Events
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Wellness Wednesday Walks
, HarrisburgEnjoy a moderately-paced 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 around at any point if you would like to customize the length of your walk to your individual fitness goals. -
Kids Discover: Birds and Their Eggs (Ages 5-10)
, HarrisburgJoin a Naturalist for this hands-on program to get a close-up view of the parts of the egg; investigate how eggs form and get their color; and explore why eggs are different shapes and sizes A short hike to investigate places birds build nests to lay their eggs will follow. -
Kids Discover: Salamanders (Ages 8-12)
, HarrisburgLearn all about secretive salamanders and what makes them unique. Go for a short hike to search for them and see if you can catch one- they are slimy and fast. You may get wet and muddy, so dress accordingly. Make your own salamander craft to take home. -
Pain-Free Living: Hip & Lower Back Mobility Workshop
, HarrisburgInterested in learning how to handle back and hip pain so you can stay active? Did you know that lower back pain is the leading cause of disability globally? That number is expected to rise with population expansion and aging. A free Park Rx wellness program sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. Program provided by Dr. Brett Morrison of Madden & Gilbert Physical Therapy. -
Penn State Extension Veggie Series: Veggie Gardening Basics
, HarrisburgJoin Penn State Master Gardeners Jann Shanaman and Mary Barkal for an overview of vegetable gardening. The presentation will include what to grow when to grow, seeds versus transplants, soil prep, watering, fertilization, harvesting, and how to deal with common pests and diseases. This will be a great starter course to help you grow some of your own food. -
Penn State Extension Home Gardening Series: Testing Your Soil in 2024
, HarrisburgJoin Penn State Master Gardener Kevin Kelly for an in-depth presentation about soils and soil testing. He will teach how to obtain a proper soil test, submit the test correctly, and, most importantly, interpret the results. Fertilizer run-off is polluting over waterways. You will gain the knowledge needed to make good decisions for your plants and the environment. -
Art In The Wild 2024: Nature Heals
, HarrisburgVisit naturally inspired trailside creations along Wildwood Park’s wandering trails and wetlands. Using mostly natural materials, artists have constructed large and small installations. This year’s theme is “Nature Heals.” A map-brochure about the exhibit is available online, at the kiosks or inside the Nature Center. Art In the Wild is Presented by the Mooney family foundation. -
Art In The Wild 2024: Meet the Artists
, HarrisburgArt In The Wild artists are busy finishing up final touches to trailside art installations. Take a self-guided three-mile trail walk to meet the artists and observe the inner workings to creating outdoor art. -
Friends of Wildwood Redbud Tree Sale
, HarrisburgSpring is a great time to do improve your backyard landscape, and the Friends of Wildwood have just the thing for you! Stop by the Nature Center from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm and purchase an Eastern Redbud Tree Seedling. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Wildwood. Sales are cash or check only, so please plan accordingly. See you there! More information online at explorewildwoodpark.org. -
Penn State Extension Veggie Series: Veggie Gardening in Small Spaces
, HarrisburgJoin Penn State Master Gardener Sharon Sowers in learning to grow vegetables with space considerations. Learn techniques to grow plants in small spaces such as balconies, patios, or rooftops or how to select the right varieties to maximize limited ground space.