Programs
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.
Walk with a Geologist: Bears Den PROGRAM FULL
Join a Park Educator at Bear's Den Cabin to learn about the geology of Mill Creek Park. After a brief talk (approximately 30 minutes), we will hit the trails to explore the area around the cabin to learn the history and see the geology close up. Approximately 1 mile, moderate - difficult terrain (climbing up steep slopes and across rocks). Dress for the weather, wear proper hiking shoes. In the event of inclement weather, an alternative date will be provided. Register/pay by 3/19, online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. No walk-ins, no pets. FREE.Saturday, March 21, 2026, 2-3:30 pm
Bears Den Cabin
Bears Den Cabin
Rock Talk
Do you have a favorite rock sitting around your home? Not sure what it is? Bring it to Ford Nature Center to meet with a Park Educator to learn how to identify your rock and how it was formed. Please bring a rock! Park Educator will be on site from 2 - 4 pm to answer your questions about your rock and have others on display for you to learn about. Walk-ins welcomed. No registration required. FREESunday, March 22, 2026, 2-4 pm
FNC Classroom A
FNC Classroom A
Ready, Set, GROW Gardening Program
Ready, Set, GROW is a weekly gardening program for a child and an adult partner (Children must be in Grade 2 or older). The duo will join Park educators to learn the basics for growing their own garden. Each duo will have their own 3'x 10' raised garden bed to plant, tend, and harvest all summer long at the MetroParks Farm in Canfield. This program meets on Thursdays from 5:30pm-7:30pm from March 26th through August 27th and includes lessons on basic gardening skills, hands-in-the-dirt time in your own garden, cooking, and other garden-related activities. At the first session on Thursday, March 26th you will be introduced to gardening by planting your own seeds to take home. All materials (garden bed, plants, seeds, tools, etc.) will be provided. Registration required. Register/pay by 3/19, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $150 for each adult/child pair.Thursday, Mar. 26 - Aug. 27, 2026, 5:30-7:30 pm
MetroParks Farm: Classroom A
MetroParks Farm: Classroom A
Traveling Naturalist: Lily Pond
Our Traveling Naturalist is back on the road! Stop by the Lily Pond for a wildlife touch table and Q&A with a Park Educator. Hot chocolate available first come first served! All are invited to stop by to chat. Call 330.740.7107 x 129 for details. FREEFriday, March 27, 2026, 2-4:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: Lily Pond
Mill Creek Park: Lily Pond
Creature Feature: Family Owl Pellet Dissection
Learn about the secretive world of owls! Bring the family to enjoy an educational, interactive program about Northeast Ohio's owls. Then, dissect an owl pellet and get up close in personal with an owl's lunch. One owl pellet will be provided per participant over the age of 6. Register/pay by 3/26, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5Saturday, March 28, 2026, 2-3:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A (upstairs)
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B (downstairs)
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A (upstairs)
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B (downstairs)
Earth Hour Night Hike
Lights out! Take a night hike to celebrate Earth Hour at Collier Preserve. Learn about how the natural world depends upon the dark. Ages 12+. Difficulty: Moderate. 1.5-2mi. Registration required. Register by 3/26, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. FREESaturday, March 28, 2026, 7:30-9 pm
Nature Preserves: Collier Preserve
Nature Preserves: Collier Preserve
MetroMutts Club Membership
Join our MetroMutts program to emBARK on monthly, dog-friendly hikes through Mill Creek Metroparks! First-time MetroMutts members will receive a drawstring bag, water bottle, dog bowl, dog waste bag holder, and sticker. Family membership includes immediate family and up to 3 dogs for $40.00. Individual membership includes one dog and one person for $30.00. An additional dog or person is $5.00. Call Wick Recreation Center for more details.Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Midnight
April Full Moon Hike - Pink Moon
Join Park staff for a moon-lit evening hike on the night of the April Pink Moon through beautiful George L. Fordyce Park. Ages 12+. Register/pay by 3/30, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 7-9 pm
Nature Preserves: George L. Fordyce Park
Nature Preserves: George L. Fordyce Park
Woodcock Walk
Catch a glimpse of a bird with a big personality on an evening hike in search of American Woodcocks at Collier Preserve. We may even get lucky and witness their impressive "sky dance" displays! Difficulty: Moderate. Dress for the weather. Wear appropriate footwear. Registration required. Register by 4/9, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Ages 10+. No walk-ins. No pets. FREEThursday, April 2, 2026, 7-8:30 pm
Nature Preserves: Collier Preserve
Nature Preserves: Collier Preserve
Wildlife Track and Sign Hike - Sawmill Preserve
Animals don't cover their tracks. Head on out with a Park Educator to find and identify animal tracks and other signs of life in the early Spring landscape of Sawmill Nature Preserve. What we encounter is totally dependent upon the season and the activity of the wildlife on the land. Ages 10+. Difficulty: Moderate. ~2mi. Proper winter footwear required - some small water crossings and deep mud. Dress for the weather. Register by 4/1, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. FREEFriday, April 3, 2026, Noon -2 pm
Nature Preserves: Sawmill Creek Preserve
Nature Preserves: Sawmill Creek Preserve