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Paddling Tips - For a Safe & Fun River Experience!

What You Should Bring on the River

  • Shoes that can get wet - tennis shoes, water shoes, river sandals (we sell kids to adult sizes of water shoes at Argo)
  • Sunscreen (for sale at Argo & Gallup)
  • Water or other beverages to keep you hydrated (we sell cold beverages at Argo & Gallup and hot beverages at the Gallup Coffee Shop)
  • Quick drying clothes
  • Dress for the weather

What is NOT Allowed on the River

  • Alcohol
  • Glass bottles and Styrofoam coolers
  • Littering

Ann Arbor Canoe Liveries Policies

  • We accept credit cards (Visa, MC, Discover, AMEX), checks or cash.
  • Lifejackets are required & provided, we have all sizes from infant to XL
  • Children under the age of 1 year are not permitted in our watercraft
  • All must sign a Risk Waiver
  • No more than 3 people allowed in a canoe EXCEPT when there are two children with a combined weight of less than 100 lbs.
  • No more than 3 people in a paddleboat
  • No more than 5 people in a rowboat

Tips for a Great Canoeing or Kayaking Experience

  • Select type and length of river trip that fits the skills of your group
  • Valuables or personal belongings that you do not want to get wet or lost should not be taken on the river or should be enclosed in a water tight container (we sell dry bags/containers and rent lockers at Argo & Gallup)
  • Use a glasses strap to keep your glasses from going for a swim (we sell glasses straps at Argo & Gallup)
  • Respect paddlers, fisherman and private property
  • Dogs are welcome!

 

 
 

GALLUP CANOE LIVERY
3000 Fuller Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
(734) 794-6240
Current hours: closed for renovations - go to Argo. Gallup opens May 25.
       

Directions to    Gallup Park   

ARGO CANOE LIVERY
1055 Longshore Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
(734) 794-6241
Current Hours: opens April 20, 7 days/week from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Directions to Argo Park

Facility Supervisor
Cheryl Saam
csaam@a2gov.org
(734)794-6240 x 42530

 


 




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