Some restrictions are being lifted at parks and some recreational amenities within the City of Owen Sound.
The City’s three municipal boat launches will reopen to the public at 12:01 AM on Saturday, May 16. This includes the West Side Boat Launch located at 1455 1st Avenue West. The launch ramp docks are not installed at this time. Plans to install the docks are underway.
The city is also opening the East Side Boat Launch located at 1900 3rd Avenue East as well as the East Bayshore Road (RCA) Boat Launch.
Boaters and anglers are strongly encouraged to practice the physical distancing guidelines.
City Parks and Trails remain open for public use, but many of the recreational amenities within remain closed including all public washrooms, benches, basketball court, and playgrounds. The tennis court at Harrison Park is open for use by the public beginning Tuesday, May 19.
Seasonal boat launch passes are available at the West Side Boat Launch or by calling 519-371-1988. Daily passes are available at the East Side Boat Launch Pay n' Display machine. Garbage cans are provided at the boat launch areas. Anglers are asked to dispose of all masks, gloves and protective gear in the receptacles provided.