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  • Shittake Mushrooms

    Shiitake Mushroom Log Workshop

    Join Brian Scott of Deep Hollow Forest Farms for an evening workshop. Brian will provide background on mushroom logs and the process of their creation. Participants will then use an oak long to create their own take-home mushroom log.
  • Intro to Wildlife Photography for Adults

    Join Troy Bynum, owner of TB Wildlife Photography, for this introductory photography workshop. This hands-on course delves into the essentials of Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO, empowering participants with a solid foundation.
  • Intro to Wildlife Photography for Youth

    Join Troy Bynum, owner of TB Wildlife Photography, for an exciting photography workshop and discover how to take amazing pictures with any camera—even your smart phone!
  • Kids Discover: Insects (Ages 5-10)

    Join a Naturalist to explore the incredible world of insects! Discover what makes insects so important in our environment. Become an insect detective and take a closer look at them using nets, magnifiers and bug boxes.
  • Features Hearthside Series photos including beeswax papers, knot tying, and herb drying

    Hearthside Series: Herb Drying for Home Use

    Visit the Tavern House Summer Kitchen and discover how to simply and safely dry herbs for use in your kitchen and home. This is a drop-in event; no registration is necessary.
  • Group of people walking together

    Walk with a Doc – Park Rx

    Join us for a moderately paced walk around Wildwood Park in Harrisburg. The walk will be led by a local healthcare provider and will focus on men’s health and prostrate health.
  • 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.
  • Picture of a rock wall that says Benjamin Olewine Nature Center with building in the background and wildflowers in the foreground

    Seasonal Garden Walks

    Join Master Gardener Kevin Kelly for a guided walk through the Nature Center’s Garden Beds. Each walk will highlight what’s in bloom, along with shrubs, foliage, structure and other seasonal features that give the garden interest and support wildlife.
  • Picture of a green and brown unique flower

    Flower Walk: Jack in the Pulpits and Other Showy Spring Flowers – Park Rx

    Join volunteer Jane Earle to search for Jack in the Pulpits and other fancy flowers along the North or Delta Boardwalk. Meet in front of the Nature Center.
  • 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.