Programs

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Recreational Hike

East Glacier Trail. Meet at the Volney Rogers Field Parking Lot. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Wednesday, December 3, 9-10 am
Mill Creek Park: Volney Rogers Field Parking Lot
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Forest Babies

Join Park staff for Forest Babies, a program for your youngest ones, ages 1-3 years old. Enjoy bonding time together while exploring the trails at Ford Nature Center and then create a simple nature craft or complete an activity to take home. Please be sure you and your little one are dressed for the weather as this program will include outdoor nature time. Register/pay online for your Forest Baby (adults need not register) by 12/1 or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Only registered children may attend. Please do not bring unregistered children to this program. No walk-ins. No pets. $5 per child.
Wednesday, December 3, 10-11 am
Ford Nature Center Classroom A
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December Full Moon Hike - Cold Moon

Hike the Park after dark! Join Park staff for a moon-lit hike along the Newport Wetlands. Ages 12+. Difficulty: moderate 2mi. Register/pay online by 12/3 or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $3 per person.
Friday, December 5, 5:30-7:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: Newport Wetlands Parking Lot
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Nature Explorers - Evergreens Science

Calling all 1st-3rd graders! Join Nature Explorers where each month we will explore nature through experiments and hands-on activities. This month is the science of evergreens and cones. Learn all about plants that stay green all year round and why they have cones. Dress for the weather. This is a child only program. Parents will drop off and pick up. Register/pay by 12/4, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $7
Saturday, December 6, 1-2 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom A
Mill Creek Park: FNC Education Classroom B
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Coffee With the Birds: Feeder Frenzy

Coffee with the Birds takes a field trip! This month we'll head to Birch Hill Cabin to enjoy bird watching at several feeders from the windows and deck. Inside we'll have our mini lesson by the fireplace and warm up with hot beverages. Register/pay by 12/5 online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. Ages 12+. $5 per person.
Sunday, December 7, 8:30-9:30 am
Mill Creek Park: Birch Hill Cabin
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🎄 Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens ❄️

Experience the magic of the season at Fellows Riverside Gardens! Join us for Frost & Lights: A Festive Holiday at the Gardens, a joyful celebration full of twinkling lights, festive trees, and holiday cheer for all ages. Here's what's in store: 🌲Festival of Trees - marvel at a stunning indoor display of beautifully decorated live trees from December 7 - January 4, closed Mondays. ✨ Winter Nights - take a frosty evening stroll through the Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights from 5 - 7 PM on December 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28. Keep an eye out--your favorite holiday characters will be making special appearances! 🎁 Festive Finds Weekend - shop local and discover handcrafted treasures at this holiday shopping spectacular from 10 AM - 7 PM on December 13 & 14. The perfect chance to find those last-minute, one-of-a-kind gifts. Don't miss this beloved holiday tradition filled with sparkle, joy, and seasonal spirit!
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Dec. 7-Jan. 4, 10 am-5 pm
Fellows Riverside Gardens
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Winter Ecology Walk & Talk

Where to frogs go in the winter? How do birds survive the cold? Why do trees lose their leaves? We'll answer these questions and learn more about Winter Ecology on a hike through Sawmill Preserve. Difficulty: moderate-difficult. 2mi. Rain or shine. Restrooms are not available at this site. Registration required. Register/pay online by 12/5 or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $3 per person.
Sunday, December 7, Noon -1:30 pm
Nature Preserves: Sawmill Creek Preserve
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Traveling Naturalist: Ford Nature Center

A Park Educator will be on site inside Ford Nature Center with a wildlife artifact touch table to answer all your nature questions! All are welcome to stop by and chat! Call 330.740.7107 x 129 for details. FREE
Sunday, December 7, 3-5 pm
Mill Creek Park: Ford Nature Center
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Frost & Lights: ✨ Winter Nights

Take a frosty evening stroll through the Gardens glowing with dazzling outdoor lights. 🗓️ 5-7 PM on December 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 Keep an eye out--your favorite holiday characters that will be making special appearances to delight guests of all ages!
Saturday, Sunday, Dec. 7-Jan. 4, 5-7 pm
Fellows Riverside Gardens
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Hike with a Naturalist: Collier Preserve

Join a monthly educational exploration of Mill Creek MetroParks' properties. What we encounter is based on the seasonal goings-on of life in the Park. This month we will explore Collier Preserve. Difficulty: moderate. 2mi - muddy/uneven terrain possible. Registration required. Restrooms are not available at this site. Register online by 12/11. No walk-ins. No pets. Rain or shine. FREE.
Saturday, December 13, 9-11 am
Nature Preserves: Collier Preserve
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