Entries by Mill Creek MetroParks Staff

Weller Gallery displays MVWS members’ work

The work of Mahoning Valley Watercolor Society members will be on display through April 17 at Mill Creek MetroParks’ Weller Gallery. “A Splash of Color” features the work of 31 area artists who create with watercolor, plein air watercolor, acrylic and alcohol ink. MVWS was founded in 1982 by 11 artists with the goal to encourage… Continue Reading Weller Gallery displays MVWS members’ work

A Splash of Color to be on Display in Weller Gallery

Mill Creek MetroParks presents A Splash of Color showcasing local artists from the Mahoning Valley Watercolor Society (MVWS). The exhibit will feature 31 local artists who create with watercolor, plein air watercolor, acrylic, and alcohol ink. MVWS was founded in 1982 by eleven area artists with a goal to encourage local watercolor painters. The Society… Continue Reading A Splash of Color to be on Display in Weller Gallery

Mill Creek Metroparks unveil 2022 improvement plans

The community will see improvements in trails, signage, pavilions, restrooms, nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries. It’ll be a busy year for Mill Creek Metroparks as many areas and attractions will start improvements in 2022. This year, the park is expected to reach a 5,000 acre span, 50 miles of trails and see 15 Mahoning County… Continue Reading Mill Creek Metroparks unveil 2022 improvement plans

Mill Creek MetroParks launches youth NFL Flag Football League. Here’s the game plan

Mill Creek MetroParks has teamed up with NFL Flag to launch a co-ed youth NFL Flag Football League this spring at Wick Recreation Area. Participants will wear Mill Creek MetroParks/NFL team branded jerseys. Every player also will receive flags with a belt, socks, shorts, a drawstring bag, a water bottle, optional shoe fittings and team… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks launches youth NFL Flag Football League. Here’s the game plan

Mill Creek MetroParks announces NFL Youth Flag Football League

Mill Creek MetroParks announced the launch of its first co-ed youth NFL flag football league this spring at Wick Recreation Area. The league is powered by NFL Flag, and participants will wear Mill Creek MetroParks and NFL team-branded jerseys with additional NFL Flag support resources available to coaches and participants. “Backed by the NFL and… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks announces NFL Youth Flag Football League

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

The Finance Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Friday, January 7, 2022, at 2:30 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. Covid-19 guidelines recommended by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and Centers for Disease… Continue Reading Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

Mill Creek MetroParks Announces NFL Youth Flag Football League at Wick Recreation Area

Mill Creek MetroParks announces the launch of its first ever Co-Ed Youth NFL Flag Football League this Spring at Wick Recreation Area! The league is powered by NFL Flag and participants will be decked out in Mill Creek MetroParks/NFL team branded jerseys with additional NFL Flag support resources available to coaches and participants. “We’re thrilled… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks Announces NFL Youth Flag Football League at Wick Recreation Area

Mill Creek Park Golf Course receives $15,000 donation

Valley golfers know the history of Mill Creek Park Golf Course. Golfers around the country are aware that it was designed by premier golf architect Donald Ross. It was his only 36-hole layout in the United States. The Donald Ross Society presented a $15,000 check to the golf course for the second consecutive year to support continuing… Continue Reading Mill Creek Park Golf Course receives $15,000 donation

Mill Creek MetroParks adds 218 acres of land near wildlife sanctuary

The land includes 3,875 linear feet of Mill Creek and nearly 96 acres of high-quality wetlands on Calla Road. Mill Creek MetroParks has acquired 218 acres of land near its Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary in Beaver Township. The land includes 3,875 linear feet of Mill Creek and nearly 96 acres of high-quality wetlands on Calla… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks adds 218 acres of land near wildlife sanctuary