Mill Creek Park opens new recreation center featuring patio, playground, splash pad

Mill Creek MetroParks is celebrating a grand opening Thursday.

At 10 a.m., it held a ribbon cutting for the brand-new Wick Recreation Center.

The building was already there but the park made some major upgrades using $1.5 million from its general fund.

There’s a concession stand with a patio, and a place to buy Mill Creek merchandise and rent sporting equipment.

Inside, there’s a community room for rentals.

It’s also the perfect spot to enjoy outdoor activities.

“It offers multiple recreational activities such as deck hockey, soccer, baseball, tennis, batting cages. We have playgrounds and splash pads, all available for use by the community,” said Jaime Yohman, community engagement director.

It’s a good thing the new Wick Recreation Center is open year-round because it’s located right next to the sledding hill.

 

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