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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.

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Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 8/21, 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, August 23, 2026, 3-4 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley

Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 8/23, 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, August 25, 2026, 1:30-2:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley

Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 8/23, 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, August 25, 2026, 3-4 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley

Outdoor Yoga Basics Course

Release physical and mental tensions while gradually improving strength & flexibility. Gentle but thorough classes guided outdoors amid the splendor of the gardens by experienced instructor Karres Cvetkovich. register online or call 330.740.7116 ext230. 6- week course $72.00
Tuesday, Aug. 25 - Sep. 29, 2026, 6-7:15 pm
Fellows Riverside Gardens: Kidston Pavilion

Golden Hour Stroll & Sunset Viewing

The 'Golden Hour' - a time when day becomes dusk, the sun begins to set, and evening awakens. Stroll on the MetroParks Bikeway during this magical hour, where every step reveals stories from the area's past. Enjoy a relaxing stroll learning about the Park's history while enjoying the setting sun. Relaxing 1.5 - 2-mile stroll on uneven paths, followed by sunset viewing over the farm. Don't forget to bring a camera! Register by 8/23, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. FREE
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 7-8:30 pm
MetroParks Bikeway Trailhead

August Full Moon Hike: The Sturgeon Moon

Discover the trails of the area in a whole new way during this serene, full-moon evening hike. Guided by moonlight, participants will explore familiar pathways transformed by the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the natural world after dark. Leaving Fords Nature Center, we will head to the Artist's Trail and hike to the Lily Pond. Along the route, we'll pause to listen and watch for nocturnal wildlife while taking in the peaceful beauty of the landscape under the glow of the full moon. On our return, check out the moths at Moth Nite! program. This moderate 2 mile, slow-paced hike is ideal for individuals who are comfortable walking in low-light conditions and are seeking a unique seasonal outdoor experience. Register by 8/26, online or call 330.740.7107 ext. 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5 per person.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 7:30-9 pm
Ford Nature Center parking lot

Moth Nite!

Discover nature's nighttime pollinators: moths! Light sheets will be set up around Ford Nature Center to attract moths and other creatures of the night for an up close and personal experience. This is a great opportunity for photographers to get a shot of a variety of unique and beautiful invertebrates. Stop by Ford Nature Center from 8-10PM or stick around for the entire program to see even more invertebrate diversity! We'll have a crackling fire and light refreshments as well. Registration requested by 8/26. Drop-in/walk-ins welcome. No pets. FREE.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 8-10 pm
Mill Creek Park: Ford Nature Center

Paranormal Investigation of Pioneer Pavilion

Why do paranormal investigators go back to the same locations time after time? Because something different happens each time! Join Park staff and the Collective Paranormal Research Society for another exclusive paranormal investigation of Pioneer Pavilion built in 1821. Adults only; 18 and older. Registration required. Register/pay by 8/26, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. $40 per person.
Friday, August 28, 2026, 8-11 pm
Mill Creek Park: Pioneer Pavilion
Mill Creek Park: Pioneer Pavilion Parking Lot

Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 8/28, 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, August 30, 2026, 1:30-2:30 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley

Summer Trolley Tour

Enjoy Summer in Mill Creek Park with natural and historic views aboard the Cohasset Express. Limited seating. Boards at Ford Nature Center. Register/pay by 8/28, 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, August 30, 2026, 3-4 pm
Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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