History Paddle: Canoe Through the Lock (Adults and 8+), 31 August | Event in Grand Rapids | AllEvents

History Paddle: Canoe Through the Lock (Adults and 8+)

Metroparks Toledo

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Sun, 31 Aug, 2025 at 03:30 pm

2 hours

Providence Metropark

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Date & Location

Sun, 31 Aug, 2025 at 03:30 pm to 05:30 pm (EDT)

Providence Metropark

Grand Rapids, Ohio, United States

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History Paddle: Canoe Through the Lock (Adults and 8+)
Providence, Canal Experience, Historic Parking Lot
Sunday, August 31, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Reservations Required, Fee: $12

The historic Miami-Erie canal and lock at Providence Metropark is usually reserved for travel by canal boat only, but not today! Take advantage of this rare opportunity to paddle through the canal and lock while listening to tales of canal life and the lost town of Providence. Travel through the lock by canoe and experience one of the last functioning 19th century limestone locks up-close.

Location: Providence Metropark, at the Canal Boat area at the parking lot near the restrooms

REGISTER: https://ohmetroparkstoledoweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=PST&fmid=46430529

If you are unable to register online, please call 419-407-9700 to speak with a member of our Customer Service department during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Must register all participants unless otherwise noted.

Dogs are not permitted unless otherwise noted.

We recommend you bring a change of clothes and a towel. Dress to get wet and wear synthetic clothing (nylon, spandex, or polyester, no cotton). Wear old tennis shoes, water shoes, or sandals with a heel strap (no flip flops). Bring water and sun protection. Please leave all valuables at home. We will provide all boats, life jackets and other gear. This program runs rain or shine. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Staff can adapt many programs to be accessible to anyone who would like to participate. Please tell us your needs at the time of registration, but no later than 72 business hours prior to the program. For additional information or questions, please contact Metroparks staff by calling 419-407-9700 or by using the 'contact us' form at MetroparksToledo.com.


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History Paddle: Canoe Through the Lock (Adults and 8+), 31 August | Event in Grand Rapids | AllEvents
History Paddle: Canoe Through the Lock (Adults and 8+)
Sun, 31 Aug, 2025 at 03:30 pm