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  • Bald Eagle perched on a tree branch with little buds on the branches and a blue sky in the background

    Kids Discover: Bald Eagles (ages 5-10)

    Bald Eagles are beautiful, powerful birds of prey! During this program we will explore the world of bald eagles, discover their “super” powers and conduct an experiment to see why eagles can soar for hours! Join a Naturalist as we honor our Nation’s 250th birthday with a closer look at our National Bird. This program is a part of the America250 Dauphin County Celebration. Registrants must be accompanied by a chaperone for the duration of the program. A maximum of one chaperone per child is permitted. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.
  • A group of people walking on a paved trail in the woods

    Weekly Wellness Walk – Park Rx

    Every Tuesday (weather permitting), enjoy a moderately-paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park.
  • Young children playing in a classroom setting

    Little Sprouts Day Camp 1 (Ages 4-5)

    , Harrisburg
    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. REGISTRATION OPENS ON JANUARY 5, 2026
  • Group of people walking together

    Walk with a Doc – Five Senses Garden - Park Rx

    Join us for a moderately paced walk around Wildwood Park in Harrisburg. The walk led by a Jay Raman, MD, Chair, Urology, and will focus on Prostate Health.
  • A wooden table with different flower petals and leaves scattered about with all different colors represented

    Pound the Colors of Wildwood into Cloth

    Design a unique cotton pillow cover (18” x 18”) using flowers and leaves from Wildwood Park.
  • Young girl hugging a huge tree

    Our Ancient Sycamore Tree

    , Harrisburg
    Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by meeting a tree that is older than our Country. Join a Naturalist along the East Shore Trail, one of Wildwood’s less-traveled trails.

  • Try Scuba- Adventure Awaits

    Curious about Scuba Diving and want to try it out? Join Get-N-Wet Scuba and Dauphin County Parks and Recreation at the Devon Manor Pool for a hands-on introduction to the basics of scuba equipment, skills, and techniques.
  • Purple petal flower

    Flower Walk: Peak of Blooming – Park Rx

    Join volunteer Jane Earle to view fragrant water lilies, yarrow, common milkweed and two species of native roses. Meet at the North Parking Lot. Learn how some flowers were named and used by early settlers and Native Americans.
  • Middle School Children exploring the woods as part of a summer camp program

    Junior Naturalist Day Camp Week 1 (Ages 9-11)

    , Harrisburg
    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, tracks and scat, plants, insects and birds. REGISTRATION OPENS ON JANUARY 5, 2026.
  • A group of people walking on a paved trail in the woods

    Weekly Wellness Walk – Park Rx

    Every Tuesday (weather permitting), enjoy a moderately-paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park