The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, October 17, 2022, at 6 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 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
The following in Mill Creek MetroParks will be closed to vehicular traffic as well as cyclists and pedestrians from approximately 7 a.m. until Noon on Sunday, October 9, 2022, for the Youngstown Peace Race:
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.
Beginning Thursday, October 6, 2022, West Newport Trail in Mill Creek Park will be closed for a trail rehabilitation project. Work will consist of necessary earthwork, installation of stormwater conduit, installation of aggregate trail surface, and miscellaneous related items.
The project is expected to last approximately forty-five (45) days in total, barring any inclement weather that would delay or prolong the anticipated project schedule.
Please contact Mill Creek MetroParks at 330-702-3000 for additional project information.
The Natural Resources Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at Slippery Rock Pavilion. GPS coordinates for the meeting location are: +41.086735, -80.675.
Mill Creek MetroParks presents Pumpkin Walk at Twilight on Sunday, October 16, 2022 until 8:00 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens (123 McKinley Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44509). Beginning at 4:00 p.m., families can take part in the wonders of the fall season as they walk along the pumpkin-lined paths as the day turns to night. Be sure and visit Scarecrow Row, a new attraction in 2022, located near the Margaret Cushwa Education Building. Scarecrow Row features various scarecrows dressed and decorated by local area non-profit organizations. This free, outdoor event is open to the public and sponsored by 21 WFMJ/WBCB. During the evening, refreshments will be available for purchase inside the Garden Café by Kravitz and by the OH Donut Co. donut truck. Mill Creek MetroParks branded merchandise will also be available for purchase at the event.
On October 14, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., join us for family-friendly pumpkin carving. The finished pumpkins will be displayed during Pumpkin Walk at Twilight. The outdoor carving area will be located in a section of the parking lot at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Pumpkins and carving tools will be supplied or feel free to bring your own carving tools. Carving will continue while pumpkin supplies last. Carved pumpkins cannot be taken with you before, during, or after the event – they are to be displayed at the Pumpkin Walk event. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead. This event is also free and open to the public of all ages.
For questions and more information, please call Fellows Riverside Gardens at 330.740.7116.
The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, September 19, 2022, at 6 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 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
The following in Mill Creek Park will be closed to vehicular traffic as well as cyclists and pedestrians from approximately 6:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 18, 2022 for the Green Cathedral Half Marathon/5K:
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.
The following in Mill Creek MetroParks will be closed to vehicular traffic as well as cyclists and pedestrians from approximately 7:00 a.m. until Noon on Saturday, September 10, 2022 for the YMCA Community Cup:
• Bears Den Drive
• Cross Drive
• New Cross Drive
• West Park Drive (W. West Drive)
• West Drive
• Slippery Rock Bridge
• West Glacier Drive
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.
The following roads in Mill Creek MetroParks will be closed to vehicular traffic as well as cyclists and pedestrians from approximately 7 a.m. until Noon on Sunday, August 28, 2022 for the Covelli Panerathon:
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.
The Mill Creek Golf Course will be closed Friday, August 12, 2022 for the Greatest Golfer of the Valley Tournament. Both North and South Courses will be closed. The Course will reopen to the public after 6:00 pm. The Practice Range and Par-3 Course will be available and open all day.