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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.
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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.
New Location! Experience the magic of fall at Mill Creek MetroParks' Pumpkin Walk at Twilight, now at Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Rd. As the sun sets and the moon rises, stroll along glowing pumpkin-lined pathways and enjoy an evening of family fun. Don't miss our GLOW Party and Costume Contest. Best of all, this event is free and open to everyone. Gather your family, friends, and neighbors for a memorable autumn tradition. No registration required. Call Ford Nature Center 330.740.7107 x 129 for details. No pets please. FREE
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 4-8 pm Wick Recreation Area: Thomas J. Bresko Pavilion Wick Recreation Area: DEK Hockey Rink Wick Recreation Area: Wick Recreation Center
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 10/11, 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, October 13, 2026, 1:30-2:30 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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 10/11, 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, October 13, 2026, 3-4 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
Join Park staff for Forest Babies, a program for your youngest ones, ages 1-3 years old. Enjoy bonding time together while exploring Ford Nature Center and then completing an activity together 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 by 10/12 for your Forest Baby (adults need not register), online 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, October 14, 2026, 10-11 am Ford Nature Center Classroom A
Join Educator Miss Lynn for Park Wanderings, a leisurely stroll at different Park locations. This month let's wander to Birch Hill Cabin and the Lily Pond on Lily Pond Dr. Dress for the weather. Register/pay by 10/14, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5
Friday, October 16, 2026, 9-10 am Mill Creek Park: Birch Hill Cabin
Learn about local flora and fauna on this guided interpretive kayak program on scenic Lake Newport. Kayaks available to rent or bring your own kayak. Ages 16+. Registration required. Register / pay by 10/14, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $15 to rent a kayak, $5 to bring your own kayak.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 4:30-6:30 pm Mill Creek Park: Lake Newport Boathouse
Haunted Trolley Tour - Ghosts & Legends of Mill Creek Park
Is Mill Creek Park Haunted? Journey into the Park at night aboard the Cohasset Express trolley to look for ghostly figures and unexplained orbs of light while docents share otherworldly stories. Don't miss this nighttime adventure in the Park. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Ages 12 and older. Limited seating available. Reservations required. Register/pay by 10/14, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $20 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.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 6:30-8 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley
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 10/15, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. FREE
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8-9:30 am Nature Preserves: George L. Fordyce Park
Take a tractor-wagon ride to the pumpkin patch to pick a cannonball size pumpkin. Dress for the weather and note pumpkin patch can be muddy. Barns are open. Meet at the Education Building at the MetroParks Farm in Canfield. Register/pay by 10/15, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $5
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 1-2 pm MetroParks Farm: Wagon
Haunted Trolley Tour - Ghosts & Legends of Mill Creek Park
Is Mill Creek Park Haunted? Journey into the Park at night aboard the Cohasset Express trolley to look for ghostly figures and unexplained orbs of light while docents share otherworldly stories. Don't miss this nighttime adventure in the Park. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Ages 12 and older. Limited seating available. Reservations required. Register/pay by 10/15, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. $20 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.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 6:30-8 pm Mill Creek Park: FNC Trolley