Events

Join a Naturalist for a flurry of fun! We’ll discover how snowflakes form, learn about the science behind snowy silence, and craft your very own snowflakes to take home. 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 and preregistration is required.

Topic: Dauphin county / PEMA Resource request process

2026 Dauphin County Chiefs Association Meeting Location: Rutherford Fire Company-Swatara Township Fire-Rescue

2025 review of incidents, training, and SOG updates - Goals for 2026

Come explore the three types of rocks and what makes each one special. Witness how some rocks are soft, some rocks float and some rocks even glow! We’ll learn through stories and hands-on demonstrations

Drew Jacobs from Once Upon a Tiny Farm, will dive into why we homestead, why you should start and how you can create a year-round garden space in just 400 square feet.

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 joy of books and language to youngsters.

Craft your very own unique hand-made valentine for that special someone. Using pressed flowers and other items from nature, this valentine is sure to impress!

Join a Naturalist to discover more about Groundhog Day and how the amazing groundhog spends the winter.

Join Naturalists at Wildwood Park to learn how to make shagbark hickory syrup and a variety of winter teas. Samples of each edible treat will be provided.