The community will see improvements in trails, signage, pavilions, restrooms, nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
It’ll be a busy year for Mill Creek Metroparks as many areas and attractions will start improvements in 2022.
This year, the park is expected to reach a 5,000 acre span, 50 miles of trails and see 15 Mahoning County jurisdictions.
“We are purchasing more land and we are planning on closing on those purchases in the first quarter of 2022,” said Aaron Young, Executive Director of Mill Creek Metroparks.
The community will see improvements in trails, signage, pavilions, restrooms, nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
“The year 2022 begins our second five-year capital improvement plan,” Young told 21 News’ Erin Simonek, “We anticipate continuing that moving forward and improving all aspects of the Metroparks.”
Lanterman’s Mill, Fellows Riverside Gardens and and the Metroparks Farm will also see upgrades. The farm will even feature an NCAA cross-country course.
“We can partner with our local educational facilities to the college level on down to the high school level, and be that platform for cross-country meets,” Young added.
The park plans to expand the bike trial from Western Reserve Road to the Mahoning County line but because of the ongoing eminent domain battle, they might not begin construction until 2023.
Golf lovers will see the new golf simulator at Mill Creek’s course.
“The golf simulation projects will be the upstairs at the current Metroparks Fieldhouse,” Young added.
2022 capital improvements will come with a price tag of about $2.7 million.
“Regardless of what you enjoy, by partaking and visiting the Metroparks, we hope to improve that experience for you,” Young said about these improvements.
Park officials are also raising full and part time employees wages by 3%.
The Ford Nature Center is also expected to open in June 2022.
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The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, January 10, 2022, at 6 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. Guidelines recommended by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will apply. The agenda will be available on the website after 2 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
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Mill Creek MetroParks has teamed up with NFL Flag to launch a co-ed youth NFL Flag Football League this spring at Wick Recreation Area. Participants will wear Mill Creek MetroParks/NFL team branded jerseys. Every player also will receive flags with a belt, socks, shorts, a drawstring bag, a water bottle, optional shoe fittings and team picture opportunities. Registration is open to age groups 4U, 6U, 8U, 10U and 12U. The player registration fee is $119.99 for Mahoning County residents and $129.99 for nonresidents. Players will receive $10 off if they register by Feb. 28. Register online here, in person at Wick Recreation Area or by calling 330-740-7114.
Skill evaluations will take place April 11 or 12. The evaluations will be followed by a coaches draft for team selections. Games will be played on Saturdays at Wick Recreation Area from May 14 through June 18. “We’re thrilled to bring NFL Flag to the football-hungry communities of the Valley, and to host a flag football season at Wick Recreation Area,” Chris Bundy, Mill Creek recreation manager, said in a news release. “Backed by the NFL and our league-experienced staff, we’re proud to offer a flag football experience that features family friendly, alcohol-free tailgating, cheerleaders and some fun, fast-paced football action.”
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Mill Creek Metroparks unveil 2022 improvement plans
/in Media Coverage/by Mill Creek MetroParks StaffThe community will see improvements in trails, signage, pavilions, restrooms, nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
It’ll be a busy year for Mill Creek Metroparks as many areas and attractions will start improvements in 2022.
This year, the park is expected to reach a 5,000 acre span, 50 miles of trails and see 15 Mahoning County jurisdictions.
“We are purchasing more land and we are planning on closing on those purchases in the first quarter of 2022,” said Aaron Young, Executive Director of Mill Creek Metroparks.
The community will see improvements in trails, signage, pavilions, restrooms, nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
“The year 2022 begins our second five-year capital improvement plan,” Young told 21 News’ Erin Simonek, “We anticipate continuing that moving forward and improving all aspects of the Metroparks.”
Lanterman’s Mill, Fellows Riverside Gardens and and the Metroparks Farm will also see upgrades. The farm will even feature an NCAA cross-country course.
“We can partner with our local educational facilities to the college level on down to the high school level, and be that platform for cross-country meets,” Young added.
The park plans to expand the bike trial from Western Reserve Road to the Mahoning County line but because of the ongoing eminent domain battle, they might not begin construction until 2023.
Golf lovers will see the new golf simulator at Mill Creek’s course.
“The golf simulation projects will be the upstairs at the current Metroparks Fieldhouse,” Young added.
2022 capital improvements will come with a price tag of about $2.7 million.
“Regardless of what you enjoy, by partaking and visiting the Metroparks, we hope to improve that experience for you,” Young said about these improvements.
Park officials are also raising full and part time employees wages by 3%.
The Ford Nature Center is also expected to open in June 2022.
Read the Original Article at WFMJ.
Notice of January Board Meeting
/in Press Releases/by Mill Creek MetroParks StaffThe next Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, of Mill Creek MetroParks is scheduled for Monday, January 10, 2022, at 6 p.m., in the Education Building – McMahon Hall, at the MetroParks Farm, on Rt. 46, in Canfield. Guidelines recommended by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will apply. The agenda will be available on the website after 2 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
Mill Creek MetroParks launches youth NFL Flag Football League. Here’s the game plan
/in Media Coverage/by Mill Creek MetroParks StaffMill Creek MetroParks has teamed up with NFL Flag to launch a co-ed youth NFL Flag Football League this spring at Wick Recreation Area. Participants will wear Mill Creek MetroParks/NFL team branded jerseys. Every player also will receive flags with a belt, socks, shorts, a drawstring bag, a water bottle, optional shoe fittings and team picture opportunities. Registration is open to age groups 4U, 6U, 8U, 10U and 12U. The player registration fee is $119.99 for Mahoning County residents and $129.99 for nonresidents. Players will receive $10 off if they register by Feb. 28. Register online here, in person at Wick Recreation Area or by calling 330-740-7114.
Skill evaluations will take place April 11 or 12. The evaluations will be followed by a coaches draft for team selections. Games will be played on Saturdays at Wick Recreation Area from May 14 through June 18. “We’re thrilled to bring NFL Flag to the football-hungry communities of the Valley, and to host a flag football season at Wick Recreation Area,” Chris Bundy, Mill Creek recreation manager, said in a news release. “Backed by the NFL and our league-experienced staff, we’re proud to offer a flag football experience that features family friendly, alcohol-free tailgating, cheerleaders and some fun, fast-paced football action.”
Read the original article at Mahoning Matters.