Resources for a Great Trail Visit
Resources listed here are provided as a courtesy to Scouts, and should neither be considered to be an exhaustive list of options in the area nor an endorsement from the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation.
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6th Street Bridge Park. The Sixth St. Park offers access to the Historic Sixth St. Bridge and Riverwalk. The bridge was constructed in 1886. It was slated for demolition in 1975 but citizens convinced authorities to save it. Today, it is the longest pin-connected highway truss in the State of Michigan.
Fish Ladder Park. This popular site allows visitors to watch fish jump up the ladder in a seasonal migration in the spring and late summer.
Canal Street Park. A city park along the Grand River featuring picnic tables, exercise equipment, and a playground.
Ah-Nab-Awen Park. Ah-Nab-Awen Park is a long park along the Grand River with public art, city views, a running trail and sculptures.
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Website: https://www.billandpauls.com/
Phone: (616) 458-1684
Email: customerservice@billandpauls.com
Note: Ask for JJ for arranging group outings. Renters should plan on arranging their own transportation. 10% discount for Scouts using kayaks for a Scouting activity.
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Website: https://www.grandkayakadventures.com/
Phone: (231) 402-0820
Email: grandkayakadventures@gmail.com
Note: Can transport kayaks, but not people, to and from parks.
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