Media Advisory: Canal Corporation Closes Albion Boat Launch to Public

ALBANY, NY (08/28/2009)(readMedia)-- The New York State Canal Corporation today closed the Albion boat launch in the Town of Albion to the public, effective immediately due to safety concerns. The dock will be closed for the remainder of the navigation season. A new dock will be installed prior to the upcoming 2010 navigation season.

In the meantime, boaters can utilize alternate launch sites to the west at Bates Road in Medina and to the east at County Line Road in the Town of Clarkson.

The Canal Corporation appreciates the public's patience while the launch is closed.

For more information regarding the Canal System, please visit www.nyscanals.gov or call 1-800-4CANAL-4.

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