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Summit Lake Float

July 11 @ 8:00 am4:00 pm

| Summit Lake NorthShore Park

If you have any questions regarding this program, please call the Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday—Saturday 10 a.m.—5 p.m., Sunday 12–5 p.m.).

Apply sunscreen and join us on Summit Lake! Presented by the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition and Summit Metro Parks, Summit Lake Float offers a morning of free kayaking and canoeing, followed by afternoon pontoon boat rides. That’s not all the floating we’ll do — root beer floats will be available while supplies last. Advance registration is required and begins 6/1.

Program Schedule

8 – 11 a.m. : Guided kayak trips with Summit Metro Parks. (Registration required)
8 – 11 a.m. : Guided canoe trips with Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition. (Registration required)
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.:  Kayak and Canoe Open House
12 – 4 p.m. : Pontoon Boat Trips

Root beer floats will be available after 9 a.m., and while supplies last.

Requirements for Participation

Kayaking with Summit Metro Parks: Minimum age for kayaking is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. 

Canoeing with Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition: Minimum age for canoeing is 6; ages 6 to 17 must be with an adult participant. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to swim. Wear clothes that can get wet and bring a water bottle. All equipment, including life jackets, will be provided. 

 Please arrive 15 minutes before your registered time slot to complete a waiver and receive safety instructions. Boats will depart at the advertised start time. Failure to arrive at least 15 minutes early may result in forfeiture of your spot(s).

Details

Date
July 11
Time
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cost
Free
Event Categories:
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Website
https://www.ohioeriecanal.org/float

Other

Age Group
All Ages
Virtual or In Person
In Person

Waiver Agreement

I am fully advised and agree to the following:

For kayaking activities with Summit Metro Parks:

  • All tickets purchased are for participants who are 13 or older and can swim.
  • Participants ages 13 to 17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is participating in the program.
  • Participants will ARRIVE 15 minutes in advance of the program to complete waivers and receive safety instructions.
  • Participants are required to use Summit Metro Parks equipment during this program (including personal flotation devices).
  • Participants must wear closed-toe shoes, be able to swim, and are encouraged to bring sun protection.
  • The manufacturer’s recommended weight limit per kayak is 250 pounds.
  • Program start time is subject to change based on weather and water conditions. This program will not be rescheduled.
  • Participation in this event grants Summit Metro Parks and Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition the right to use any image taken during events in any publications, website, advertisements, or on their Facebook page.  
  • All sales are final.

For canoeing activities with Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition:

  • All tickets purchased are for participants who are 6 or older.
  • Participants ages 6 to 17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is participating in the program with them. If a part of a group, one adult must be registered per two youth for the program. 
  • Participants who register for one ticket will be paired with another participant or with a Team Member in a 2-person canoe.
  • Participants will ARRIVE 15 minutes in advance of the program to complete waivers and receive safety instructions. Boats will depart at the advertised start time. Failure to arrive at least 15 minutes early may result in forfeiture of your spot(s). 
  • Participants are required to use Ohio & Erie Canalway equipment during this program (including personal flotation devices).
  • Participants must wear closed toe shoes and are encouraged to bring sun protection.
  • The manufacturer’s recommended weight limit per 2-to-3 person canoe is 800-1,200 pounds.
  • Program start time is subject to change based on weather and water conditions. This program will not be rescheduled.
  • Participation in this event grants Summit Metro Parks and Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition the right to use any image taken during events in any publications, website, advertisements, or on their Facebook page. 
  • All sales are final.

Tickets

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Kayaking: (8 – 9 a.m.)
This ticket is for kayaking with Summit Metro Parks from 8 – 9 a.m.
$ 0.00
8 available
Kayaking: (9 – 10 a.m.)
This ticket is for kayaking with Summit Metro Parks from 9 – 10 a.m.
$ 0.00
8 available
Kayaking: (10 – 11 a.m.)
This ticket is for kayaking with Summit Metro Parks from 10 – 11 a.m.
$ 0.00
3 available
Canoeing: (8 – 9 a.m.)
This ticket is for canoeing with Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition from 8 – 9 a.m. One ticket reserves one canoe. Maximum of 2 individuals per canoe for online registrations. Limited availability for groups of 3 in one canoe; please inquire at 330-864-8431. For groups of four or more, please add another ticket.
$ 0.00
10 available
Canoeing: (9 – 10 a.m.)
This ticket is for canoeing with Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition from 9 – 10 a.m. One ticket reserves one canoe. Maximum of 2 individuals per canoe for online registrations. Limited availability for groups of 3 in one canoe; please inquire at 330-864-8431. For groups of four or more, please add another ticket.
$ 0.00
8 available
Canoeing: (10 – 11 a.m.)
This ticket is for canoeing with Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition from 10 – 11 a.m. One ticket reserves one canoe. Maximum of 2 individuals per canoe for online registrations. Limited availability for groups of 3 in one canoe; please inquire at 330-864-8431. For groups of four or more, please add another ticket.
$ 0.00
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