Event: Load the Locks on the Alabama River: A day the public can lock through Miller's Ferry Lock and Dam Time: Sat., Aug. 17, 2013 8 am-3pm Event Type: Public Location: Millers Ferry Lock and Dam, Millers Ferry, Alabama Cost: Free with reservation Event Website: http://alabamascenicrivertrail.com/events/?eventID=66&date=08/17/2013 Sponsor: Millers Ferry Contact: Bobby Sillavan 334 872 3927 or 205 541 0454 Info: Load the Locks: a day the public can lock through Miller's Ferry Lock and Dam. And you don't even need a boat. Power and paddle... free rides to the public with reservation. Saturday, August 17th 2013 from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Millers Ferry Lock and Dam, Millers Ferry, Alabama. Use 'em or lose 'em! Do your part to keep our Alabama River locks open for recreational boating. Here's your best chance to lock through an Alabama River Dam if you have never done it, and a chance to have fun on the water and enjoy new boating friends if you have. Open to powerboats and paddleboats alike. It doesn't cost a thing and you can be on the river all day, locking through both ways as many times as you like. Even if you don't own a boat, this is something you and your kids can enjoy. On an as-available basis, one of the participating boat owners will lock you through. For this you need to make a reservation at one of the contact numbers below, and you will need to bring your own life jacket (water and sunscreen are also recommended). Powerboats will be stationed for passage above and below the dam. Lunch is available on-your-own at nearby Millers Ferry Marina. For more information and reservations, contact Contacts: Bobby Sillavan 334 872 3927 or 205 541 0454 Bill Steadham 334 682 9476