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Tucked away in the rolling hills of Central Pennsylvania, Wildwood Park (formerly Wildwood Lake Sanctuary) is conveniently located on the edge of Harrisburg, PA.

There are endless opportunities for fun and adventure at Wildwood Park. Explore the Nature Center, walk the trails and boardwalks, ride your bike, pack a picnic lunch, watch the birds, check out the flowers and much more! There is fresh air and good times around every bend. Come and enjoy…it's fun and it's free!

What's Happening at Wildwood Park?

2009 Wildwood Photo Contest
This year's theme is "Wildwood and Wetlands-Worth Preserving". The contest is open to photographers of all skill levels and will be organized in 3 divisions: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Judging will be performed by 3 professional photographers. Prizes will be awarded. The winning entries will be displayed Jan. 10-16, 2010 at the Benjamin Olewine III Nature Center at Wildwood Park.
Deadline for entries is Tuesday, Dec.1, 2009 (maximum 2 entries)

Contest Downloads: Poster | Rules | Entry Form

The rules and entry form are also available in the Nature Center at Wildwood Park.

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Trail & Bird Sighting Info

TRAILS:

July 1

All trails are open.


SIGHTINGS:

July 1

Wildlife at Wildwood is having a great season raising young. Birds are busy laying eggs and raising chicks. Egrets and herons are collecting food for their young. Baby muskrats (called kits) have been spotted in the Canal. A doe has been viewed with her fawn. And the snapping turtles layed eggs during May and June; we'll expect to see baby turtles crawling toward the lake in September.

As you take a jog, a walk, or just a casual stroll over the holiday weekend, perhaps you'll witness wildlife busy raising their young.

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