Canceled - Park Rx - Wellness Naturally Forest Bathing at Detweiler Park
Canceled - Park Rx - Wellness Naturally Forest Bathing at Detweiler Park
Dauphin, PA
Are you ready to spend some quality time in nature? Studies on the wellness benefits of time in nature have provided actual data that documents the benefits of reduced blood pressure, reduced heart rate, lower blood sugar levels, boosted immune system, improved concentration and memory, and improv…
Saturday, September 21 2024
10:00 AM
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11:30 AM
Park Rx - Walk and Talk with a Master Gardener at Detweiler Park 2024
Park Rx - Walk and Talk with a Master Gardener at Detweiler Park 2024
Dauphin, PA
Join Penn State Master Gardeners for a leisurely one-hour walk to learn about some of the many perennials, shrubs, and trees in the Park. Gather inspiration for your garden and gain unique information about this local Park, by learning to identify these plants, some of their pollinators, other inse…
Fri, May 10 2024
10:00 AM
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Fri, Oct 11 2024
11:00 AM
Park Rx - Wellness & Wisdom in the Woods
Park Rx - Wellness & Wisdom in the Woods
Dauphin, PA
Enjoy a forest bathing-inspired walk while learning about the stories of the woods. Cultural stories have long been viewed as wisdom keepers of the more-than-human beings. During a slow walk, we will explore invitations to experience the wellness benefits of nearby nature and hear stories of the wi…
Saturday, October 26 2024
10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
Intrusive Invasives - Park Rx
Intrusive Invasives - Park Rx
Dauphin, PA
Give them an inch and they might take an acre! Join a Naturalist for a hike at Detweiler Park to learn about unwanted invasive species that are bullying our native diversity. Participants will learn how to identify these undesirables, the impacts they have on our native plant populations and how to…
Saturday, August 3 2024
10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
Fall Tree Walk - Park Rx
Fall Tree Walk - Park Rx
Dauphin, PA
Join a Naturalist for a leisurely walk at Detweiler Park with a focus on trees and their fall foliage. Become familiar with a variety of common species. This program is part of the Park Rx series of programs sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.
Saturday, October 26 2024
1:00 PM
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3:00 PM
FULL A Night Under the Stars - Park Rx
FULL A Night Under the Stars - Park Rx
Dauphin, PA
This program will take place shortly after a new moon, so we will have exceptionally dark skies for stargazing! Our Night Under the Stars also occurs near the peak of the Draconid and Orionid Meteor Showers. The Orionid meteor shower is created by the trail of gas, dust, and ice from the Comet Hall…
Friday, October 11 2024
8:00 PM
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10:00 PM
CANCELED Kids Discover: The 5 Senses (Ages 5-7)
CANCELED Kids Discover: The 5 Senses (Ages 5-7)
Dauphin, PA
Engage all your senses in the fields and forests of Detweiler Park. Smell summer blooms, listen to the birds, touch and feel trees of all kinds and more. Practice your observation skills and learn about some of the plants and animals that call Detweiler home. Registrants must be accompanied by a ch…
Friday, August 9 2024
10:00 AM
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11:00 AM
Wild Edibles Hike - Park Rx
Wild Edibles Hike - Park Rx
Dauphin, PA
Join Debbie Naha-Koretzky (the Wild Edibles Lady) to discover edible plants at Detweiler Park. A bountiful harvest of greens and other edibles is available during the summer months. Debbie, an educator, author, licensed nutritionist and wild edibles expert, will discuss plant identification, safety…
Sunday, August 11 2024
1:00 PM
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3:00 PM
StoryWalk: Porcupine's Pie Opening
StoryWalk: Porcupine's Pie Opening
Dauphin, PA
We're excited to welcome you to the Grand Opening of the new StoryWalk book: Porcupine's Pie Retired educator and volunteer, Linda Walker, will lead the kids on a fun and interactive walk while reading Porcupine's Pie together at Detweiler Park. Kids will receive a fun take-home craft after the wa…
Saturday, October 19 2024
1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
National Take a Hike Day - Park Rx
National Take a Hike Day - Park Rx
Dauphin, PA
Grab your hiking boots, family and friends – it’s National Take a Hike Day! Get outdoors for some fresh air, scenery and exercise. Take a hike with a Naturalist or at your own pace on various terrain exploring the trails and wildlife at a local Dauphin County Park. All ages are welcome. This progra…
Sunday, November 17 2024
1:00 PM
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3:00 PM