Parks and Recreation Events

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.

Join Penn State Master Gardeners for a leisurely stroll to learn about plants in the park. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes

Take this opportunity to work outside and help Wildwood’s continued park and habitat enhancement projects. Tools and work gloves provided. This program is part of the Dauphin County Park Rx series of programs sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. Pre-registration required.

Bald Eagles are beautiful, powerful birds of prey! During this program we will explore the world of bald eagles, discover their “super” powers and conduct an experiment to see why eagles can soar for hours! Join a Naturalist as we honor our Nation’s 250th birthday with a closer look at our National Bird. This program is a part of the America250 Dauphin County Celebration. 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. Pre-registration required.

Every Tuesday (weather permitting), enjoy a moderately-paced walk around Wildwood Lake while enjoying the trees and animals at the park.

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

Join us for a moderately paced walk around Wildwood Park in Harrisburg. The walk led by a Jay Raman, MD, Chair, Urology, and will focus on Prostate Health.

Design a unique cotton pillow cover (18” x 18”) using flowers and leaves from Wildwood Park.

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by meeting a tree that is older than our Country. Join a Naturalist along the East Shore Trail, one of Wildwood’s less-traveled trails.

Curious about Scuba Diving and want to try it out? Join Get-N-Wet Scuba and Dauphin County Parks and Recreation at the Devon Manor Pool for a hands-on introduction to the basics of scuba equipment, skills, and techniques.