Parks and Recreation Events

'Tis the season to make a Christmas tree mosaic! Learn to make a beautiful 10" tall Christmas tree mosaic in this workshop hosted by Amanda from Mosaic Montage. This is a beginner-level workshop, no prior experience is needed. During the class, you will get to pick from multiple shades of machine-tumbled stained glass to create your one-of-a-kind decorated Christmas tree. Ages 8 and older.

Animals live all around us, but each species has survival requirements connecting them to a habitat! In this hands-on program, scouts will discover wild animals’ needs and adaptations; explore the wetland and forest habitats of Wildwood Park; and examine far-off endangered ecosystems. Scouts will also discuss ways to improve habitat for wildlife around their school or neighborhood and make a small bird feeder to take home. Please bring a drink, snack, and lunch. Dress for the weather. Sneakers or other close-toed shoes recommended. Pre-registration required

Join a Naturalist for a hike on some of Wildwood’s less-traveled trails. Admire the fall foliage and clearer views of the Lake as the leaves fall. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy close-toed shoes. Hike will be around 3 miles. Pre-registration required.

Curious about edible plants and how to utilize them to create yummy fall recipes? Join Naturalists at Wildwood Park to learn how to cook with a variety of fall fruits and nuts. Samples of each edible treat will be provided. Pre-registration required.

Join Dr. Steven Burg, professor of history at Shippensburg University, at the Fort Hunter Park Centennial Barn on Wednesday, November 19, at 6:30 p.m. for an informative talk about the Fort Hunter African American Cemetery and its listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The free lecture will provide a look at the Craig family, whose members were enslaved and free African Americans living and working at Fort Hunter from the late 18th through the early 20th century, and the property where several family members are buried. This is a free program arranged by The Friends of Fort Hunter; registration is requested.

It’s that time of year! Bring your littles for a morning session with a Naturalist at Wildwood Park. Learn all about Wild Turkeys and what makes these colorful birds unique. Program will include crafts and a story. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. 

Make an evergreen wreath out of natural materials. Everything will be supplied to make a wreath with decorations from nature, including cones, berries, nuts and seed pods. Wreath assembly will occur indoors with optional decorating to follow. Bring personal work gloves and/or decorations.

Make an evergreen wreath out of natural materials. Everything will be supplied to make a wreath with decorations from nature, including cones, berries, nuts and seed pods. Wreath assembly will occur indoors with optional decorating to follow. Bring personal work gloves and/or decorations.

Make an evergreen wreath out of natural materials. Everything will be supplied to make a wreath with decorations from nature, including cones, berries, nuts and seed pods. Wreath assembly will occur indoors with optional decorating to follow. Bring personal work gloves and/or decorations.

Children and adults are invited to make holiday ornaments using pinecones, milkweed pods and other natural materials. Everything but the creativity will be supplied to make works of art to decorate for the holidays. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Each session holds 15 people.