ARGO PARK

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Huron River via Ann Arbor’s Gallup Park and Argo Park canoe liveriesAnn Arborites don’t have far to travel to get on the water thanks to two local access points to the Huron River that offer boat rentals. This season, the Argo livery will benefit from an updated kayak launching dock and improved accessibility, thanks to a project that began last year. Address: Gallup Park Livery - 3000 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor/Argo Park Livery - 1055 Longshore Drive, Ann Arbor. Skip’s Huron River Canoe Livery and Outfitters is based near the entrance to Delhi Metropark. Hell Canoe and Kayak Rentals operates out of the Bruin Lake Campground, a short drive away, and offers daily canoe and kayak rentals, according to its website.

On Saturday, April 23, the Gallup Park livery will open its doors to community members ready to get back in the water.

ANN ARBOR, MI — Starting the week of Sept. 20, the Argo Park canoe livery and portions of an adjacent trail will be closed for construction in order to make improvements. The construction project includes universal access to all users, installing a raingarden to capture stormwater runoff for site drainage and restroom renovations for park guests. Over $637,000 was approved by City Council in July in order to transform Argo Park’s livery. The livery, located along the Huron River, will be closed to all visitors until completion of construction in spring of 2022. For more information, visit Temporary Closure of Argo Livery in September (a2gov.org)MORE FROM ANN ARBOR NEWS:FBI exhuming unidentified remains in Washtenaw County graveyard in latest effort to ID themTwo-tower development on former Ann Arbor YMCA property awaits city’s OKMichigan chef makes Food & Wine’s best new chefs list

Starting Tuesday, September 21, the Argo Canoe Livery site and part of an adjacent trail will be closed to visitors.

See updated hours for Argo, Gallup canoe liveries.

ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor is moving ahead with plans for universal-access improvements at one of the city’s most popular recreation destinations along the Huron River. City Council OK’d over $637,000 in funding at its July 20 meeting for an upcoming transformation of the area around the Argo Park canoe and kayak livery. One of the main goals in the city’s Parks and Recreation Open Space Plan is to ensure the park system is comprehensive, inclusive and engaging, Smith said. After receiving seven bids for the Argo Park project, the city determined Brock and Associates Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder. In addition to the new accessibility features, other site improvements planned as part of the Argo Park project include new green infrastructure such as bioswales and rain gardens to manage stormwater runoff, Smith said.

Argo Park and Gallup Park canoe liveries are now open every day between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. for boat rentals and river trips through September 6.

A popular American bald eagle found tangled in fishing line a few weeks ago at Ann Arbor’s Argo Park has been released back into the city.

Last Saturday, an American bald eagle tangled in fishing line was rescued by rescue officers from the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) near Argo Park.

The Gallup Park livery will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekends, weather permitting.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – On Monday, the city of Ann Arbor will open registration for summer day camps at Argo and Gallup canoe liveries, Buhr Park Pool and Huron Hills Golf Course. Camps will begin in June and are hosted by Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation. Argo River CampTeenage community members can spend the day exploring parts of the Huron River. Huron Hills Golf CourseYoung golfers from age 8 to 15-years-old can take part in two-week junior golf camps at the Huron Hills Golf Course. Camp hours: Monday-Thursday, 8-10 a.m.; 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; 1-3 p.m.Camp fees: $160 per two-week sessionHuron Hills Golf Course 3465 E. Huron River Dr.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. The Argo Park and Gallup Park canoe liveries have been closed for the rest of the season, according to the City of Ann Arbor. The early closure is due to COVID-19 positive test results received by liveries employees who were pre-symptomatic while working on Sept. 5-6. On Monday, Sept. 7, the City of Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation announced a temporary closure of the liveries after an employee received a positive COVID-19 test result. Liveries employees have been required to wear masks and follow other safety protocols. The liveries temporarily closed for around two weeks in July after two employees tested positive for COVID-19.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. The Argo Park and Gallup Park canoe liveries closed on Monday after an employee received a COVID-19 positive test result. Liveries employees have been required to wear masks and follow other safety protocols. Community members who visited the Argo or Gallup canoe liveries between Aug. 29 and Sept. 6 are asked to self-monitor for any COVID-19 symptoms. This is the second time the canoe liveries have temporarily closed due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19. From July 7-20 the canoe liveries were temporarily closed after two employees received positive COVID-19 test results.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. The Argo Park and Gallup Park canoe liveries will reopen for boat rentals on Monday, according to the City of Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation. The liveries closed on July 7 after the city was notified that an employee had tested positive for COVID-19. On July 9, the city notified the public of a second employee who tested positive. Make reservations for rentals at the Argo and Gallup liveries here. Argo Park is located at 1055 Longshore Dr.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. On Wednesday, the City of Ann Arbor provided an update regarding the closure of the Argo Park and Gallup Park canoe liveries after an individual at the liveries tested positive for COVID-19. The city stated that a second individual at the liveries tested positive for COVID-19. The city stated that possible exposure dates for visitors to the canoe liveries are now July 3-5. On Tuesday, the city notified the public of the first COVID-19 positive test and the closure of the canoe liveries for cleaning. Related: Argo and Gallup Park liveries temporarily closed over COVID-19 positive

From meal deals at Ann Arbor restaurants to virtual parades, weve found four ways to celebrate from home. Check these out:Virtual Jaycees ParadeFrom 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, the Ann Arbor Jaycees will hold a virtual parade in lieu of its annual in-person parade through downtown Ann Arbor. Ypsilanti will also host a virtual parade and flag ceremony from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Facebook. Many Ann Arbor restaurants are open all weekend, or have modified hours, and are serving takeout options with delivery or curbside service. Visit one of Ann Arbors 163 parks or the Ann Arbor Skatepark.