Events

Join massage therapist, yoga teacher, and community herbalist Sara Rose, to take a walk in the woods and explore the wisdom and healing available in nature. We will explore breath work, mindfulness walking practice, and talk about medicinal plants and trees growing in our region. We'll also discuss the scientifically proven benefits of devoting more time to being with the plants. A Park Rx wellness program sponsored by Highmark.

Explore the world of insects and discover their important roles in our environment. Scouts will examine insect habitats while on a hike and take a closer look at these amazing creatures by catching and identifying bugs at Wildwood. The program will end with an insect craft. Please bring a drink, snack, and lunch. Dress for indoor and outdoor activities and wear closed-toed shoes. Scouts will complete the requirements for the patch and/or badge. Patch and badges are not provided by Wildwood. Pre-registration required.

Let Us Be Your Neighbor! Join various community partners connecting with our neighbors from around the world. This FREE event has something for everyone! Sponsored by Capital Blue Cross. Something for Everyone! Employment Opportunities | Health/Mental Health Resources Housing & Programs of all types! Entertainment | Kids Activities | Fitness Workouts | Free Food, Prizes & Gifts

Enjoy an afternoon luncheon tea, an illustrated talk, and a tour of Fort Hunter Mansion. Begin the afternoon with an illustrated presentation "Carl Faberge – Imperial Jeweler to the Czar of Russia and The Imperial Easter Eggs” presented by Dr. Donald Koones. Followed by a luncheon tea and a tour of Fort Hunter Mansion. Advance tickets are required, and seating is limited.

Join volunteer Jane Earle to search for Jack in the Pulpits. Learn interesting facts about the Jack in the Pulpit and why it could also be known as “Jill in the Pulpit”. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.

Join instructor Erika Malorzo from CommUNITY Yoga Space for a fun mindfulness program on the beautiful grounds of Fort Hunter Park. Let EVERYTHING Go! – Find what feels good to you with mindful movement. In this class, you will breathe, stretch, and gently move in and out of yoga postures.

Join us for a moderately paced walk around Italian Lake in Harrisburg. Street parking is available near Italian Lake. Meet up will be by the Pavilion. One can access it without stairs at its entrances on Division St. and Edwards St. The Division St entrance is closer to the pavilion. There is street parking along Division St, 3rd St, 4th St, and Edward St.A Park Rx Wellness Program sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield and supported by Penn State Health.

Exploring outdoors is always enjoyable and even more so when searching for shapes and patterns in nature. During this program scouts will investigate Wildwood Park to discover patterns in insects, leaves, spiders and their webs. They will also observe the many colors of birds and record their findings on a chart or graph. With the help of staff, scouts will report their bird count to eBird. The program will end with a craft and summary of their discoveries. Please bring a snack and a drink. Dress for the weather. Sneakers or other close-toed shoes recommended. Leaders are responsible for obtaining badges for their scouts. Pre-registration required.

This adventurous wellness program is geared for those interested in learning how to kayak. Enjoy approximately six miles of easy paddling for approximately two hours on the normally gentle, tree lined Swatara Creek. This guided two-hour evening paddle will let you discover firsthand why many are getting involved in this healthy life-long hobby. Guides will provide kayak skill instruction before and during the trip.

Join instructor Erika Malorzo from CommUNITY Yoga Space for a fun mindfulness program on the beautiful grounds of Fort Hunter Park. Let EVERYTHING Go! – Find what feels good to you with mindful movement. In this class, you will breathe, stretch, and gently move in and out of yoga postures.