Welcome to WITF’s Local Events Calendar!
Upcoming Events
January 2020
Photography Contest Display
Visit the Olewine Nature Center to view and vote for your favorite photos! Take a tour of more than one hundred beautiful exhibited photo entries. Winners will be announced Sunday, January 12, 2020 at 1:00pm. Prizes will be awarded for winning entries. The People's Choice awards will be announced after the display ends. Closed 12/25. 1/1, and Mondays.
Find out more »Winter Lecture Series: Spotlight on PA State Species: White-tailed Deer – Our State Animal
white-tailed Deer, designated as Pennsylvania's state animal in 1959, have been thriving in our forests for years. However, their populations have recently been threatened by Chronic Wasting Disease which is slowly spreading throughout the state. Join us to learn more from a PA Game Commission expert about how this alarming disease is impacting our state animal. Pre-registration is not required.
Find out more »February 2020
Kids Discover: Owls
Explore what makes owls unique. Discover how owls can hunt at night and learn identification of different species of owls by listening to their unique night time calls. Become a lab scientist and dissect an owl pellet to learn what they eat. Geared for ages 7-12. $5.00 per child with parents free. Space is limited. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »Winter Lecture Series Spotlight on PA State Species: Ruffed Grouse – Our State Bird
The Ruffed Grouse was designated as Pennsylvania's official state bird in 1931. As populous as grouse once were, their species is currently declining in Pennsylvania. Habitat loss and disease are believed to be causing this decline. Join PA Game Commission Ruffed Grouse Biologist, Lisa Williams to learn more and what can be done to increase grouse populations. Pre-registration is not required.
Find out more »Fly-Tying Classes with Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited
The Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold a 7-week evening course on introductory fly-tying at the Olewine Nature Center. The class will be conducted on 7 consecutive Thursday evenings beginning on February 13. Instructors include experienced members of Trout Unlimited. Materials generously provided. Adults and youth 10 years and older are welcome. Space is limited. Price will be announced at a later date. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »The Great Backyard Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count is a citizen science program of Cornell University's Lab of Ornithology that relies on people to provide a "snapshot" of bird populations in February. birders from Appalachian Audubon Society and Audubon Pennsylvania will be on hand to help people of all ages learn more about bird ID. This is a chance to enjoy winter birds from the warmth of the indoors. A guided bird walk will be offered at 1:00 pm following the count, weather…
Find out more »Preschool Storytime: Winter at Wildwood!
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. Space is limited. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »Winter Lecture Series Spotlight on PA State Species: Eastern Hellbender – Our State Amphibian
The Eastern Hellbender became Pennsylvania's state amphibian in 2019. Members of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's student leadership council and Lycoming College's Clean Water Institute worked with the state legislatures to pass this bill. Join Emily Thorpe, PA Student Leadership Coordinator for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, along with representatives from the Student Leadership Council as they discuss this amphibian and their journey to make the Eastern Hellbender Pennsylvania's first state amphibian. Pre-registration is not required.
Find out more »March 2020
Boy and Girl Scout – Juniors, Webelos and Higher: Leave No Trace
Leave No Trace is a program designed to explore important outdoor skills and wilderness etiquette. Scouts will be able to properly identify trail markers, discuss several ways to minimize their impact on the environment, and learn what kind of gear to bring with them on a trip. Scouts will also examine the 7 principles of Leave No Trace and the techniques behind them. Please bring a drink, snack and lunch. Dress for indoor and outdoor activities and wear sneakers or…
Find out more »Volunteer Work Day
Kick off the spring season and help Wildwood's continued park and habitat enhancement projects. Tools and work gloves will be provided. Refreshments will be available. Pre-registration is not required. Register groups of six or more at www.wildwoodlake.org/events. Assume the work day is cancelled if it is raining.
Find out more »Spring Wreath Workshop
Decorate a spring wreath out of natural materials. Everything will be supplied to make a wreath with decorations from nature, including cones, nuts and seed pods. Select from a variety of wreath bases including grape vines and wire frames. Participants may bring additional items and ribbon. After constructing a wreath, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while adding finishing touches. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events. There will be two sessions to choose from: 10:00am or 11:00am.
Find out more »Fundamentals of Photography
In this two-day hands-on workshop, a Canon Professional with skills you need to get the most from your camera. This 6-hour investment will improve your pictures. No previous experience required but participants should be familiar with their camera. For a detailed list of materials and more information, please visit www.photolivelearning.com. Space is limited. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »June 2020
Nature Explorers Day Camp (ages 6-8)
Children ages 6-8 will learn about animal adaptations, use binoculars on nature walks, explore a creek, and enjoy live animal demonstrations. Each day we will explore a new trail, get to know our local plants and animals, and participate in games and crafts. Registration opens on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Space is limited. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »July 2020
Junior Naturalist Day Camp (ages 9-11)
Campers ages 9-11 will learn a variety of naturalist and outdoor skills. They will use those skills to explore different habitats while hiking, using binoculars, and canoeing on Wildwood Lake. Learn what it means to be a naturalist and spend a morning fishing on Paxton Creek. Space is limited. Registration opens on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »Junior Naturalist Day Camp (ages 9-11)
Campers ages 9-11 will learn a variety of naturalist and outdoor skills. They will use those skills to explore different habitats while hiking, using binoculars, and canoeing on Wildwood Lake. Learn what it means to be a naturalist and spend a morning fishing on Paxton Creek. Space is limited. Registration opens on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »JumpStart PHotography for Kids (ages 7-12)
Students will be loaned a digital camera to explore the operation and functions of the camera, lighting, and composition. Lead by a Canon professional, this mostly indoor class will provide a great base for jumping into projects where they will be practicing their photography and encouraging creativity. For a detailed list of materials and more information, please visit, http://photo4kids.org. Space is limited. Registration opens on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »JumpStart Photography for Kids (ages 7-12)
Students will be loaned a digital camera to explore the operation and functions of the camera, lighting, and composition. Lead by a Canon professional, this mostly indoor class will provide a great base for jumping into projects where they will be practicing their photography and encouraging creativity. For a detailed list of materials and more information, please visit, http://photo4kids.org. Space is limited. Registration opens on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »Outdoor Week ( ages 12-14)
If you like to get outside, this is the camp for you! Outdoor enthusiasts ages 12-14 will discover the natural world while learning skills like shelter building, fishing, and wild edibles. Learn the importance of teamwork in the outdoors while building a campfire and canoeing. Registration begins on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Space is limited. Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/events.
Find out more »August 2020
Photo Boot Camp: Fundamentals of Photography (ages 13-17)
If your teen is interested in learning the basics of photography and is between the ages of 13-17, this camp may be for them. This is a mostly indoor lecture-based, instructional and educational program where students will learn the basics of picture taking. Each student will be loaned a digital SLR camera by a Canon professional. For a detailed list of materials and more information, please visit, http://photo4kids.org. Space is limited. Registration opens on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Please register…
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