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End of Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy the last days Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 9/13, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR. Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1:30-2:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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End of Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy the last days Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 9/13, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR. Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 3-4 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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Rock Talk

In Celebration of National Collect Rocks Day, come show off some of your collection! Do you have a favorite rock sitting around your home? Not sure what it is? Bring it to Ford Nature Center Education Building to meet with a Park Educator to learn how to identify your rock and how it was formed. Park Educator will be on site from 2 - 4 pm to answer your questions about your rock and have others on display for you to learn about. Walk-ins welcomed. No registration required. FREE
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 2-4 pm
Ford Nature Center
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Park Wanderings

Join Educator Miss Lynn for Park Wanderings, a leisurely stroll at different Park locations. This month let's wander on the East Cohasset Hike & Bike Trail. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Dress for the weather. Register/pay by 9/16, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5
Friday, September 18, 2026, 9-10 am
Mill Creek Park: East Cohasset Hike & Bike Trail
Mill Creek Park: Ford Nature Center Parking Lot
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Birding the George L. Fordyce Park

Enjoy birding with Jeff Harvey on this early morning hike at the George L. Fordyce Park, 2650 W. Calla Rd. Space limited. Boots required. Moderate. 1.25 mi. Ages 8+. Register by 9/17, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. FREE
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 8-9:30 am
Nature Preserves: George L. Fordyce Park
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Noticing Nature

Calling all nature lovers!! Slow down and discover the natural world around you during this relaxed, two-hour exploration around the Lily Pond and surrounding trails. Led by an educator and MCMP volunteers, this slow-paced walk invites participants to observe and discuss all things nature-related. Together, we'll notice and explore geology, trees, plants, insects, animals, and the many small details often missed in everyday life. Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to share what they see, exchange insights, and enjoy conversations inspired by the wonders around us. Participants are welcome to join in the discovery, ask questions, share observations, and connect more deeply with the outdoors. Suitable for all curiosity levels. 1-2 mile stroll along uneven trails. Register by 9/17, online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. No pets. FREE
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1-3 pm
Lily Pond Parking Lot
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Walk with a Geologist: Birch Hill & Lily Pond

Join a Park Educator at the Lily Pond to explore the geology and formation of the Birch Hill and Lily Pond area. Dress for the weather, wear proper hiking shoes. In the event of inclement weather, an alternative date will be provided. Register/pay by 9/18, online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. No walk-ins, no pets. FREE.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, Noon -2 pm
Lily Pond Parking Lot
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End of Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy the last days Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 9/18, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR. Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 1:30-2:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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End of Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy the last days Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 9/18, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR. Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 3-4 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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Autumn Trolley Tour

Enjoy Autumn in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 9/20, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $9 NR. Accessibility Notice: Please note that the trolley is open-air and does not have heat or air conditioning. It is not handicap accessible, and boarding requires stepping up a large step, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 1:30-2:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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