Mill Creek MetroParks to Open Roads Closed During Winter Season

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Effective Friday, March 31, 2023 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 bicyclists. Pedestrians and bicyclists should be reminded to also use caution and be aware of vehicular traffic when on these roads. For more information about Mill Creek MetroParks, visit our website at www.millcreekmetroparks.org.

“Nature: Real and Imagined” to be on Display in Weller Gallery

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Mill Creek MetroParks presents Nature: Real and Imagined featuring artist Malorie Martin. The exhibit features printmaking that explores the true-to-life forms of flora and fauna, in contrast to their artistic, or imagined renderings. By utilizing cyanotype, a photo-chemical printmaking process, Martin first captures the silhouette of different flora onto paper and fabric then block prints hand carved images of the same plants or corresponding insects. “These works seek to highlight the differences between what we see and what we create when working from nature, in a bright and whimsical way,” says artist Malorie Martin.

This free exhibit is on display April 2 –July 3, 2023, in the Weller Gallery located inside the Davis Center at Fellows Riverside Gardens, during normal operating hours of Tuesdays – Sundays, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., closed Mondays. A Meet the Artist session will take place on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 2 – 4 p.m. in the Weller Gallery at Fellows Riverside Gardens.

For more information on this exhibit please visit or call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330.740.7116.

Cancellation Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

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Due to a lack of quorum, the Recreation Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks meeting originally scheduled for today, Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield has been cancelled. A rescheduled meeting will be announced at a later date.

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

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The Recreation Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield.

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

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The Natural Resources Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield.

 

Mill Creek MetroParks Shares Management Recommendations to Address White-tailed Deer Population

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Based upon current survey data regarding overall deer densities, ecosystem health, and public input the MetroParks is recommending the implementation of a facility-based management program to manage white-tailed deer populations on MetroParks properties. This program would employ a combination of proven options based on current scientific research and best management practices approved by the Ohio Division of Wildlife.

The MetroParks website has been updated to include the most recent information regarding white-tailed deer in the MetroParks. Answers to basic questions and supporting documentation regarding the deer population estimates and proposed management options can be found by logging onto the MetroParks website or by scanning the QR code included.

Notice of March Board Meeting

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The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, March 13, 2023, at 6:00 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.

Mill Creek MetroParks Shares Results of Deer Population Survey & Seeks Input

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Mill Creek MetroParks recently completed survey efforts to identify the deer population within all MetroParks owned or managed properties. Results of that survey were shared with the public at the Board of Park Commissioners on Monday, February 13, 2023. Infrared aerial deer photography identified a deer population within the MetroParks that is more than nineteen (19) times the recommended carrying capacity of the land, leading to significant negative impacts to both the health of the deer population and the ecological biodiversity of the land as well as increased human conflicts.

As a result of the survey, the MetroParks is actively working towards the development of a long-term management plan to address the issue. In doing so, the MetroParks is actively seeking input from members of the community who wish to provide input and/or comment on this issue. Members of the community can log onto the MetroParks website or scan the QR code included.

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee February Meeting

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The Natural Resources Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield.

Notice of February Board Meeting

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The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2023, at 6:00 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.