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.
Rock the Park - a Geological Exploration of Mill Creek Park
Ever wonder how Mill Creek Park was formed? For much of geologic history, Ohio was underwater and near the equator! Join us on the Cohasset Express Trolley as we travel back over 300 million years and explore the formation of the Park throughout geologic time. Learn about the bedrock of the Park and how the Ice Age shaped the Park that we all love. Where possible, we will hop off to investigate geologic features up close. Trolley boards at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Register/pay by 5/6, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $ 9 NR
Thursday, May 8, 6-8 pm Fellows Riverside Gardens: Parking Lot
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 5/8, online or call Ford Nature Center 330.740.7107 x 129. FREE
Saturday, May 10, 8-9:30 am Nature Preserves: Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary
Enjoy Spring in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay online by 5/9 or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR
Sunday, May 11, 1:30-2:30 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
Enjoy Spring in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay online by 5/9 or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR
Sunday, May 11, 3-4 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
Enjoy Spring in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay online by 5/11 or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR
Tuesday, May 13, 1:30-2:30 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
Enjoy Spring in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay online by 5/11 or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR
Tuesday, May 13, 3-4 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
Join Park staff for a moon-lit evening along Lake Cohasset on the night of the May Flower Moon. In the event of inclement weather, an alternative date will be provided. Ages 12+. Difficulty: moderate 2mi. Register/pay by 5/11, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $3
Tuesday, May 13, 8:15-9:45 pm Mill Creek Park: Pioneer Pavilion Parking Lot
Join us for a one day, 8-hour class in boating and water safety designed and presented by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources' Division of Watercraft. This course covers the fundamentals of safe boating including state-required equipment, watercraft laws, navigation rules of the road, basic safety and risk management, and aids to navigation. A proficiency exam will be issued at the end of the class, and those who pass the exam will obtain a lifetime boating license that satisfies the Ohio Boater Education Requirement. **Anyone born on or after January 1, 1982 is required to have a boating license if they are going to operate a vessel more than 10 horsepower, including jet skis.** Online pre-registration is required. Call or visit Wick Recreation Area for more details: (330) 740-7114
Saturday, May 17, 9 am-5 pm Wick Recreation Area: Wick Recreation Center
Join Park staff and the Collective Paranormal Research Society for a paranormal investigation of one of the oldest building in the Valley - The Old Log Cabin. As a bonus, this investigation also includes the old icehouse location. We will split our time between the two locations with the MetroParks trolley serving as our transportation. Participants will have time to interact with the investigators and the spirit energy. Adults only; 18 and older. Registration required. Register/pay by 5/15, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. $40 per person.
Saturday, May 17, 8-11 pm Mill Creek Park: Old Log Cabin