Entries by Mill Creek MetroParks Staff

Mill Creek MetroParks to Open Roads Closed During Winter Season

Effective Friday, April 1, 2022 the following roads in Mill Creek Park will re-open to vehicular traffic: Chestnut Hill Drive, between Canfield Road and High Drive Calvary Run Drive, between Belle Vista Avenue and Milton Avenue Always use caution when driving on MetroParks roads as many of these roads are also used by pedestrians and… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks to Open Roads Closed During Winter Season

‘Tee it up:’ Golfers return to Mill Creek Golf Course

The longer days show you it’s spring, and you’ll see another sign this week when golfers return to Mill Creek Golf Course starting Wednesday. Some final preparation work was being done around the course on Tuesday — a grass cutting, the golf carts were gassed up and the pro shop cleaned up. The North Course… Continue Reading ‘Tee it up:’ Golfers return to Mill Creek Golf Course

Mill Creek MetroParks acquires land in Smith Twp.

The Mill Creek MetroParks is expanding after acquiring 161 acres of land in Smith Township. The MetroParks now owns Hawkins Marsh, which is located on W. Western Reserve Road. “The property is of interest because of the 161 acres. Nearly 80 acres of that are forested wetlands which are category three wetlands which are high… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks acquires land in Smith Twp.

Mill Creek Metroparks acquire 161-acre wetland in SW Mahoning County

Mill Creek Metroparks has increased its footprint to more than 5,000 acres following the purchase of 161 acres of land in the southwestern part of Mahoning County. Park officials announced on Tuesday that they have acquired land in Smith Township on West Western Reserve Road, known as Hawkins Marsh. The property, which consists of a… Continue Reading Mill Creek Metroparks acquire 161-acre wetland in SW Mahoning County

Mill Creek MetroParks acquires 161 acres in Smith Township

Mill Creek MetroParks has acquired 161 acres on West Western Reserve Road in Smith Township. The MetroParks partnered with West Creek Conservancy to acquire the land, known as Hawkins Marsh, with funds obtained through the Clean Ohio Conservation Fund, which provided $843,800 of the $1.1 million cost. The remaining $299,730 came in the form of… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks acquires 161 acres in Smith Township

Mill Creek MetroParks Continues Expansion to Better Serve Mahoning County

Thanks to another successful grant application to the Clean Ohio Conservation Fund, Mill Creek MetroParks has expanded its presence into another previously under-served area of Mahoning County and places the MetroParks at more than 5,000 total acres. The MetroParks has acquired 161 acres, located in Smith Township on W. Western Reserve Road, known as Hawkins… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks Continues Expansion to Better Serve Mahoning County

Cleanup day at Mill Creek Park seeking more volunteers

BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – With over 40 locations in the Mill Creek MetroParks system, more participants are needed for its 40th Earth Day Cleanup. Although more than 150 Scouts and volunteers are expected to scour Mill Creek MetroParks in recognition of Earth Day to remove winter buildup of litter and debris, more help is needed, especially along shorelines… Continue Reading Cleanup day at Mill Creek Park seeking more volunteers