Throughout the duration of MCMP events, programs and/or classes, there are opportunities for photographic and video coverage by MCMP which may include your
participation or observance of the activity. MCMP reserves the right to use the photos and video at its discretion for media
coverage and promotional materials, including broadcasts, reports, publications, social media and marketing materials of MCMP.
If you do not wish to be photographed or video recorded at the event, please let the photographer or videographer know prior to
being photographed or videotaped. MCMP shall otherwise assume that it has your permission to photograph or video you and/or
your child's involvement and participation in this activity. If you have any questions, please contact the Community
Engagement Department at 330.702.3000 ext. 120.
NFL Flag Football Cheer Squad (Ages 3-12) *SPRING* THIS PROGRAM IS FULL
Join us for the NFL Flag Football Cheer Squad this spring! The cheer squad is not a competitive cheer program. The cheer squad's purpose is to cheer at the weekly NFL Flag Football games which are held on Saturdays at the Wick Recreation Area from May 2nd-June 13th. Weekly cheer times will be at 12:00 PM every Saturday during the football league. Cheer participants will receive a MCMP branded uniform (top and bottom), one pair of pom poms, water bottle, and drawstring bag. Registration deadline is April 19, 2026. Cost is $90 for Mahoning County residents, $100 for non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Saturday, May 2 - Jun. 13, 2026, Noon -3 pm Wick Recreation Area: Wick Upper Field
Join us for the NFL Flag Football League this spring! This league will run weekly on Saturdays at the Wick Recreation Area beginning on May 2, 2026, leading to a season-ending tournament on June 13, 2026. Weekly game times will vary between 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Participants will be placed in an appropriate age group (6-9 or 10-12). Participants will receive an official NFL branded uniform and flag belt, water bottle, football sticker and drawstring bag. Cleats and mouthpieces are required but are not provided by Mill Creek MetroParks. Cleats must be non-metal tips. Mouth pieces can be purchased at the Wick Recreation Area team shop. Registration deadline is April 19, 2026. Cost is $130 for Mahoning County residents, $140 for non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Saturday, May 2 - Jun. 13, 2026, Noon -3 pm Wick Recreation Area: Wick Upper Field
Join us for the Women's Par 3 Golf League! This league is for women ages 18 and older, and begins on May 5, 2026, leading to a season-ending tournament on July 28, 2026. Group outings will be held weekly on Tuesdays at 5:00 PM and will follow a shotgun-style format. Each weekly outing will alternate play between the front and back 9-holes. Participants will receive one weekly round of golf and a MCMP-branded golf top with their registration. Additional golf clothing and accessories may be purchased at the Wick Recreation Area team shop. Registration deadline is May 5, 2026. Cost: $110 Mahoning County resident, $120 non-Mahoning County resident. Call Wick Recreation area for more details.
Tuesday, May 5 - Jul. 28, 2026, 5-7 pm Wick Recreation Area
Join us for the Men's Par 3 Golf League! This league is for men ages 18 and older, and begins on May 7, 2026, leading to a season-ending tournament on July 30, 2026. Group outings will be held weekly on Thursdays at 5:00 PM and will follow a shotgun-style format. Each weekly outing will alternate play between the front and back 9-holes. Participants will receive one weekly round of golf and a MCMP-branded golf top with their registration. Additional golf clothing and accessories may be purchased at the Wick Recreation Area team shop. Registration deadline is May 7, 2026. Cost: $110 Mahoning County resident, $120 non-Mahoning County resident. Call Wick Recreation area for more details.
Thursday, May 7 - Jul. 30, 2026, 5-7 pm Wick Recreation Area
Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore Lake Newport. Each meeting will begin at the Lake Newport Boathouse on W. Newport Drive. Kayak trips for this group will be from 5:30 PM-6:15 PM on 5/12, 6/2, 7/14, 8/18, 9/15, and 10/6. Members will be provided with a kayak, paddle, and life jacket (if you do not have your own). Members will also receive a UV-blocking shirt, dry bag to prevent any items getting wet, and safety whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Tuesday. May 12, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. June 2, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. July 14, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. August 18, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. September 15, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. October 6, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse
Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore Lake Newport. Each meeting will begin at the Lake Newport Boathouse on W. Newport Drive. Kayak trips for this group will be from 6:30 PM-7:45 PM on 5/12, 6/2, 7/14, 8/18, 9/15, and 10/6. Members will be provided with a kayak, paddle, and life jacket (if you do not have your own). Members will also receive a UV-blocking shirt, dry bag to prevent any items getting wet, and safety whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Tuesday. May 12, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. June 2, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. July 14, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. August 18, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. September 15, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Tuesday. October 6, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse
Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore Lake Newport. Each meeting will begin at the Lake Newport Boathouse on W. Newport Drive. Kayak trips for this group will be from 5:30 PM-6:15 PM on 5/14, 6/4, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, and 10/8. Members will be provided with a kayak, paddle, and life jacket (if you do not have your own). Members will also receive a UV-blocking shirt, dry bag to prevent any items getting wet, and safety whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Thursday. May 14, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. June 4, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. July 16, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. August 20, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. September 17, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. October 8, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm Lake Newport Boathouse
Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore Lake Newport. Each meeting will begin at the Lake Newport Boathouse on W. Newport Drive. Kayak trips for this group will be from 6:30 PM-7:45 PM on 5/14, 6/4, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, and 10/8. Members will be provided with a kayak, paddle, and life jacket (if you do not have your own). Members will also receive a UV-blocking shirt, dry bag to prevent any items getting wet, and safety whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Thursday. May 14, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. June 4, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. July 16, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. August 20, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. September 17, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Thursday. October 8, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm Lake Newport Boathouse
Join us at the MetroParks Farm for a fun evening of fishing! This outing is primarily for youth anglers ages 3-12 years old and will take place at the MetroParks Farm Fishing Pond off the spur trail. Fishing equipment and bait is provided for all registered youth participants. A valid fishing license is required for participants 16+ years old. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Join us for a 1.5-2 mile hike on the W. Newport Trail. Meet at the Lake Newport Boathouse parking lot off of W. Newport Drive. Cost: Members are free / Non-Members $10. Call Wick Recreation Area for more information.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, Noon -1 pm Lake Newport Boathouse Parking Lot