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Winter Lecture Series: Spotlight on PA State Species: White-tailed Deer- Our State Mammal

Kids Discover: Owls

Winter Lecture Series: Spotlight on PA State Species: Ruffed Grouse- Our State Bird

Fly-tying Classes with Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited

Great Backyard Bird Count

Preschool Storytime: Winter at Wildwood!

Cadettes: Night Owl

Winter Lecture Series: Spotlight on PA State Species: Eastern Hellbender- Our State Amphibian

Dr. Seuss Spring Science Series

Boy and Girl Scout - Juniors, Webelos and Higher: Leave No Trace

Spring Wreath Workshop

Volunteer Work Day

Fundamentals of Photography I (March 21 & 28)

Juniors: Geocache

Preschool Storytime: Spring at Wildwood

Bears: Fur, Feathers, and Ferns

Kids Discover: Flowers & Pollinators

Clean Up Your Earth Day

Volunteer Work Day

Sign Design Workshop

Kids Discover: Butterflies & Moths

Brownies: Wonderful Water

WILD About Pollinators Educator Workshop

Nature Explorers

Junior Naturalist Day Camp I

Junior Naturalist Day Camp II

JumpStart Photography for Kids (ages 7-12)

Outdoor Week Day Camp

Photo Boot Camp: Fundamentals of Photography (ages 13-17)

Winter Lecture Series: Spotlight on PA State Species: Eastern Hemlock- Our State Tree

Kids Discover: Animal Adaptations

Art In The Wild Workshop

Project Feeder Watch

Wreath Workshop

Dr. Seuss Science Series

Juniors: Animal Habitats

CANCELED Kids Discover: Night Time Wonders

Volunteer Work Day

Preschool StoryTime: Fall at Wildwood

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Harrisburg, PA

White-tailed Deer, designated as Pennsylvania’s state animal in 1959, have been thriving in our forests for years. However, their populations have recently been threatened by Chronic Wasting Disease which is slowly spreadi... read more

Tuesday, January 28 2020 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Tue, Jan 28 2020 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Explore what makes owls unique. Discover how owls can hunt at night and learn identification of different species of owls by listening to their unique night time calls. Become a lab scientist and dissect an owl pellet to l... read more

Saturday, February 8 2020 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Sat, Feb 8 2020 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

The Ruffed Grouse was designated as Pennsylvania’s official state bird in 1931. As populous as grouse once were, their species is currently declining in Pennsylvania. Habitat loss and disease are believed to be causing thi... read more

Tuesday, February 11 2020 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Tue, Feb 11 2020 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

The Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold a 7-week evening course on introductory fly-tying at the Olewine Nature Center for beginners. The class will be conducted on 7 consecutive Thursday evenings beginning o... read more

Thursday, February 13 2020 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Thu, Feb 13 2020 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

The Great Backyard Bird Count is a citizen science program of Cornell University’s Lab of Ornithology that relies on people to provide a “snapshot” of bird populations in February. Birders from Appalachian Audubon Society ... read more

Saturday, February 15 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Feb 15 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

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... read more

Wednesday, February 19 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wed, Feb 19 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Harrisburg, PA

Night has captured human imagination since the dawn of time. As day turns to night, scouts will explore Wildwood, discover the myths surrounding stars, and learn about nocturnal animals. Turn out the lights, tune in your s... read more

Saturday, February 22 2020 4:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Sat, Feb 22 2020 4:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Sold out

Harrisburg, PA

The Eastern Hellbender became Pennsylvania’s state amphibian in 2019. Members of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s student leadership council and Lycoming College’s Clean Water Institute worked with state legislatures to pas... read more

Tuesday, February 25 2020 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Tue, Feb 25 2020 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Stories, rhymes, and a take-home craft/activity will introduce science through the eyes of Dr. Seuss and the joy of books and language to youngsters. For children ages 3-5. Register for one class or all of them!

Wednesday, February 26 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wed, Feb 26 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wednesday, March 4 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wed, Mar 4 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wednesday, March 11 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wed, Mar 11 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wednesday, March 18 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wed, Mar 18 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Harrisburg, PA

Leave No Trace is a program designed for students to learn important outdoor skills and wilderness etiquette. Scouts will be able to properly identify trail markers, discuss several ways to minimize their impact on the env... read more

Saturday, March 7 2020 10:30 AM — 2:00 PM

Sat, Mar 7 2020 10:30 AM — 2:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

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

Saturday, March 14 2020 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Sat, Mar 14 2020 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Saturday, March 14 2020 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

Sat, Mar 14 2020 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Take this opportunity to work outside and help Wildwood’s continued park and habitat enhancement projects. Tools and work gloves provided. Assume the work day is cancelled if it is raining. Registration is required for gro... read more

Saturday, March 14 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Mar 14 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

In this two-day hands-on workshop, Charlie Smith of Canon Professional Services will get you up and running fast with the skills you need to get the most from your camera. He'll take you out of "automatic," but won't overl... read more

Saturday, March 21 2020 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM

Sat, Mar 21 2020 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Discover the excitement of geocaching. During this program, scouts will learn how to use a GPS and explore the basics and etiquette of geocaching. Scouts will then take a geocache adventure through Wildwood. To complete th... read more

Saturday, March 21 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Mar 21 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sold out

Saturday, May 16 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, May 16 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sold out

Harrisburg, PA

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 ... read more

Wednesday, March 25 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wed, Mar 25 2020 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Harrisburg, PA

Why are some animals endangered or extinct? In this adventure scouts will examine the fascinating world of plants and animals and take a hike to search for signs of the fur, feathers, and ferns at Wildwood Park! Ideas for... read more

Saturday, March 28 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Mar 28 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Flowers bloom at all times of the year, even when there is still snow on the ground! Join a naturalist and learn how flowers are essential, how skunk cabbage melts snow, and other amazing pollinator facts. At the end of th... read more

Saturday, April 4 2020 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Sat, Apr 4 2020 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Take this opportunity to work outside and help Wildwood’s continued park and habitat enhancement projects. Tools and work gloves provided. Registration is required for groups of six or more. Assume the work day is cancelle... read more

Saturday, April 11 2020 1:00 PM — 3:30 PM

Sat, Apr 11 2020 1:00 PM — 3:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Saturday, May 9 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, May 9 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Design a decorative wooden sign. Everything needed for each participant to create their own nature-themed sign will be provided. Select from two different style boards. This do-it-yourself project is great for a girl’s aft... read more

Saturday, May 9 2020 11:00 AM — 12:30 PM

Sat, May 9 2020 11:00 AM — 12:30 PM

Saturday, May 9 2020 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Sat, May 9 2020 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

What is the difference between a butterfly and a moth? Where do they go in the winter? Learn the answers to these questions plus much more while exploring the life cycle, anatomy and different species of butterflies and mo... read more

Saturday, May 30 2020 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Sat, May 30 2020 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Imagine being a drop of water travelling from clouds to creek to animals to stream and to ocean! During this one-day program scouts will explore the water-cycle through hands-on activities and take a short hike to follow a... read more

Saturday, June 6 2020 10:00 AM — 1:30 PM

Sat, Jun 6 2020 10:00 AM — 1:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Pollinating insects are vital to our survival! Join educators from the PA Game Commission, DCNR State Parks and Wildwood Park for a fun, interactive and educational workshop on pollinators. Discover the many species of po... read more

Thursday, June 18 2020 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM

Thu, Jun 18 2020 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Children ages 6 to 8 will learn about animal adaptations, use binoculars on nature walks, explore a creek, and enjoy live animal demonstrations. Each day we will explore a new trail, get to know our local plants and animal... read more

Mon, Jun 22 2020 9:00 AM — Fri, Jun 26 2020 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Campers ages 9 to 11 will learn a variety of naturalist and outdoor skills. They will use those skills to explore different habitats while hiking, using binoculars, and canoeing on Wildwood Lake. Learn what it means to be ... read more

Mon, Jul 6 2020 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 10 2020 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Mon, Jul 13 2020 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 17 2020 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Students will be loaned a digital camera to explore the operation and functions of the camera, lighting, and composition. Lead by a Canon professional, this mostly indoor class will provide a great base for jumping into pr... read more

Mon, Jul 20 2020 10:00 AM — Fri, Jul 24 2020 12:00 PM

Mon, Jul 20 2020 1:00 PM — Fri, Jul 24 2020 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

If you like to get outside, this is the camp for you! Outdoor enthusiasts ages 12 to 14 will discover the natural world while learning skills like shelter building, fishing, and wild edibles. Learn the importance of teamwo... read more

Mon, Jul 27 2020 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 31 2020 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

If your teen is interested in learning the basics of photography and is between the ages of 13-17, this camp may be for them. This is a mostly indoor lecture-based, instructional and educational program where students will... read more

Mon, Aug 3 2020 10:00 AM — Fri, Aug 7 2020 2:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

The Eastern Hemlock was designated as Pennsylvania’s official state tree in 1931. Hemlock trees are important to our environment and provide shelter for many shrubs, birds, and our native brook trout. However, our state tree is currently under attack by an invasive insect, the hemlock woolly adel...

Tuesday, January 14 2020 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Do different birds have different types of feathers? What can you learn from examining an animal’s fur, teeth or feet? Answer these questions and more as we look at pelts, skulls, feathers, and other animal artifacts to learn how animals are uniquely adapted to habitats. Space is limited.

Saturday, January 11 2020 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

To assist Art In The Wild installation proposals, an informal workshop will be held to review the do’s and don’ts of construction/design. This workshop is intended to help participants assemble better proposals by identifying potential problems (such as weak materials) that could jeopardize a pro...

Saturday, December 14 2019 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Stop by the Nature Center, enjoy a warm beverage, and help count the birds. Join a naturalist and help observe, monitor and record the number of bird species that visit feeders throughout the winter months. Project FeederWatch is an ongoing research project sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornitho...

Saturday, December 7 2019 10:00 AM — 12:00 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. Participants may bring additional items and ribbon. After constructing a wreath, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while adding so...

Sat, Nov 30 2019 9:00 AM — Sun, Dec 1 2019 2:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Join an Environmental Educator for fun interactive Dr. Seuss story session for children ages 3-5. Stories, rhymes, and a take-home craft/activity will introduce science through the eyes of Dr. Seuss and the joy of books and language to youngsters. Register for one class or all of them!

Wed, Nov 6 2019 10:00 AM — Wed, Nov 27 2019 11:00 AM

Harrisburg, PA

During this program, scouts will discover the diverse wildlife of Wildwood Park while exploring their habitats. Scouts will also examine endangered habitats and brainstorm ways to conserve them. A craft and tips for improving habitat in their own backyards will be included. Please bring a drink, ...

Saturday, November 16 2019 10:00 AM — 1:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Soak up the spirit of the night with a guided walk. Daylight savings time has just begun, so the sun will seem to set early. Begin at the Olewine Pavilion by the nature center with a short program to discover unique night-time experiments and games. All ages are welcome to attend this flat, easy ...

Saturday, November 9 2019 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Take this opportunity to work outside and help Wildwood’s continued park and habitat enhancement projects. Tools and work gloves provided. Register your group of six or more. Assume the work day is canceled if it is raining.

Sat, Aug 10 2019 10:00 AM — Sat, Nov 9 2019 1:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Wednesday, October 30 2019 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

February 2020