Hand Feed a Chickadee

Hand Feed a Chickadee

When: Today, 9-11 a.m.

What: Black-capped chickadees are inquisitive birds that can be coaxed into landing on your hand – especially if you tempt them with food. Learn more about these incredible songbirds with a naturalist. We’ll provide the birdseed.

Where: Ford Nature Center, 840 Old Furnace Road, Youngstown.

Cost: Free

Info: Call the center at 330-740-7107.

Chat with a Naturalist

When: Today, 1-3 p.m.

What: Stop by the nature center to chat with a naturalist and learn about seasonal happenings at Mill Creek MetroParks.

Where: Ford Nature Center.

Cost: Free

Info: Call the center at 330-740-7107.

Naked Tree Hike

When: Sunday, 2-4 p.m.

What: Join Naturalist Arika Preas on a brisk hike through the park and learn how you can identify trees even when there are no leaves.

Where: Newport Boat House, West Newport Drive, Youngstown.

Cost: Free

Details: Moderate difficulty, 3 miles.

Info: Call Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107.

Recreational Hike

When: Wednesday, 9 a.m.

What: Join our volunteer-led recreational hike walking at your own pace.

Where: Kirk Road trailhead, MetroParks Bikeway, Kirk Road near Turner Road, Austintown.

Cost: Free

Details: Easy route, 2 or 4 miles.

Info: Call Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107.

Tales for Tots – Winter Tweets

When: Friday, 10-11 a.m.

What: Join us as we discover which birds are visiting our feeders this season. A story, craft and short walk are part of the fun.

Where: Ford Nature Center.

Cost: $4 for Mahoning County residents, $6, NR.

Details: For kids age 2 to 3 plus adult. Register/pay at Ford Nature Center by Wednesday.

Info: Call Ford Nature Center at 330-740-7107.

Picture Perfect

When: Jan. 20, 2-3:30 p.m.

What: The nature center’s photo contest organizer and a photography judge will give you basic information, tips and tricks to entering photos in local shows, including the center’s upcoming 17th Annual Nature Photography Contest and Exhibit.

Where: Huston-Brumbaugh Nature Center, 16146 Daniel St. NE, Minerva.

Details: Register by Friday.

Info: Visit naturecenter@mountunion.edu or call 330-823-7487.

Starting Seeds

When: Jan. 28, 9:30 a.m.-noon

What: A good start to life is key to the success of any plant, so join us to learn how to start those seeds. Speaker is Peg Zeleznik, master gardener volunteer.

Where: OSU Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield.

Cost: $15 per person includes refreshments, handouts and giveaways.

Details: Register ASAP. Seating is limited.

Info: Call 330-533-5538.