Entries by Mill Creek MetroParks Staff

Crowd flocks to farm animal baby shower

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Despite cool temperatures and intermittent sprinkles, the parking lot filled up quickly Saturday morning for the annual Farm Animal Baby Shower at the Mill Creek MetroParks Farm. Mill Creek MetroParks educator Lynn Zocolo of Salem said the event started in 1992 as an opportunity for children to see and feed baby animals. It has expanded… Continue Reading Crowd flocks to farm animal baby shower

Ghost hunters explore Mill Creek Park’s Pioneer Pavilion after hours

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Ghost hunters took over Mill Creek Park after hours on Saturday, searching for paranormal activity in the park. A group of 15 people joined park staff and the Collective Paranormal Research Society at Pioneer Pavilion. The park started the investigations in 2021 and later brought in the society. The pavilion was built in 1821 and… Continue Reading Ghost hunters explore Mill Creek Park’s Pioneer Pavilion after hours

MetroParks Farm hosts Farm Animal Baby Shower

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Visitors will get to meet the farm’s newest arrivals, including goats, piglets, calves, chicks and ducklings. Those attending also will have the opportunity to see mother animals who are still expecting. A sheep shearing demonstration runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The shower takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the… Continue Reading MetroParks Farm hosts Farm Animal Baby Shower

Earth Day tradition bringing new trees to Mill Creek MetroParks

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When driving through Mill Creek MetroParks, you may notice white tubes sticking out of the ground. Inside each tube is a growing tree, which was planted for Earth day. Around 25 volunteers First Energy helped plant 400 donated trees. There were a variety of trees and shrubs planted, including american holly, maple, red buds and… Continue Reading Earth Day tradition bringing new trees to Mill Creek MetroParks

Mill Creek MetroParks Announces Annual Farm Animal Baby Shower

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Mill Creek MetroParks is excited to announce its annual Farm Animal Baby Showerat the MetroParks Farm (7574 Columbiana-Canfield Rd, Canfield) on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Families and individuals are encouraged to attend this free admission, family-friendly event to meet the newest arrivals at the MetroParks Farm, including goats, piglets,… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks Announces Annual Farm Animal Baby Shower

Mill Creek MetroParks Roads to Reopen for the Season

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Mill Creek MetroParks is announcing the reopening of roads previously closed for the winter season, providing greater access to the park’s stunning landscapes and outdoor recreation opportunities. Beginning April 11, 2025 High Drive, between Chestnut Hill Drive and West Cohasset Drive, Chestnut Hill Drive, between Canfield Road and High Drive and Calvary Run Drive, between… Continue Reading Mill Creek MetroParks Roads to Reopen for the Season

Ohio grants $651K for conservation projects in Braceville, Beaver Townships

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The Ohio Public Works Commission has awarded nearly $651,000 in grants to Trumbull and Mahoning counties for conservation projects through its Clean Ohio Green Space Conservation Program, the agency announced on Tuesday. Dedicated to environmental conservation through land acquisition and the protection and enhancement of rivers and streams, grant recipients commit to maintaining the properties… Continue Reading Ohio grants $651K for conservation projects in Braceville, Beaver Townships

Two local park systems awarded funds for improvements

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Two local park systems will share in a $16 million statewide grant from the Ohio Public Works Commission. Mill Creek MetroParks and Trumbull County MetroParks will get over $600,000. Trumbull County will use $500,787 to extend the Braceville Nature Preserve. Mill Creek will use $150,000 to improve the Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary in Beaver Township.… Continue Reading Two local park systems awarded funds for improvements