As warmer weather approaches, Mill Creek MetroParks is gearing up for a slew of capital improvements. Although work will not begin this year, the MetroParks is in the early stages of a major renovation of Ford Nature Center. Design work for the $3 million project is slated to wrap up this spring. Steve Avery, MetroParks… Continue Reading Major improvements coming to Mill Creek MetroParks
A new report issued by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) demonstrates the vast economic impact of our nation’s local parks. According to the report, operations and capital spending by Ohio local parks was responsible for $3,456,029,725 in economic activity and supported 30,005 jobs. Developed in partnership with the Center for Regional Analysis at… Continue Reading Ohio Local Parks Generate $3,456,029,725 in Economic Activity
With more than 40 locations in the Mill Creek MetroParks system needing attention, groups are needed more than ever to lend a hand and participate in this year’s Earth Day Cleanup. Although more than 300 Scouts and volunteers are expected to scour Mill Creek MetroParks in recognition of Earth Day to remove winter buildup of… Continue Reading Annual Mill Creek MetroParks Earth Day Cleanup seeks groups to participate
Andy Santor, head professional at Mill Creek Golf Course, has become a certified PGA Professional in the Professional Golfers’ Association of America, Mill Creek MetroParks announced. PGA’s certified professional program offers four certifications: player development, golf operations, golf facility management and teaching and coaching. “I’m extremely excited to offer the new skills I’ve recently acquired… Continue Reading Certified PGA Pro
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will be held on Monday, March 12, 2018, at 6 p.m., in McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. The agenda will be available after 2 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
Mill Creek MetroParks Head Professional, Andy Santor, becomes a Certified PGA Professional in the PGA of America. The Certified Professional Program (2.0) is a valuable achievement in a learning strategy aimed at improving PGA Professionals proficiency and advancing facility opportunities. The program is the PGA of America’s career enhancing educational curriculum that supports the goals… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks Head Professional recognized by the PGA of America
The following roads in Mill Creek Park will be closed to vehicular traffic as well as cyclists and pedestrians from approximately 6:30 a.m. until Noon on Sunday, March 4, 2018 for the Youngstown Road Runners Club Distance Classic Half Marathon: • New Cross Drive • Bears Den Drive • Cross Drive • West Drive… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks Road Closures
Successful indoor gardening requires knowledge of both plant material and growing techniques. Learning how to select the right plants for your indoor space, houseplant basics, light levels and temperatures can increase your plant’s survival rate. Because even though we can control our indoor environment more steadily than the outdoors, at times it seems harder to… Continue Reading Learn gardening practices in new MetroParks course
Mahoning County Probate Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. tonight swore in Jeff Harvey to serve on the Mill Creek MetroParks board. Another new appointment to the board, Paul Olivier, will be sworn in at a later date, as he was unable to attend the MetroParks board meeting tonight. Judge Rusu called Harvey and Olivier “just… Continue Reading Jeff Harvey to serve on the Mill Creek MetroParks board
The Environment Standing Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners will meet on Thursday, February 15, 2018, at 1 p.m. in Classroom A at the MetroParks Farm in Canfield.