Programs

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Recreational Hikes

Meet at East Newport Dr. Boat Launch Parking Lot. Moderate 2-4 miles. Volunteer led hikes focusing on exercising in the outdoors. Call Wick Recreation Area for details 330-740-7114.
Wednesday, April 10, 9-10 am
East Newport Boat Launch

Nature Trivia Night

Ages 16+. Bring your nature trivia knowledge and join us at the Ford Nature Center (840 Old Furnace Rd.) in the Education Building. Be sure to brush up on all things nature and Mill Creek Park! Come on your own or bring a team of up to 4, but be sure to register each member individually. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Registration required. Register by 4/9, online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. $3 per person.
Thursday, April 11, 6-7 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B

Coffee With the Birds

Sit and enjoy a hot cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and watch our feathered friends at our feeders in Nancy's Nook at the Ford Nature Center! An Educator will provide assistance in identifying birds as we look for spring birds returning from migration to the nature center. Coffee, tea, and hot chocolate provided. Registration required; space is limited. Ages 12+. Please register/pay by 4/12 online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. $5
Saturday, April 13, 8:30-9:30 am
Mill Creek Park: Ford Nature Center

Wildflower Wander

Explore native wildflowers and other plants with park educators and an Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist on this mid-morning leisurely hike around the Lily Pond. This month, we will look for the Blue-Bells and Wild Leeks that dominate the landscape, talk about why they do that, and look for anything else that may be popping up. Meet at the Lily Pond parking lot. Registration required. Please register by 4/11 online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. No walk-ins. No pets. Free.
Saturday, April 13, 10-11 am
Mill Creek Park: Lily Pond

Ask a Bird Expert-- Pop-in Program

Stop into Nancy' Nook at Ford Nature Center and enjoy our feathered friends and ask questions of our guest, Jason Short, president of the Audubon Society of Mahoning Valley. Jason will be a Ford Nature Center Guide and share his knowledge of everything birds from 11:00am-3:00pm. No registration required. Free.
Saturday, April 13, 11 am-3 pm
Nancy's Nook

Nature Reads: Flight Paths

Ages 16+. Join us for our Nature Reads Book Club. How did scientists solve the great mystery of bird migration? Read Rebecca Heisman's enthralling narrative of human ingenuity and the natural wonders it uncovered in Flight Paths and join our book discussion to share your thoughts. Registration required. Register by 4/14, online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. Free.
Tuesday, April 16, 6-7 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B

Forest Babies PROGRAM FULL

Join Park staff for Forest Babies, a program for your youngest ones, ages 1-3 years old. We will explore the trails at Ford Nature Center and create a simple nature craft. Please be sure you and your little one are dressed for the weather as this program will include outdoor nature time. Register both you and your child by 4/15, online or call 330-740-7107 x 129. No pets. Free.
Wednesday, April 17, 10-11 am
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A

The Backyard Conservation Lecture Series - Strategies for Site Prep & Planting Methods

Join Gary Davenport, Project Coordinator for the Mahoning County Land Bank, and Zack Felger, Outreach & Education Specialist for the Mahoning County Soil and Water Conservation District, in an informative seminar exploring the wonders of the Ohio River watershed's native plants! Throughout this lecture series, participants will discover the benefits of native plants for both people and wildlife featuring insight from diverse guest speakers and experts in the fields of native plants and environmental restoration. Gain insights on cultivating native plants on your property, explore their diverse applications, and learn about grassroots backyard conservation efforts. Participants will receive complimentary milkweed seeds to start your own native plant garden. Embrace this opportunity to celebrate native plants and engage in environmental stewardship with us! Register/pay by 4/15, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $5
Wednesday, April 17, 6-7 pm
MetroParks Farm: McMahon Hall

Sprout Club - Busy as a Beaver

Ages 3-5; plus adult. Join Sprout Club for fun and hands-on activities learning all about beavers. Meet at Ford Nature Center, 840 Old Furnace Rd. Register/pay by 4/16, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $7
Thursday, April 18, 1-2 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A

Park Wanderings

Join Educator Miss Lynn for Park Wanderings, a leisurely stroll at different Park locations. This month let's wander on the Cohasset Express Trolley to Daffodil Meadow. Meet at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Limited seating. Dress for the weather as the trolley has no heat. Register/pay by 4/17, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5
Friday, April 19, 9-10 am
Fellows Riverside Gardens: Special -Trolley
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