A longtime canoe and kayak rental service is closing its Little Miami River business after 60 years.Morgan’s Canoe & Outdoor Adventures announced the Little Miami Conservancy and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources have acquired its 5 properties and over 25 acres along the river from the Morgan family.”After six decades of connecting local families and residents to nature and helping them create cherished memories along the Little Miami River, the Morgan family has made the bittersweet decision to close their business operations in Ohio. This decision helps ensure the preservation of the Little Miami River and protects their family’s river properties for future generations, marking the end of an extraordinary era,” a statement read.The family business opened in 1969 as the first canoe livery service in the tri-state area. Since then, Morgan’s has become beloved across the area through its mission to connecting people with nature with canoe trips, triathlons and more. The Morgan family said they have been working with the Little Miami Conservancy and ODNR to make sure their properties will be protected “as a vital part of the region’s natural heritage.”“This is a perfectly beautiful ending to our lifelong stewardship of the river. It’s about preserving the future of the Little Miami River,” the Morgan family shared in a statement. “This is an ending we know our parents would be so proud of—one they would have wanted. The legacy of this river and its importance to people and wildlife will live on through conservation efforts that protect its beauty and ecosystem.”The Morgan family location on Whitewater River in Southeast Indiana will remain openThe Morgan family said they hope their story will inspire others to support the Little Miami Conservancy and similar conservation initiatives. ““To our loyal customers and extended family: Thank you for 60 incredible years,” the Morgan family shared. “You, our guests, have been an essential part of our journey, helping us turn a family dream into a legacy. Your support has meant the world to us and has made all of this possible. We are proud to leave this river better than we found it and to ensure its protection as part of our family’s story and yours!”
A longtime canoe and kayak rental service is closing its Little Miami River business after 60 years.
Morgan’s Canoe & Outdoor Adventures announced the Little Miami Conservancy and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources have acquired its 5 properties and over 25 acres along the river from the Morgan family.
“After six decades of connecting local families and residents to nature and helping them create cherished memories along the Little Miami River, the Morgan family has made the bittersweet decision to close their business operations in Ohio. This decision helps ensure the preservation of the Little Miami River and protects their family’s river properties for future generations, marking the end of an extraordinary era,” a statement read.
The family business opened in 1969 as the first canoe livery service in the tri-state area.
Since then, Morgan’s has become beloved across the area through its mission to connecting people with nature with canoe trips, triathlons and more.
The Morgan family said they have been working with the Little Miami Conservancy and ODNR to make sure their properties will be protected “as a vital part of the region’s natural heritage.”
“This is a perfectly beautiful ending to our lifelong stewardship of the river. It’s about preserving the future of the Little Miami River,” the Morgan family shared in a statement. “This is an ending we know our parents would be so proud of—one they would have wanted. The legacy of this river and its importance to people and wildlife will live on through conservation efforts that protect its beauty and ecosystem.”
The Morgan family location on Whitewater River in Southeast Indiana will remain open
The Morgan family said they hope their story will inspire others to support the Little Miami Conservancy and similar conservation initiatives. “
“To our loyal customers and extended family: Thank you for 60 incredible years,” the Morgan family shared. “You, our guests, have been an essential part of our journey, helping us turn a family dream into a legacy. Your support has meant the world to us and has made all of this possible. We are proud to leave this river better than we found it and to ensure its protection as part of our family’s story and yours!”
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