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Engagement Department at 330.702.3000 ext. 120.
Whooo's calling out in the forest? Barred owls! These feathered predators are particularly active in the Park this time of year. We'll learn about owl biology and ecology on a night hike near Lake Newport. We may even hear or spot some of these feathered predators on the prowl. Meet at the Newport Wetlands parking lot off West Newport Dr. Difficulty: Moderate. Please wear proper boots and dress for the weather. Bring a flashlight. Ages 12+. Register by 1/30 online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk ins. No pets. Free
Saturday, February 1, 4:30-6:30 pm Mill Creek Park: Newport Wetlands Parking Lot
Get cozy with the locals on a crisp winter morning! Enjoy a hot cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and watch our feathered friends at the feeders in Nancy's Nook at the Ford Nature Center. A Park Educator will guide you in identifying the birds that frequent the Nature Center and interpret their behavior and ecology. Registration required; space is limited. No walk-ins. Ages 12+. Please register/pay by 1/31, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $5
Sunday, February 2, 8:30-9:30 am Mill Creek Park: Ford Nature Center
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/pay by 2/3, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5 per child.
Wednesday, February 5, 10-11 am Ford Nature Center Classroom A
The Ford Nature Center "Winter Talks" series invites you to join Mill Creek Metro Park's Natural Resources Manager Nick Derico for a presentation on managing the natural resources of Mill Creek Park. Register/pay by 2/5, online or call 330-740-7107 x 129. Adults 16+ years or older. $3
Friday, February 7, 6-7 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
The Ford Nature Center "Winter Talks" series invites you to join birder Jeff Harvey for Winter Birds of Mahoning County. Winter birding brings opportunities to see birds that can't be seen any other time of year. Jeff will discuss the common, uncommon and rare birds that can be seen locally. Register/pay by 2/6, online or call 330-740-7107 x 129. Adults 16+ years or older. $3
Saturday, February 8, 10-11 am Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
The Ford Nature Center "Winter Talks" series is featuring the Idora Park Experience. Join us in the warmth and bright lights of our Education Building for an afternoon with Jim & Toni Amey as they share their memories of Idora and their adventures in collecting park memorabilia. Registration required. Register/pay by 2/6, online or call 330-740-7107, x 129. Adults 16+ older. $3
Saturday, February 8, 1-2 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
Pop-in owl themed educational exhibit for all ages with children's owl craft. A Park Educator will be on site at Ford Nature Center to answer your owl questions and guide you through examining an owl pellet and feathers under a microscope. It'll be a hoot! Walk-in. 12-3pm. Craft first come first served while supplies last. FREE
Sunday, February 9, Noon -3 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
Join Park staff for a moon-lit evening hike on the night of the February Snow Moon. Meet at Lake Glacier Boathouse (parking on Calvary Run). Be prepared for a 1 to 2-mile moderate hike. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight if you have one. (A limited number of small flashlights will be available.) In the event of inclement weather, an alternative date will be provided. Register/pay by 2/10, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No restrooms on site. No walk-ins. No pets. $3
Wednesday, February 12, 6-7:30 pm Outside Lake Glacier Boathouse
Why should school-aged children have all the fun? Too young or too young-at-heart for a Valentine's Day party at a school? Pop into the Education Building located next to the Ford Nature Center (840 Old Furnace Rd.) to create a nature-themed Valentine's Day card for that someone special! Stop in anytime between 10am & 12pm. Family friendly, supplies provided. Registration requested but not required. Register online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No pets. FREE
Friday, February 14, 9-11 am Ford Nature Center Classroom A