Belleville’s Lower Huron Metropark celebrates new off-leash dog area
The Huron-Clinton Metroparks will host a grand opening celebration for the brand new Off-Leash Dog Area at Belleville’s Lower Huron Metropark Saturday, June 13, from 5-7 p.m.
In addition to building the off-leash area, the project also included improvements to the parking lot, redeveloping the path to the area to become universally accessible, native tree plantings, and the removal of old buildings on the site.
Within the off-leash area, visitors will find an accessible drinking fountain, benches, dog waste stations and universal accessible aggregate walking paths.
Michigan DNR supports project
The project was supported by $165,400 of grant funding through the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which is administered by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
The Grand Opening event will include:
Opening statements from Metroparks followed by a ceremonial tennis ball drop
Refreshments including All City Dogs food truck and a mocktail bar presented by The Perfect10 Mobile Mixology Service. The first 100 guests will receive a free mocktail.
Digital photo booth with free prints
A chance to win free registration to the Metroparks’ Trail Challenge
Make & Take craft station
Off-Leash Dog Area with added fun for the dogs: a photo-op, pup-cups, pools, agility equipment and bubbles
Free to the public
The grand opening event is free to the public.
A Metroparks daily or annual pass is required to enter the park and food and beverage is available for an additional cost.
