Programs and Events
Quality programs run year round at Harrison Hills Park and utilize the talents of our volunteers, partners and Park Rangers.
Click on the links below to register to attend upcoming events.
June 2026:
June 27th: Purple Martin Talk and Demonstration Saturday, 1pm
Have you ever wondered what lives in the large bird houses near the Environmental Learning Center in the field next to the Yakaon Shelter?
Come and join us as Ken Kostka, Purple Martin expert and keeper of the Purple Martin Colony,
explains the fascinating story of how he established the colony and how he maintains it.
You will get to look inside and see the bird nests, eggs and hatchlings as part of this program.
Please send an RSVP email to [email protected] if you plan to attend.
Meet at the Environmental Learning Center.
June 28th: Explore Beaver Habitats & Environmental Learning Center (ELC) Open House w/ Park Rangers Sunday, 11am-2pm
Drop by anytime between 11am and 2pm to explore the Environmental Learning Center and
try your hand at creating your own beaver dam! The Park Rangers will be on hand with a beaver-themed exploration table
and to answer questions. This program is wheelchair accessible.
July 2026:
July 5th: America 250 ELC Open House with the Park Rangers Sunday, Noon-3pm
Drop by the Environmental Learning Center as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.
Visitors will learn about history as well as some of the local wildlife that inhabits our parks.
July 5th: Guided Hike: Trees of the Revolution Sunday, 1pm-2:30pm
From income, to resources, to national identity, American forests played a key role in defining the United States of America.
Learn how the trees around us contributed to the early days of our nation on this guided hike with the Park Rangers.
This will be an approximately 2-mile hike with moderate elevation changes and terrain. Bring water and wear closed toe shoes.
Meet at the Environmental Learning Center.
July 10th: Fascinating Fireflies Friday, 8pm-10pm
As the sky darkens, fireflies light up the night!
Come join the Park Rangers to learn about our official state insect and the fascinating lives they lead.
Flashlights will be provided. Bring water and wear closed toe shoes.
Meet at the Soccer Fields.
August 2026:
August 2nd: Guided Hike: Summer Wildflowers Sunday 1pm-3pm
Come appreciate and learn about our summer wildflowers on this guided hike with the Park Rangers.
Bring water and wear closed toe shoes.
Meet at the Rachel Carson Shelter.
August 29th: Guided Nature Hike Saturday, 1pm-3pm
Join the Park Rangers and explore our scenic hiking trails.
This hike will be approximately 2 miles with moderate elevation changes. Bring water and wear closed toe shoes.
Meet at the Environmental Learning Center.
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Friends of Harrison Hills 2026 meeting schedule:
Saturday, March 21 - 10am
Thursday, May 21 - 5:30pm
Thursday, July 16 - 5:30pm
Thursday, September 17 - 5:30pm
Saturday, November 21 - 10am
All meetings are held at the Environmental Learning Center and are open to the public.
