The Education Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at Ford Nature Center, 840 Old Furnace Road, in Youngstown.
The Finance Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 3:30 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield.
The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. The agenda will be available on the website after 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
As a reminder, all weapons are prohibited inside Mill Creek MetroParks facilities. All members of the public attending the meetings will be required to pass through a metal detection device as part of MetroParks safety procedures.
The Finance Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks meeting scheduled for Friday, June 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield has been cancelled due to lack of quorum.
The Finance Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield.
Mill Creek MetroParks welcomes the return of the Youngstown Marathon Foundation’s Sole to City Half-Marathon on Sunday, May 31, 2026! This annual event brings together runners from near and far to experience the park’s scenic beauty while promoting health, wellness, and community spirit.
To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, some roads and facilities will be temporarily closed to vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Roads & Facilities Affected:
East Golf Hike & Bike Trail (including parking lots at Shields Road and SR 224)
East Newport Hike & Bike Trail
East Newport Drive
Kreider’s Entrance
Old Mill Drive
Chestnut Hill Drive
High Drive
West Cohasset Drive
Valley Drive
East Park Drive (including parking lots)
East Park Hike & Bike Trail
East Cohasset Hike & Bike Trail
Robinson Hill Drive
Memorial Hill Drive
East Glacier Drive
Lanterman’s Mill
Limited Access Areas:
Ford Nature Center will only be accessible via Volney Road from Glenwood Avenue.
Lily Pond will only be accessible via the McCollum Road entrance onto Birch Hill Drive.
Lake Newport Wetlands will only be accessible via the Sheban Drive entrance to West Newport Drive.
As always, we remind drivers to use caution on MetroParks roads, as they are shared with pedestrians and cyclists. Likewise, pedestrians and cyclists should remain aware of vehicular traffic for a safe and enjoyable park experience.
The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, May 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. The agenda will be available on the website after 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
As a reminder, all weapons are prohibited inside Mill Creek MetroParks facilities. All members of the public attending the meetings will be required to pass through a metal detection device as part of MetroParks safety procedures.
The Natural Resources Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., in the Ford Nature Center Education Building – Classroom A, located at 840 Old Furnace Road, in Youngstown.
Mill Creek MetroParks is excited to announce its annual Farm Animal Baby Shower at the MetroParks Farm (7574 Columbiana-Canfield Rd, Canfield) on Saturday, April 25, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 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, calves, chicks, ducklings, and more. Guests will also have the opportunity to see mother animals who are still expecting.
Additional Activities and Amenities:
Parking Information:
Free on-site parking will be available, with additional parking across the street at the Canfield Fairgrounds.
The barns at the MetroParks Farm are currently open for the season, welcoming visitors to view animals daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Extended hours will be available from June through October, with the barns remaining open until 5:00 p.m.
For more information about the Farm Animal Baby Shower or the MetroParks Farm, please visit www.millcreekmetroparks.org.
The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. The agenda will be available on the website after 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
As a reminder, all weapons are prohibited inside Mill Creek MetroParks facilities. All members of the public attending the meetings will be required to pass through a metal detection device as part of MetroParks safety procedures.