Programs

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Birding the Sanctuary

Enjoy birding with Jeff Harvey on this early morning hike at Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, 2650 W. Calla Rd. Space limited. Boots required. Moderate. 1.25 mi. Register by 5/8, online or call Ford Nature Center 330.740.7107 x 129. FREE
Saturday, May 10, 8-9:30 am
Nature Preserves: Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary

Park Wanderings

Join Educator Miss Lynn for Park Wanderings, a leisurely stroll at different Park locations. This month let's wander around Fellows Riverside Gardens, 123 McKinley Ave. Dress for the weather. Register/pay by 5/14, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. No walk-ins. No pets. $5
Friday, May 16, 9-10 am
Fellows Riverside Gardens: Outdoor Concourse

MetroMutts: Doggie Paddle Into Summer

Bring your furry companion for a paddle boat ride around Lake Glacier! Members free, non-members $10. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Saturday, May 17, 11 am-1 pm
Mill Creek Park: Lake Glacier Boathouse

Yoga Basics Course

Release physical and mental tensions while gradually improving strength & flexibility. Gentle and thorough, welcoming and inclusive, Yoga Basics classes are guided by experienced instructor Karres Cvetkovich. These classes are held within the Outdoor Splendor including birdsong & full blooming glory in the gardens. register online or call 330.740.7116 ext230. $72-6 week course.
Tuesday, May 20-Jun. 24, 6-7:15 pm
Fellows Riverside Gardens: Radius Program Classroom

Recreational Hike

Old Lanterman's Mill Trail and West Gorge Trail. Meet at the Lanterman's Mill Parking Lot. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Wednesday, May 21, 9-10 am
Mill Creek Park: Lanterman's Mill Parking Lot

Kayak Club (Group 1)

Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore the lakes of Mill Creek MetroParks. Meeting Schedule: May 22nd, July 17th, September 18th at E Newport Boat Launch // June 12th, August 14th, October 9th at Lake Glacier Boathouse. 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, whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Thursday, May 22, 5-5:45 pm
Mill Creek Park: East Newport Boat Launch
Mill Creek Park: Lake Glacier Boathouse

Kayak Club (Group 2)

Kayak Club members will meet once a month to explore the lakes of Mill Creek MetroParks. Meeting Schedule: May 22nd, July 17th, September 18th at E Newport Boat Launch // June 12th, August 14th, October 9th at Lake Glacier Boathouse. 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, whistle. Cost: $100 Mahoning County residents, $110 non-Mahoning County residents. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Thursday, May 22, 6-6:45 pm
Mill Creek Park: East Newport Boat Launch
Mill Creek Park: Lake Glacier Boathouse

Birding the Sawmill Creek Preserve

Enjoy birding with Jeff Harvey on this early morning hike at Sawmill Creek Preserve off Turner Rd. Canfield OH. Space limited. Boots required. Moderate. 1.25 mi. Register by 5/22, online or call Ford Nature Center 330.740.7107 x 129. FREE
Saturday, May 24, 8-9:30 am
Nature Preserves: Sawmill Creek Preserve

Rock the Park - a Geological Exploration of Mill Creek Park

Ever wonder how Mill Creek Park was formed? For much of geologic history, Ohio was underwater and near the equator! Join us on the Cohasset Express Trolley as we travel back over 300 million years and explore the formation of the Park throughout geologic time. Learn about the bedrock of the Park and how the Ice Age shaped the Park that we all love. Where possible, we will hop off to investigate geologic features up close. Trolley boards at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Register/pay by 5/22, online or call 330.740.7107 x 129. Adults: $10 R, $12 NR; Seniors/Youth: $7 R, $ 9 NR
Saturday, May 24, 10 am-Noon
Fellows Riverside Gardens Parking Lot

MetroCyclers Bike Trip

Meet at the MetroParks Farm trailhead for part 2 of 3 for our MetroParks Bikeway trip. Bring your own helmet, bike, and source of hydration. Cost for non-members: $10 Mahoning County residents, $15 non-Mahoning County Residents per bike trip. Call Wick Recreation Area for more details.
Sunday, June 1, 1-2 pm
Kirk Road Trailhead: Kirk Road Bikeway
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