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  • Skunk outdoors by rocks

    Kids Discover: Mammals and Their Pelts (Ages 5-10)

    , Harrisburg
    Discover the variety of mammals found in Pennsylvania while learning about their habitat, what they eat and how to identify them. A walk will follow to look for tracks and other signs these mammals may have left behind.
  • Collage of freshly picked vegetables from the garden

    Penn State Extension Master Gardeners’ Veggie Serie: Vegetable Gardening Through the Seasons

    In this session, you’ll explore techniques for starting seeds outdoors in winter, extending the season with cold frames, and planning your garden for continuous production.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Young children playing in a classroom setting

    Little Sprouts Day Camp 2 (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
  • Kids running outside

    Nature Explorers Day Camp Week 1 (Ages 6-8)

    , Harrisburg
    Children ages 6 to 8 will learn about animal adaptations, explore aquatic life in Paxton Creek and enjoy a live animal presentation. Each day we will explore a new topic including native trees, mammals, amphibians, insects and water/wetlands. Please register for only one week. Registration limited to 20 campers.
  • Middle School Children exploring the woods as part of a summer camp program

    Junior Naturalist Day Camp Week 2 (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.
  • Kids running outside

    Nature Explorers Day Camp Week 2 (Ages 6-8)

    , Harrisburg
    Children ages 6 to 8 will learn about animal adaptations, explore aquatic life in Paxton Creek and enjoy a live animal presentation. Each day we will explore a new topic including native trees, mammals, amphibians, insects and water/wetlands. Please register for only one week. Registration limited to 20 campers.
  • People kayaking on a river

    Outdoor Week (Ages 12-14)

    , Harrisburg
    Outdoor enthusiasts ages 12 to 14 will spend the week in nature exploring the natural world and learning basic wilderness survival skills. Each day will include a hike and digging deeper into a different aspect of survival. Activities may include fire building, wild edibles, water filtration, and navigation skills. Discover the importance of teamwork during daily “initiative” challenges and activities. The week will also include an off-site hiking trip and tandem kayaking experience. Registration is limited to 18 campers.
  • Kids running outside

    Nature Explorers Day Camp Week 3 (Ages 6-8)

    , Harrisburg
    Children ages 6 to 8 will learn about animal adaptations, explore aquatic life in Paxton Creek and enjoy a live animal presentation. Each day we will explore a new topic including native trees, mammals, amphibians, insects and water/wetlands. Please register for only one week. Registration limited to 20 campers.