Programs

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"Winter Talks" - Mill Creek Park Rocks! With Diana Alexander

The Ford Nature Center "Winter Talks" series invites you to join Diana Alexander, geologist and MCMP Educator, to enjoy an evening in the warmth and bright lights of the Ford Nature Center Education Building as we learn and explore the geology of Mill Creek Park. Join us as we travel back over 300 million years and explore the formation of the Park throughout geologic time. Learn about the bedrock of the area and how the Ice Age shaped the Park that we all love. Registration required. Register/pay by 2/20, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults 16+ years and older. $3
Saturday, February 22, 10-11 am
Ford Nature Center Classroom A

Scavenger Hunt!

Enjoy an afternoon exploring Ford Nature Center while competing in a family-friendly scavenger hunt! A list of items will be provided for you to search inside and out of the Nature Center. At least one person per team should have a smart phone camera to capture images. Teams can be made up of individuals or groups (no more than 4 per team). Only one person per team is required to register. Registration required. Register by 2/20, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. FREE
Saturday, February 22, 1-3 pm
Ford Nature Center Classroom A

Hike With an Educator: Newport Wetlands and Channel Islands

Hike with an Educator - Join a Park Educator on a casual and educational hike along the Newport Wetlands and the Channel Islands trail. Meet at the Newport Wetlands parking lot on West Newport Dr. Difficulty: moderate. Registration requested, not required. Walk-ins welcome. No pets. Rain or shine. Free
Monday, February 24, 9-11 am
Mill Creek Park: Newport Wetlands Parking Lot

"Winter Talks" - Frozen Ecosystems

The Ford Nature Center "Winter Talks" series invites you to join Zack Felger, Mahoning SWCD District Outreach & Education Specialist, as he presents Frozen Ecosystems. Discover how ecosystems transform during winter and explore the profound impacts these changes have on both terrestrial and aquatic life. Register/pay by 2/26, online or call 330-740-7107 x 129. Adults 16+ years or older. $3
Friday, February 28, 6-7 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B

Recreational Hike

Artists Trail and Hemlock Hill Trail. Meet at the Orchard Meadow Parking Lot. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Wednesday, March 5, 9-10 am
Mill Creek Park: Orchard Meadow Parking Lot

Forest Babies

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 3/3, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5 per child.
Wednesday, March 5, 10-11 am
Ford Nature Center Classroom A

An Evening in Nature: National Day of Unplugging

In celebration of National Day of Unplugging, come join a Park educator around the Ford Nature Center firepit while we enjoy the sounds and sights of evenings in the Park, completely unplugged! Bring your own lawn chair. In the event of inclement weather, an alternative date will be provided. Register by 1/29, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. FREE
Friday, March 7, 6-7:30 pm
Behind Education Building

Busy Beaver Walk & Talk

Take a hike with a Park Educator to visit known beaver habitat. Learn all about the life of these unique creatures that call our Park home. Difficulty: Easy. Please wear proper boots and dress for the weather. Register by 3/6, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Free
Saturday, March 8, 10:30 am-Noon
MetroParks Farm: MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead

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. $3
Friday, March 14, 7:30-9 pm
Observation Deck at Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary

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. FREE
Sunday, March 16, 1-3 pm
Ford Nature Center Classroom A
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