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Reptiles!

Kids Discover: Insects

Volunteer Work Day

Brownies: Bugs & Hiker

Girl Scouts - Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes & Seniors: Outdoor Art

Webelos: Into the Woods

Night at the Nature Center

Preschool StoryTime: Fall at Wildwood

Dr. Seuss Science Series

Kids Discover: Night Time Wonders

Juniors: Animal Habitats

Wreath Workshop

Art In The Wild Workshop

Cadettes: Night Owl

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

Juniors: Geocache

Bears: Fur, Feathers, and Ferns

Brownies: Wonderful Water

Preschool Storytime: Summer at Wildwood!

Educator Workshop: WILD on the River II

Neighborhood Center

Oakwood Baptist Day School

Fundamentals of Photography I - Boot Camp

Harrisburg Academy

Jumpstart Photography Program for Young Kids - Afternoon Session

Jumpstart Photography Program for Young Kids - Morning Session

Outdoor Week Day Camp

Volunteer Work Day

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Harrisburg, PA

ZooAmerica will provide an indoor live animal show on Pennsylvania’s native reptiles (plus an alligator).

Saturday, August 24 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Sat, Aug 24 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Bring your own white or lightly colored, prewashed t-shirt to a fun natural tie-dye event at Wildwood Park. Meet at the Olewine Pavilion for a chance to learn about natural plant-based dyes. Instruction will be provided. A... read more

Sunday, August 25 2019 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM

Sun, Aug 25 2019 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM

Sold out

Harrisburg, PA

A naturalist will lead an outdoor walk for children with lessons and activities about insects. Part of the walk will include students becoming biologists and surveying an area for wildlife. Ages 5 to 10 and their parents. ... read more

Saturday, August 31 2019 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM

Sat, Aug 31 2019 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM

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.

Saturday, September 14 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Sep 14 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Saturday, October 12 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Oct 12 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Saturday, November 9 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Nov 9 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Explore the world of bugs and discover their important roles in our environment and work on the hiker badge, as well! Scouts will take time to discuss and plan their short hike, while examining insect habitats and taking ... read more

Saturday, September 21 2019 10:00 AM — 1:30 PM

Sat, Sep 21 2019 10:00 AM — 1:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Each year Wildwood Park hosts artists who create art in the wild. Examine Art in the Wild pieces, meet an artist, take a hike for inspiration, then create your own art to help fulfill requirements for the appropriate badge... read more

Saturday, October 5 2019 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM

Sat, Oct 5 2019 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM

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Harrisburg, PA

Did you ever wonder what the woods would be like without trees? Discover the many wood products we use every day, and the important role trees play in our environment.

Saturday, October 19 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Sat, Oct 19 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Take an after-hours walk in the Olewine Nature Center where the exhibit hall critters come to life! Kids will meet these fun talking animals and visit other stations including a campfire to make s’ mores, sip apple cider, ... read more

Saturday, October 26 2019 5:30 PM — 6:00 PM

Sat, Oct 26 2019 5:30 PM — 6:00 PM

Saturday, October 26 2019 6:00 PM — 6:30 PM

Sat, Oct 26 2019 6:00 PM — 6:30 PM

Saturday, October 26 2019 6:30 PM — 7:00 PM

Sat, Oct 26 2019 6:30 PM — 7:00 PM

Saturday, October 26 2019 7:00 PM — 7:30 PM

Sat, Oct 26 2019 7:00 PM — 7:30 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, October 30 2019 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Wed, Oct 30 2019 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

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 an... read more

Wednesday, November 6 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Wed, Nov 6 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Wednesday, November 13 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Wed, Nov 13 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Wednesday, November 20 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Wed, Nov 20 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Wednesday, November 27 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Wed, Nov 27 2019 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

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-... read more

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

Sat, Nov 9 2019 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

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 improv... read more

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

Sat, Nov 16 2019 10:00 AM — 1:30 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. Participants may bring additional items and ribbon... read more

Saturday, November 30 2019 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Sat, Nov 30 2019 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Saturday, November 30 2019 10:30 AM — 12:30 PM

Sat, Nov 30 2019 10:30 AM — 12:30 PM

Saturday, November 30 2019 12:00 PM — 2:00 PM

Sat, Nov 30 2019 12:00 PM — 2:00 PM

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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 identify... read more

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

Sat, Dec 14 2019 1:30 PM — 3:00 PM

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, January 18 2020 4:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Sat, Jan 18 2020 4:00 PM — 8:00 PM

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

Sat, Feb 22 2020 4:00 PM — 8:00 PM

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

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

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

Sat, May 16 2020 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

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

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

Wednesday, August 21 2019 10:00 AM — 10:45 AM

Harrisburg, PA

Join staff from the PA Game Commission and Wildwood Park for an exciting journey down the Susquehanna River as it flows through Harrisburg. During this workshop, participants will explore the plants and animals that live in and along this beautiful river while experiencing activities from the new...

Thursday, August 8 2019 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

13 students. $5/students, minimum charge of $100 for guided programs

Wednesday, August 7 2019 10:30 AM — 1:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

19 students, $6 per student. credit card payment 8/2/2019

Fri, Aug 2 2019 10:00 AM — Sat, Aug 10 2019 2:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Beginners, ages 13-17, will learn to use a DSLR camera in this hands-on nature and wildlife photography workshop at Wildwood Park. Canon camera equipment will be loaned to each student. Space is limited. Registration opens January 3 at http://photo4kids.org.

Mon, Jul 29 2019 9:00 AM — Fri, Aug 2 2019 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Field trip on 7/25/19. Group of 32 preK-K. Paid $192.00.

Thursday, July 25 2019 10:00 AM — 12:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Does your child have an interest in photography? In this newly designed camp, students will be loaned a digital camera and explore the operation and functions of the camera, lighting, and composition. Each lesson contains an introduction to the project with photography tips tailored to the assign...

Mon, Jul 22 2019 1:00 PM — Fri, Jul 26 2019 3:30 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Does your child have an interest in photography? In this newly designed camp, students ages 7-12 will be loaned a digital camera and explore the operation and functions of the camera, lighting, and composition. Each lesson contains an introduction to a project with photography tips tailored to th...

Mon, Jul 22 2019 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 26 2019 11:30 AM

Harrisburg, PA

Get into the wild! Outdoor enthusiasts ages 12 to 14 will uncover the natural world while learning skills important to survival in the outdoors. They will build debris huts, participate in community science programs, and find out how birds communicate. Campers will dive into water by learning abo...

Mon, Jul 15 2019 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 19 2019 3:00 PM

Harrisburg, PA

Saturday, July 13 2019 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

August 2019