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.
Big Kids' Science Class: Owl Pellet Dissection
The Big Kids' Science Class series invites ages 18+ to dig in to their natural curiosity and explore the living world with a Park Educator through hands on learning. This month we will be dissecting owl pellets and classifying the bones of their prey at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 3/7, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5Sunday, March 9, 3-5 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
March Full Moon Hike - Worm Moon
Join Park staff for a moon-lit evening hike on the night of the March Worm Moon. Meet at the Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary Observation Deck. 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 3/12, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No restrooms on site. No walk-ins. No pets. $3Friday, March 14, 7:30-9 pm
Nature Preserves: Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary
Nature Preserves: Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary
Traveling Naturalist: Yellow Creek Park
A Park Educator will be at Yellow Creek Park in Struthers with natural artifacts for you to view and to answer your nature questions. Hot chocolate will be available on a first come first serve basis. All are welcome to stop by and chat! Weather dependent. Call 330.740.7107 x 129 for details. FREESaturday, March 15, Noon -3 pm
Yellow Creek Park: Yellow Creek Lodge Parking Lot
Yellow Creek Park: Yellow Creek Lodge Parking Lot
Nature Explorers
Calling all 1st-3rd graders! Join our new program - Nature Explorers - where each month we will explore nature through experiments and hands-on activities. This month is Leprechaun Science Day! Be sure to wear green clothes that can get messy. This is a child only program. Parents will drop off and pick up. Register/pay by 3/13, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $7Saturday, March 15, 1-2 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
Think Green Pop-In
In Celebration of upcoming St. Patrick's Day, pop into the Education Building located behind the Ford Nature Center (840 Old Furnace Rd.) to create a nature-themed 'think green' craft! Family friendly, supplies provided. Registration requested but not required. Register online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No pets. FREESunday, March 16, 1-3 pm
Ford Nature Center Classroom A
Ford Nature Center Classroom A
Recreational Hike
West Cohasset Trail and Lucky Trail. Meet at the Lake Cohasset Parking Lot. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.Wednesday, March 19, 9-10 am
Mill Creek Park: Lake Cohasset Parking Lot
Mill Creek Park: Lake Cohasset Parking Lot
Park Wanderings
Join Educator Miss Lynn for Park Wanderings, a leisurely stroll at different Park locations. This month let's wander to Birch Hill Cabin on Lily Pond Dr. Dress for the weather. Register/pay by 3/19, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5Friday, March 21, 9-10 am
Mill Creek Park: Birch Hill Cabin
Mill Creek Park: Birch Hill Cabin
Mushroom Meander 101
Join Gary Davenport, Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist, in the warmth of the Ford Education Building as we explore Mushrooms 101. The classroom-based setting allows us to gain insights and information about local mushrooms and other fungi, their roles in nature, which ones grow in the area, and how to get involved in volunteer community science opportunities. Register by 3/19, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk ins, no pets. FREE.Friday, March 21, 6-7 pm
Ford Nature Center Classroom A
Ford Nature Center Classroom A
Birding the Sanctuary
Enjoy birding with Jeff Harvey on this early morning hike at Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, 2650 W. Calla Rd. Space limited. Boots required. Moderate. 1.25 mi. Register by 3/20, online or call Ford Nature Center 330.740.7107 x 129. FREESaturday, March 22, 8-9:30 am
Nature Preserves: Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary
Nature Preserves: Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary
Field Trip! Ford Nature Center
Ever wondered what it is like to participate in a school field trip at the Park? If so, now is your chance to enjoy a field trip of your very own! Join a Park educator and explore Ford Nature Center inside and out, exactly how students get to! The trip includes a tour through the buildings and a walk on the Virginia J Axtmann Nature Trail for All People and The Bill Whitehouse Education Trail (approximately 0.4 miles). Register by 3/20, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. FreeSaturday, March 22, 11 am-Noon
Ford Nature Center Classroom A
Ford Nature Center Classroom A