MetroParks summer leagues, camps, recreation. Activities include kayaking, archery camp, adult golf leagues and hikes with dogs.
Recreation
Kayaking
Ecotour Kayak. Lake Newport Boathouse, W. Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Learn about local flora and fauna during this guided interpretive kayak program. Limited kayaks available to rent or bring your own. For ages 16 and older. Register/pay by June 12, online or call. No walk-ins. No pets. 4-6:30 p.m., Sunday, June 14. $15 to rent a kayak, $5 to bring your own.
Sunset Ecotour Kayak. Lake Newport Boathouse, W. Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Paddle the Newport Wetlands at sunset to catch a glimpse of wildlife from a unique perspective. Learn about local flora and fauna during this guided interpretive kayak program. Kayaks available to rent or bring your own. Ages 16 and older. Registration required. Register/pay by June 24, online or call. No walk-ins. No pets. $15 to rent a kayak, $5 to bring your own. 7-9:30 p.m., Friday, June 26.
Yoga
Yoga Basics Course (outdoors). Radius Program Classroom, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Instructor Karres Cvetovich leads the eight-week course. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a mat, light blanket and pillow. Register online or call. 8-9:15 a.m., Sunday, June 28-Aug. 16. $96.
Yoga Basics Course (outdoors). Kidston Pavilion, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Eight-week outdoor class led by instructor Karres Cvetkovich. Register online or call. Tuesdays, 6-7:15 p.m., June 30-Aug. 18. $96.
Yoga Basics Course (outdoors). Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. This outdoor yoga class will be taught by instructor Karres Cvetovich. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a mat, light blanket and pillow. Register online or call. An eight-week course. Sundays, 8-9:15 a.m., Aug. 23-Oct. 11. $96.
Yoga Basics Course (outdoors). Kidston Pavilion, Fellows Riverside Gardens, Mill Creek MetroParks, 123 McKinley Ave., Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7116, ext. 230. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. This outdoor yoga class will be taught by instructor Karres Cvetovich. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a mat, light blanket and pillow. Register online or call. A six-week course. 6-7:15 p.m., Tuesdays, Aug. 25-Sep. 29. $72.
Adults sports leagues
Women’s Par 3 Golf League. Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. League for women 18 and older. Group outings will be held weekly on Tuesdays in a shotgun format. Includes a season-ending tournament on Sept. 29. Each outing will alternate play between the front and back 9. Participants receive one weekly round of golf and MetroParks-branded golf top with their registration. Registration deadline is Aug. 18. Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m., Aug. 18-Sept. 29. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Men’s Par 3 Golf League. Par-3 Golf Course (front 9), Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. For men 18 and older. Includes a season-ending tournament on Oct. 1. Group outings will be held weekly on Thursdays in a shotgun format. Weekly outings will alternate play between the front and back 9. Participants will receive one weekly round of golf and a MetroParks-branded golf shirt with their registration. Registration deadline is Aug. 20. Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., Aug. 20-Oct. 1. $60 for resident, $70 for nonresident.
Youth sports leagues/camps
Archery
Youth Archery Camp (ages 6-9). Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. During the four-day camp, participants will receive one-on-one instruction teaching how to safely operate a compound bow. Registration deadline is June 22. Monday-Thursday, 4:30-5:45 p.m., June 22-25. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Archery Camp (ages 10-12). Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. During the four-day camp, participants will learn how to safely operate a compound bow. Registration deadline is June 22. Monday-Thursday, 6-7:15 p.m., June 22-25. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Archery Camp (ages 6-9). Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. During the four-day camp, participants learn how to safely operate a compound bow. Registration deadline is July 20. Monday-Thursday, 4:30-5:45 p.m., July 20-23. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Archery Camp (ages 10-12). Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. During the four-day camp, participants learn how to safely operate a compound bow. Registration deadline is July 20. Monday-Thursday, 6-7:15 p.m., July 20-23. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Archery Camp (ages 6-9). Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. During the four-day camp, participants will learn how to safely operate a compound bow. Registration deadline is Aug. 10. Monday-Thursday, 4:30-5:45 p.m., Aug. 10-13. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Archery Camp (ages 10-12). Archery Range, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. During the four-day camp, participants will learn how to safely operate a compound bow. Registration deadline is Aug. 10. Monday-Thursday, 6-7:15 p.m., Aug. 10-13. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Day camps
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at Ford Nature Center (ages 8-12). Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Explore nature and science through nature activities, experiments and discovery hikes. Features a different nature theme and park location each week. Registration required. Register/pay by June 8 online or call. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, June 10. $25.
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at the MetroParks Farm. Education Building, Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. For ages 8-12. Session covers growing crops and raising animals. Register/pay by June 15 online or call. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, June 17. $25 per child, per session.
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at Birch Hill Cabin (ages 8-12). Birch Hill Cabin, Lily Pond Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. For ages 8-12. Learn about the tiny animals that live in Bear Creek through hands-on games and exploration. Registration required. Register/pay by June 22 online or call. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, June 24. $25.
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at Pioneer Pavilion (ages 8-12). Pioneer Pavilion, Mill Creek MetroParks, Old Furnace Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Learn wild nature facts through activities, experiments and discovery hikes. Features a different nature theme and park location each week. Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with activities, games, hikes and fun. Registration required. Register/pay by June 29 online or call. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, July 1. $25 per child, per session.
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at Wick Recreation Area (ages 8-12). Thomas J. Bresko Pavilion, Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Learn all about the life of local trees through stories, games and a hike to search for the biggest trees. Registration required. Register/pay by July 6 online or call. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, July 8. $25 per child, per session.
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at Yellow Creek Park (ages 8-12). Yellow Creek Lodge, Yellow Creek Park, Mill Creek MetroParks, 19½ Lowellville Road, Struthers 44471. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Day camp includes nature activities, experiments and discovery hikes with a different nature theme and park location each week. Registration required. Register/pay by July 13. Online or call. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, July 15. $25.
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at Lanterman’s Mill (ages 8-12). Ford Nature Education Center, Mill Creek MetroParks, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown, 44511. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. For ages 8-12. Explore nature and science through activities, experiments and discovery hikes with a different nature theme and park location each week. This event features a tour of Lanterman’s Mill and a ride on the Cohasset Express Trolley. Register/pay by July 20 online or call. Access notice: The trolley may not be accessible for individuals with mobility limitations. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, July 22. $25.
Kids’ Wild Wednesdays Day Camp at Vickers Nature Preserve (ages 8-12). Pavilion, Vickers Nature Preserve, 10334 W. Akron-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Learn about the super senses of the animals who call Ohio home. Head out on on the trail in search of wildlife using your senses. Register/pay by July 27 online or call. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, July 29. $25.
Farm camps
Youth Farm Camp (ages 6-9). Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. A four-day camp. Learn the fundamentals of various sports including archery, fishing and disc golf. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. June 8 is the registration deadline. Monday-Thursday, 4:30-5:45 p.m., June 8-11. $60 residents, $70 nonresidents.
Youth Farm Camp (ages 10-12). Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. Four-day camp. Learn the fundamentals of various sports including archery, fishing and disc golf. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. The registration deadline is June 8. Monday-Thursday, 6-7:15 p.m., June 8-11. $60 residents, $70 nonresidents.
Youth Farm Camp (ages 6-9). Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Four-day camp teaches the fundamentals of various sports, including archery, fishing and disc golf. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. The registration deadline is July 6. Monday-Thursday, 4:30-5:45 p.m., July 6-9. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Farm Camp (ages 10-12). Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. During the four-day camp, participants will learn the fundamentals of various sports including archery, fishing, and disc golf. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. Registration deadline is July 6. Monday-Thursday, 6-7:15 p.m., July 6-9. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Farm Camp (ages 6-9). Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. During the four-day camp, participants will learn the fundamentals of various sports including archery, fishing and disc golf. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. The registration deadline is Aug. 3. Monday-Thursday, 4:30-5:45 p.m., Aug. 3-6. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Youth Farm Camp (ages 10-12). Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. During the four-day camp, participants will learn the fundamentals of various sports including archery, fishing and disc golf. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. The registration deadline is Aug. 3. Monday-Thursday, 6-7:15 p.m., Aug. 3-6. $60 for residents, $70 for nonresidents.
Fishing
Fishing in the Park (ages 3-12). Lake Newport Boathouse, W. Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. For ages 3-12. Mill Creek MetroParks will provide equipment and bait to all registered youth participants. A valid fishing license is required participants 16 and older. 5-6:30 p.m., Friday, June 5. $3.
Fishing in the Park (ages 3-12). Mill Creek MetroParks Farm, 7574 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Canfield 44406. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. 330-740-7114. This outing is primarily for youth ages 3-12 and will take place at the MetroParks Farm Fishing Pond off the spur trail. Equipment and bait provided for all registered youth participants. A valid fishing license is required for participants 16 years old and older. 5-6:30 p.m., Friday, July 10.
Fishing in the Park (ages 3-12). Lake Newport Boathouse, W. Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. This outing is primarily for anglers ages 3-12 years. The MetroParks will provide fishing equipment and bait. A valid fishing license is required for participants 16 and older. Call for details. 5-6:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 7.
Soccer
Tiny Tikes Soccer League (ages 3-5). Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Learning league runs weekly on Saturdays. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded uniform (top only), one pair of black socks, water bottle, soccer sticker and drawstring bag. Athletic shorts, shoes/cleats and shin guards are required but not provided by Mill Creek MetroParks. Cleats must be non-metal tips. Shin guards can be purchased at the Wick Recreation Area team shop. Registration deadline: June 28. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, July 11-Aug. 22. $75 for residents, $85 for nonresidents.
Youth Soccer League (ages 6-12). Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. League runs weekly on Saturdays and wraps with a season-ending tournament. Participants will be placed in appropriate age groups, depending on registrations. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded uniform (top only), one pair of black socks, water bottle, soccer sticker and drawstring bag. Athletic shorts, shoes/cleats and shin guards are required, but not provided by Mill Creek MetroParks. Cleats must be non-metal tips. Shin guards can be purchased at the Wick Recreation Area team shop. Registration deadline: June 28. Call for details. 9 a.m.-noon on Saturdays from July 11-Aug. 22. $90 for residents, $100 for nonresidents.
Sports camps
Youth Sports Camp (ages 6-12). Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. During the four-day camp, participants will learn the fundamentals of various sports including soccer, flag football, hockey, tennis, pickleball, golf, baseball/softball and volleyball. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. Registration deadline is June 15. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon, June 15-18. $100 for residents, $110 for nonresidents.
Youth Sports Camp (ages 6-12). Wick Recreation Area, Mill Creek MetroParks, 1861 McCollum Road, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Four-day camp teaches the fundamentals of soccer, flag football, hockey, tennis, pickleball, golf, baseball/softball and volleyball. Participants will receive a MetroParks-branded water bottle, camp sticker and drawstring bag. Registration deadline is July 13. 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Thursday, July 13-16. $100 residents, $110 nonresidents.
Other
Silent Idora: The Memories Remain – a Paranormal Investigation. Overflow parking lot, Lanterman’s Mill, Mill Creek MetroParks, 980 Canfield Road, Youngstown 44511. 330-740-7107, ext. 129. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Park staff and the Collective Paranormal Research Society will lead a paranormal investigation of of the Lanterman’s Mill overflow parking lot which was once part of Idora Park. The group will look for “spirit energy.” Bring a flashlight, chair and your own ghost-hunting equipment. Dress for the weather. Register/pay by June 11, online or call. No walk-ins. 8-11 p.m., Saturday, June 13. $40.
MetroMutts: Lily Pond Hike. Lily Pond parking lot, Lily Pond, Lily Pond Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. Features a 1-2 mile hike on the trails surrounding the Lily Pond. Call Wick Recreation Area for more information. Noon-1 p.m., Saturday, June 27. MetroMutts members are free, nonmembers are $10.
MetroMutts: Newport Wetlands Hike. Newport Wetlands parking lot, W. Newport Drive, Mill Creek MetroParks, Boardman 44512. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Features a 2-mile hike on the trails surrounding the Lake Newport Wetlands. Call Wick Recreation Area for information. 8-9 a.m., Saturday, July 18. MetroMutts members are free, nonmembers are $10.
MetroMutts: East Cohasset Trail. Flats Parking Lot, Mill Creek MetroParks, Youngstown 44509. 330-740-7114. www.millcreekmetroparks.org. Features an early morning, 2-3 mile hike on the East Cohasset Trail. Meet at the trail head at the Flats parking lot. Members are free, nonmembers are $10. Call for information. 8-9 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 8.
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