Learn the basics of backpacking before heading into the backcountry to discover new places. Whether you are a seasoned hiker who wants to extend your hikes across multiple days, or if you are new to the outdoors, this presentation will give you the essential information you need to put together a great plan. From trip […]
Join Plantscapes By Design at Fort Hunter Park for an evening of planting fun! Participants will create a calming zen succulent garden planter! All materials are provide along with tips/tricks on caring for your arrangement. Materials include: rooted succulent, succulent cuttings, soil, sand, marbles, sand stamper, miniature wooden bench, mini zen garden rake, mini succulent glazed ceramic planter pot, sand stamp for mini zen […]
This one-hour course will go over the basics of meditation and have some short, simple meditations to practice. These will be meditations you can easily use, whatever your belief system is. Let your new year be better than ever before! You must be at least 12 years of age or older to attend this program. […]
Join Dauphin County Parks and Recreation for the 16th Annual Dauphin County Jazz & Wine Festival at beautiful Fort Hunter Park as we welcome 6 national bands, wine tasting by PA wineries & more! Browse among a gathering of Central Pennsylvania's top wineries, craft, and food vendors. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets. Outside […]
“Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” has been known as the 3 R’s for a long time, but did you know there are actually many more R’s, including “Repurpose?” Join Fort Hunter this Earth Day to repurpose metal cans as lanterns using similar methods to those used in the 1800’s when tin punching was popular. This program is […]
Just because kids are on spring break, doesn’t mean the learning has to stop! Join Fort Hunter for an exploration of Native American life in the Harrisburg area in the morning and in the afternoon learn about the early 1900s dairy farming operation at Fort Hunter. Two programs, participate in one or both. Geared towards […]
Just because kids are on spring break, doesn’t mean the learning has to stop! Join Fort Hunter for an exploration of Native American life in the Harrisburg area in the morning and in the afternoon learn about the early 1900s dairy farming operation at Fort Hunter. Two programs, participate in one or both. Geared towards […]
Mr. McAllister loved snakes and refused to let any be harmed on his property. In honor of his birthday and his love for reptiles, Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary will bring some of their scaly friends for a visit. But what’s a party without dessert?! After the reptile show, all party guests will have the opportunity […]
We put the “party” in Tea Party! Join us on March 19th for a children’s tea party. We’ll play games, decorate hats to wear, and learn how to make our own tea blends. Registration is limited to 25 children plus their grownups, so register soon! All children attending are welcome to bring a doll or […]
Kaleidoscopes, whirligigs, and tiddlywinks, oh my! Break out of the winter doldrums with a day of play. Participate in indoor games and toys from the Colonial and Civil War eras, some of which are familiar and some may need some instruction. No worries, friendly staff will be on hand to demonstrate, so come on out […]
Spend the afternoon with your special someone, whether that’s your sweetheart, grandchild, or an old friend. Enjoy a hearty cup of tea and some sweet treats before making a craft for someone in the community that needs a little love this Valentine’s Day. The craft will include 2 parts: a themed card to someone in […]
Enjoy a free concert of Christmas music. Join the 8 member, Mechanicsburg area brass group as they play familiar holiday tunes and Christmas songs in an informal concert setting. Many thanks to Rich and Barb Leitzel for underwriting this concert.