6 to 8 will learn about animal characteristics, investigate aquatic life in Paxton Creek and experience live animals up-close. Each day we will explore a new topic including native plants/flowers, birds, repti… read more

Mon, Jul 14 2025 9:00 AM EST — Fri, Jul 18 2025 3:00 PM EST

Mon, Jul 14 2025 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 18 2025 3:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA EST

Mon, Jul 21 2025 9:00 AM EST — Fri, Jul 25 2025 3:00 PM EST

Mon, Jul 21 2025 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 25 2025 3:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA EST

Outdoor enthusiasts ages 12 to 14 will spend the week in nature exploring the natural world and learning basic wilderness survival skills. Each day will include a hike and digging deeper into a different aspect of survival. … read more

Mon, Jul 28 2025 9:00 AM EST — Fri, Aug 1 2025 3:00 PM EST

Mon, Jul 28 2025 9:00 AM — Fri, Aug 1 2025 3:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA EST

Mon, Aug 4 2025 9:00 AM EST — Fri, Aug 8 2025 3:00 PM EST

Mon, Aug 4 2025 9:00 AM — Fri, Aug 8 2025 3:00 PM EST

Sales start 01/02/2025

Harrisburg, PA

Dolores McGee, owner of D. McGee Design Studio, LLC will demonstrate and lead a workshop designed to teach you how to create a base for an evergreen centerpiece that will be a very artful and engaging piece of decor. The base can be created from things you very likely have in your garage or yard. O…

Thursday, December 19 2024 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Curious about edible plants and how to utilize them to create yummy fall recipes? Join Naturalists at Wildwood Park to learn how to cook with a variety of fall fruits and nuts. Samples of each edible treat will be provided. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.

Tuesday, November 19 2024 6:00 PM — 7:30 PM

Harrisburg, MS

NOTE: The December 11, 2024 Walk has been canceled due to rain. The next planned walk is on December 18. Enjoy a moderately-paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park. This will be a walk on paved and gravel or dirt surfaces. You can choose to walk only a por…

Wed, Jan 10 2024 1:00 PM — Wed, Dec 18 2024 2:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Night has captured human imagination since the dawn of time. Join us as day turns to night to fulfill requirements for the Cadette Night Owl badge. Scouts will explore Wildwood, discover the myths of the stars and moon and learn about adaptations of nocturnal animals. Turn out the lights, tune in y…

Saturday, December 7 2024 4:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Make an evergreen wreath out of natural materials. Everything will be supplied to make a wreath with decorations from nature, including cones, berries, nuts and seed pods. Wreath assembly will occur indoors with optional decorating to follow. Bring personal work gloves and/or decorations. Space is …

Sat, Nov 30 2024 9:00 AM — Tue, Dec 3 2024 3:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Christmas Bird Counts are the longest-running citizen science survey, helping to track bird populations and promote their conservation. Join members of the Appalachian Audubon Society’s Young Birders Club and Christmas Bird Count volunteers to learn about how and why we count as we do an unofficial…

Saturday, December 7 2024 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

It’s that time of year! Bring your littles for a morning session with a Naturalist at Wildwood Park. Learn all about Wild Turkeys and what makes these colorful birds unique. Program will include crafts and a story. Registrants must be accompanied by a chaperone for the duration of the program. A ma…

Tuesday, November 26 2024 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM

Harrisburg, PA

Grab your hiking boots, family and friends – it’s National Take a Hike Day! Get outdoors for some fresh air, scenery and exercise. Take a hike with a Naturalist or at your own pace on various terrain exploring the trails and wildlife at a local Dauphin County Park. All ages are welcome. This progra…

Sunday, November 17 2024 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Children and adults are invited to make holiday ornaments using pinecones, milkweed pods and other natural materials. Everything but creativity will be supplied to make works of art to decorate for the holidays. Pre-registration required. Space is limited. Register for one of the four timeslots. Ti…

Sun, Dec 8 2024 10:00 AM — Sun, Dec 15 2024 4:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Join an Environmental Educator for fun interactive story session for children ages 3-5. Stories, rhymes, and a craft/activity will introduce science through the eyes of the Cat In The Hat. Classes are offered during 3 consecutive Thursdays. Registrants must be accompanied by a chaperone for the dur…

Thu, Nov 7 2024 10:00 AM — Thu, Nov 21 2024 10:45 AM

December 2024