Programs

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Kayak Club (Thursdays @ 5:00 PM-6:15 PM)

Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore Lake Newport. Each meeting will begin at the Lake Newport Boathouse on W. Newport Drive. Kayak trips for this group will be from 5:30 PM-6:15 PM on 5/14, 6/4, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, and 10/8. Members will be provided with a kayak, paddle, and life jacket (if you do not have your own). Members will also receive a UV-blocking shirt, dry bag to prevent any items getting wet, and safety whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Thursday. May 14, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. June 4, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. July 16, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. August 20, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. September 17, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. October 8, 2026, 5:00-6:15 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse

Kayak Club (Thursdays @ 6:30 PM-7:45 PM)

Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore Lake Newport. Each meeting will begin at the Lake Newport Boathouse on W. Newport Drive. Kayak trips for this group will be from 6:30 PM-7:45 PM on 5/14, 6/4, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, and 10/8. Members will be provided with a kayak, paddle, and life jacket (if you do not have your own). Members will also receive a UV-blocking shirt, dry bag to prevent any items getting wet, and safety whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Thursday. May 14, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. June 4, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. July 16, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. August 20, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. September 17, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse
Thursday. October 8, 2026, 6:30-7:45 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse

Park Wanderings

Join Educator Miss Lynn for Park Wanderings, a leisurely stroll at different Park locations. This month let's wander Fellows Riverside Gardens. Dress for the weather. Register/pay by 5/13, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5
Friday, May 15, 2026, 9-10 am
Fellows Riverside Gardens: Outdoor Concourse

MetroMutts: W. Newport Trail

Join us for a 1.5-2 mile hike on the W. Newport Trail. Meet at the Lake Newport Boathouse parking lot off of W. Newport Drive. Cost: Members are free / Non-Members $10. Call Wick Recreation Area for more information.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, Noon -1 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse Parking Lot

First Time Ever - Paranormal Investigation of Bears Den Cabin

Join Park staff and the Collective Paranormal Research Society for an exclusive paranormal investigation of Bears Den Cabin built in 1931. What makes it exclusive? Previous investigations were for up to 30 participants and for two hours. For this investigation we are limiting the number of participants to 15 people for three hours, plenty of time to interact with the investigators and the spirit energy. Adults only; 18 and older. Registration required. Register/pay by 5/14, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. $40 per person.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8-11 pm
Mill Creek Park: Bears Den Cabin

Yoga Basics Outdoor Course

Release physical and mental tensions while gradually improving strength & flexibility. Gentle but thorough classes guided outdoors by experienced instructor Karres Cvetkovich. register online or call 330.740.7116 ext230. $72-6 week course.
Tuesday, May 19 - Jun. 23, 2026, 6-7:15 pm
Fellows Riverside Gardens: Kidston Pavilion

Fishing in the Park

Join us at for a fun evening of fishing! This outing is primarily for youth anglers ages 3-12 years old and will take place at the Lake Newport Boathouse off of W. Newport Drive. Fishing equipment and bait is provided for all registered youth participants. A valid fishing license is required for participants 16+ years old. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 5-6:30 pm
Lake Newport Boathouse

Youth Farm Camp (Ages 6-9) *JUNE SESSION*

Join us for Farm Camp at the MetroParks Farm! The August session of farm camp will be held on June 8th-11th. During the 4-day camp, participants will learn the fundamentals of various sports including archery, fishing, and disc golf. In addition to learning sports fundamentals, all participants will receive a MCMP-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. The registration deadline is June 8, 2026. Cost: $60 Mahoning County residents, $70 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Jun. 8 - 11, 2026, 4:30-5:45 pm
MetroParks Farm: Disc. Golf Course
MetroParks Farm: Archery Range
MetroParks Farm: Fishing Pond

Youth Farm Camp (Ages 10-12) *JUNE SESSION*

Join us for Farm Camp at the MetroParks Farm! The August session of farm camp will be held on June 8th-11th. During the 4-day camp, participants will learn the fundamentals of various sports including archery, fishing, and disc golf. In addition to learning sports fundamentals, all participants will receive a MCMP-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. The registration deadline is June 8, 2026. Cost: $60 Mahoning County residents, $70 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Jun. 8 - 11, 2026, 6-7:15 pm
MetroParks Farm: Disc. Golf Course
MetroParks Farm: Archery Range
MetroParks Farm: Fishing Pond

Youth Sports Camp (Ages 6-12) *JUNE SESSION*

Join us for Sports Camp at the Wick Recreation Area! The June session of sports camp will be held on June 15th-18th. During the 4-day camp, participants will learn the fundamentals of various sports including soccer, flag football, hockey, tennis, pickleball, golf, baseball/softball, and volleyball. In addition to learning sports fundamentals, all participants will receive a MCMP-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. The registration deadline is June 15, 2025. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Jun. 15 - 18, 2026, 9 am-Noon
Wick Recreation Center
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